From Unpacking to Installation
Safety Information for the Flow from Unpacking to Installation
Transportation and installation of the Manipulator and related equipment should be performed by people who have received installation training provided by Epson and the suppliers. Also, the laws and regulations of the installation country must be followed.
WARNING
- Only qualified personnel should perform sling work and operate a crane or a forklift. When these operations are performed by unqualified personnel, it is extremely hazardous and may result in serious bodily injury to operators and/or severe equipment damage.
CAUTION
Use a cart or the like to transport the Manipulator in the same status as it was delivered.
After removing the fixing bolts securing the Manipulator to the transportation pallet, the Manipulator can fall. Be careful not to get your hands or feet caught in between the Manipulator.
The Manipulator should be transported by two or more people, either secured to transporting equipment or carried by placing their hands under Arm #1 or the bottom of the base.
When holding the bottom of the base by hand, be extremely careful not to get your hands or fingers caught.
Table top mounting
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C251**: Approx.15 kg (33 lb)
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C301**: Approx.15 kg (33 lb)
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C351**: Approx.16 kg (35 lb)
Multiple mounting
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C301*M: Approx.17 kg (38 lb)
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C351*M: Approx.17 kg (38 lb)
When transporting the Manipulator over long distances, secure it directly to transporting equipment so that it will not fall. If necessary, pack the Manipulator using the same packaging as delivery.
CAUTION
- The Manipulator must be installed to avoid interference with surrounding buildings, structures, and other machines and equipment that may create a trapping hazard or pinch points.
- Resonance (resonating sound or minute vibrations) may occur during Manipulator operation depending on the rigidity of the base table. If the resonance occurs, improve the rigidity of the base table or change the speed or acceleration and deceleration settings of the Manipulator.
For details on the Manipulator installation procedure for models with standard specifications and ESD specifications, refer to the following sections.
- Table Top Mounting Specifications
- Multiple Mounting Specifications
For Manipulator models with cleanroom & ESD specifications, refer to the following section.
- Cleanroom & ESD Specifications
Table Top Mounting Specifications
CAUTION
Be sure to always use two or more people when installing or relocating the model with table top mounting specifications. The Manipulator weights are as follows. Be careful not to get hands or feet caught or have equipment damaged due to dropping of the Manipulator.
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C251**: Approx. 15 kg (33 lb)
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C301**: Approx. 15 kg (33 lb)
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C351**: Approx. 16 kg (35 lb)
With the arm extended, take out the Manipulator from the packing box.
KEY POINTS
When taking out the Manipulator from the packing box, be sure that the Manipulator does not drop or fall because it is not secured in place.
The joints of the Manipulator may rotate due to their own weight. Be careful not to get your hands or fingers caught.
Secure the base to the base table using four bolts. Be sure to always use washers.
Tightening torque: 32.0 N·m (326 kgf·cm)KEY POINTS
Use bolts with strength specifications compliant with ISO 898-1 property class: 10.9 or 12.9.
Symbol Description a 4 × M8 × 30 b Spring washer c Plain washer d 4 × M8 threaded hole
(20 mm or more depth)
e 10 mm
KEY POINTS
If the cable is routed by exiting from the bottom side, make sure there is enough space in the center of the base table where the base will be secured in place.
Height: 190 mm min.
Width: 104 mm
Depth: 190 mm or more
Multiple Mounting Specifications
WARNING
Be sure to always use two or more people when installing or relocating the model with multiple mounting specifications. The Manipulator weights are as follows. Be careful not to get hands or feet caught or have equipment damaged due to dropping of the Manipulator.
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C301*M: Approx. 17 kg (38 lb)
- GX4-A/GX4-B/GX4-C351*M: Approx. 17 kg (38 lb)
When installing the Manipulator on a wall or similar structure, support the Manipulator until all of the anchor bolts are secured in place. Removing the support before the anchor bolts are fully secured is extremely hazardous and may cause the Manipulator to fall.
KEY POINTS
Fabricate the base table for installing the Manipulator with multiple mounting specifications so that it does not touch any cable and conduit tube connected to the Manipulator.
The recommended installation methods are as follows:
| Side (Wall Mounting) | Ceiling (Ceiling Mounting) |
|---|---|
 |  |
The recommended wall mounting method is described below.
With the arm extended, take out the Manipulator from the packing box.
When taking out the Manipulator from the packing box, be sure that the Manipulator does not drop or fall because it is not secured in place.
The joints of the Manipulator may rotate due to their own weight. Be careful not to get your hands or fingers caught.
Secure the base to the wall using four bolts. Be sure to always use washers.
Tightening torque: 32.0 N·m (326 kgf·cm)KEY POINTS
Use bolts with strength specifications compliant with ISO 898-1 property class: 10.9 or 12.9.
Symbol Description a 4 × M8 threaded hole
(20 mm or more depth)
b Plain washer c Spring washer d 4 × M8 × 30
Cleanroom & ESD Specifications
Unpack the Manipulator outside of the cleanroom.
Secure the Manipulator to transporting equipment (or a pallet) with bolts so that the Manipulator does not fall down.
Wipe off any dust on the Manipulator using a lint-free cloth that was dipped in ethyl alcohol or distilled water.
Carry the Manipulator into the cleanroom.
Refer to the installation procedure for the respective Manipulator model, and install the Manipulator.
"Table Top Mounting Specifications"
"Multiple Mounting Specifications"Connect an exhaust tube to the exhaust port.
When the Manipulator is a model with cleanroom & ESD specifications, an exhaust system must be connected. The exhaust system is described in the following section.
Appendix A: Specifications Table