Manual

Maintenance 39
5 Maintenance
Overview
Following a routine maintenance schedule and procedures can prevent part degradation and ensure high
quality performance for every production run. Table 5-1 lists recommended maintenance procedures and
intervals that will help to ensure quality dispensing and optimize system performance. Basic procedures
are described later in this section.
WARNING! Before performing any of the maintenance procedures in this section, perform a
“Service Shutdown” as described in the Operation section.
WARNING! Maintenance procedures should be performed only by trained personnel.
Record Keeping
The type of procedure performed should be recorded in maintenance records for the dispensing system.
Dates, part numbers/serial numbers of replaced parts, names of technicians, and other pertinent data
should be recorded. This information can be used to coordinate PM activities with scheduled downtime.
Routine Maintenance Procedures
Table 5-1 Routine Maintenance Procedures
Part Activity Interval
Dispensing Area
Remove spilled fluids with the manufacturer’s recommended
solvent and a soft cloth. Remove any foreign objects from
the dispensing area and tooling rails.
Daily
Dispensing System Clean all surfaces using a clean cloth and isopropyl alcohol. Weekly
Water Trap
Check water level and empty if necessary. See “Draining the
Water Trap” in this section.
Weekly
Air Cylinders Check for Leakage. Monthly
XYZ Axis Linear
Guides
Lubricate. See “Lubricating the XYZ-Axis ” in this section. Every three months
Mechanical Drive
Cables
Lubricate. See “Lubricating the XYZ-Axis Cables” in this
section.
Every three months
Clean camera lens Use the cleaning kit provided. Every three months
Mechanical Drive
Cables
Tension. See “Tensioning the Cables” in this section. Every 6-12 months