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Translation of the original manual Assembly and Operating Manual AGE-Z Compensation Unit in Z-direction...
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Imprint Copyright: This manual is protected by copyright. The author is SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG. All rights reserved. Any reproduction, processing, distribution (making available to third parties), translation or other usage - even excerpts - of the manual is especially prohibited and requires our written approval.
Table of contents Table of contents General........................ 5 About this manual .................... 5 1.1.1 Presentation of Warning Labels ............... 5 1.1.2 Definition of Terms................... 6 1.1.3 Applicable documents ................ 6 Warranty ...................... 6 Scope of delivery .................... 6 Accessories ...................... 6 1.4.1 Accessories pack .................. 6 1.4.2 Sealing kit .................... 7 1.4.3 Sensors ..................... 7 Basic safety notes ....................
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Table of contents Assembly drawing.................... 24 Translation of original declaration of incorporation .......... 25 Annex to Declaration of Incorporation .............. 26 02.00 | AGE-Z | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389009...
General 1 General 1.1 About this manual This manual contains important information for a safe and appropriate use of the product. This manual is an integral part of the product and must be kept accessible for the personnel at all times. Before starting work, the personnel must have read and understood this operating manual.
• Catalog data sheet of the purchased product * • Assembly and operating manuals of the accessories * The documents marked with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded on our homepage schunk.com 1.2 Warranty If the product is used as intended, the warranty is valid for 24...
Designation Type Magnetic switch • Exact type designation of the compatible sensors see catalog. • Information on handling sensors is available at schunk.com or from SCHUNK contact persons. 02.00 | AGE-Z | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389009...
Use of unauthorized spare parts Using unauthorized spare parts can endanger personnel and damage the product or cause it to malfunction. • Use only original spare parts or spares authorized by SCHUNK. 02.00 | AGE-Z | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389009...
Basic safety notes 2.5 Ambient conditions and operating conditions Required ambient conditions and operating conditions Incorrect ambient and operating conditions can make the product unsafe, leading to the risk of serious injuries, considerable material damage and/or a significant reduction to the product's life span. •...
Basic safety notes 2.7 Personal protective equipment Use of personal protective equipment Personal protective equipment serves to protect staff against danger which may interfere with their health or safety at work. • When working on and with the product, observe the occupational health and safety regulations and wear the required personal protective equipment.
Basic safety notes 2.9 Malfunctions Behavior in case of malfunctions • Immediately remove the product from operation and report the malfunction to the responsible departments/persons. • Order appropriately trained personnel to rectify the malfunction. • Do not recommission the product until the malfunction has been rectified.
Basic safety notes WARNING Risk of injury due to uncontrolled movements! Due to faulty control the product can move uncontrolled and cause serious injuries. Do not reach into the movement range of the product during • commissioning, conversion and adjustment work. Observe the direction of rotation of the product when •...
Technical Data 3 Technical Data Size Weight [kg] 0.35 0.60 1.10 Operating pressure [bar] Min. Max. Compensation path in Z direction [mm] Ambient temperature [°C] Min. Noise emission [dB(A)] ≤ 70 Pressure medium Compressed air, compressed air quality according to ISO 8573-1:7 4 4 More technical data is included in the catalog data sheet.
Assembly and installation 4 Assembly and installation WARNING Risk of injury due to improperly carried out assembly! Improperly carried out assembly work can lead to severe injuries and property damage. Before beginning work, ensure sufficient assembly clearance. • Secure components from falling down or over. •...
Assembly and installation 4.1 Assembly example Assembly example Item Description Notes robot arm With interface according to DIN ISO 9409 Mounting screw (preassembled) AGE-Z compensation element AGE-Z compensation element Allen key For fastening the preassembled screws (2) 02.00 | AGE-Z | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389009...
