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Operate the Real Arm · xArm 6 · Step 1 of 9

Prepare for Operation

Before the arm moves, you check that it is fit to run, that you know how to stop it, and that you are allowed to run it. Work through this page every time, not only the first time.

Read the Manufacturer's Instructions

  • Follow UFACTORY's instructions and the lab's safety procedures1.
  • For the xArm 6 these are UFACTORY's xArm hardware manual and the UFACTORY Studio user manual, which covers the xArm 6. Both are linked in this page's references23.
  • The xArm manual says each operator should read the user manual carefully and understand the arm's errors and how to solve them. Read Studio's Live Control and Error Handling chapters before your first run456.

Personal Protective Equipment

  • Wear all the protective equipment the lab requires1.
  • Ask lab staff what to wear before you begin17.
  • The arm and control box get hot in use: do not touch them while they run or just after8.

Inspect Before Each Use

The xArm manual says the arm and the whole system must be checked before each use9.

  1. The arm: it is properly and safely installed on a sturdy surface, its joints are fitted properly and its bolts are not loose101112.
  2. The tool: the five-cup suction tool is installed properly and safely1113.
  3. The cables: the power and communication cables between the arm and the control box, the network cable and the control box's power cable are properly connected14.
  4. The work area: there is room for the arm to move and nothing in its way, and nobody is inside its reach, including the reach of its tool111516.
  5. Utilities: the control box's power cable is connected, and all the circuits are checked1411.
  6. Safety: confirm current lab safety protocols are being followed1.

Warning

Do no maintenance, electrical work or internal troubleshooting unless you are specifically authorized17. Never connect or disconnect the arm cable while the arm is on mains power: it can give you an electric shock18.

The Emergency Stop

  • The xArm 6's emergency stop button is on its control box19.
  • Pressing it removes the arm's power within 300 ms19. The arm brakes slightly and falls, and a part it holds can drop2021.
  • The control box must sit outside the arm's working range, so that the button can be pressed in an emergency22.
  • Studio's STOP button is a software stop that leaves the power on. It is not an emergency stop23.

In an Emergency

  1. Press the emergency stop on the control box19.
  2. Stay clear of the arm and of anything under it2021.
  3. Tell lab staff, and leave the restart to them unless you are trained for it424.

Get Approval

  • Get the approval of an instructor or authorized lab staff before you begin. They supervise the run when required7.
  • Stop and ask for help whenever you are unsure of the arm's condition24.

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Provenance

References · 24

Each number in the text points here. Every entry states its confidence class in words and keeps its evidence one click away. How to read the labels.

Key to the badges
Confidence: Verified
A manufacturer or IntelliMake document says so, or it was observed directly. It does not mean anyone measured it at S6.
Confidence: Inferred
Reasoned from Verified facts. The reasoning is printed with the record.
Confidence: Assumed
Plausible but untested. The record says how it would be checked.
Kind: Gap
Not known. No figure or answer is given in its place.
Kind: Contradiction
Sources disagree. Both sides are shown, and the site does not pick one silently.
Kind: Recommendation
Project advice drawn from the records it cites. Not a fact about the machine and not a confidence class, so the filter never hides it.
Awaiting cell access
Awaiting cell access: could be confirmed or corrected once the physical S6 cell can be observed.
This project's simulation and agent design, not the physical cell
This project's simulation and agent design, not the physical cell.

  1. Confidence: Verifiedint-601

    The record says

    IntelliMake's laboratory rules for operating a Phase 1 Factory machine: do not operate one without the required training and authorization, follow the manufacturer's instructions and IntelliMake's laboratory safety procedures, and wear all the personal protective equipment required.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    Do not operate any machine without required training and authorization.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements', first item

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    Follow manufacturer instructions and IntelliMake laboratory safety procedures.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements', second item

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    Wear all required personal protective equipment.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements', third item

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

  2. Confidence: Verifiediface-502

    The record says

    The UFACTORY Studio user manual lists the xArm 6 among the models it applies to.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    Apply to model: xArm5, xArm6, xArm7, UFACTORY 850, Lite6.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 1. Preface · UFACTORY · 1. Preface, 'Apply to model'

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-21

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  3. Confidence: Verifiedres-511

    The record says

    The UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online) applies to the xArm 6. Studio lets users plan the arm's motion trajectory without programming skills. Suits beginners and novices learning to operate the arm without code.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    UFACTORY Studio allows users to plan the motion trajectory for the robotic arm without programming skills.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 1. Preface · UFACTORY · Section 1 Preface

