Controller Setup, Basic Operations & Maintenance
Controller Setup, Basic Operations & Maintenance
BFP-A5991-K
The operation-lock of the power switch
The power switch has operation-lock function. It is the mechanism in which the mistaken power supply ON is prevented
with the padlock etc. at the time of the maintenance of the robot system. Prepare lock devices, such as the padlock, by the
customer.
The usage of lock function is shown in the following.
CR2B-500 series
Power switch
CAUTION All teaching work must be carried out by an operator who has received special training.
(This also applies to maintenance work with the power source turned ON.)
→ Enforcement of safety training
CAUTION For teaching work, prepare a work plan related to the methods and procedures of oper-
ating the robot, and to the measures to be taken when an error occurs or when restart-
ing. Carry out work following this plan. (This also applies to maintenance work with the
power source turned ON.)
→ Preparation of work plan
WARNING Prepare a device that allows operation to be stopped immediately during teaching work.
(This also applies to maintenance work with the power source turned ON.)
→ Setting of emergency stop switch
CAUTION During teaching work, place a sign indicating that teaching work is in progress on the
start switch, etc. (This also applies to maintenance work with the power source turned
ON.)
→ Indication of teaching work in progress
WARNING Provide a fence or enclosure during operation to prevent contact of the operator and
robot.
→ Installation of safety fence
CAUTION Establish a set signaling method to the related operators for starting work, and follow
this method.
→ Signaling of operation start
CAUTION As a principle turn the power OFF during maintenance work. Place a sign indicating that
maintenance work is in progress on the start switch, etc.
→ Indication of maintenance work in progress
CAUTION Before starting work, inspect the robot, emergency stop switch and other related
devices, etc., and confirm that there are no errors.
→ Inspection before starting work
The points of the precautions given in the separate "Safety Manual" are given below.
Refer to the actual "Safety Manual" for details.
CAUTION Use the robot within the environment given in the specifications. Failure to do so could
lead to a drop or reliability or faults. (Temperature, humidity, atmosphere, noise environ-
ment, etc.)
CAUTION Transport the robot with the designated transportation posture. Transporting the robot
in a non-designated posture could lead to personal injuries or faults from dropping.
CAUTION Always use the robot installed on a secure table. Use in an instable posture could lead
to positional deviation and vibration.
CAUTION Wire the cable as far away from noise sources as possible. If placed near a noise source,
positional deviation or malfunction could occur.
CAUTION Do not apply excessive force on the connector or excessively bend the cable. Failure to
observe this could lead to contact defects or wire breakage.
CAUTION Make sure that the workpiece weight, including the hand, does not exceed the rated load
or tolerable torque. Exceeding these values could lead to alarms or faults.
WARNING Securely install the hand and tool, and securely grasp the workpiece. Failure to observe
this could lead to personal injuries or damage if the object comes off or flies off during
operation.
WARNING Securely ground the robot and controller. Failure to observe this could lead to malfunc-
tioning by noise or to electric shock accidents.
CAUTION Indicate the operation state during robot operation. Failure to indicate the state could
lead to operators approaching the robot or to incorrect operation.
WARNING When carrying out teaching work in the robot's movement range, always secure the pri-
ority right for the robot control. Failure to observe this could lead to personal injuries or
damage if the robot is started with external commands.
CAUTION Keep the jog speed as low as possible, and always watch the robot. Failure to do so
could lead to interference with the workpiece or peripheral devices.
CAUTION After editing the program, always confirm the operation with step operation before
starting automatic operation. Failure to do so could lead to interference with peripheral
devices because of programming mistakes, etc.
CAUTION Make sure that if the safety fence entrance door is opened during automatic operation,
the door is locked or that the robot will automatically stop. Failure to do so could lead to
personal injuries.
CAUTION Never carry out modifications based on personal judgments, or use non-designated
maintenance parts.
Failure to observe this could lead to faults or failures.
WARNING When the robot arm has to be moved by hand from an external area, do not place hands
or fingers in the openings. Failure to observe this could lead to hands or fingers catching
depending on the posture.
CAUTION Do not stop the robot or apply emergency stop by turning the robot controller's main
power OFF.
If the robot controller main power is turned OFF during automatic operation, the robot
accuracy could be adversely affected.
CAUTION Do not turn off the main power to the robot controller while rewriting the internal
information of the robot controller such as the program or parameters.
If the main power to the robot controller is turned off while in automatic operation or
rewriting the program or parameters, the internal information of the robot controller may
be damaged.
WARNING For using RH-5AH/10AH/15AH.
While pressing the brake releasing switch on the robot arm, beware of the arm
which may drop with its own weight.
Dropping of the hand could lead to a collision with the peripheral equipment or
catch the hands or fingers.
Revision history
Date of print Specifications No. Details of revisions
2000-03-21 BFP-A5991-A ・ "Removing and Installing the R6CPU Option Fixing Plate" is added.
・ "The procedures for installing the pneumatic hand interface" is added.
・ "Replacing the battery" is changed.
・ Error in writing correction.
・ No part of this manual may be reproduced by any means or in any form, without prior consent from
Mitsubishi.
・ The details of this manual are subject to change without notice.
・ An effort has been made to make full descriptions in this manual. However, if any discrepancies or
unclear points are found, please contact your dealer.
・ The information contained in this document has been written to be accurate as much as possible.
Please interpret that items not described in this document "cannot be performed." or "alarm may
occur".
Please contact your nearest dealer if you find any doubtful, wrong or skipped point.
・ This Instruction Manual is original.
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4.6 Opening and closing the hand .......................................................................................................................................... 4-44
4.7 Programming ............................................................................................................................................................................ 4-45
(1) Creation procedures ................................................................................................................................................ 4-45
(2) Robot work ................................................................................................................................................................... 4-45
4.7.1 Creating the program ................................................................................................................................................... 4-46
(1) Deciding the operation order ................................................................................................................................ 4-46
(2) Deciding the operation position name .............................................................................................................. 4-47
(3) Describing and creating the program ................................................................................................................ 4-48
(4) Confirming the program .......................................................................................................................................... 4-53
(5) Correcting the program .......................................................................................................................................... 4-54
(6) Start automatic operation. .................................................................................................................................... 4-58
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1Before starting use
Safety Manual Explains the common precautions and safety measures to be taken for robot handling,
system design and manufacture to ensure safety of the operators involved with the
robot.
Standard Explains the product's standard specifications, factory-set special specifications, option
Specifications configuration and maintenance parts, etc. Precautions for safety and technology, when
incorporating the robot, are also explained.
Robot Arm
Setup &
Explains the procedures required to operate the robot arm (unpacking, transportation,
Maintenance
installation, confirmation of operation), and the maintenance and inspection procedures.
Controller
Setup, Basic
Operation and Explains the procedures required to operate the controller (unpacking, transportation,
Maintenance installation, confirmation of operation), basic operation from creating the program to
automatic operation, and the maintenance and inspection procedures.
Detailed
Explanation of
Functions and Explains details on the functions and operations such as each function and operation,
Operations commands used in the program, connection with the external input/output device, and
parameters, etc.
Troubleshooting Explains the causes and remedies to be taken when an error occurs. Explanations are
given for each error No.
This indicates to press the (B) key while holding down the (A) key.
[+/ F O R W D ] + [+ X ]
In this example, the [+/Forward] key is pressed while holding down the [+X/
(A) (B)
+Y] key.
This indicates to hold down the (A) key, press and release the (B) key, and
[ S T E P / M O V E ] + ([ C O N D ] → [ R P L ↓ ])
then press the (C) key. In this example, the [Step/Move] key is held down, the
(A) (B) (C)
[Condition] key is pressed and released, and the [Replace ↓ key is pressed.
