YASKAWA MOTOMAN-EPX1750 User manual

MANUAL NO.
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Part Number: 154771-1CD
Revision: 2
MOTOMAN-EPX1750 and EPX2050
INSTRUCTIONS
TYPE:
YR-EPX1750-B5**
YR-EPX2050-B5**
Upon receipt of the product and prior to initial operation, read these instructions thoroughly, and retain
for future reference.
MOTOMAN INSTRUCTIONS
MOTOMAN-EPX1750 & EPX2800 INSTRUCTIONS
NX100 INSTRUCTIONS
NX100 INSTRUCTIONS (EPX INSTRUCTION SUPPLEMENTS
NX100 OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR PAINTING
NX100 MAINTENANCE MANUAL
The NX100 operator’s manual above corresponds to specific usage.
Be sure to use the appropriate manual.
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Copyright © 2015, Yaskawa America, Inc.
Terms of Use and Copyright Notice
All rights reserved. This manual is freely available as a service to Yaskawa customers to assist in the
operation of Motoman robots, related equipment and software This manual is copyrighted property of
Yaskawa and may not be sold or redistributed in any way. You are welcome to copy this document to
your computer or mobile device for easy access but you may not copy the PDF files to another website,
blog, cloud storage site or any other means of storing or distributing online content.
Printed in the United States of America
First Printing, 2015
Yaskawa America, Inc.
Motoman Robotics Division
100 Automation Way
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Phone: [phone]
www.motoman.com
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• This manual describes the specifications, precautions for operation and required items for
maintenance or inspections, for proper application of the MOTOMAN EPX1750 & EPX2050. Read
this manual carefully and be sure to understand its contents before handling the MOTOMAN.
• General items related to safety are listed in the Section 1: Safety of the NX100 Instructions. To
ensure correct and safe operation, carefully read the NX100 Instructions before reading this
manual.
• Refer to NX100 Operator’s Manual for the operation methods.
• Some drawings in this manual are shown with the protective covers or shields removed for clarity.
Be sure all covers and shields are replaced before operating this product.
• The drawings and photos in this manual are representative examples and differences may exist
between them and the delivered product.
• YASKAWA may modify this model without notice when necessary due to product improvements,
modifications, or changes in specifications. If such modification is made, the manual number will
also be revised.
• If your copy of the manual is damaged or lost, contact a YASKAWA representative to order a new
copy. The representatives are listed on the back cover. Be sure to tell the representative the
manual number listed on the front cover.
• YASKAWA is not responsible for incidents arising from unauthorized modification of its products.
Unauthorized modification voids your product’s warranty.
MANDATORY
CAUTION
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We suggest that you obtain and review a copy of the ANSI/RIA National Safety Standard for Industrial
Robots and Robot Systems (ANSI/RIA R15.06-2012). You can obtain this document from the Robotic
Industries Association (RIA) at the following address:
Robotic Industries Association
900 Victors Way
P.O. Box 3724
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48106
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.roboticsonline.com
Ultimately, well-trained personnel are the best safeguard against accidents and damage that can result
from improper operation of the equipment. The customer is responsible for providing adequately
trained personnel to operate, program, and maintain the equipment. NEVER ALLOW UNTRAINED
PERSONNEL TO OPERATE, PROGRAM, OR REPAIR THE EQUIPMENT!
We recommend approved Yaskawa training courses for all personnel involved with the operation,
programming, or repair of the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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Notes for Safe Operations
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Notes for Safe Operations
Read this manual carefully before installation, operation, maintenance, or inspection of the MOTOMAN.
In this manual, the Notes for Safe Operation are classified as “DANGER”, “WARNING”,
“CAUTION”, “MANDATORY”, or “PROHIBITED”.
Even items described as “CAUTION” may result in a serious accident in some situations. At any rate,
be sure to follow these important items.
Indicates an imminent hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury to personnel.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury to personnel.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury to personnel and
damage to equipment. It may also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
Always be sure to follow explicitly the items listed under this
heading.
Must never be performed.
To ensure safe and efficient operation at all times, be sure to follow all instructions, even if
not designated as “DANGER”, “WARNING” and “CAUTION”.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
MANDATORY
PROHIBITED
NOTE
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• Before operating the manipulator, check that servo power is turned OFF when the emergency stop
buttons on the front door of the NX100 and programming pendant are pressed.