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-21

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    xArm5, xArm6, xArm7, UFACTORY 850, Lite6.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 1. Preface · UFACTORY · Section 1 Preface, 'Apply to model'

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-21

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  4. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-505

    The record says

    The xArm manual says installation and commissioning need to be performed by professionals (the sentence stops after 'in accordance'), that operators must be trained to guarantee a correct operating procedure when using the SDK (Python, ROS, C++) and UFactory Studio, that each operator should read the user manual carefully, and that users should fully understand the standard operating procedures and the solutions to the arm's running errors.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    Please follow the instructions in this manual, installation, and commissioning needs to be performed by professionals in accordance

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, DANGER list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    The operator must be trained to guarantee a correct operation procedure when using SDK(Python/ROS/C++) and graphical interface UFactory studio.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, DANGER list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    Each operator who uses the robotic arm system should read the product user manual carefully. Users should fully understand the standardized operating procedures with the robotic arm, and the solution to the robotic arm running error.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.4 Personnel Safety, CAUTION [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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  5. Confidence: Verifiedops-701

    The record says

    In UFACTORY Studio's Live Control, the Recording panel plays and pauses a recorded trajectory and sets its playback speed and how many times it plays; creating a new recording turns Manual Mode on so the arm can be dragged by hand.

    Evidence · 5 citations

    1. Play: play the trajectory.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 4. Live Control · UFACTORY · 4.2 Recording, button list [general Studio text; the Studio manual applies to the xArm6] (read 2026-10-23, publisher's commit cf19147, unchanged since 2026-10-13; the page names no Studio or firmware version)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    2. Pause: pause the trajectory.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 4. Live Control · UFACTORY · 4.2 Recording, button list (read 2026-10-23, publisher's commit cf19147)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    3. Speed: set playback speed.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 4. Live Control · UFACTORY · 4.2 Recording, button list (read 2026-10-23, publisher's commit cf19147)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    4. Times: set playback times.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 4. Live Control · UFACTORY · 4.2 Recording, button list (read 2026-10-23, publisher's commit cf19147)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    Manual Mode will be turned on accordingly by clicking on the button, and the robotic arm can be dragged directly for trajectory recording.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 4. Live Control · UFACTORY · 4.2 Recording, 'Create New File' (read 2026-10-23, publisher's commit cf19147)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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  6. Confidence: Verifiedops-591

    The record says

    As UFACTORY's Studio manual read on 2026-10-13, the C31 row (abnormal current in the robotic arm) shows the robot's serial number, the joint with its theoretical and actual torque, the collision sensitivity, the TCP payload and center of mass, and the mounting direction, and gives one instruction: check whether the robot has collided.

    Evidence · 7 citations

    C31 | Abnormal current in the robotic arm.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31 [general Studio text; the Studio manual says it applies to the xArm6] (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232; the page names no Studio or firmware version)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    Robot SN: XXXXXXXXXXXX

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31, second line (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    Joint ID [x], theoretical torque is xx.xx N·m, actual torque is xx.xx N·m

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31, third line (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    Collision sensitivity x

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31, fourth line (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    TCP payload xx kg, center ofmass [0 ,0,0]mm

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31, fifth line (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    Mounting direction [xx°,xx°]

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31, sixth line (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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    Please check whether the robot collides

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 12. Error Handling · UFACTORY · 12.1 table, C31, last line (read 2026-10-13, publisher's commit e28e232)

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

    Open the source

  7. Confidence: Verifiedint-602

    The record says

    IntelliMake's laboratory requires an operator to get the approval of an instructor or authorized lab staff before operating a Phase 1 Factory machine, and an instructor or authorized lab staff supervises the operation when required.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    Obtain instructor or authorized lab personnel approval before beginning.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · '1. Prepare for Operation', fifth item

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    The instructor or authorized lab personnel must supervise the operation when required.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · '3. Operate the Machine', last paragraph

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

  8. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-517

    The record says

    The xArm manual says the arm and the Control Box generate heat during operation, and not to handle or touch them while in operation or immediately after operation. It also says never to stick fingers into the end-effector connector.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    The robotic arm and Control Box will generate heat during operation. Do not handle or touch the robotic arm and Control Box while in operation or immediately after the operation.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, HIGH TEMPERATURE [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    Never stick fingers to the connector of the end-effector.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, HIGH TEMPERATURE [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  9. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-506

    The record says

    The xArm manual says the integrity of the device and system must be checked before each use, and that preliminary testing and inspection of both the arm and the peripheral protection system before production is essential.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    The integrity of the device and system must be checked before each use (e. g. the operational safety and the possible damage of the robotic arm and other device systems).

