Manual, Compliant Reciprocating Tool, CRT Series
Document #9610-50-1028-04
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4. Operation
These operating instructions are intended to help system integrators program, start up, and set up a robotic
reciprocating cell containing a reciprocating tool. The system integrator should be familiar with the task of
reciprocating and have extensive knowledge about automation applications that incorporate robots.
4.1 Safety Precautions
DANGER:
Never use the CRT for purposes other than robotic deburring. If used in any
other way, serious injury or damage to equipment may occur.
DANGER:
Never use the CRT as a hand‑held machine. If used in this way, serious
injury or damage to equipment will occur.
WARNING:
All personnel involved in the operation of the reciprocating tool, should
have a thorough understanding of the operating procedures. Failure to follow these
procedures or neglecting safety precautions can create hazardous situations that may
injure personnel or damage the reciprocating installation and the CRT.
WARNING:
Never operate the CRT product without wearing hearing protection.
High sound levels can occur during cutting. Failure to wear hearing protect
can cause hearing impairment. Always use hearing protection while working in
proximity of the CRT.
WARNING:
Never operate the CRT product without wearing eye protection.
Flying debris can cause injury. Always use eye protection while working in the
neighborhood of the CRT.
CAUTION:
Do not use files that are rated for less than the speed of the CRT. Using
lower speed files, may cause injury or damage equipment. Always use files rated for at
least the speed of the CRT that is being used.
CAUTION:
Never be present near the CRT while it is started or in operation. Flying
debris and rotating parts can cause injury. If it is necessary to approach the CRT while
in motion, stand behind appropriate Plexiglas or Lexan windows. Provide a barrier to
prohibit people from approaching the CRT while in operation.
CAUTION:
Never use or start the CRT without first reading and understanding the
operating procedures described in this manual. Never use the CRT for any purposes,
or in any ways, not explicitly described in this document. Using the deburing tool
without fully understanding the installation and operating procedures may cause
injury to personnel or damage to equipment. Mount the CRT and connect the
pneumatic control equipment as described in this manual. Operate the CRT as
described in the manual.