Installation and Commissioning

DescriptionUsing a key switch, the robot can be locked in two or three different operating modesdepending on chosen mode selector:100%• Automatic mode:• Manual mode at reduced speed:• Manual mode at full speed (option):Equipped with this mode, the robot isnot approved according to ANSI/ULRunning productionProgramming and setupMax. speed: 250 mm/s (600 inches/min.)Testing at full program speedBoth the operator’s panel and the teach pendant can be mounted externally, i.e. outsidethe cabinet. The robot can then be controlled from there.The robot can be remotely controlled from a computer, PLC or from a customer’spanel, using serial communication or digital system signals.For more information on how to operate the robot, see the User’s Guide.2.4 InstallationThe robot has a standard configuration and can be operated immediately afterinstallation. Its configuration is displayed in plain language and can easily be changedusing the teach pendant. The configuration can be stored on a diskette and/ortransferred to other robots that have the same characteristics.There are two versions of IRB 1400, one for floor mounting and one for invertedmounting. An end effector, weighing a maximum of 5 kg, including payload, can bemounted on the robot’s mounting flange (axis 6). Other equipment, weighing amaximum of 10 kg, can be mounted on the rear of the upper arm.2.5 ProgrammingProgramming the robot involves choosing instructions and arguments from lists ofappropriate alternatives. Users do not need to remember the format of instructions,since they are prompted in plain English. “See and pick” is used instead of “rememberand type”.The programming environment can be easily customised using the teach pendant.- Shop floor language can be used to name programs, signals, counters, etc.- New instructions can be easily written.- The most common instructions can be collected in easy-to-use pick lists.- Positions, registers, tool data, or other data, can be created.Programs, parts of programs and any modifications can be tested immediately withouthaving to translate the program.The program is stored as a normal PC text file, which means that it can be edited usinga standard PC.Product Specification IRB 1400 M98/BaseWare OS 3.1 9