T /B This indicates the teaching pendant.
CAUTION All teaching work must be carried out by an operator who has received special training.
(This also applies to maintenance work with the power source turned ON.)
→ Enforcement of safety training
CAUTION For teaching work, prepare a work plan related to the methods and procedures of oper-
ating the robot, and to the measures to be taken when an error occurs or when restart-
ing. Carry out work following this plan. (This also applies to maintenance work with the
power source turned ON.)
→ Preparation of work plan
WARNING Prepare a device that allows operation to be stopped immediately during teaching work.
(This also applies to maintenance work with the power source turned ON.)
→ Setting of emergency stop switch
CAUTION During teaching work, place a sign indicating that teaching work is in progress on the
start switch, etc. (This also applies to maintenance work with the power source turned
ON.)
→ Indication of teaching work in progress
DANGER Provide a fence or enclosure during operation to prevent contact of the operator and
robot.
→ Installation of safety fence
CAUTION Establish a set signaling method to the related operators for starting work, and follow
this method.
→ Signaling of operation start
CAUTION As a principle turn the power OFF during maintenance work. Place a sign indicating that
maintenance work is in progress on the start switch, etc.
→ Indication of maintenance work in progress
CAUTION Before starting work, inspect the robot, emergency stop switch and other related
devices, etc., and confirm that there are no errors.
→ Inspection before starting work
CAUTION Use the robot within the environment given in the specifications. Failure to do so could
lead to a drop or reliability or faults. (Temperature, humidity, atmosphere, noise envi-
ronment, etc.)
CAUTION Transport the robot with the designated transportation posture. Transporting the
robot in a non-designated posture could lead to personal injuries or faults from drop-
ping.
CAUTION Always use the robot installed on a secure table. Use in an instable posture could lead
to positional deviation and vibration.
CAUTION Wire the cable as far away from noise sources as possible. If placed near a noise
source, positional deviation or malfunction could occur.
CAUTION Do not apply excessive force on the connector or excessively bend the cable. Failure
to observe this could lead to contact defects or wire breakage.
CAUTION Make sure that the workpiece weight, including the hand, does not exceed the rated
load or tolerable torque. Exceeding these values could lead to alarms or faults.
WARNING Securely install the hand and tool, and securely grasp the workpiece. Failure to
observe this could lead to personal injuries or damage if the object comes off or flies
off during operation.
WARNING Securely ground the robot and controller. Failure to observe this could lead to mal-
functioning by noise or to electric shock accidents.
CAUTION Indicate the operation state during robot operation. Failure to indicate the state could
lead to operators approaching the robot or to incorrect operation.
WARNING When carrying out teaching work in the robot's movement range, always secure the
priority right for the robot control. Failure to observe this could lead to personal inju-
ries or damage if the robot is started with external commands.
CAUTION Keep the jog speed as low as possible, and always watch the robot. Failure to do so
could lead to interference with the workpiece or peripheral devices.
CAUTION After editing the program, always confirm the operation with step operation before
starting automatic operation. Failure to do so could lead to interference with periph-
eral devices because of programming mistakes, etc.
CAUTION Make sure that if the safety fence entrance door is opened during automatic opera-
tion, the door is locked or that the robot will automatically stop. Failure to do so could
lead to personal injuries.
CAUTION Never carry out modifications based on personal judgments, or use non-designated
maintenance parts.
Failure to observe this could lead to faults or failures.
WARNING When the robot arm has to be moved by hand from an external area, do not place
hands or fingers in the openings. Failure to observe this could lead to hands or fingers
catching depending on the posture.
CAUTION Do not stop the robot or apply emergency stop by turning the robot controller's main
power OFF.
If the robot controller main power is turned OFF during automatic operation, the robot
accuracy could be adversely affected.
CAUTION Do not turn off the main power to the robot controller while rewriting the internal
information of the robot controller such as the program or parameters.
If the main power to the robot controller is turned off while in automatic operation or
rewriting the program or parameters, the internal information of the robot controller
may be damaged.
1-4 Safety Precautions
2Unpacking to installation
2 Unpacking to installation
2.1 Confirming the products
Confirm that the parts shown in the standard configuration of the controller shown in Table 2-1 are enclosed with
the purchased product.
Users who have purchased options should refer to the separate "Standard Specifications". The primary power
supply cable and grounding cable must be prepared by the customer.
1 Controller CR2-532
1 of With machine cable.
CR2-532M
these The fixing plate of memory cassette is attached
CR2A-572
units to the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
CR2B-574
5 Instruction Manual
BFP-A5991 1 copy This book
(Controller setup, basic operation and maintenance)
6 Instruction Manual
BFP-A5992 1 copy
(Detailed explanations of functions and operations)
7 Instruction Manual
BFP-A5993 1 copy
(Troubleshooting)
2.2 Installation
2.2.1 Unpacking procedures
The following shows how to unpack the controller.
The unpacking method differs, depending on the controller being used.
When the CR2-532/CR2A-572 controller is used, refer to " ■ For the CR2-532/CR2A-572/CR2B-574 Control-
ler". When the CR2-532M controller is used, refer to " ■ For the CR2-532M Controller" on page 7.
<CR2-532/CR2A-572/CR2B-574>
Accessory set
1)
2)
Controller
[Caution] The packaging material is required when transporting the controller again, so keep it in safekeeping.
The controller is shipped from the factory packaged in cardboard. Unpack the controller with the following proce-
dure.
(1) Open the front of the outer cardboard box.
(2) Hold the handle on the inner case (cardboard) with cushioning material, and pull it out.
(3) Remove the accessory set placed on the controller.
(4) Hold the controller with both hands, and remove the inner case with cushioning material.
Exercise caution, since the center of gravity of the controller is located toward the front of the unit.
(5) Set down the controller to complete the unpacking procedure.
2-6 Installation
2Unpacking to installation
A B
Accessory set
DOWN
TEACH
AUTO AUTO
(Op.) (Ext.) REMOVE T/B
SVO OFF STOP END
View A View B
[Caution] The packaging material is required when transporting the controller again, so keep it in safekeeping.
The controller is shipped from the factory packaged in wood frame. Unpack the controller with the following
procedure.
(1) Remove the wood frame.
(2) Remove the accessory set placed on the top of the controller.
(3) Attach the wire hooks to the eye bolts enclosed with the controller, and suspend the controller with a crane
to remove it from the packaging material.
Installation 2-7
2Unpacking to installation
!!
(1) Transport the controller by placing hands between the lower clearance created with the rubber foot on the
front and back sides, and lifting up the controller. Do not hold the switches or connectors.
Eye bolt
!!
(1) Two workers must transport the controller using a crane or lifter.
2-8 Installation
2Unpacking to installation
<CR2-532>
150 150
250 or more
CAUTION
Remove the rubber foot (4 positions)
Rubber foot of the bottom and fix it when fixing
the CR2-532 controller with the
installation screw.
Horizontal placement
<CR2A-572/CR2B-574>
*The left figure shows the CR2A-572
controller for example. The RS-232C
connector is installed vertically as the
150 150
controller type is "CR2B-574".
CAUTION
Use the rubber foot (4 positions) at
the bottom of the controller as it is, or
put the spacer, and leave the space
between the installation side and the
250 or more controller installation side more than
7mm when you fix the controller with
the installation screw.
7 or more
(1) For the CR2-532 controller, do not block the ventilation holes on the sides of the controller.
For the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller, do not block the air intake hole at the bottom of the controller.
(2) When storing the controller in a cabinet, etc., take special care to the heat radiating properties and ventilation
properties so that the ambient temperature remains within the specification values.
