2 Installation and commissioning2.2. Robot transportation precautions3HAC026876-001 Revision: C38© Copyright 2006-2008 ABB. All rights reserved.2.2. Robot transportation precautionsGeneralThis section details ABB approved transportation precautions for ABB robots.CAUTION!All transportation in or outside the plant, must be carried out according to descriptionin method 1.If transportation according to method 1 is not possible, use method 2.Transportation in any other way than method 1 or 2 can seriously damage the robot.Ifthe robot is incorrectly transported and the instructions are not followed, the robot isnot covered by the warranty and ABB will not accept any compensation claim.Method 1Transportation according to method 1 is strongly recommended by ABB.xx0800000030Always follow these instructions when transporting an ABB robot according to method 1:• Always remove the tool before transportation of the robot.• Always place the robot in the ABB recommended transport position, detailed insection Risk of tipping/stability.• Always read and follow the instructions in section Pre-installation procedure.Continues on next page
