Part Names and Functions
Front view
Back view
a: EMERGENCY STOP switch
The EMERGENCY STOP switch is used to stop the Teach Pendant immediately. When this switch is pushed, the Emergency Stop state is held both mechanically and electrically. Pushing the switch stops the program, removes power to robot motors and stops the Manipulator motion immediately.
Reference: Emergency Stop
b: Touch panel
The touch panel is used to display various kinds of information, select the functions, and enter the setting values.
c: Operation keys
The keys are used for teaching operation and command execution.
d: Mode selector key switch
The mode selector key switch is used to change the operation mode between TEACH*1 and AUTO. The mode can be fixed by pulling out the key.
*1: For the test mode: T1 and T2
When the mode is switched while a program is running, the program will be stopped.
To switch the mode from TEACH to AUTO, release the latched condition using the latch release input.
To change to the test mode, switch the mode selector key switch to TEACH, and tap the [Test] tab on the touch panel.
Reference: Operation Mode (TEACH, AUTO, TEST)
KEY POINTS
T2 mode cannot be used on RC700-A and RC700-D Controllers complying with the UL standards.
T2 mode can be use on RC700-E and RC800-A Controllers complying with the UL standards.
e: Handle
The handle is used to carry or operate the Teach Pendant, as well as to attach it to a panel using the optional Wall Bracket.
Reference: Wall Bracket (Option)
f: Enable switch
This is a three-position Enable switch. To operate the robot in the TEACH mode, grip the switch and use the jog keys. When operating the robot in the test mode, set the switch to ON position. The switch turns ON when it is at the midpoint, and it turns OFF when it is fully gripped or released.
g: Rear handle
The rear handle is used to carry or operate the Teach Pendant.
h: USB port
Connect the USB flash drive to this port to update the software.
For more information to get the software, refer to the following manual in Epson Robot Software Installer software disc.
"Epson Robot Software Installer"
To check the current software version, refer to the following section:
System Information
To update the Teach Pendant, refer to the following section:
Home Screen
In the AUTO mode, connect the keyboard or mouse to this port to easily input data.
For AUTO mode, it may be difficult to tap the teach pendant screen.
We recommend connecting a mouse and keyboard to operate the device.
(Reference diagram)
i: Maintenance cover
Open this cover for maintenance.