The controller can be placed vertically. Contact your nearest dealer for information.
Installation 2-9
2Unpacking to installation
<CR2-532M>
250 or less
Side Side
Approx.
Approx. Approx.
Back
Controller
460
(up side)
Approx. 350
Front
315
11
0
CAUTION Install the rubber cover for the T/B connector when the T/B un-connection.
In the same way, install the mold cover for the RS-232C connector when the RS-232C
cable un-connection. When it is not so, it has the possibility that the controller breaks
down due to the penetration such as oil.
2-10 Installation
2Unpacking to installation
Screw A
Chassis cover
L1 L2 L3
Power cable
MODE
AUTO
(Ext.
)
Lower rear cover
L1 L2 L3
A Terminal cover C
U-character projection PE
PE (grounding) Three-phase AC200/210/230V
Power switch View A
(1) Prepare the power cable and grounding cable (both must be AWG#14(2mm2) or more thickly).
(2) Remove the controller's chassis cover. Remove screw A, slide the cover by approx. 100mm to the back side,
and lift it upward.
(3) Remove the upper rear cover by removing the four screws B on the rear side.
(4) Confirm that the primary power supply matches the specifications.
(5) Confirm that the primary power supply is OFF and that the power switch on the controller is OFF.
(6) Pull out the power switch terminal cover C by pulling on the U-character projection on the front with fingers.
(7) Connect the power cable to the power switch terminals. (L1, L2 and L3 from left)
(8) Connect the grounding cable to the controller chassis screw hole (M4) at the right side of the power switch.
(PE mark)
(9) Press in the power switch terminal cover C (removed in step (6)), until a "click" is heard.
(10) Install the upper rear cover.
At this time, sandwich the power cable and grounding cable with the rubber bushing installed on the lower
rear cover and upper rear cover. If required, cut the rubber bushing to a round shape.
(11) Securely fix the chassis cover (removed in step (2)) with screw A. The chassis cover is structured to sand-
wich the chassis sides, so carefully fit and slide it into position, and then fix.
This completes the connection of the power and grounding cables of the CR2-532 controller.
Installation 2-11
2Unpacking to installation
Battery cover
Power switch
Terminal cover
Power switch
A View from A
(1) Prepare the power cable and grounding cable (both must be AWG#14(2mm2) or more thickly).
(2) Remove the controller's chassis cover (top board) by removing the four installation screws. To remove the
chassis cover, slide it to the rear and then lift it. Also, remove the battery cover from the front of the control -
ler by removing the four installation screws.
(3) Confirm that the primary power supply matches the specifications.
(4) Confirm that the primary power supply is OFF and that the power switch on the controller is OFF.
(5) Pull out the terminal cover of the power switch.
(6) Insert the power cable and grounding cable from the cable lead-in port on the side or rear of the controller.
(7) Connect the power cable to the power switch terminals.
(8) Connect the grounding cable with the screw hole (M4) on the controller's chassis, located above the power
switch (PE marking).
(9) Press in the power switch terminal cover, until a "click" is heard.
(10) Re-install both the controller's chassis and the battery cover back.
This completes the connection of the power and grounding cables of the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
2-12 Installation
2Unpacking to installation
Section A
Power switch
Power cable
Section B
Grounding wire
Terminal cover
Disengagement
prevention projection
L1, L2 and L3 from left Grounding cable
Grounding plate
Earth leakage breaker
Power cable
(a) Details of section A (b) Details of section B
Fig.2-9 : Connecting the power cable and grounding cable (CR2-532M)
(1) Prepare the power cable and grounding cable (both must be AWG#14(2mm2) or more thickly).
(2) Loosen the two screws fixing the controller's front door, and open the front door.
(3) Pull out the disengagement prevention projection on the terminal cover surface of the earth leakage breaker
by disengaging it with your finger.
(4) Confirm that the primary power matches the specifications.
(5) Confirm that the primary power is OFF and that the controller power switch is OFF.
(6) Insert the power cable and grounding cable from the cable lead-in port on the bottom of the controller.
(7) Connect the power cable to the power switch terminal. (L1, L2 and L3 from left)
(8) Connect the grounding cable to the grounding plate terminal.
(9) Insert the power switch terminal cover removed in step (3) until a "click" is heard.
(10) Close the controller's front door, and fix with the fixing screws.
This completes the connection of the power and grounding cables of the CR2-532M controller.
Installation 2-13
2Unpacking to installation
EMG. DOOR
STOP SWITCH
System emergency 24V
EXTEMG1 EXTEMG1
stop line
6 6
RA3:Emergency stop output Note1) (Prepared
5 by cusotmer) 5
RA Relay
4 4
Short piece 2 24V
3 RA2 3
2 External door switch input 2
Short piece 1 RA1
1 External emergency stop input 1
4
shown below or an input signal turns on.
× ×
3
AWG#24 to #12
× ×
Maker:Phoenix Contact
× ×
1
・Emergency stop switch of the T/B (option). Type:FRONT-MSTB2.5/6-ST-5.08
・External emergency stop input. EXTEMG connector
・The T/B mount/dismount switch is OFF (Same for both left and right outputs)
when the T/B is unconnected.
For safety purposes, install the External emergency stop switch at an easy-to-operate place.
The external emergency stop input and door switch input terminal block are short-circuited with a short bar (short
piece) as shown in Fig. 2-10.
Connect the external emergency stop switch and door switch with the following procedures. The emergency stop
circuit in the controller is redundant (duplex), so use a 2-contact type switch for the emergency stop switch.
[Caution] When wiring the emergency stop switch (duble emergency line type), wire both contacts to the two ter-
minal blocks on the controller. If both contacts are wired to only one of the terminal blocks, errors can-
not be cancelled using the door switch.
This completes the connection of the external emergency stop of the CR2-532/CR2B-532M controller.
2-14 Installation
2Unpacking to installation
①② Maker:Phoenix Contact
Wire insert ③④
⑤⑥ Type:FRONT-MSTB2.5/6-ST-5.08
For safety purposes, install the external emergency stop switch and door switch at an easy-to-operate place.
The external emergency stop input and door switch input terminal block are short-circuited with a short bar (short
piece) as shown in Fig. 2-11.
Connect the external emergency stop switch and door switch with the following procedures. The emergency stop
circuit in the controller is redundant (duplex), so use a 2-contact type switch for the emergency stop switch.
[Caution] When wiring the emergency stop switch (duble emergency line type), wire both contacts to the two ter-
minal blocks on the controller. If both contacts are wired to only one of the terminal blocks, errors can-
not be cancelled using the door switch.
This completes the connection of the external emergency stop of the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
Installation 2-15
2Unpacking to installation
2.2.6 Magnet contactor control connector output (AXMC) for addition axes
(When using the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller)
When an additional axis is used, the servo ON/OFF status of the additional axis can be synchronized with the
servo ON/OFF status of the robot itself by using the output contact (AXMC1) provided on the back of the
controller and configuring a circuit so that the power to the servo amplifier for the additional axis can be turned off
when this output is open.
Fig. 2-12 shows an example of its circuit, and Fig. 2-13 show the layout drawings of the output contact (AXMC1).
When you are using an additional axis, please perform appropriate circuit connections by referring to these
drawings.
1) Get the power supply for the controller from the secondary erminal
of short circuit breaker (NV) built in the addition axis amplifier box.
2) Get the power supply for the MC synchronization from the secondary MC
terminal of short circuit breaker (NV) built in the controller.
