User`s guide

Intended Use of the Robots
Adept Quattro s650H Robot User’s Guide, Rev A 29
The standard control system is fully hardened to all EMI influences per the EU EMC
Directive and meets all functional requirements of ISO 10218 (EN 775) Manipulating Robots
Safety. In addition, a software-based reduced speed mode has been incorporated to limit
speed and impact forces on the operator and production tooling when the robot is
operated in Manual Mode.
The standard control system meets or exceeds the requirements imposed by the EN 954
specified Category 1 level of safety.
2.5 Intended Use of the Robots
The installation and use of Adept products must comply with all safety instructions and
warnings in this manual. Installation and use must also comply with all applicable local
and national requirements and safety standards (see Section 2.8 on page 31).
The Adept Quattro s650H robot is intended for use in parts assembly and material
handling for payloads of less than 6.0 kg (4.4 lb).
The Adept Quattro s650H robot and the Adept SmartController are component
subassemblies of a complete industrial automation system. The controller must be
installed inside a suitable enclosure. The controller must not come into contact with
liquids.
The Adept equipment is not intended for use in any of the following situations:
• In hazardous (explosive) atmospheres
• In mobile, portable, marine, or aircraft systems
• In life-support systems
• In residential installations
• In situations where the Adept equipment will be subject to extremes of heat or
humidity. See Table 3-1 on page 37 for allowable temperature and humidity
ranges.
Non-intended use of an Adept Quattro s650H robot can:
• Cause injury to personnel
• Damage the robot or other equipment
• Reduce system reliability and performance
All persons that install, commission, operate, or maintain the robot must:
• Have the necessary qualifications
• Read and follow exactly the instructions in this manual
If there is any doubt concerning the application, ask Adept to determine if it is an
intended use or not.
WARNING: The instructions for installation, operation,
and maintenance given in this manual must be strictly
observed.