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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

 

2-jaw parallel gripper, electric, GEP9000 series 

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DDOC00190 / c

EN / 2020-02-03

Zimmer GmbH 

 Im Salmenkopf 5 

 

 77866 Rheinau, Germany 

 

 +49 7844 9138 0 

●  

 +49 7844 9138 80 

 www.zimmer-group.com

11. Maintenance

Maintenance-free operation of the gripper is guaranteed for up to 

30 million cycles

.

The maintenance interval may shorten under the following circumstances:

•  Dirty environment

• 

Improper use and use that does not comply with the power specifications.

• 

Ambient temperature of more than 60°C; lubricants harden faster!

Even though the gripper is, as mentioned, maintenance-free, perform a regular visual inspection to check for any corro-

sion, damage or contamination.

We recommend allowing maintenance and seal replacement to be carried out by Zimmer Customer Service. 

Dismantling and reassembling the gripper without authorization may result in complications, as special installation 

equipment is required in some cases.

Zimmer GmbH shall not be liable in the event of unauthorized dismantling and reassembling of the gripper or in the 

event of any malfunction or damage resulting from this.

12. Accessories/scope of delivery

INFORMATION:

If any accessories not marketed or authorized by Zimmer GmbH are used, the function of the gripper 

cannot be guaranteed.

The accessories from Zimmer GmbH are specifically fitted for the individual grippers.

Information on the corresponding optional accessories included in the scope of delivery can be 

found at 

www.zimmer-group.com

.

13. Transportation/storage/preservation

 

The transport and storage of the gripper must take place exclusively in the original packaging.

 

If the gripper has already been installed on the higher-level machine unit, it must be ensured during transport that 

no unintentional movements may take place. Before commissioning the machine after transport, check all power 

and communication connections as well as all mechanical connections.

 

If the product is stored for an extended period, the following points are to be observed:

 

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Keep the storage location as dust-free and dry as possible.

 

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Avoid temperature fluctuations/observe and adhere to the temperature range.

 

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Avoid wind/drafts/water condensation formation.

 

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Package the product.

 

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During storage, it must be kept from direct sunlight.

 

Clean all components. There must be no soiling left on the components.

 

Visually inspect all of the components.

 

Remove all foreign objects.

 

Properly remove potential corrosion spots.

 

Close electrical connections using suitable covers.

14. Decommissioning and disposal

INFORMATION:

If the gripper reaches the end of its operational phase, the gripper can be completely disassembled 

and disposed of. Disconnect the gripper from the power supply completely. The gripper can be disas-

sembled and properly disposed of according to material groups. When disposing of it, observe the 

locally applicable environmental regulations and codes and regulations for disposal.

Summary of Contents for GEP9000 Series

Page 1: ...INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GEP9000 series 2 jaw parallel grippers DDOC00190 THE KNOW HOW FACTORY www zimmer group com...

Page 2: ...190 c EN 2020 02 03 Zimmer GmbH Im Salmenkopf 5 77866 Rheinau Germany 49 7844 9138 0 49 7844 9138 80 www zimmer group com INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 jaw parallel gripper electric GEP900...

Page 3: ...ion 7 7 1 Safety notes 7 7 2 General installation information 7 7 3 Installing the gripper 7 7 4 Installing the gripper fingers 8 7 5 Installing accessories 8 8 Commissioning 9 8 1 Control 9 8 2 Flow...

Page 4: ...intained The grippers are not used for their intended purpose The local regulations legislation decrees guidelines such as the EC Machinery Directive accident prevention regulations and the assembly a...

Page 5: ...ding parts The gripper is not suitable for clamping workpieces during a machining process Direct contact with perishable goods food is not permitted 4 Personnel qualification Installation commissionin...

Page 6: ...cing the stroke NC is suitable for outside gripping and NO is suitable for inside gripping Fig 1 GEP9000 gripper Fig 2 Cutaway view of the GEP9000 gripper 6 1 Technical data INFORMATION For technical...

Page 7: ...General installation information The gripper must be installed on a mounting surface in accordance with the specifications for flatness Length 100 mm permitted flatness imperfection 0 02 mm Length 100...

Page 8: ...TICE Before installing the gripper fingers make sure they are of a suitable length for the selected gripper variant For more information refer to our website Zimmer Customer Service is available to pr...

Page 9: ...wer consumption during the movement of the gripper jaws is 5 A At resting position the power consumption of the gripper is 0 02A 8 2 Flow diagram NC Version 8 3 Flow diagram NO Version PIN Color Funct...

Page 10: ...y cable for defects Check the given current and voltage Send in the gripper for inspection Programmed gripper position is not recognized LED display flashes Workpiece tolerance outside of sensing rang...

Page 11: ...tion sensing is preset at the factory If necessary end positions can be reset by means of an automatic traversing routine For this purpose a signal 24 V must be applied to input 7 teach adjust for at...

Page 12: ...NSTRUCTIONS 2 jaw parallel gripper electric GEP9000 series 10 4 Status table NOTICE There is no signal while the coil is being energized and up until the position is stabilized Status Outputs LED disp...

Page 13: ...grippers Information on the corresponding optional accessories included in the scope of delivery can be found at www zimmer group com 13 Transportation storage preservation The transport and storage o...

Page 14: ...quirements No 1 1 2 No 1 1 3 No 1 1 5 No 1 3 1 No 1 3 2 No 1 3 4 No 1 3 7 No 1 5 1 No 1 5 3 No 1 5 4 No 1 6 4 No 1 7 1 No 1 7 3 We also declare that the specific technical documents were produced in a...

Page 15: ...ignation GEP9 series conform to the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2014 30 EU in its design and the version we put on the market The following harmonized standards have be...

Page 16: ...190 c EN 2020 02 03 Zimmer GmbH Im Salmenkopf 5 77866 Rheinau Germany 49 7844 9138 0 49 7844 9138 80 www zimmer group com INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 2 jaw parallel gripper electric GEP900...

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