NV MC 88
NV
<Connector type>
Plug side (user) : FRONT-MSTB2.5/2-STF-5.08
Socket side (controller) : DFK-MSTB2.5/2-GF-5.08
Connector maker name : Phoenix Contact)
2-16 Installation
2Unpacking to installation
CAUTION The machine cable connectors are dedicated for the controller side and robot arm
side, so take special care when connecting.
If connected incorrectly, the connector pins could bend or break. Thus, even if
connected correctly, the robot will not operate correctly, creating a dangerous
situation.
The T/B can be installed in the power OFF state as described in the separate manual "Robot arm setup and main-
tenance", or can be installed/removed in the power ON state as described in "4.2.1 Installing and removing the T/
B" on page 39 of this manual. Refer to the respective explanations.
Refer to the separate "Standard Specifications" for the optional devices other than those described in this man-
ual.
The method of installation of option equipment differs, depending on the controller being used. When the CR2-532
control is used, refer to "3.1For the CR2-532 Controller". When the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 control is used, refer
to "3.2 For the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 Controller" on page 21. When the CR2-532M control is used, refer to "3.3
For the CR2-532M Controller" on page 23.
CAUTION Confirm that the controller's main power supply and controller power switch are OFF
before starting this work. Wait at least three minutes after turning the power OFF before
removing the controller chassis cover.
(1) Wait at least three minutes after turning the power OFF, and then remove the controller chassis cover. (Refer
to Fig. 3-1.) To remove the cover, remove the one installation screw A, and slide the cover approx. 100mm
toward the back. Then, lift it up.
(2) Remove the upper rear cover by removing the four installation screws B on the back. (Refer to Fig. 3-1.)
Screw A
(One)
Chassis cover
R6x2CPU
AUTO
(Ext.)
R6x2CPU
R6x2CPU
(3) Remove the three M3 screws to remove the
R6x2CPU option fixing plate.
Installation screw
M3 x 2
R6x2CPU
(4) Insert the option card.
The position of the slot will differ according to the
options. Refer to the instruction manual of the
option being used, check the slot position, and then
Option slot 2(OPT2) insert the option.
・Extended serial interface
・CC-Link interface
・Additional axis interface
R6x2CPU (5) Install the option fixing plate, removed in step "(3)",
onto the R6x2CPU.
When the option card has been inserted into option
Option card slot 1 or 2, install so that the option card fits into
Option fixing plate the option fixing groove on the option fixing plate,
and then fix securely with screws.
Installation screw
M3 x 2
This completes the removal and installation of the R6x2CPU of the CR2-532 controller.
CAUTION Confirm that the controller's main power supply and controller power switch are OFF
before starting this work.
(1) Refer to steps "(1)" to "(3)" section "3.1.1Removing and Installing the R6x2CPU Option Fixing Plate", and
remove the controller over. Remove the R6x2CPU option fixing plate.
(2) The pneumatic hand interface is mounted on the RZ181 card in the R6x2CPU.
Install by securely inserting the CNHDNOUT/CNHND connectors on the card into the pneumatic hand interface
connectors.
<RZ181 card>
R6x2CPU
CNHND
CNHND
CNHND
CNHNDOUT
CNHNDOUT
Connector surface figure
CNHNDOUT
Pneumatic hand interface
RZ181 card
(3) Refer to steps "(5)" and "(6)" of section "3.1.1Removing and Installing the R6x2CPU Option Fixing Plate", and
install the R6x2CPU option fixing plate, and return the controller cover.
This completes the installation of the CR2-532 controller's pneumatic hand interface.
CAUTION To remove the chassis cover (top board), wait at least three minutes after the power
of the supply source is shut off. Also, do not supply power until the top board is rein-
stalled. Failure to follow this instruction will cause electric shock.
Installation screw
(Four positions) Cable lead-out port
RZ326A/RZ327 card Rail plate
(Two pcs. in front and back)
Option slot 1(OPT1)
・Ethernet interface
・Extended serial interface
・Additional axis interface
・Tracking interface
Option slot 2(OPT2)
・Extended serial interface
・CC-Link interface
・Additional axis interface
・Tracking interface
Option slot 3(OPT3)
・Additional axis interface
Detailed of option card installation
Installation screw
Rail plate (Four positions)
(Two pcs. in
front and back)
Option card
(1) Shut off the power of the supply source and wait at least three minutes. Then, remove the chassis cover
(top board) by removing the four installation screws.
(2) Insert the option card to be mounted into the corresponding slot, and fix with the rail plate. Lead any
required cables from the cable lead-out port on the rear side.
The position of the slot will differ according to the options. Refer to the instruction manual of the option
being used, check the slot position, and then insert the option.
(3) Reinstall the top board of the controller.
This completes the installation of the option card of the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
CAUTION To remove the chassis cover (top board), wait at least three minutes after the power of
the supply source is shut off. Also, do not supply power until the top board is reinstalled.
Failure to follow this instruction will cause electric shock.
(1) Shut off the power of the supply source and wait at least three minutes. Then, remove the chassis cover
(top board) by removing the four installation screws.
(2) Insert the pneumatic hand interface into the connector of the RZ326A/RZ327 card. Align both connectors
and insert the pneumatic hand interface securely in place.
(3) Reinstall the top board of the controller.
This completes the installation of the pneumatic hand interface of the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
3.3.1 Removing and Installing the R6x2CPU (Installing the Option Card )
The option card, mounted on the control unit (R6x2CPU), after removing the R6x2CPU option fixing plate. The
procedure of removing is explained below.
CAUTION Confirm that the controller's main power supply and controller power switch are OFF
before starting this work. Wait at least three minutes after turning the power OFF before
opening the controller front door.
On the R6x2CPU, the cables are connected with the connectors and terminal block. Take
care not to pull the cables when removing.
(1) Wait at least three minutes after turning the power OFF, then loosen the fixing screws on the controller
front door, and open the front door.
(2) Remove the two M5 screws (top/bottom) fixing the R6x2CPU, and then pull out the R6x2CPU.
Take care not to pull the cables at this time.
(3) Disconnect the connectors and FG cable connected to the R6x2CPU, and pull out the unit. The connectors
and terminal block to be disconnected are shown in Fig. 3-5 (c)
R6x2CPU
Front door
(Fixing screws x 2)
Connector:CN1A
Front
Connector:CNHND1
Connector:CONOP
Connector:CNHND2
Connector:CNEMG
Connector:CNSIO1
Connector:CNSIO2
Connector:EXTEMG
Connector:DCIN
Bottom view
Front view
Fig.3-5 : Remove the R6x2CPU (CR2-532M)
R6x2CPU
(4) Remove the three M3 screws to remove
the R6x2CPU option fixing plate.
Installation screw
M3 x 2
R6x2CPU
(6) Install the option fixing plate, removed in
step "(4)", onto the R6x2CPU.
Option card When the option card has been inserted
into option slot 1 or 2, install so that the
Option fixing plate option card fits into the option fixing
groove on the option fixing plate, and
then fix securely with screws.
Installation screw
M3 x 2
This completes the removal and installation of the R6x2CPU of the CR2-532M controller.
CAUTION Confirm that the controller's main power supply and controller power switch are OFF
before starting this work.
(1) Refer to steps "(1)" to "(4)" section "3.3.1Removing and Installing the R6x2CPU (Installing the Option Card )",
and remove the controller over. Remove the R6x2CPU option fixing plate.
(2) The pneumatic hand interface is mounted on the RZ181 card in the R6x2CPU.
Install by securely inserting the CNHDNOUT/CNHND connectors on the card into the pneumatic hand interface
connectors.
