Oriental motor EH Series Operating Manual

O P E R A T I N G M A N U A L
Electric Gripper EH Series 2-Finger Type
Actuator Edition
Introduction .............................................. 1
Safety precautions .................................. 1
Precautions for use ................................. 2
Preparation ................................................ 3
Installation ................................................. 4
Introduction
„ Before use
Only qualified personnel of electrical and mechanical engineering should
work with the product.
Use the product correctly after thoroughly reading the section "Safety
precautions." In addition, be sure to observe the contents described in
warning, caution, and note in this manual.
The product described in this manual has been designed and manufactured
to be incorporated in general industrial equipment. Do not use for any other
purpose. Oriental Motor Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damage caused
through failure to observe this warning.
„ Overview of the product
The electric gripper EH Series (hereinafter referred to as gripper) is an
actuator that a rack-and-pinion mechanism is combined with a motor.
Maintenance-free linear guides are used in the EH Series.
The AZ Series equipped with the mechanical multiple-rotation
absolute sensor (ABZO sensor) is used for the motor.
„ Related operating manuals
For operating manuals, download from Oriental Motor Website Download
Page or contact your nearest Oriental Motor sales office.
• EH Series 2-Finger Type OPERATING MANUAL
Actuator Edition (this document)
• AZ Series/Motorized actuator equipped with AZ Series
OPERATING MANUAL Function Edition
• Motorized actuator Electric gripper OPERATING MANUAL
Function Setting Edition*
* Be sure to read the operating manual "Function Setting Edition" which is
exclusively for electric gripper.
Refer to the operating manual of the driver for contents not described in
these manuals.
HL-17216-4
Connection ................................................ 7
Inspection and maintenance .............. 7
Troubleshooting ...................................... 7
Specifications ............................................ 7
Regulations and standards .................. 8
Thank you for purchasing an Oriental Motor product.
This Manual describes product handling procedures and safety precautions.
y Please read it thoroughly to ensure safe operation.
y Always keep the manual where it is readily available.
Safety precautions
The precautions described below are intended to prevent danger or injury
to the user and other personnel through safe, correct use of the product.
Use the product only after carefully reading and fully understanding these
instructions.
In regard to a gripper, it is prohibited to start operating the gripper (i.e., to
operate the device in accordance with the specified purpose) when the
machine in which the gripper is incorporated does not satisfy any relevant
safety standards. The factory safety manager or safety personnel in charge
of the applicable machine must ensure that the machine is operated only
by qualified personnel who are familiar with the operation of electronic
equipment, and thereby prevent injury or damage to the equipment. The
term "qualified personnel" refers to persons who have received the necessary
training or education and have pertinent experience; who are familiar with
the relevant standards, regulations, accident-prevention rules and inspection
conditions; who are authorized by the factory safety manager to engage
in the necessary activities; and who have the ability to discern and prevent
potential dangers.
Description of signs
Handling the product without observing the instructions
that accompany a "WARNING" symbol may result in
serious injury or death.
Handling the product without observing the instructions
that accompany a "CAUTION" symbol may result in injury
or property damage.
The items under this heading contain important handling
instructions that the user should observe to ensure the
safe use of the product.
Description of graphic symbols
Indicates "prohibited" actions that must not be performed.
Indicates "compulsory" actions that must be performed.
y Do not use the gripper in explosive or corrosive environments, in the
presence of flammable gases, locations subjected to splashing water,
or near combustibles. Doing so may result in fire or injury.
y Do not forcibly bend, pull, or pinch the cable. Doing so may result in
fire.
y Do not disassemble or modify the gripper. Doing so may result in
injury or damage to equipment.
y Never use the gripper in a medical device used in connection with
the maintenance or management of human life or health, or in a
transportation system whose purpose is to move or carry people.
y Be sure to provide a safety cage conforming to EN ISO 13857 to
prevent persons from entering the moving range of the gripper
while power is supplied to the gripper. Turn off the main power to
the driver before performing adjustment or inspection in which the
finger is moved manually. Failure to do so may result in injury.
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