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Periodic inspection
2.
Periodic inspection
The PHASER series robots use a linear motor and a linear guide with ball retainer, and
require little user maintenance. However, perform the following daily and periodic
inspections.
2.1
Daily inspection
The following inspections must be performed every day before and after operating the robot.
(1)
Inspection to be performed with the controller power turned off
1) Turn off the controller power.
2) Place a sign indicating the robot is being inspected, to keep others from operating
the controller power.
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3) Enter the safety enclosure and check the following points.
Cables and
connectors
Shutter
Motor
(2)
Inspection to be performed with the controller power turned on
1) Check that no one is inside the safety enclosure, and then turn on the controller
power.
2) Place a sign indicating that the robot is being adjusted or serviced in order to
keep any other person from operating the controller, programming box or Handy
Terminal, and the operation panel, etc.
3) Check the following points from outside the safety enclosure.
Safety enclosure or fence
Emergency stop device
Robot movement
Z-axis brake operation *1
*1: Visually check the Z-axis movement from outside the safety enclosure by pressing
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the emergency stop button and also by turning off the controller.
Check item
Check for scratches, damages and
excessively tight bends.
Check scratches and dents. (Refer to
"3. Replacing the shutter".)
Check for unusual vibration and noise,
and for abnormal temperature rise.
Check item
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Check if the safety enclosure or fence is in place.
Check if emergency stop is triggered when the door is
opened.
Check if warning labels are affixed at the entrance.
Press the emergency stop button to check if it works.
Check for abnormal movement and excessive vibration
and noise. (Contact us if any abnormal operation is
found.)
Check if the brake works to stop the Z-axis from dropping
more than 3mm from the stationary point. (Contact us if
any abnormal operation is found.)
Note
Consult us if
damages or abnormal
conditions are found.
Using the duty
monitor, check that
the duty ratio is less
than 100%.
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