<RZ181 card>
R6x2CPU
CNHND
CNHND
CNHND
CNHNDOUT
CNHNDOUT
Connector surface figure
CNHNDOUT
Pneumatic hand interface
RZ181 card
(3) Refer to steps "(6)" and "(7)" of section "3.1.1Removing and Installing the R6x2CPU Option Fixing Plate", and
install the R6x2CPU option fixing plate, and return the controller cover.
This completes the installation of the CR2-532M controller's pneumatic hand interface.
3.4 Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only)
Shows the installation method of using the controller protection box (hereinafter referred to as the protection box)
to protect the CR2A-572 controller from using environment such as oil-mist in the following.
For outside dimensions, refer to separate manual "Standard specifications manual".
<Front> <Back>
Rear panel
Cable cover
(Machine cable for power)
Window
Side cover
Cable cover
(Machine cable for signal) Heat exchanger
Name of each part of CR2A-MB
CR2A-MB
CR2A-572 controller
The installation state of the controller
3-26 Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only)
3Installing the option devices
Table 3-2 : Cable clamp for external emergency stop box (recommendation)
Type JIS wiring tube Adaptation cable outside diameter Manufacturer
OA-W1606 4 ~ 6φ
OA-W1608 6 ~ 8φ
OA-W1609 G1/2 7 ~ 9φ OHM electric Corp
OA-W1611 9 ~ 11φ
OA-W1613 11 ~ 13φ
Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only) 3-27
3Installing the option devices
150mm or more
CAUTION The fan installed at the back inside of the protection box for heat exchange.
Take care to not obstruct the rotation of air.
CAUTION The protection box must be transported by two workers under the condition that the
CR2A-572 controller is installed in the protection box. (Mass: approx. 34kg)
Transporting the protection box in one worker could lead to personal injuries or faults from
dropping.
3-28 Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only)
3Installing the option devices
The controller fixed lengthwise in the protection box. (The right side of the controller is upside)
Front cover
Side cover
3) Remove the side cover of protection box by
removing the twelve installation screws.
Remove
Installation screw
(M4x10-12)
Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only) 3-29
3Installing the option devices
Installation screw
(M5x10-2)
3-30 Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only)
3Installing the option devices
(3) Connecting the power cable, grounding cable, fan power cable
Fig. 3-9 shows wiring configuration and wiring system diagram of power, grounding, fan power cable.
[Note] While the primary power supply is being supplied, the fan rotate through of ON/OFF of the controller power
supply.
Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only) 3-31
3Installing the option devices
Install the attached external emergency stop box to the place easy to operate for safety surely.
Because the CR2A-572 controller is enclosed in the protection box, the emergency stop switch located on the
front side of the controller cannot be operated.
Install the attached external emergency stop box to the place easy to operate.
The outside and installation dimensions of the external emergency stop box are shown in Fig. 3-10 for your
reference.
For the cable connection method, refer to "2.2.5 Connecting the external emergency stop" on page 14.
Please prepare a cable clamp that is fit for the external emergency stop box cable.
For details of the external emergency stop box, refer to the Instruction Manual attached to the product.
Also, pull out the external emergency stop cable from the cable outlet of the protection box, and then fix them
with a cable tie together with the machine cable.
TOP
TOP
42.4
2-φ4.6
(Two M4 installation *The M4 screw prepared by customer
screw holes)
58.0
3-32 Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only)
3Installing the option devices
Cable tie
Cable cover
CR2A-MB
The cable cover is attached to the cable outlet.(two places of top and bottom.)
Fix the cable taken out from cable outlet by using the cable tie from the top of the cable cover, and block the
cable outlet so that the oil-mist etc. not come in.
[CAUTION] Make the cable connected with the controller (the external emergency stop cable, the option card
connection cable, etc.) have the margin of 300mm to make the drawer of the controller to easy later,
and fix the cable. It is not necessary about the machine cable, because it can be connected and
disconnected by connector.
Front cover
Serial number posting label
Protection seal transparent
Fig.3-12 : Sticking the serial number posting label
Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only) 3-33
3Installing the option devices
CAUTION The protection box must be transported by two workers under the condition that the
CR2A-572 controller is installed in the protection box. (Mass: approx. 34kg)
Transporting the protection box in one worker could lead to personal injuries or faults from
dropping.
3-34 Installation of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB) (CR2A-574 controller only)
4Basic operations
4 Basic operations
In this chapter, the following items will be explained regarding the basic operations for handling the robot.
Handling the controller The functions of the various keys on the controller are
explained.
Handling the teaching pendant The methods of installing/removing the T/B, and the
functions of the various keys are explained.
Turning the power ON/OFF The items to confirm before turning on the controller
power, and the methods of turning the power ON and
OFF are explained.
Operating the robot with jog operation The methods for manually operating the robot arm using
the teaching pendant are explained. This is mainly used
for teaching work.
Opening and closing the hand The methods of opening and closing the hand using the
teaching pendant are explained.
Program creation to automatic operation The procedures of creating the program are explained in
order.
4-35
4Basic operations
<CR2-532>
<Front>
STATUS
NUMBER
CHANG
DISP
UP EMG.STOP
MODE DOWN
SVO ON
AUTO
TEACH START CR2
(Op.) RESET
AUTO
(Ext.)
SVO OFF
STOP
END
REMOVE
T/B
DSUB
T/B
CR2
STATUS NUMBER CHANG DISP EMG.STOP
11)
UP
DOWN
TEACH
AUTO AUTO
(Op.) (Ext.) REMOVE T/B
SVO OFF STOP
14)
END
DSUB T/B
<CR2A-572> <CR2B-574>
6) 6)
<CR2-532M>
11) 9) 2) 7) 4) 15)
14)
5)
STATUS NUMBER CHANG DISP EMG.STOP
UP
DOWN
6)
TEACH
AUTO AUTO
(Op.) (Ext.) REMOVE T/B
SVO OFF STOP END
1) 10) 12)
3)
13) 8)
1) POWER switch ..................................... This turns the control power ON/OFF. (With earth leakage breaker function)
2) START button...................................... This executes the program and operates the robot. The program is run continuously.
3) STOP button......................................... This stops the robot immediately. The servo does not turn OFF.
4) RESET button ...................................... This resets the error. This also resets the program's halted state and resets the program.
5) Emergency stop switch .................... This stops the robot in an emergency state. The servo turns OFF.
6) T/B remove switch............................ This is used to connect/disconnect the T/B without turning OFF the controller's control
power.
7) CHNGDISP button.............................. This changes the details displayed on the display panel in the order of "Override" → "Pro-
gram No." → "Line No.".
8) END button............................................ This stops the program being executed at the last line or END statement.
9) SVO.ON button.................................... This turns ON the servo power. (The servo turns ON.)
10) SVO.OFF button............................... This turns OFF the servo power. (The servo turns OFF.)
11) STATUS NUMBER
(display panel)...................................... The alarm No., program No., override value (%), etc., are displayed.
12) T/B connection connector ......... This is a dedicated connector for connecting the T/B.
13) Personal computer
connection connector...................... This is an RS-232C specification connector for connecting the personal computer.
14) MODE changeover switch ............ This changes the robot's operation mode. Note)
AUTO (Op.).................................. Only operations from the controller are valid. Operations for which the operation mode
must be at the external device or T/B are not possible.
TEACH .......................................... When the T/B is valid, only operations from the T/B are valid. Operations for which the
operation mode must be at the external device or controller are not possible.
AUTO (Ext.)................................. Only operations from the external device are valid. Operations for which the operation
mode must be at the T/B or controller are not possible.
15) UP/DOWN button ............................ This scrolls up or down the details displayed on the "STATUS. NUMBER" display panel.
