MagnaTran 7.1 User’s Manual
Maintenance and Repair
MN-003-1600-00
Z Encoder Replacement
Brooks Automation
Revision 2.2
9-45
Z Encoder Replacement
NOTE:
It is not necessary to remove the robot to perform this repair procedure.
Required Tools
Performing the Z Board replacement procedure requires the following tools:
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Medium phillips head screwdriver
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Small flat head screwdriver
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M3 hex wrench
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Small Phillips head screwdriver
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4-40 (3/32”) hex wrench
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Loctite, removable strength, #242
Removal Procedure
WARNING
When equipment is off and power is secured per facilities lockout/
tagout procedure, the unit is classified as a Type 1 hazard category.
See
.
1.
Turn off power to the robot and disconnect the power and communications
connections to the robot.
DANGER
All power to the unit must be disconnected per the facilities’ lockout/
tagout procedure before servicing to prevent the risk of electrical
shock.
2.
Remove the protective covers as shown in
.