7. Maintenance and Repair
You can access the Service Manual (http://www.universal-robots.com/support) for more on how
to perform inspections.
Inspection action type
1
Check blue lids*
2
Check flat rings
3
Check robot cable
4
Check robot cable connection
V = Visual inspection
7.3.2. Robot Arm Visual Inspection
NOTICE
Using compressed air to clean the robot arm can damage the robot arm
components.
• Never use compressed air to clean the robot arm.
1. Move the robot arm to the Zero position, if possible.
2. Turn off the robot and disconnect the power cable from the Control Box.
3. Inspect the cable between the Control Box and robot arm for any damage.
4. Check the base mounting bolts are properly tightenend.
5. Inspect the flat rings for wear and damage.
• Replace the flat rings if they are worn or damaged.
6. Inspect the blue lids on all the joints for any cracks or damage.
• Replace the blue lids if they are cracked or damaged.
7. Inspect the screws used to secure the blue lids.
User Manual
V
V
V
V
* = Must also be checked after heavy collision
Timeframe
Monthly
Biannually
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57
Annually
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