3 Maintenance
3.3.12. Inspection, position switch axes 1, 2 and 3
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Inspection, position switches
The procedure below details how to inspect the position switch, axes 1, 2 and 3.
Location of position switches on page 168
to locate the different components
to be inspected.
Other tools and procedures may
be required. See references to
these procedures in the step-by-
step instructions below.
These procedures include
references to the tools required.
Equipment, etc.
Spare part no.
Note
Action
1.
DANGER!
Turn off all electric power, hydraulic and pneumatic pressure supplies to the robot!
For Foundry Prime robots: Do not turn off the air pressure to motors and SMB.
2. Check the position switch!
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Check that the rollers are easy to push in and that they roll freely.
3. Check the rail!
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Check that the rail is firmly attached with the attachment screws.
4. Check the cams!
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Check that the rollers has not caused any impressions on the cams.
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Check that the cams are clean. Wipe them if necessary!
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Check that the set screws holding the cams in position are firmly attached.
5. Check the protection sheets on axis 1!
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Check that the three sheets are in position and not damaged. Deformation can
result in rubbing against the cams!
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Check that the space inside the sheets is clean enough not to disturb the function
of the position switch.
6. If any damage is detected, the position switch must be replaced.
Continued
