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Herkules 01 Herkules 1 Linear actuator Operating instructions Please take care of the operating instructions! 04/2016, TN: 2010853...
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Translation from the original German version. All other documents in different languages are translations of the original version. Subject to change without notice. All rights reserved in the event of registrati-on of patents, working models or design patents.
Table of contents Table of contents General ....................3 Information relating to the installation instructions ........... 3 Standards and guidelines ................. 3 Intended use ..................... 3 Foreseeable misuse ..................4 1.5 Warranty and liability ..................4 Customer service of the manufacturer ............. 5 Safety ....................
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Table of contents 4.4.2 Adjustment of limit switches ................21 4.4.3 Operation of unit ..................... 22 General dimension drawing, Herkules 01............23 General dimension drawing, Herkules 1............24 Declaration of incorporation ............25 Waste disposal ................. 26 Scrapping ....................... 26...
General General Information relating to the installation instructions The classification of the contents is based on the life stages of the linear drive (here- inafter referred to as the “device”). The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to the technical specifications stated in these installation instructions. In detail these can differ from the respective version of the device without the factual information being fundamentally changed and without losing their validity. The cur- rent status of the technical specifications can be requested from the manufacturer at any time. Any claims arising from this cannot be asserted. Deviations from the text and pictorial statements are possible and are dependent on the technical develop- ment, equipment and accessories of the device.
General If a direct or indirect hazard to personnel cannot be ruled out, additional meas- ures (e.g. covers, barriers, etc.) must be taken in order to minimise the potential risk accordingly. The operator alone is liable for any damage arising from the non-intended use of the device. The manufacturer assumes no liability for personal injury or dam- age to property caused through misuse or procedural errors, improper operator control or improper start of operation. The device must be operated only by trained and authorized skilled personnel subject to compliance with all safety notices and directions.
Customer service of the manufacturer The device may be repaired only by the manufacturer in the event of a fault. The address for sending in the device to the customer service department can be found on the inside of the back cover. If you have not purchased the device directly from elero, please contact the manufacturer of the machine or the supplier of the device. Mechanically secure the machine before dismantling the device. The device must not be separated from the machine by force.
Safety Safety General safety notices and directions These installation instructions contain all the safety notices and directions that must be observed in order to avoid and prevent dangers when working with the device in the individual life cycles. Safe use of the device is guaranteed when all the specified safety notices and directions are complied with. 2.1.1 Formulation of the safety notices and directions The safety notices and directions in this document are marked with safety sym- bols and formulated in accordance with the SAFE principle. They contain speci- fications relating to the type and source of danger, the possible consequences, as well as the prevention of the danger. The following table defines the representation and description of the levels of danger with possible physical injury, as used in these installation instructions.
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Safety The following table describes the symbols used in these installation instructions for the graphic display of danger situations in connection with the symbol for the danger level. Symbol Meaning Danger due to an electrical voltage, electric shock: This symbol refers to dangers associated with electrical currents. Danger of crushing and killing people: This symbol refers to dangers due to which the entire body or individual limbs can become crushed or injured. The following table defines the representation and description used in the instal- lation instructions for situations in which damage can occur to the product or draws attention to important facts, statuses, tips and information.
Safety Safety principles The device is built according to state-of-the-art technology and the generally accepted rules of safety and it is safe to operate. The basic safety and health requirements of the applicable laws, standards, directives and guidelines have been applied in the construction of the device. The safety of the device is con- firmed by the Declaration of Incorporation. All specifications pertaining to safety relate to the currently valid regulations of the European Union. In other countries it must be ensured by the plant operator that the applicable laws and national regulations are complied with. In addition to the safety notices and directions in these installation instructions, the generally applicable regulations regarding accident prevention and environ- mental protection must be observed and complied with. The device must only be used when in perfect working order, for its intended use, and in compliance with the safety notices and directions in these installa- tion instructions.
Safety General duties of the plant operator The plant operator is obligated to use the device only in perfect and opera- ❏ tionally safe condition. He must ensure that, in addition to the safety notices and directions in the installation instructions, the generally accepted safety and accident prevention regulations, the specifications of DIN VDE 0100 and the provisions relating to environmental protection of the respective country of use, are heeded and complied with. The plant operator is responsible that all work with the device is performed ❏ only by trained, safety instructed and authorized personnel. Ultimately responsible for accident-free operation is the plant operator of the ❏ device or the personnel authorized by the plant operator.
Safety Safety notices and directions relating to the technical condi- tion The device must be checked before installation for damage and proper ❏ condition. The plant operator is obligated to operate the device only in perfect and ❏ operationally safe condition. The technical condition must comply with the legal requirements at all times. If dangers to personnel or changes in operating behaviour are recognized, ❏...
Safety Safety instructions relating to operation The operator of the device is obligated to ensure the safe and proper state ❏ of the device before the initial start of operation. This is also necessary during operation of the device at regular intervals to ❏ be determined by the plant operator. In the event of a fault, misuse and/or if control components are not con- ❏...
