1.2.3 Safety risks1.2.3.1 Safety risks during installation and service work on manipulatorsOverviewThis section includes information on general safety risks to be considered whenperforming installation and service work on the manipulator.These safety instructions have to be read and followed by any person who dealswith the installation and maintenance of the manipulator. Only persons who knowthe manipulator and are trained in the operation and handling of the manipulatorare allowed to maintain the manipulator. Persons who are under the influence ofalcohol, drugs or any other intoxicating substances are not allowed to maintain,repair, or use the manipulator.General risks during installation and service• The instructions in the product manual in the chapter Installation andcommissioning must always be followed.• Emergency stop buttons must be positioned in easily accessible places sothat the manipulator can be stopped quickly.• Those in charge of operations must make sure that safety instructions areavailable for the installation in question.• Those who install the manipulator must have the appropriate training for theequipment in question and in any safety matters associated with it.Spare parts and special equipmentABB does not supply spare parts and special equipment which have not beentested and approved by ABB. The installation and/or use of such products couldnegatively affect the structural properties of the manipulator and as a result of thataffect the active or passive safety operation. ABB is not liable for damages causedby the use of non-original spare parts and special equipment. ABB is not liable fordamages or injuries caused by unauthorized modifications to the manipulatorsystem.Nation/region specific regulationsTo prevent injuries and damages during the installation of the manipulator, theregulations applicable in the country concerned and the instructions of ABBRobotics must be complied with.Non-voltage related risks• Make sure that no one else can turn on the power to the controller andmanipulator while you are working with the system. A good method is toalways lock the main switch on the controller cabinet with a safety lock.• Safety zones, which must be crossed before admittance, must be set up infront of the manipulator's working space. Light beams or sensitive mats aresuitable devices.Continues on next page18 3HAC044266-001 Revision: -© Copyright 2013 ABB. All rights reserved.1 Safety1.2.3.1 Safety risks during installation and service work on manipulators