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, DANGER list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

    Preliminary testing and inspection for both robotic arm and peripheral protection system before production is essential.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, DANGER list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  10. Confidence: Verifiedops-504

    The record says

    The xArm manual says the arm must be properly and safely installed on a shockproof and sturdy mounting surface with its bolts checked for tightness, and that the arm should be installed on a surface that can withstand at least 10 times the full torsion of the base joint and at least 5 times the weight of the arm.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    Make sure the arm is properly and safely installed in place. The mounting surface must be shockproof and sturdy.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.2.1 Safety Guidelines, DANGER [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

    To install the arm body, check that the bolts are tight.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.2.1 Safety Guidelines, DANGER [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    The robotic arm should be installed on a sturdy surface that is sufficient to withstand at least 10 times the full torsion of the base joint and at least 5 times the weight of the arm.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.2.1 Safety Guidelines, DANGER [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  11. Confidence: Verifiedops-501

    The record says

    The xArm manual says to make sure the joints and tools are installed properly and safely with all circuits checked, that there is enough space for the arm to move freely, and that there is no obstacle in its working space.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    Make sure the robotic arm’s joints and tools are installed properly and safely, and check the status for all circuits.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, CAUTION list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

    Make sure that there is enough space for the manipulator to move freely.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, CAUTION list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

    Make sure that there is no obstacle in the robotic arm’s working space.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, CAUTION list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  12. Confidence: Verifiedops-581

    The record says

    The xArm manual says to check the arm regularly for loosening bolts.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    Check the robotic arm regularly to prevent loosening of the bolts that may cause undesirable consequences.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.4 Personnel Safety, CAUTION [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  13. Confidence: VerifiedAwaiting cell accessint-528

    The record says

    The xArm 6 at S6 uses an attachment with five suction cups.

    Awaiting cell access: this could be confirmed or corrected once the physical S6 cell can be observed.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    6 uses a 5 suction-cup apperture

    Owner statements from 2026-09-24 onward (verbatim; S40 and later) · Derek Stringfellow · Statement S90

    Derek Stringfellow, project record · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-04

    Project copy; not published on this site.

  14. Confidence: Verifiedops-528

    The record says

    Before powering on the xArm, the manual says to make sure the power cable and communication wire between the Control Box and the arm, the network or RS-485 cable, and the Control Box power cable are all properly connected.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    Ensure the power cable and the communication wire are properly connected between the Control Box and the robotic arm.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.3 Power Supply for xArm [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

    Ensure the network cable or RS-485 cable is properly connected.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.3 [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

    Ensure the power cable for the Control Box is properly connected.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.3 [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  15. Confidence: Verifiedops-529

    The record says

    Before powering on, the xArm manual says to make sure the xArm will not hit any person or equipment within its working range.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    Ensure the xArm will not hit any personnel or equipment within the working range.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.3 Power Supply for xArm [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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  16. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-513

    The record says

    The xArm manual says a line should be drawn to mark the arm's range of motion, including the operating range of its end tools such as grippers and suction cups.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    A line should be drawn to mark the range of motion of the robotic arm to let the operator acknowledge the robotic arm, including its end tools (such as gripper and suction cup, etc) operating range.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.4 Personnel Safety, CAUTION [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  17. Confidence: Verifiedint-604

    The record says

    IntelliMake's laboratory rules ask the operator to confirm that guards, interlocks, emergency stops and safety zones are functional, to inspect the machine, tooling, work area, utilities and safety devices before operating, and not to do maintenance, electrical work or internal troubleshooting unless specifically authorized.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    Confirm that guards, interlocks, emergency stops, and safety zones are functional.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements'

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    Inspect the machine, tooling, work area, utilities, and safety devices.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · '1. Prepare for Operation', third item

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    Do not perform maintenance, electrical work, or internal troubleshooting unless specifically authorized.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements'