Product description Product description General The device is an electromechanical linear drive. It performs linear movements. Fig. 1 Components of the device Connection cable Fastening on housing side Housing cover on motor side Limit switch setting screws Fastening on piston side Product variants The device can be obtained in various configurations.
All information in this section relates to an ambient temperature of 20°C. 3.3.1 Summary of the technical parameters Technical specifications Herkules 01 Herkules 1 Rated voltage 400 V 3 AC, 50 Hz Force, dynamic up to 30.000 N up to 50.000 N Force, static up to 30.000 N...
Product description 3.3.2 Information relating to the self-locking facility WARNING Danger of injury through loss of the self-locking facility. Crushing and fatal injuries are possible. • Use device with a brake. CAUTION Possible damage to the device or customer’s machine through loss of the self- locking facility. • Use device with a brake. With the devices it is differentiated between dynamic and static self-locking. Dy- namic self-locking arises from movement and static self-locking when the device is at a standstill. The self locking facility on the devices is dependent on various...
Installation Installation WARNING Danger of injury due to weathering influences. The skin may suffer frostbite or burns. • Wear personal protective equipment. WARNING Danger of injury due to incorrectly dimensioned mountings. Crushing and fatal injuries are possible. • U se only fastening materials that are suitable for the dimensions of the mountings. • T he counter-mountings (provided by customer) must be rated at least for the forces for which the device was designed. • The device is not secured against rotation. The counter-supports (customer- provided) must be capable of absorbing the torsional forces generated by the device.
Installation CAUTION Damage to the device due to the connecting rod jamming. • The linear path of the piston must be freely moveable at all times. • The pivoting range of the device must be kept free. CAUTION Damage to the device due to loss of the support and holding function. • Pay attention to static loads. CAUTION Damage to the device due to faulty electrical connection.
Installation Electrical connection WARNING Danger of life-threatening injury due to faulty electrical connection. Electric shock possible. • Check the proper connection of the PE conductor prior to initial start of ope- ration. CAUTION Damage to the device due to faulty electrical connection. • Take note that the motor, control system and options can have different con- nection voltages. CAUTION Damage to the device due to mishandling. • Operation is not permitted without connecting the limit switches to the control system. Evaluation for the limit switches must be guaranteed at all times.
When using one of these options, the limit stop of the device must be effected by customer-provided, externally installed limit switches or other suitable measures, making allowance for the permissible movement range. They are not included in the scope of delivery of elero. 4.3.1 Optional brake CAUTION Damage to the device due to incorrect connection of the brake.
Installation 4.3.3 Optional shaft encoder The integrated shaft encoder supplies information about the movement of the connecting rod. Please refer to the following table for the parameters necessary for operation. Electrical parameters Output switching Push-pull Rated voltage (U 5 – 24 V DC Current consumption (no load) max. 50 mA Permissible load per channel max.
Installation Mechanical limit switch You will require a suitable Allen key (size 5) to adjust the limit switches 4.4.1 Permissible adjusting range of limit switches CAUTION Risk of damage to unit by exceeding permissible range of adjustment. • T he "retracted" and "ejected" limit switches must not be adjusted any more than 25 mm in the direction of stroke reduction. Fig. 2 Permissible stroke reduction End position "Moved out" End position "Moved in"...
Installation 4.4.2 Adjustment of limit switches CAUTION Risk of damage to unit by incorrect limit switch adjustment. • Before adjusting the limit switches, the piston rod must be moved several centimetres away from the position to be set. Factory setting: The limit switches have been preset to the dimensions defined in the order con- firmation. If any other dimensions are required, proceed as described below. The two adjusting screws are on the housing cover on the motor side. Even the smallest turn of the limit switch setting can result in considerable changes to the stroke depending on the ratio.
Installation Adjustment of limit switch „ejected“ (setting screw 1) Stroke reduction: Turn in direction of "–" Limit switch position is moved MINUS in direction of "retracted". (Piston rod ejects less no- tably) Stroke reduction: Turn in direction of "+" Limit switch position is moved PLUS in direction of "ejected".
Declaration of incorporation Declaration of incorporation The complete declaration of incorporation can be downloaded from our website: www.elero-linear.de/downloads.
Waste disposal Scrapping When scrapping the device, comply with the internationally, nationally and re- gionally specific laws and regulations valid at that point in time. Ensure that the recycling capability, dismantling capability and separation capa- bility of the materials and subassemblies as well as the environmental and health dangers are all taken into consideration for the recycling and waste dis- posal. Material groups, such as plastics and metals of different types, must be sorted before submitting to the recycling and waste disposal process. Disposal of waste electrical and electronic components The disposal and recycling of waste electrical and electronic components must take place in compliance with the relevant laws and national regulations.
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