Assembly and installation 4.2 Mechanical connection NOTICE Breakage due to faulty assembly possible! Note the max. depth of engagement robot or tool-side • (☞ table: permitted mountings, centering and screw tightening torque). Module mounting Type Robot interface AGE-Z 50 ISO 9409-1-50-4-M6 AGE-Z 63 ISO 9409-1-63-4-M6 AGE-Z 80...
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Assembly and installation The cylindrical pin required (35) is included in the accessory pack Accessories pack 6]. The mounting screws (26) are already shown preassembled in the module. The AGE can be centered using the cylindrical pin (35). Ø Fasten the AGE to the robot interface (☞ table below) by Ø...
Assembly and installation 4.3 Pneumatic connection NOTICE Observe the requirements for the air supply Technical Data 13]. Compressed air connection Extend connection B Retract connection A Hose connection A thread diameter Hose connection B thread diameter Further information on the hose-free direct connection contains the catalog data sheet.
– The assembly and operating manual and catalog datasheet are included in the scope of delivery for the sensors and are available at schunk.com. • Information on handling sensors is available at schunk.com or from SCHUNK contact persons. 4.4.1 Installing the MMS 22 magnetic switch...
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Assembly and installation Apply pressure to connection A. Compensation unit Ø retracted Product is retracted. ✓ Slide the sensor (1) into the groove (4). Ø Pull the sensor (1) back again slowly until it activates. Ø Secure the sensor (1) in this position using the set screw (3). Ø...
Troubleshooting 5 Troubleshooting Malfunction / fault occurring Possible cause / Corrective action The AGE-Z is leaking air at standstill Air connection not installed correctly. Unused air connections open. The AGE-Z is leaking air during operation The AGE-Z will have to be sent back to the production facility for inspection 02.00 | AGE-Z | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389009...
24] NOTICE Take care not to damage any seals during assembly. The complete sealing kit can be ordered from SCHUNK. Remove the pressure lines and cable connections. Ø Unscrew the screws (25) and remove robot flange (2); then Ø...
Maintenance 6.4 Servicing and assembling the product • Clean all parts thoroughly and check for damage and wear. Maintenance • Treat all greased areas with lubricant. Lubrication 22] • Oil or grease bare external steel parts. • Replace all wear parts / seals. Assembly Assembly takes place in the opposite order to disassembly.
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Assembly drawing 7 Assembly drawing The following figure is an example image. It serves for illustration and assignment of the spare parts. Variations are possible depending on size and variant. Wearing part, replace during maintenance. Included in the seal kit. Seal kit can only be ordered completely. Not for AGE-Z 63 Not for AGE-Z 50 and 63 02.00 | AGE-Z | Assembly and Operating Manual | en | 389009...
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8 Translation of original declaration of incorporation in terms of the Directive 2006/42/EG, Annex II, Part 1.B of the European Parliament and of the Council on machinery. Manufacturer/ SCHUNK GmbH & Co. KG Spann- und Greiftechnik Distributor Bahnhofstr. 106 – 134 D-74348 Lauffen/Neckar...
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Annex to Declaration of Incorporation 9 Annex to Declaration of Incorporation according 2006/42/EG, Annex II, No. 1 B 1.Description of the essential health and safety requirements pursuant to 2006/42/EC, Annex I that are applicable and that have been fulfilled with: Product designation Compensation Unit in Z-direction Type designation AGE-Z...
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Annex to Declaration of Incorporation Protection against mechanical hazards 1.3.5 Risks related to combined machinery 1.3.6 Risks related to variations in operating conditions 1.3.7 Risks related to moving parts 1.3.8 Choice of protection against risks arising from moving parts 1.3.8.1 Moving transmission parts 1.3.8.2 Moving parts involved in the process...
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Annex to Declaration of Incorporation Information 1.7.1 Information and warnings on the machinery 1.7.1.1 Information and information devices 1.7.1.2 Warning devices 1.7.2 Warning of residual risks 1.7.3 Marking of machinery 1.7.4 Instructions 1.7.4.1 General principles for the drafting of instructions 1.7.4.2 Contents of the instructions 1.7.4.3...
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