YASKAWA Motoman GP8 EduCart User guide

Part Number: 186638-1CD
Revision: 2
Motoman GP8 EduCart
System Manual
Upon receipt of the product and prior to initial operation, read these instructions thoroughly, and
keep for future reference.
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Copyright © 2020, 2019 YASKAWA America, Inc.
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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
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Printed in the United States of America
First Printing, 2019
YASKAWA America, Inc.
Motoman Robotics Division
100 Automation Way
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Phone: [phone]
www.motoman.com
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For Your Safety
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Safety
For Your Safety
Robots generally have requirements which are different from other
manufacturing equipment, such as larger working areas, high-speed
operation, rapid arm movements, etc., which can pose safety hazards.
Read and understand the instruction manuals and related documents, and
observe all precautions in order to avoid the risk of injury to personnel and
damage to equipment.
Carelessness contributes to serious accidents in the work area.
It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that all local, state, and national
codes, regulations, rules, or laws relating to safety and safe operating
conditions are met and followed.
DANGER
• Teaching, operations, and maintenance of the Robot must conform
to:
– Industrial Safety and Health Law
– Order for Enforcement of the Industrial Safety and Health Law
– Industrial Safety and Health Regulations
– Technical Standards for Electrical Facilities
Other related laws and regulations are:
– Occupational Safety and Health Act in USA
– Factory Act (Gewerbeordnung) in Germany
– Health and Safety at Work, etc. Act in UK
– EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
• Prepare:
– SAFETY WORK REGULATIONS
based on concrete policies for safety management complying
with related laws and regulations.
• Observe:
– JIS B 8433-1: 2015 “Robots for industrial environments-Safety
requirements” (ISO 10218-1: 2011) for safe operation of the
robot. (JIS B 8433 is for Japan only)
• Reinforce:
– SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
by designating authorized operators and safety managers for the
Robot, as well as giving continuing safety education and training.
• Teaching, operation, and maintenance of the Robot are specified as
“Hazardous Operations” in the Industrial Safety and Health Act (for
Japan only).
Personnel engaged in these operations must receive special
training offered by YASKAWA.
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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.
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.
DANGER
• Personnel engaged in operation, maintenance, or management of
the Robot must receive required training before using the Robot.
For more information on training, contact a local YASKAWA
representative.
• Make sure to have and follow all manuals, read them thoroughly
and understand the contents of them.
Confirm that you have all required manuals. If any of the manuals are
missing, contact a local YASKAWA representative.
• Read and understand these instructions throughly before installing,
operating, or maintaining the Robot.
Any matter not described in this manual must be regarded as
“prohibited” or “improper”.
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WARNING
• Safe operation of this equipment is the users responsibility.
– The conditions under which the equipment will be operated
safely should be reviewed by the user. The user must be aware of
the various national codes, ANSI/RIA R15.06-2012 safety
standards, and other local codes that may pertain to the
installation and use of this equipment.
Not following all national codes, safety standards and local codes can
result in death or serious injury
• Additional safety measures for personnel and equipment may be
required depending on system installation, operation, and/or
location.
– The following safety equipment is provided as standard:
• Safety barriers
• Door interlocks
• Emergency Stop button
Not providing additional safety measures as required can result in
death or serious injury.
• Check all safety equipment frequently for proper operation.
– Repair or replace any non-functioning safety equipment
immediately.
If safety equipment does not operate properly death or serious injury
can result.
CAUTION
• Only trained personnel familiar with the operation, manuals,
electrical design, and interconnections of this equipment should
program, or maintain the system.
Any personnel involved with the operation of the equipment must
understand potential dangers of operation.
NOTICE
• The drawings and photos in this manual are examples. Differences
may exist between them and the delivered product.
• YASKAWA may modify this model without notice due to product
improvements, modifications, or changes in specifications. If such
modification is made, the manual number will also be revised.
• Some operations require standard passwords and while others
require special passwords.
