Manual, Robotic Electric Tool Changer, QC‑18
Document #9620‑20‑B‑18 Electric Tool Changer‑06
Pinnacle Park • 1031 Goodworth Drive • Apex, NC 27539 • Tel: 919.772.0115 • Fax: 919.772.8259 •
B-22
US Patent No.: 8,132,816 B2
5. Troubleshooting and Service Procedures
The following section provides troubleshooting and service information to help diagnose conditions and repair the
Tool Changer or control module.
WARNING:
Do not perform maintenance or repair(s) on the Tool Changer or modules unless
the Tool is safely supported or placed in the tool stand, all energized circuits (for example:
electrical, air, water, etc.) are turned off, pressurized connections are purged and power
is discharged from circuits in accordance with the customer specific safety practices and
policies. Injury or equipment damage can occur with the Tool not placed and energized
circuits on. Place the Tool in the tool stand, turn off and discharge all energized circuits,
purge all pressurized connections, and verify all circuits are de-energized before performing
maintenance or repair(s) on the Tool Changer or modules.
5.1 Troubleshooting Procedures
The troubleshooting table is provided to assist in diagnosing issues that may cause the Tool Changer not to
function properly.
Table 5.1—Troubleshooting
Symptom
Cause
Resolution
Unit will not lock
or unlock
Debris caught between Master and
Tool plates
Clean debris from between Master and Tool plates. Verify
mounting fasteners are secure and does not protrude above
mating surfaces.
Ball bearings and/or cam are not
moving freely in male coupling.
Clean and lubricate as needed to restore smooth operation (refer
to
Section 4.2—Cleaning and Lubrication of Locking Mechanism
Motor controller is not
operating correctly.
Check cabling to and from motor controller, replace cabling
if damaged.
Replace servo motor module
Master plate and Tool plate are not
within specified No‑Touch zone when
attempting to lock.
Check Tool is properly seated in tool stand (refer to
Re-teach robot to bring Master plate and Tool plate closer
together prior to attempting to lock.
Ready To Lock (RTL) sensor is
not activated indicating Tool is not
positioned properly
Check Tool is properly seated in tool stand.
Re-teach robot to bring Master and Tool closer together prior to
attempting to lock.
Check all cables for damage and they are connected properly to
signal control/signal module. Replace damaged cables
as necessary.
Check RTL sensor is not damaged. Replace damaged RTL
sensor as necessary, contact ATI for possible pin replacement
procedures or module replacement.
Motor is not operating correctly.
Replace if damaged (refer to
Section 5.3.3—Servo Motor Module
). If Tool Changer is in locked position refer to
.
Units Equipped with Electrical/Servo/Control/Signal Modules
Loss of
Communication
Debris in and around contact pins.
Contact Pin worn or damaged.
Inspect V-ring seal for damage, replace damaged seal (refer to
Section 5.3.1—V‑ring Seal Replacement
Cable connections loose or
cables damaged
Check cable connection are secure and cables are
not damaged.
