This guide helps identify common cobot welding problems and provides troubleshooting steps. Always follow your equipment manual and safety procedures. If you are unsure about any step, contact qualified support before proceeding.
Before Troubleshooting
- Stop the system safely and power down
- Record the alarm code and error message
- Check power connections and cables
- Verify gas supply and wire feed
- Keep personnel clear of the work area
- Never bypass safety devices or interlocks
Welding Machine Problems
- Verify machine connection and communication
- Check parameters are within valid range
- Troubleshoot arc start failure
- Troubleshoot arc end failure
- Validate welding machine settings
- Ensure configuration sync with cobot
Cobot Problems
- Check cobot connection and status
- Verify power supply to cobot
- Resolve communication errors
- Troubleshoot movement failure
- Check for protective stops
- Verify load and payload settings
- Confirm motion is within range limits
TCP and Tool Settings
- Ensure valid TCP is selected
- Check if default TCP is being used
- Verify TCP values are not empty or zero
- Confirm torch position is correct
- Validate tool orientation settings
Temperature and Hardware
- Check cooling system operation
- Monitor high-load operation conditions
- Inspect for unusual heat or odors
- Review hardware error logs
- Contact support for persistent issues
Sensors and Automatic Operation
- Verify sensor communication
- Check job number and program selection
- Troubleshoot arc detection issues
- Review paused or stopped tasks
- Validate path and trajectory
- Re-teach waypoints if necessary
When to Contact Support
- Alarm recurs after troubleshooting
- Emergency stop is triggered repeatedly
- Unexpected or erratic movement occurs
- Poor weld quality persists
- Unresolved hardware or software errors
Collision Alarm
- Stop the system immediately and safely
- Check for physical interference or obstructions
- Follow equipment manual for collision recovery
- Move cobot to a safe position manually if needed
- Contact qualified support for recurring collisions
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