Internal Cleaning; Grease Suppiy; Applicable Grease - IAI ROBO Cylinder RCP2 Series Operating Manual

9.6

Internal Cleaning

• Wipe off dirt with a soft cloth.
• Do not use strong compressed air on the actuator as this may force dust into the crevices.
• Do not use petroleum-based solvent, neutral detergent or alcohol.
Caution: Do not use flushing oil, molybdenum grease or anti-rust lubricant.
When grease is soiled with a large amount of foreign substances, wipe off the dirty grease and
then apply new grease.
9.7 Grease Supply
9.7.1

Applicable Grease

[Other than Cleanroom Specification]
1) What Grease to Use on the Guides
The following grease is used when we ship the unit.
Idemitsu Kosan
Other companies also sell a grease similar to this. If ordering from another maker, give the name of this
product and request something comparable. Comparable products include the following:
Showa Shell Oil
Mobil Oil
(2) What Grease to Use on the Ball Screw
The following grease is used when we ship the unit.
This grease offers excellent properties such as low heat generation, and is suitable for lubricating ball
screws.
Kyodo Yushi
Caution: Never use any fluorine-based grease. It will cause a chemical reaction when mixed with a
lithium-based grease and may cause damage to the actuator.
Daphne Eponex Grease No.2
Albania Grease S2
UNIREX N2
Multemp LRL3
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