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1.2.2 Air purge piping
WARNING
BE SURE TO TURN THE CONTROLLER POWER AND THE AIR SUPPLY OFF BEFORE PERFORMING PIPING WORK.
The R6YXGP500, R6YXGP600, R6YXGHP600, R6YXGP700, R6YXGP800, R6YXGP900, R6YXGP1000 models are
equipped with an air supply port (for air purging) at the X and Y axis joint areas on the rear face of the base. This air
purging keeps dust out of the joint areas. The specifications are given below.
Maximum pressure 0.58MPa (6Kgf/cm 2 )
Outer diameter × inner diameter 6mm × 4mm
Fluid Dry clean air not containing deteriorated compressor oil; filtration 40μm or less
Be sure to connect the air supply and use the air purge function. Failing to do so may allow water and dust to enter the
joint areas in some environments. Adjust the air to a pressure which suitable for keeping out water and dust. Use the air
flow controller on the base's rear face to adjust the air flowrate.
WARNING
INSTALL THE AIR PURGE TUBING SO IT WILL NOT BECOME AN OBSTRUCTION THAT MIGHT CAUSE INJURIES IF
PEOPLE STUMBLE ON IT AND FALL.
CAUTION
Install the air purge tubing so it will not obstruct robot movement.
Air purge piping
R6YXGP500, R6YXGP600, R6YXGHP600, R6YXGP700, R6YXGP800, R6YXGP900, R6YXGP1000
For air purging at X and Y axis joints ( 6) (2 locations)