User`s guide

Chapter 1: Introduction
1.6 Intended Use of the Robots
The Adept Cobra ePLC600/800 robots are intended for use in parts assembly and material
handling for payloads less than 5.5 kg (12.1 lb). See for complete information on the robot
specifications. Refer to the Adept Robot Safety Guide for details on the intended use of Adept
robots.
1.7 Installation Overview
The system installation process is summarized in the following table. Also, refer to Robot
Installation on page 17 and System Installation on page 23.
NOTE:For dual-robot installations, see the Adept Dual-Robot Configuration
Procedure, which is available in the Adept Document Library.
Table 1-1. Installation Overview
Task to be Performed Reference Location
Mount the robot on a flat, secure mounting surface. See Mounting the Robot on page 19.
Install the Front Panel, and pendant, if purchased. See Description of Connectors on Robot
Interface Panel on page 21.
Create a 24 VDC cable and connect it between the
robot and the user-supplied 24 VDC power supply.
See Procedure for Creating 24 VDC
Cable on page 26.
Create a 200-240 VAC cable and connect it between
the robot and the facility AC power source.
See Creating the 200-240 VAC Cable on
page 29.
Install user-supplied safety barriers in the workcell. See Installing User-Supplied Safety
Equipment on page 37.
Learn about connecting digital I/O through the XIO
connector on the robot.
See Using Digital I/O on Robot XIO
Connector on page 43.
Learn about starting the system for the first time. See Starting the System for the First
Time on page 50.
Learn about installing optional equipment,
including end-effectors, user air and electrical lines,
external equipment, solenoids, etc.
See Installing End-Effectors on page 69.
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