Adept Technology AnyFeeder UG User Manual
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Sound Emissions Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 11 NOTE: This provides supplementary information, emphasizes a point or procedure, or gives a tip for easier operation. 1.5 Sound Emissions The sound emission level of the Adept AnyFeeder depends on the type of parts being fed, speed, and payload. The maximum value is 85 dB. 1.6 Workcell The Adept robot systems used with the Adept AnyFeeder have a Manual and an Automatic ( AUTO) operating mode. While in Automatic Mode, personnel are not allowed...
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Chapter 1 - Overview 12 Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 1.7 Qualification of Personnel This manual assumes that all personnel have attended an Adept training course and have a working knowledge of the system. The user must provide the necessary additional training for all personnel who will be working with the system. As noted in this manual, certain procedures should be performed only by skilled or instructed persons. For a description of the level of qualification, Adept uses the standard...
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Protection Against Unauthorized Operation Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 13 1.9 Protection Against Unauthorized Operation The system must be protected against unauthorized use. Restrict access to the keyboard and the pendant by locking them in a cabinet or use another adequate method to prevent access to them. 1.10 Safety Aspects While Performing Maintenance Only skilled persons with the necessary knowledge about the safety and operation of the equipment are allowed to maintain the robot and...
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Chapter 1 - Overview 14 Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 1.13 What to Do in an Emergency Press any E-Stop button (a red push-button on a yellow background/field) and then follow the internal procedures of your company or organization for an emergency. If a fire occurs, use CO 2 to extinguish the fire. 1.14 How Can I Get Help? Refer to the How to Get Help Resource Guide (Adept P/N 00961-00700) for details on getting assistance with your Adept software and hardware. You can access information...
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Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 15 Installation2 2.1 Introduction This chapter describes the installation procedure for the Adept AnyFeeder. In addition to installing the Adept AnyFeeder, you will need to install the following items in the workcell: Robot: one of the following: Adept robot that interfaces with an Adept SmartController CX, running V+ version 16.x or later OR Adept i-Series robot (Adept Cobra i600 or Adept Cobra i800 robot) Vision: an Adept SmartController CX Licenses: V+...
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Chapter 2 - Installation 16 Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 2.2 Unpacking This section describes the procedure for unpacking the Adept AnyFeeder. Figure 2-1. AnyFeeder Parts The Adept AnyFeeder is shipped in a carton that is banded onto a wooden pallet. The shipping carton with pallet is approximately 1219 mm (48 in) x 762 mm (30 in) x 431.8 mm (17 in) (L x W x H). The shipping carton with pallet weighs approximately 80 kg. To unpack the Adept AnyFeeder: 1. Use a forklift or hand truck to move...
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Unpacking Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 17 Figure 2-2. Shipping Screws on Mounting Rail
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Chapter 2 - Installation 18 Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 2.3 Mechanical Installation This section describes the mechanical installation procedure for the Adept AnyFeeder. Preparing a Mounting Location Before the Adept AnyFeeder can be used, it must be securely mounted in a prepared location within the robot’s workcell. Prepare the mounting hole pattern as shown in Figure 2-3. Locate the mounting hole pattern on the base plate so that at least 650 mm of the AnyFeeder ’s base housing rests on...
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Mechanical Installation Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 19 Moving the Adept AnyFeeder to the Mounting Location 1. Find a co-worker to help you move the Adept AnyFeeder. 2. Lift the Adept AnyFeeder by the handles shown in Figure 2-4. Figure 2-4. Handles for Lifting/Moving the Adept AnyFeeder 3. Move the Adept AnyFeeder to the prepared mounting location. 4. Bolt the Adept AnyFeeder to the mounting location by inserting at least four (4) M6 x 16 mm Allen screws with washers and lock washers through...
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Chapter 2 - Installation 20 Adept AnyFeeder User’s Guide, Rev. A 2.4 Installing the Pneumatic Line This section describes the pneumatic installation procedure for the Adept AnyFeeder. 1. Locate the pneumatic connector below the side handle on the Adept AnyFeeder (see Figure 2-5). Figure 2-5. Pneumatic Connector Location 2. Prepare an 8 mm OD air line. 3. Attach the air line to the pneumatic connector (see Figure 2-6). Do not overtighten the connection. Figure 2-6. Air Line Attached to Pneumatic...