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

  18. Confidence: Verifiedops-502

    The record says

    To avoid electric shock, the xArm manual says not to connect or disconnect the arm cable while the arm is connected to external AC, and to make sure the external AC is disconnected when doing so.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    When connecting or disconnecting the arm cable, make sure that the external AC is disconnected. To avoid any electric shock hazard, do not connect or disconnect the robotic arm cable when the robotic arm is connecting with external AC.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.2.1 Safety Guidelines, WARNING [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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  19. Confidence: Verifiedcomp-519

    The record says

    The xArm's emergency stop button is on the control box. Pressing it sends a command for software deceleration, stops all activities of the arm and clears the cached commands in the control box; power to the arm is removed within 300 ms.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    By pressing the emergency stop button of the Control Box, a command will be sent to the Control Box for software deceleration to stop all activities of the robotic arm and clear all the cached commands in the Control Box;

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.1.2 Emergency Stop Button (chapter says 'Apply to Model: XF1305, XI1305, XS1305 (1305 Model)')

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    the power supply for the robotic arm will be removed within 300ms.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.1.2 Emergency Stop Button (chapter says 'Apply to Model: XF1305, XI1305, XS1305 (1305 Model)')

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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  20. Confidence: Verifiedcomp-520

    The record says

    When the xArm's emergency stop is pressed, the arm's posture will slightly brake and fall; the manual says the emergency stop should not be used as a risk reduction measure.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    The emergency stop should not be used as a risk reduction measure.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.1.2 Emergency Stop Button (chapter says 'Apply to Model: XF1305, XI1305, XS1305 (1305 Model)')

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    users need to press the emergency stop, and the posture of the robotic arm will slightly brake and fall.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 2. Hardware Installation · UFACTORY · 2.1.2 Emergency Stop Button (chapter says 'Apply to Model: XF1305, XI1305, XS1305 (1305 Model)')

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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  21. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-515

    The record says

    The xArm manual says to be careful when the arm is running too fast, and to be careful about items dropping because of an accidental power-off or unstable clamping by the arm.

    Evidence · 2 citations

    Be careful when the robotic arm is running too fast.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.4 Personnel Safety, CAUTION [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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    Be careful about dropping items that can be caused by accidental power off or unstable clamping of the robotic arm.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.4 Personnel Safety, CAUTION [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

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  22. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-525

    The record says

    The xArm manual says the Control Box must be placed outside the arm's working range so that the emergency stop button can be pressed in an emergency.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    The Control Box must be placed outside the working range of the robotic arm to ensure the emergency stop button can be pressed once an emergency occurs.

    UFACTORY xArm Hardware Manual (online), 1. Safety · UFACTORY · 1.3, CAUTION list [series text: names no single model]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-09-25

    Open the source

  23. Confidence: Verifiedsafety-548

    The record says

    The STOP button in UFACTORY Studio stops the arm immediately and clears all cached commands; Studio says it is a software stop and the power is still on.

    Evidence · 1 citation

    STOP: The robotic arm will stop immediately and clear all cache commands. It's a software stop, the power is still on.

    UFACTORY Studio User Manual (online), 4. Live Control · UFACTORY · 4.5 Enable & STOP button [general Studio text; the Studio manual says it applies to the xArm6]

    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13

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  24. Confidence: Verifiedint-603

    The record says

    IntelliMake's laboratory rules for a collaborative robot: verify the approved speed, payload, workspace and safety configuration before enabling motion; do not bypass safety devices or modify protected settings; and stop the machine and ask for help whenever its condition is uncertain.

    Evidence · 3 citations

    For collaborative robots, verify the approved speed, payload, workspace, and safety configuration before enabling motion.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements', collaborative robots

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    Do not bypass safety devices or modify protected settings.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements'

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

    Stop the machine and request assistance whenever its condition is uncertain.

    'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course · 'Safety Requirements'

    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23

    Project copy; not published on this site.

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  • 'Operate Your Machine': operating requirements and safety requirements for the Phase 1 Factory machines (course text as pasted by Derek, 2026-10-23) · IntelliMake Phase 1 Factory course (IntelliMake)
    IntelliMake course text, as pasted by Derek Stringfellow · Project-internal record · retrieved 2026-10-23 · cited by 4 records here · Project copy; not published on this site.
  • Owner statements from 2026-09-24 onward (verbatim; S40 and later) · Derek Stringfellow (project owner)
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    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13 · cited by 1 record here · Open the source
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    © UFACTORY · All rights reserved; quoted briefly as evidence · retrieved 2026-10-13 · cited by 2 records here · Open the source
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