• If a manual is damaged or lost, contact a local YASKAWA
representative to order a new copy. Make sure to tell the local
YASKAWA representative the Part Number listed on the front cover.
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Notes for Safe Operation
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Notes for Safe Operation
Read this manual carefully before installing, operating, maintaining, or
inspecting the system.
In this instruction, Safe Operations are classified as “DANGER”,
“WARNING”, “CAUTION” or “NOTICE”.
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, WILL
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, MAY
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation,
which if not avoided, MAY result in
minor to moderate injury.
CAUTION Indicate a situation which if not
avoided may result in equipment
damage.
NOTICE Indicates practices not related to
personal injury.
NOTICE
To ensure safe and efficient operation at all times, be sure to follow all
instructions, even if not designated as “DANGER”, “WARNING” or
“CAUTION”.
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EduCart Explanation of Safety Labels
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EduCart Explanation of Safety Labels
The following labels are attached to the EduCart. Always follow these
safety labels.
Fig. : EduCart Safety Labels Location
 Weight Limit Label
This label notifies that if someone leans on the panels damage can occur.
 Moving Parts
This label indicates that moving parts are present and there is a warning
that severe injury or death can occur.
 Manipulator Labels
Refer to Manipulator Documentation for details.
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EduCart Explanation of Safety Labels
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 Machine Nameplate Date
The Machine Nameplate Data supplies important electrical information
that is required for installation.
 Shock Hazard
This label indicates that hazardous voltages are present and there is a
danger of getting electrical shock.
 YRC1000micro Controller Labels
Refer to YRC1000micro Controller Documentation for details.
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Installation and Wiring Safety
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Installation and Wiring Safety
Review the Manipulator and YRC1000micro Controller Instructions for
details on installation and wiring.
In planning installation, adapt an easy to observe arrangement to ensure
safety. Take safety into consideration when planning the installation.
Observe the following when installing the Robot:
DANGER
• Maintenance and inspection must be performed by specified
personnel.
Failure to observe this caution may result in electric shock or injury.
• For disassembly or repair, contact a local YASKAWA
representative.
• Do not remove the motor, and do not release the brake.
Failure to observe these safety precautions may result in death or
serious injury from unexpected motion of the Robot's arm.
• Any person who programs, teaches, operates, maintains or repairs
the included system MUST be trained and demonstrates
competence to safely perform assigned tasks.
Failure to observe these safety precautions may result in death or
serious injury from unexpected movements.
WARNING
• Run the piping, wiring, and cables for the YRC1000micro Controller,
Manipulator, Positioner control panel, peripheral devices, etc. in a
pit so that they are not stepped on by personnel or run over by a
forklift.
Failure to observe this Warning may cause personnel to trip over
exposed piping, wiring, or a cables, which may result in personal injury.
Additionally it may also cause damage to piping, wiring, or cables, and
unexpected movement of the Robot, which may result in personal injury
and/or equipment damage.
SAFETY
FIRST
Piping Lead
Cable Channnel
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CAUTION
• Make sure all covers and shields are installed correctly before
operating.
– Some drawings in this manual may have protective covers or
shields removed to show details.
Not having all covers and shields installed correctly can result in injury.
• When installing the Robot system, avoid interference with buildings,
structures, utilities, other machines.
Not avoiding these items may create trapping or pinch points.
• Do not make unauthorized modifications.
Unauthorized modifications can result in injury or equipment damage
and will void the warranty.
• Inspect:
– For problems with movement
– Damages to external wires
Repair any problems immediately and perform all necessary
procedures. If problems are not repaired or procedures are not fixed
unexpected results can occur causing injury.
NOTICE
• If supplying a supplementary audible means for Robot operation, it
shall exceed the ambient noise at the end-use of the application.
• Any changes or additions to the applicable information as provided
by the manufacturer is to be provided by the party that makes the
change or addition to the Robot system
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