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Inspection, oil level axis 4
The procedure below details how to inspect the oil level of the gearbox, axis 4.
WARNING
Changing and draining gearbox oil may require handling hot oil of up to 90 °C!
Make sure that protective gear like goggles and gloves are always worn during
this activity.
Also, be aware of possible pressure build up in gearbox! When opening the oil
plug, there may be pressure present in the gearbox, causing oil to spray from
the opening!
WARNING
When filling gearbox oil, do not mix different types of oil as this may cause severe
damage to the gearbox! Always use the type of oil specified by the manufacturer!
If the oils are mixed, the gearbox must be thoroughly rinsed! Contact ABB for
further instructions!
Info/Illustration Action
Move the upper arm to a horizontal position (calibra-
tion position). 1
Shown in the figure Location
of oil plugs, axis 4 on
page 115
.
Remove the upper oil plug, filling . 2
Required oil level: 4 mm to the edge of the oil plug
hole. 3
Where to find type of oil and
total amount is detailed in
Type and amount of oil in
gearboxes on page 114
.
Fill with lubricating oil , if necessary. 4
Refit the oil plug. 5
Inspection, oil level axis 5 and 6 (all robot versions)
The procedure below details how to inspect the oil level of wrist unit, axis 5 and 6
for all robot versions.
Note/Illustration Action
Move the robot to the calibration position. 1
Shown in the figure Location
of oil plugs, axes 5 and 6 (all
robot versions) on page 116
.
Remove one of the oil plugs, draining at the rear of
the wrist.
2
Required oil level: on level with the edge of the oil
plug hole. 3
Where to find type of oil and
total amount is detailed in
Type and amount of oil in
gearboxes on page 114
.
Fill with lubricating oil , if necessary 4
Refit the oil plug. 5
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