CAUTION Note) The servo will turn OFF when the controller's [MODE] switch is changed. Note
that axes not provided with brakes could drop with their own weight. Carry out
the following operations to prevent the servo from turning OFF whenthe
[MODE] switch is changed.
The servo on status can be maintained by changing the mode with keeping pressing
lightly the deadman switch of T/B. The operating method is shown below.
DISABLE ENABLE
P8T B-TE
EMG.STOP
REMOVE T/B switch Connector 2) Press the [REMOVE T/B] switch on the controller. (Indented
Figure shows the
CR2-532 controller state) The switch's LED will start flickering.
3) Securely hold the T/B connector, and turn it to the left to
remove it.
STATUS
NUMBER
CHANG
DISP
UP EMG.STOP
MODE DOWN
TEACH
SVO ON
START
CR2
AUT O
(O p.) RESET
AUT O
(Ex t.)
DSUB
starts flickering. The switch's LED will turn OFF when the
T/B
work is completed.
Teaching pendant
(T/B)
DISABLE ENABLE
P8T B-TE
EMG.STOP
MODE
SVO ON
CHANG
DISP
UP
DOWN
EMG.STOP
CR2
flickering.
3) Press the [REMOVE T/B] switch on the side of the controller
TEACH START
AUT O
(O p.) RESET
AUT O
(Ex t.)
SVO OFF
STOP
END
REMOVE
T/B
WARNING The T/B emergency stop is invalid while the [REMOVE T/B] switch is pressed
(indented state) even after the T/B is connected. This state will cause an emergency
stop within 5 seconds, but as the T/B is invalid, starting operations from devices
other than the T/B will be valid.
4) [TOOL] key
This selects the TOOL JOG mode.
4) [JOINT] key
This selects the JOINT JOG mode.
4) [XYZ] key
This selects the XYZ JOG, 3-AXIS XYZ or CYLINDER JOG mode.
5) [MENU] key
This returns the display screen to the "menu screen"
6) [STOP] key
This stops the program and decelerates the robot to a stop. This is the same function as the [STOP] switch on
the front of the controller, and can be used even when the T/B [ENABLE/DISABLE] switch is set to DISABLE.
7) [STEP/MOVE] key
Jog operations are possible when this key is pressed simultaneously with the 12) jog operation key. Step jump
is carried out when pressed simultaneously with the [INP/EXE] key. This also turns the servo ON.
8) [+/FORWD] key
Step feed is carried out when this key is pressed simultaneously with the [INP/EXE] key. On the edit screen,
the next program line is displayed. When pressed simultaneously with the [STEP/MOVE] key, the override will
increase.
9) [-/BACKWD] key
On the edit screen, the previous program line is displayed. When pressed simultaneously with the [INP/EXE]
key, the axis will return along the robot's operation path. When pressed simultaneously with the [STEP/MOVE]
key, the override (speed) will decrease.
10) [COND] key
This is used to edit the program.
11) [ERROR RESET] key
This key resets an error state that has occurred. When pressed simultaneously with the [INP/EXE] key, the
program will be reset.
◇◆◇ Remove the protection seal of the teaching pendant before using ◇◆◇
Installed the protection seal on the teaching pendant to prevent the damage of the display LCD and the key seat
when shipping. Remove the protection seal when using. The operation of the key and the confirmation of the dis-
play is possible without removing the protection seal, however the adhesive may be left on the teaching pendant
as the time passes.
CAUTION Always confirm the following items before turning the controller power ON.
1) Make sure that there are no operators in the robot operation range.
2) Make sure that the controller and robot arm are securely connected with the
machine cable.
3) Make sure that the external emergency stop switch is connected to the controller.
4) Make sure that the controller's power cable and grounding cable are correctly
connected.
5) Make sure that the grounding cable is connected to the robot arm.
6) Make sure that there are no obstacles, such as tools, in the robot operation range.
<CR2-532>
STATUS NUMBER
STATU
S NUMBE
R
CHANG
DISP
UP EMG.STOP
MODE DOWN
TEAC H
SVO ON
START
CR2
AUTO
(O p.) RESET
AUTO
(Ext.)
SVO OFF
STOP
END
REMOV
<CR2-532M>
E T/B
DSUB
T/B
[POWER] switch
STATUS NUMBER CHANG DISP EMG.STOP
POWER
UP
DOWN
<CR2A-572/CR2B-574> ON MODE
TEACH
SVO ON START RESET
AUTO AUTO
(Op.) (Ext.) REMOVE T/B
SVO OFF STOP END
OFF
[POWER] switch
◇◆◇ What is the main power, control power and servo power? ◇◆◇
Main power ------ This supplies power to the controller. (Primary power)
Control power --- This supplies power to the control sections (PCB, etc.) in the controller.
Servo power -----This supplies power to the motor that drives the robot.
When energized, this is called servo ON, and when shut off, this is called servo OFF.
SVO OFF
2) After the robot has stopped, press the controller [SVO OFF] switch,
and turn the servo OFF.
Shut OFF the motor powe
T/B disable
MODE
TEACH
2) Confirm that the [MODE] switch on the front of the
AUTO AUTO controller is set to "TEACH" or "Auto (Op.)".
(Op.) (Ext.)
Controller enable
SVO ON
3) Press the [SVO ON] switch on the front of the
controller.
Turn ON the servo power The switch's lamp will light indicating that the servo is
ON.
CAUTION Make sure that there are not operators in the robot operation range before turning ON
the servo.
SVO OFF
3-AXIS XYZ JOG ・ When the axis cannot be moved with XYZ JOG that maintains the posture.
・ When the tip is to be moved linearly but the posture is to be changed.
CYLINDER JOG ・ Moves in a cylindrical shape centering on the Z axis while maintaining the posture.
・ Moves linearly in a radial shape centering on the Z axis while maintaining the posture.
4.7 Programming
The procedures from creating the program to automatic operation are explained in order using a simple procedure
as an example.
Start
Yes
Judgment: OK?
No
End
Programming 4-45
4Basic operations
(3) (7)
20mm
Start
(1) Move to wait position (joint movement).
(2) Move to 20mm upward workpiece (joint movement).
(3) Move to position to grasp workpiece (linear movement).
(4) Grasp workpiece (hand close).
(5) Move 20mm upward (linear movement).
(6) Move to 20mm upward position to place workpiece
(joint movement).
(7) Move to position to place workpiece (linear movement).
(8) Release workpiece (hand open).
(9) Move 20mm upward (linear movement).
(10) Move to wait position (joint movement).
End
4-46 Programming
4Basic operations
Wait position
(PWAIT)
Position to release
20mm
Position
Name Teaching Remarks
variable name
Position variable name ・・・・ Designate a random character string starting with "P".
Up to eight characters can be designated.
CAUTION The designation of the direction separated from the target position differs according to the
robot type.
The position is along the Z axis of the TOOL coordinate system, and the direction is
designated with the + and - signs.
Refer to the section on the TOOL JOG operation in the separate "Instruction Manual/
Robot arm setup and maintenance", and confirm the Z axis direction of the TOOL
coordinate system. Then, designate the correct sign (direction) that matches the robot
being used.
Designating the reverse direction could lead to interference with the peripheral devices and
damage.
