Installation and Commissioning

DescriptionRestricting the working spaceThe movement of each of the axes can be restricted using software limits. Axes 1 and2 can also be restricted by means of an adjustable mechanical stop. Axis 3 can berestricted using an electrical limit switch.Hold-to-run control“Hold-to-run” means that you must depress the start button in order to move the robot.When the key is released the robot will stop. The hold-to-run function makes programtesting safer.Fire safetyBoth the manipulator and control system comply with UL’s (Underwriters Laboratory)tough requirements for fire safety.Safety lampAs an option, the robot can be equipped with a safety lamp mounted on the manipulator.This is activated when the motors are in the MOTORS ON state.2.3 OperationAll operations and programming can be carried out using the portable teach pendant(see Figure 3) and the operator’s panel (see Figure 5).7 8 9Display124 5 61 2 30JoystickP1P2P3Emergencystop buttonFigure 3 The teach pendant is equipped with a large display, which displays prompts,information, error messages and other information in plain English.Information is presented on a display using windows, pull-down menus, dialogs andfunction keys. No previous programming or computer experience is required to learnhow to operate the robot. All operation can be carried out from the teach pendant,which means that a specific keyboard is not required. All information, including thecomplete programming language, is written in English or, if preferred, some othermajor language.Product Specification IRB 1400 M98/BaseWare OS 3.1 7