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Robot-Related Safety Standards Compliance

To comply with ISO10218 (safety-related standard for robots) during operations with cooperative control function, follow the conditions below.

  • The master and slave controllers shall be the standard type controller, and all safety-related wirings are properly connected.
    For details, refer to the "Connections for Safety-Related Circuits" of I/O Wirings.
  • Any teach pendants are not connected to the slave controllers.
  • Robots in motion must be specified clearly.

Specifying a Robot in Motion

Placing a Marking on the Robot

To clearly specify which robot corresponds with R0 or R1, specify a robot name on the robot surface.

Example: Place a marking on a robot

Indicating Motor ON/OFF Status

Clearly specify the motor ON/OFF status.

Example: Turn on a lamp by contactor signals.

Both the master and slave controllers must equip this indicator.

Example of the Light Wiring Diagram for the Standard Specification

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