User`s guide

Chapter 5: Maintenance
NOTE:The frequency of these procedures will depend on the particular system, its
operating environment, and amount of usage. Use the times in this table as
guidelines and modify the schedule as needed.
WARNING:Lockout and tagout power before servicing.
WARNING:The procedures and replacement of parts
mentioned in this section should be performed only by
skilled or instructed persons, as defined in the Adept
Robot Safety Guide. The access covers on the robot are not
interlocked – turn off and disconnect power if covers or
the eAIB will be removed.
5.3 Checking Safety Systems
These tests should be done every six months.
1.
Test operation of:
l
E-Stop button on Front Panel
l
E-Stop button on pendant
l
Enabling switch on pendant
l
Auto/Manual switch on Front Panel
NOTE:Operating any of the above switches should disable high power.
2.
Test operation of any external (user-supplied) E-Stop buttons.
3.
Test operation of barrier interlocks, etc.
5.4 Checking Robot Mounting Bolts
Check the tightness of the base mounting bolts after one week, and then every 6 months.
Tighten to 85 N·m (63 ft-lb). Also check the tightness of all cover plate screws.
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