Cleaning Activities; Cleaning The Irb 1100 - ABB Robotics IRB 1100 Product Manual

4.3 Cleaning activities

4.3.1 Cleaning the IRB 1100

General
To secure high uptime it is important that the IRB 1100 is cleaned regularly. The
frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in which the manipulator works.
Different cleaning methods are allowed depending on the type of protection of the
IRB 1100.
Special cleaning considerations
This section specifies some special considerations when cleaning the robot.
Cleaning methods
These following table defines what cleaning methods are allowed for ABB
manipulators depending on the protection type.
Protection
type
Standard
Product manual - IRB 1100
3HAC064992-001 Revision: C
Note
Always verify the protection type of the robot before cleaning.
WARNING
Turn off all electrical power supplies to the robot before starting the cleaning.
• Always use cleaning equipment as specified. Any other cleaning equipment
may shorten the life of the robot.
• Always check that all protective covers are fitted to the robot before cleaning.
• Do not point the water jet at connectors, joints, sealings or gaskets.
• Do not use compressed air to clean the robot.
• Do not use solvents that are not approved by ABB to clean the robot.
• Do not spray from a distance closer than 0.4 m.
• Do not remove any covers or other protective devices before cleaning the
robot.
Cleaning method
Vacuum
cleaner
Yes
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4.3.1 Cleaning the IRB 1100
High pressure water or
steam
No
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