Generally (in the default state), the hand retract direction is the "-" sign with the vertical
articulate type robot, and the "+" sign is the robot's upward direction with the other robots
Programming 4-47
4Basic operations
Position to release
20mm
Start
(1) Move to wait position (joint movement) ...................................................................10 MOV PWAIT
Note)
(2) Move to 20mm upward workpiece (joint movement)...........................................20 MOV PGET,+20
(3) Move to position to grasp workpiece (linear movement)...................................30 MVS PGET
(4) Grasp workpiece (hand close).......................................................................................40 HCLOSE 1
.......................................................................................50 DLY 1.0
Note)
(5) Move 20mm upward (linear movement).....................................................................60 MVS PGET,+20
Note)
(6) Move to 20mm upward position to place workpiece (joint movement) .......70 MOV PPUT,+20
(7) Move to position to place workpiece (linear movement) ...................................80 MVS PPUT
(8) Release workpiece (hand open)....................................................................................90 HOPEN 1
....................................................................................100 DLY 1.0
(9) Move 20mm upward (linear movement).....................................................................110 MVS PPUT,+20 Note)
(10) Move to wait position (joint movement) .................................................................120 MOV PWAIT
End...................................................................................................................................................130 END
Hand ・・・・ Up to four hands can be installed. However, in the above program, the 1st hand connected to
hand 1 is the target.
Fig.4-9 : Describing the program
CAUTION Note) Upward movement is designated at a position along the Z axis of the TOOL coor-
dinate system, and the direction is designated with the + and - signs.
Refer to the section on the TOOL JOG operation in the separate "Installation
Manual/ Robot arm setup and maintenance", and confirm the Z axis direction of
the TOOL coordinate system. Then, designate the correct sign (direction) that
matches the robot being used.
Designating the reverse direction could lead to interference with the peripheral
devices and damage.
Generally (in the default state), the hand retract direction is the "-" sign with the
vertical articulate type robot, and the "+" sign is the robot's upward direction with
the other robots.
4-48 Programming
4Basic operations
DEL
POS
CHAR + ←
Delete an input character
Programming 4-49
4Basic operations
4-50 Programming
4Basic operations
PR:1 ST:1 PR:1 ST:1 10) Press the [P] key while holding down the
LN:0 LN:0 [CHAR] key, and then release the [CHAR]
10 MOV 10 MOV P key.
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT "P" will be input.
-X
POS
CHAR + (J1)
SPACE PQR
Input "P"
PR:1 ST:1 PR:1 ST:1 11) Press the [W] key twice while holding down
LN:0 LN:0 the [CHAR] key, and then release the
10 MOV P 10 MOV PW [CHAR] key.
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT "W" will be input.
+B
POS
CHAR + (J5)
Input "W" 6 VWX
Programming 4-51
4Basic operations
MO.POS(PGET ) MO.POS(PGET ) 4) Press the [ADD] key while holding down the
X: +0.00 [STEP] key, and release only the [ADD] key.
Y: +0.00 The buzzer will sound a "beep", and a
Z: +0.00 ADDITION ? confirmation message will appear.
While holding down the [STEP] key, press the
MO.POS(PGET ) MO.POS(PGET ) [ADD] key again.
X: +0.00 X: +132.30 The buzzer will sound a "beep", and the
Y: +0.00 Y: +254.10 message "ADDING" will appear. Then, the
ADDITION ? Z: +32.00 current position will be registered.
◇◆◇ Changing between the command editing screen and position editing screen. ◇◆◇
The commands are edited on the command editing screen, and the positions are edited on the position editing
screen.
To change from the command editing screen to the position editing screen, press the [POS] + [ADD] keys.
To change from the position editing screen to the command editing screen, press the [COND] key.
4-52 Programming
4Basic operations
MO.POS(PWAIT ) MO.POS(PWAIT )
X: +0.00 X: +132.30
Y: +0.00 Y: +354.10
Z: +0.00 Z: +132.00
MO.POS(PWAIT ) PR:1 ST:1 1) Press the [COND] key, and display the
X: +132.30 LN:10 command editing screen.
Y: +354.10 10 MOV PWAIT
Z: +132.00 CODE EDIT
COND
Change to the command screen
2) While holding down the [FORWD] key, hold
PR:1 ST:1 PR:1 ST:2 down the [EXE] key.
LN:10 LN:20 The robot will start moving.
10 MOV PWAIT 20 MOV PGET
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT When the execution of one line is completed,
the robot will stop, and the next line will
+ INP appear on the screen.
FORWD
+ EXE If [EXE] is released during this step, the
Start of step execution
robot will stop.
CAUTION Take special care to the robot movements during operation. If any abnormality occurs,
such as interference with the peripheral devices, release the [EXE] key and stop the
robot.
Programming 4-53
4Basic operations
PR:1 ST:2 PR:1 ST:13 3) Carry out step operation up to the END
LN:20 LN:130 command at line No. 130, and confirm the
20 MOV PGET 130 END operation in the same manner.
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT If the robot operation or position is incorrect,
refer to the following operations and make
+ INP
+ corrections.
FORWD EXE
Start of step execution
PR:1 ST:1 PR:1 ST:7 2) Press the [7], [0] and [INP] keys. Line No. 70
LN:(70) LN:70 will appear.
10 MOV PWAIT 70 MOV PPUT,+20
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT
+A -C INP
(J4) (J6)
EXE
7 YZ_ 0 ABC
Input the line number
CAUTION Note) Upward movement is designated at a position along the Z axis of the TOOL coor-
dinate system, and the direction is designated with the + and - signs.
Refer to the section on the TOOL JOG operation in the separate "Installation
Manual/ Robot arm setup and maintenance", and confirm the Z axis direction of
the TOOL coordinate system. Then, designate the correct sign (direction) that
matches the robot being used.
Designating the reverse direction could lead to interference with the peripheral
devices and damage.
Generally (in the default state), the hand retract direction is the "-" sign with the
vertical articulate type robot, and the "+" sign is the robot's upward direction
with the other robots.
4-54 Programming
4Basic operations
PR:1 ST:7 PR:1 ST:7 4) Press the [DEL] key, and delete "OV". "M"
LN:70 LN:70 will remain displayed.
70 MOV PPUT,+20 70 M PPUT,+20
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT
DEL
←
Deleting a character
5) Hold down the [CHAR] key.
PR:1 ST:7 1.MOV 2.MVS The four commands assigned to "M" will
LN:70 3.MVC 4.MVR appear.
70 M PPUT,+20 70 M PPUT,+20
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT
POS
CHAR
Display the command list
6) Press the [2] key while holding down the
1.MOV 2.MVS 1.MOV 2.MVS
[CHAR] key, and select "MVS".
3.MVC 4.MVR 3.MVC 4.MVR
70 M PPUT,+20 70 MVS PPUT,+20
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT
-A
POS (J4)
CHAR + 2 GHI 7) Press the [INP] key, and set line No. 70. The
Select the "MVS" command
next line will appear on the screen.
PR:1 ST:7 PR:1 ST:8
LN:70 LN:80
70 MVS PPUT,+20 80 MVS PPUT
CODE EDIT CODE EDIT
INP
EXE
Set line 70
Line No. 70 has been changed to linear movement with the above operation.
Programming 4-55
4Basic operations
-A +C INP
(J4) ・ (J6)
EXE
2 GHI 5 STU
4-56 Programming
4Basic operations
JOINT LOW 3) Move the robot to the new wait position with
J1 +34.50 jog operation.
J2 +20.00
J3 +80.00
MO.POS(PWAIT ) MO.POS(PWAIT )
X: +132.30 X: +132.30 4) Press the [RPL] key while holding down the
Y: +354.10 Y: -284.10 [STEP] key, and release only the [RPL] key.
Z: +132.00 Z: +132.00 The buzzer will sound a "beep", and a
confirmation message will appear.
RPL RPL
STEP
+ ↓ ・ ↓
While holding down the [STEP] key, press the
MOVE [RPL] key again.
Correct the position
The buzzer will sound a "beep", and the
message "Replacing" will appear. Then, the
current position will be registered.
