ABB OmniCore IRB 6720 Product Manual

1.4 Safety during installation and commissioningNational or regional regulationsThe integrator of the robot system is responsible for the safety of the robot system.The integrator is responsible that the robot system is designed and installed inaccordance with the safety requirements set forth in the applicable national andregional standards and regulations.The integrator of the robot system is required to perform a risk assessment.LayoutThe robot integrated to a robot system shall be designed to allow safe access toall spaces during installation, operation, maintenance, and repair.If robot movement can be initiated from an external control panel then an emergencystop must also be available.If the manipulator is delivered with mechanical stops, these can be used for reducingthe working space.A perimeter safeguarding, for example a fence, shall be dimensioned to withstandthe following:• The force of the manipulator.• The force of the load handled by the robot if dropped or released at maximumspeed.• The maximum possible impact caused by a breaking or malfunctioningrotating tool or other device fitted to the robot.The maximum TCP speed and the maximum velocity of the robot axes are detailedin the section Robot motion in the product specification for the respectivemanipulator.Consider exposure to hazards, such as slipping, tripping, and falling.Hazards due to the working position and posture for a person working with or nearthe robot shall be considered.Hazards due to noise emission from the robot needs to be considered.Consider hazards from other equipment in the robot system, for example, thatguards remain active until identified hazards are reduced to an acceptable level.Allergenic materialSee Environmental information on page 616 for specification of allergenic materialsin the product, if any.Securing the robot to the foundationThe robot must be properly fixed to its foundation/support, as described in therespective product manual.When the robot is installed at a height, hanging, or other than mounted directly onthe floor, there will be additional hazards.Continues on next page26 Product manual - IRB 67203HAC085697-001 Revision: C© Copyright 2023 ABB. All rights reserved.1 Safety1.4 Safety during installation and commissioning