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7.6 Cleaning the motor units and gear units
WARNING
Turn off all electrical power supplies to the manipulator before entering its work
space.
General
To secure high uptime it is important that the motor units and gear units is cleaned
regularly. The frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in which the
product works.
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.
• Never point the water jet at connectors, joints, sealings, or gaskets.
• Do not use compressed air to clean the robot.
• Never 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
The following table defines what cleaning methods are allowed.
Note Cleaning method
Yes Vacuum cleaner
Yes. With light cleaning detergent. Wipe with cloth
Yes. It is highly recommended that water contains a rust pre-
vention solution and that the robot is dried afterwards. Rinse with water
No High pressure water or
steam
Cables
Movable cables need to be able to move freely:
• 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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7.6 Cleaning the motor units and gear units