Programming 4-57
4Basic operations
CAUTION Before starting automatic operation, always confirm the following item. Starting
automatic operation without confirming these items could lead to property damage or
physical injury.
・ Make sure that there are no operators near the robot.
・ Make sure that the safety fence is locked, and operators cannot enter
unintentionally.
・ Make sure that there are no unnecessary items, such as tools, inside the robot
operation range.
・ Make sure that the workpiece is correctly placed at the designated position.
・ Confirm that the program operates correctly with step operation.
In the following explanation, automatic operation will be carried out with the controller.
Prepare the controller
DISABLE ENABLE 1) Set the T/B [ENABLE/DISABLE] switch to
"DISABLE".
T/B disable
MODE
TEACH
2) Set the controller [MODE] switch to "AUTO
(Op.)".
AUTO AUTO
(Op.) (Ext.)
Controller enable
CAUTION The servo will turn OFF when the controller's [MODE] switch is changed.
Note that axes not provided with brakes could drop with their own weight.
◇◆◇ Operations to change [MODE] switch without turning servo OFF ◇◆◇
(1) While holding down the deadman switch on the T/B, set the [ENABLE/DISABLE] switch to "DISABLE".
(2) While holding down the deadman switch on the T/B, set the controller [MODE] switch to "AUTO (Op.)".
(3) Release the T/B deadman switch.
4-58 Programming
4Basic operations
Display the program number Confirm that the program No. targeted for
automatic operation is displayed.
With the previous operation, the program was
UP created in program No. 1, so "P. 0001" will
STATUS NUMBER
appear.
DOWN
If the correct program No. is not displayed,
Select the program number press the [UP] and [DOWN] keys to display
the correct program No.
Start automatic operation
START END
5) After pressing the controller [START] switch,
press the [END] switch.
Start End with one cycle
The robot operation will start and will stop
after one cycle.
CAUTION When executing the work example given in "Fig. 4-6Example of work" on page 45,
always press the [END] switch and end the program after one cycle. If the [END]
switch is not pressed, the hand will interfere with the existing workpiece when it goes
to pale the workpiece in the second cycle.
CAUTION Before starting automatic operation, always confirm that the target program No. is
selected.
CAUTION Take special care to the robot movements during automatic operation. If any
abnormality occurs, press the [EMG. STOP] switch and immediately stop the robot.
Programming 4-59
5Maintenance and Inspection
0 Hr
Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
5 0 0 Hr Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
Daily inspection
1 0 0 0 Hr Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
1 5 0 0 Hr Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
Monthly inspection
Operating time
[Caution] According to the schedule on the above, when using the double shift, you should
make the inspections at half the regular intervals.
Before turning the power ON (Check the following inspection items before turning the power ON.)
1 Is there any abnormal movement or noise when the power was turned Refer to the Troubleshooting section and remedy.
ON?
During operation (Try moving with an original program.)
1 Check that the operation point is not deviated. If deviated, check the Refer to the Troubleshooting section and remedy.
following items.
1) Are any of the installation bolts loose?
2) Are the bolts at the hand installation section loose?
3) Is the position of the jigs, other than the robot, deviated?
4) If the positional deviation cannot be eliminated, refer to
"Troubleshooting", and remedy.
2 Is there any abnormal movement or noise? Refer to the Troubleshooting section and remedy.
(Visual)
1 Are any of the connector fixing screws or terminal block terminal Securely tighten the screws.
screws loose?
2 Is the controller filter (bottom side) dirty? Clean or replace with a new part.
Inspect, clean and replace the filter by refer to
(Visual) "5.3.1 Inspecting, cleaning and replacing the filter"
on page 62.
1 Is the fan motor of the controller protection box rotating normally? Clean the radiating fins by refer to "5.3.3 Cleaning
Are the radiating fins and fan free from dust and oil mist, and clean? the heat radiating fins of the controller protection
box (CR2A-MB)" on page 66.
1 Replace the backup battery in the controller. Exchange it referring to "5.3.2 Replacing the
battery" on page 63.
CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller
Filter
Filter plate
*The left figure shows the CR2A-572
controller for example. The RS-232C
connector is installed vertically as the
controller type is "CR2B-574".
M3 screw (two pieces)
Fig.5-2 : How to remove the filter
1) Remove the filter plate in the bottom of the front side of the controller by unscrewing the M3 screws (2
pcs.).
2) Remove the filter from the filter plate, and then remove dust and particles accumulated on the filter.
If the filter is heavily soiled, rinse it well with water and similar solution and dry it completely, or replace it
with a new one.
3) Attach the cleaned or new filter to the filter plate, and install it to the controller with the M3 screws (2 pcs.).
This completes the inspection, cleaning and replace of the filter for the CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
CAUTION The procedures for replacing the battery are described below.
If the system is used after the battery cumulative time over error (Error No. 7520)
occurs, the backup fault alarm will occur. If the backup fault alarm occurs, the con-
tents of the memory cannot be guaranteed, so save important program and position
data on a floppy disk using personal computer support software, etc.
CAUTION Replace the batteries for the controller and robot arm at the same time. Replace the
controller battery within 15 minutes after removing the old battery.
Note that the battery-change method differs, depending on the controller being
used. When the CR2-532 controller is used, refer to "(1) For the CR2-532 Control-
ler" on page 63. When the CR2A-572 controller is used, refer to "(2) For the CR2A-
572/CR2B-574 Controller" on page 64. When the CR2-532M controller is used,
refer to "(3) For the CR2-532M Controller" on page 65.
AUTO
(Ext.)
Rubber bush 5) Install the new battery into the battery holder.
Lower rear cover
Install so that the lead line come to the front.
6) Connect the new battery cable connector to
the connector removed in step "4)". Connect
so that the red lead line is at the top.
Connect the new battery within 15 minutes of
removing the old battery.
7) Return the upper rear cover, removed in step
"3)"
Battery Sandwich the power cable and grounding cable
with the rubber bushing installed on the lower
rear cover and upper rear cover. After install-
R6x2CPU(Rear side) ing, securely fix with the four screws.
Battery holder Install the chassis cover, removed in step
Battery connector
"2)", and fix securely with screws.
8) Initialize the battery consumption time. Always
Red carry out this step after replacing the battery,
and initialize the battery usage time.
Refer to the separate "Instruction Manual/
Detailed Explanation of Functions and Opera-
tions" for details on the initialization methods.
Black
Battery connector direction This completes the replace the battery of the
CR2-532 controller.
View from A
This completes the replace the battery of the
CR2A-572/CR2B-574 controller.
5.3.3 Cleaning the heat radiating fins of the controller protection box (CR2A-MB)
The following shows the procedure for cleaning the radiating fins:
Perform this cleaning by referring to Fig. 5-3.
(1) If the fins are soiled with dust and particles, blow them off using an air blower.
1) Remove the power wire of the relay terminal box inside the panel.
2) Remove the rear panel of the controller protection box from the main unit.
3) Remove the heat exchanger from the rear panel.
4) Remove the fan mounting plate from the rear panel, and then remove the fan.
5) Remove the cable(2pair) and grounding wire connected to the fan.
6) Blow off the exterior of the fins with an air blower.
(2) If dirt does not come off, clean the fins according to the following procedure:
1) Pour a neutral detergent over the exterior of the fins to clean.
2) Feed a dry cloth through the fins to remove dirt, and then air-dry them.
3) After the fins are completely dry, install the heat exchanger to the controller protection box in the reverse
order of the steps for removing it.
CAUTION When removing and/or installing the heat exchanger, pay extra attention as such
operations may cause injury by sharp corners of metal plates.
Air blow
during cleaning.
Rear panel
Grounding wire
CR2-532/CR2-532M controller
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