Cleaning Activities; Cleaning The Crb 1100 - ABB CRB 1100 Product Manual

4 Maintenance

4.3.1 Cleaning the CRB 1100

4.3 Cleaning activities

4.3.1 Cleaning the CRB 1100
General
To secure high uptime it is important that the CRB 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
CRB 1100.
Special cleaning considerations
This section specifies some special considerations when cleaning the robot.
Cleaning methods
This following table defines what cleaning methods are allowed for ABB
manipulators depending on the protection type.
Protection
type
Standard
Cables
Movable cables need to be able to move freely:
168
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 remove any covers or other protective devices before cleaning the
robot.
Cleaning method
Vacuum
cleaner
Yes
• Remove waste material, such as sand, dust and chips, if it prevents cable
movement.
• Clean the cables if they have a crusty surface, for example from dry release
agents.
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Wipe with cloth Rinse with water
Yes. With light No
cleaning deter-
gent.
High pressure water,
steam or spray
No
Product manual - CRB 1100
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