First Boot

Description

The first boot is the initial sequence of actions you can take with the robot after assembly.

This initial sequence requires you to:

  • Power on the robot

  • Insert the serial number

  • Intialize the robot arm

  • Power down the robot

Failure to verify the payload and installation before starting up the robot arm can lead to injury to personnel and/or property damage.

  • Always verify the actual payload and installation are correct before starting up the robot arm.

Incorrect payload and installation settings prevent the robot arm and Control Box functioning correctly.

  • Always verify the payload and installation setting are correct.

Starting up the robot in lower temperatures can result in lower performance, or stops, due to temperature dependent oil and grease viscosity.

  • Starting up the robot in low temperatures can require a warmup phase.

Powering On the Robot

To power on the robot

Powering on the robot turns on the Control Box and loads the display on the TP screen.

  1. Press the power button on the Teach Pendant to power on the robot.

 

 

Inserting the Serial Number

To insert the serial number

Installing your robot for the first time requires you to enter the serial number on the robot arm.

This procedure is also required when you re-install the software, for example when you install a software update.

 

  1. Select your Control Box.

  2. Add the serial number as it is written on the robot arm.

  3. Tap OK to end.

It can take a few minutes for the start screen to load.

 

 

 

Starting the Robot Arm

To start the robot

Starting the robot arm disengages the braking system, allowing you to start moving the robot arm and to start using PolyScope.

  1. In the bottom left of the screen, tap power button. The robot arm state is Off.

  2. When the Initialize box displays, tap Power On. The robot arm state is Booting.

  3. Tap Unlock to release the brakes.

    Robot arm initialization is accompanied by sound and slight movements as the joint brakes are released.

    The robot arm state is now Active and you can start to use the interface.

  4. You can tap an OFF to turn off the robot arm.

When the robot arm state changes from Idle to Normal, sensor data is checked against the configured mounting of the robot arm.

If the mounting is verified, tap START to continue releasing all joint brakes, preparing the robot arm for operation.

 

 

Powering Down the Robot

To power down the robot arm

Unexpected start-up and/or movement can lead to injury

  • Power down the robot arm to prevent unexpected start-up during mounting and dismounting.

  1. At the bottom left of the screen, tap the Initialize button to turn off the robot arm.

    The button changes from green to red.

  2. Press the power button on the Teach Pendant to turn off the Control Box.

  3. If a Shutdown dialog box displays, tap Power Off.

At this point, you can continue to:

  • Unplug the mains cable / power cord from the wall socket.

  • Allow 30 seconds for the robot to discharge any stored energy.