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CHAPTER 5 Periodic Inspection
3 Daily Inspection
The following is an inspection list that must be performed every day before and
after operating the robot.
(1) Inspection to be performed with the controller turned off
1) Turn off the controller.
2) Place a sign indicating the robot is being inspected, to keep others from
operating the controller switch.
3) Enter the safeguard enclosure and check the following points.
Checkpoint Procedure
Machine harness
Robot cable
User cable and wiring
Check for scratches, dents and excessive bend and kinks.
(If the machine harness or robot cable is damaged, contact OMRON
dealer.)
Regulator, joints, air tube,
solenoid valve, air cylinder
Check air pressure.
Check for air leaks.
Check drain.
Check air lter for clogging or damage.
Robot exterior Check for damage. (If a damage is found, contact OMRON dealer.)
(2) Inspection to be performed with the controller turned on
1) Check that no one is inside the safeguard enclosure, and then turn on the
controller.
2) Place a sign indicating the robot is being inspected, to keep others from
operating the controller, programming box or operation panel.
3) Check the following points from outside the safeguard enclosure.
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Checkpoint Procedure
Safeguard enclosure
Check if the safeguard enclosure is in place
Check if emergency stop is triggered when the door is opened
Check if warning labels are axed at the entrance and clearly visible
Emergency stop device Press the emergency stop button to check if it works
Robot movement
Check for abnormal movement and excessive vibration and noise.
(If any abnormal symptom is found, contact OMRON dealer)
Z-axis brake operation *1
Check if the brake works to STOP de Z-axis from dropping more
than 3mm from the stationary point. (If any abnormal operation is
found, contact OMRON dealer)
*1 Visually check the Z-axis movement when you press the emergency stop
button from outside the safeguard enclosure and also when you turn off the
controller.