When the servo power is turned OFF, the SERVO ON LED on the programming pendant is turned
OFF.
Injury or damage to machinery may result if the emergency stop circuit cannot stop the
manipulator during an emergency. The manipulator should not be used if the emergency
stop buttons do not function.
Emergency Stop Button
• Once the emergency stop button is released, clear the cell of all items which could interfere with the
operation of the manipulator. Then turn the servo power ON.
Injury may result from unintentional or unexpected manipulator motion.
Release of Emergency Stop
• Observe the following precautions when performing teaching operations within the P-point
maximum envelope of the manipulator:
- View the manipulator from the front whenever possible.
- Always follow the predetermined operating procedure.
- Ensure that you have a safe place to retreat in case of emergency.
Improper or unintended manipulator operation may result in injury.
• Confirm that no persons are present in the P-point maximum envelope of the manipulator and that
you are in a safe location before:
- Turning ON the NX100 power.
- Moving the manipulator with the programming pendant.
- Running the system in the check mode.
- Performing automatic operations.
Injury may result if anyone enters the P-point maximum envelope of the manipulator
during operation. Always press an emergency stop button immediately if there is a
problems. The emergency stop buttons are located on the right of the front door of the
NX100 and the programming pendant.
WARNING
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• Perform the following inspection procedures prior to conducting manipulator teaching. If problems
are found, repair them immediately, and be sure that all other necessary processing has been
performed.
-Check for problems in manipulator movement.
-Check for damage to insulation and sheathing of external wires.
• Always return the programming pendant to the hook on the NX100 cabinet after use.
The programming pendant can be damaged if it is left in the P-point maximum envelope
of the manipulator, on the floor, or near fixtures.
• Read and understand the Explanation of Warning Labels in the NX100 Instructions before
operating the EPX1750 & EPX2050.
CAUTION
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Explanation of Warning Labels
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Explanation of Warning Labels
The following warning labels are attached to the manipulator and NX100.
Always follow the warnings on the labels.
•The following warning labels are attached to NX100.
Always follow the warnings on the labels.
Neglect of this warning may cause a serious accident.
To find these labels, please refer the Manipulator Instruction book.
• The following warning labels are attached to the NX100.
Always follow the warnings on the labels.
Neglect of this warning may cause a serious accident.
To find these labels, please refer the Manipulator Instruction book
WARNING
Do not enter
robot work area
WARNING
Moving parts may
cause injury
WARNING
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Definition of Terms Used Often in This Manual
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Definition of Terms Used Often in This Manual
The MOTOMAN is the YASKAWA industrial robot product.
The MOTOMAN usually consists of the manipulator, the controller, the programming pendant, and
supply cables.
In this manual, the equipment is designated as follows.
Description of the Operation Procedure
In the explanation of the operation procedure, the expression "Select • • • " means that the cursor is
moved to the object item and the SELECT key is pressed, or that the item is directly selected by
touching the screen.
Equipment Manual Designation
NX100 controller NX100
NX100 programming pendant Programming pendant
Cable between the manipulator and the controller Manipulator cable
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Customer Support Information
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Customer Support Information
If you need assistance with any aspect of your EPX1750 & EPX2050 system, please contact Motoman
Customer Support at the following 24-hour telephone number:
For routine technical inquiries, you can also contact Motoman Customer Support at the following
e-mail address:
When using e-mail to contact Motoman Customer Support, please provide a detailed description of
your issue, along with complete contact information. Please allow approximately 24 to 36 hours for a
response to your inquiry.
Please have the following information ready before you call Customer Support:
[email protected]
Please use e-mail for routine inquiries only. If you have an urgent or emergency need for
service, replacement parts, or information, you must contact Motoman Customer Support
at the telephone number shown above.
• System EPX1750 & EPX2050
• Robots ___________________________
• Primary Application Painting
• Controller NX100
• Software Version Access this information on the Programming Pendant’s LCD
display screen by selecting {MAIN MENU} - {SYSTEM INFO} -
{VERSION}
• Robot Serial Number Located on the robot data plate
• Robot Sales Order Number Located on the NX100 controller data plate
[phone]
NOTE
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