Operating Environment; Maintenance - SMC Networks MGC Seires Operation Manual

13. Operating Environment

1) Do not use in an atmosphere containing corrosive gases, chemicals, sea water, water, or water
vapor as the generation of rust, corrosion, etc., may occur as a result. Direct contact with the
above must also be avoided.
About plated carbon steel machining
The long machined parts (end threads of piston rods, double-sided chamfer portions, tie rod threads, etc.) are
not plated. Consider a made-to-order product (-XC6□) if the product is to be used in an environment where the
generation of rust or corrosion will be a problem.
2) Do not expose the product to direct sunlight for an extended period of time.
3) Do not use in a place subject to heavy vibration and/or shock.
4) Do not mount the product in locations where it is exposed to radiant heat
5) Do not use in dusty locations or where water, oil, etc., splash on the equipment.
Use the heavy duty scraper type (-XC4) in situations where there is a lot of dust.
Use a water-resistant cylinder when there is splashing or spraying of a liquid. (Available as a special.)
6) When using auto switches, do not operate in an environment with strong magnetic fields.
7) A decrease in the base oil of grease may be accelerated by the properties of the compressed air
used in pneumatic equipment, the external environment, operating conditions, etc., and the
resulting drop in lubricating performance may have an effect on the equipment's service life.
1) Internal lubricant or the base oil of grease may seep out of the cylinder depending on the
operating conditions. Take great care when a clean environment is required.

14. Maintenance

1) Perform maintenance and inspection according to the procedures indicated in the
operation manual.
If handled improperly, human injury and/or malfunction or damage of machinery and equipment may occur.
2) Maintenance work
f handled improperly, compressed air can be dangerous.
Assembly, handling, repair, and element replacement of pneumatic systems should be performed by a
knowledgeable and experienced person.
3) Drain flushing
Remove drainage from air filters regularly.
4) Removal of equipment, and supply/exhaust of compressed air
Before components are removed, first confirm that measures are in place to prevent workpieces from dropping,
run-away equipment, etc. Then, cut off the supply pressure and electric power, and exhaust all compressed air
from the system using the residual pressure release function.
When machinery is restarted, proceed with caution after confirming that appropriate measures are in place to
prevent sudden movement.
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