User`s guide

Protection Against Unauthorized Operation
AdeptViper s650/s850 Robot User’s Guide, Rev A 23
2.11 Protection Against Unauthorized Operation
The system must be protected against unauthorized use. The user or operator must
restrict access to the keyboard and the pendant by locking them in a cabinet or use
another adequate method to prevent access to them.
2.12 Safety Aspects While Performing Maintenance
Only skilled persons with the necessary knowledge about the safety and operating the
equipment are allowed to maintain the robot, controller, and power chassis.
2.13 Risks That Cannot Be Avoided
The Adept control system includes devices that disable High Power if a system failure
occurs. However, certain residual risks or improper situations could cause hazards. The
following situations may result in risks that cannot be avoided:
• Failure of software or electronics that may cause high-speed robot motion in
Manual Mode
• Failure of hardware associated with enabling device or E-Stop system
2.14 Risks Due to Incorrect Installation or Operation
Take precautions to ensure that the following situations do not occur:
• Purposely defeating any aspect of the safety E-Stop system
• Improper installation or programming of the robot system
• Unauthorized use of cables other than those supplied or use of modified
components in the system
• Defeating interlock so that operator can enter workcell with High Power ON
• Ejection of work piece (see “Hazards From Expelling a Part or Attached Tooling”
on page 15).
CAUTION: During maintenance and repair, the power of
the Adept controller must be turned off. Lockout measures
must be used to prevent unauthorized personnel from
turning on power.