Chapter 5: System Operation 5.7 Starting the System for the First Time Follow the steps in this section to safely bring up your robot system. The tasks include: l Verifying installation, to confirm that all tasks have been performed correctly l Starting up the system by turning on power for the first time l Verifying that all E-Stops in the system function correctly l Moving the robot with the pendant (if purchased), to confirm that it moves correctly Verifying Installation Verifying that the system is correctly installed and that all safety equipment is working cor- rectly is an important process.
Before using the robot, perform the following checks to ensure that the robot and controller have been properly installed. DANGER: After installing the robot, you must test it before you use it for the first time. Failure to do this could cause death, serious injury, or equipment damage. Mechanical Checks l Verify that the robot is level and that all fasteners are properly installed and tightened. l Verify that any platform tooling is properly installed. l Verify that the platform has been aligned with the J4 motor (J4 version only). l Verify that all peripheral equipment is properly installed such that it is safe to turn on power to the robot system.
System Cable Checks Verify the following connections: NOTE : The first three connections are made via the eAIB XSYSTEM cable if you are not using an optional SmartController EX. l Front Panel to the XSYSTEM on the eAIB, or XFP port on a SmartController EX. l Pendant to the XSYSTEM on the eAIB, or XMCP port on a SmartController EX, or a loop-back dongle installed. l XUSR to the XSYSTEM on the eAIB, or XUSR port on a SmartController EX, or XUSR jumper installed. l User-supplied 200/240 VAC power to the robot 200/240 VAC connector. Hornet 565 Robot User's Guide, 14608-000 Rev C Page 80 of 156