How to Use the Brake Release Unit
CAUTION
- After releasing the brake, the arm may fall by its own weight or move to the unexpected direction. Make sure to prepare a countermeasure to prevent the arm from falling and check the operation environment is safe.
- If the arm you released its brake moves awkwardly or faster than usual, stop the operation promptly and contact the supplier. The brake release unit may be broken. If you keep operating the Manipulator, it may lead to the breakdown of the Manipulator or you may get your hand or fingers caught.
| Symbol | Description |
|---|---|
| a | Power switch |
| b | Power cable (You must provide.) |
| c | Power lamp |
| d | Brake release switch |
- Refer to “Installing the Brake Release Unit” above to connect the brake release unit to the connector of the connection cable.
- Plug the power cable into the brake release unit.
- Plug the power cable into the power supply plug.
- Turn on the brake release unit. When the brake release unit is enabled, the power lamp lights up.
- Press the switch of the arm (J1 to J6) you want to move and then move the arm. Press the switch again. The brake will be released. The brake will be enabled by pressing the switch once again.
KEY POINTS
Move the arm the brake is released by two persons or more (one presses the switch and one moves the arm). The arm can be very heavy and needs the significant force to move.