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4.6 Cleaning activities
4.6.1 Cleaning the IRB 390
General
To secure high uptime it is important that the IRB 390 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 390.
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.
Special cleaning considerations
This section specifies some special considerations when cleaning the robot.
• 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 methods
This following table defines what cleaning methods are allowed for ABB
manipulators depending on the protection type.
Cleaning method Protection
type
High pressure water or
steam Rinse with water Wipe with cloth Vacuum
cleaner
No No Yes
i
. Use light
cleaning deter-
gent on all sur-
faces except
the telescopic
shaft. Telescop-
ic shaft to be
wiped with dry
cloth.
Yes Standard
i
The robot contains moving mechanical contacts (e.g. seals). Naturally these contacts can release
wear particles and minor amounts of grease during their lifetime. Cleaning these areas as part of
the normal cleaning routine of the robot is recommended.
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4.6.1 Cleaning the IRB 390