Manual, Robotic Tool Changer, QC‑24Z1
Document #9610‑20‑3727‑03
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5. Maintenance
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 (e.g. electrical,
air, water, etc.) are turned off, pressurized connections are purged and power is discharged
from the 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.
NOTICE:
The cleanliness of the work environment strongly influences the trouble free operation of
the Tool Changer. The dirtier the environment, the greater the need for protection against debris.
Protection of the entire EOAT, the Master, the Tool and all of the modules may be necessary. Protective
measures include the following:
Placement of the tool stands away from the debris generators.
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Covers incorporated into the tool stands.
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Guards, deflectors, air curtains, and similar devices built into the EOAT and the tool stand.
5.1 Preventive Maintenance
A visual inspection and preventive maintenance schedule is provided in table below. Detailed assembly drawings are
provided in
of this manual. Refer to module sections for detailed preventive maintenance steps for
all utility modules.
Table 5.1—Preventive Maintenance Check List
Application(s)
Tool Change Frequency
Inspection Schedule
General Usage Material Handling Docking Station
> 1 per minute
Weekly
< 1 per minute
Monthly
Welding/Servo/Deburring, Foundry Operations (Dirty Environments)
All
Weekly
Checklist
Balls/Alignment Pins/Holes/Bearing Race
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Inspect for lubrication and wear. JET LUBE
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FMG is suggested for locking mechanism and alignment pin
lubrication. Over time, lubricants can become contaminated with process debris. Therefore, it is recommended
to thoroughly clean the existing grease and replace with new as needed. See
Lubrication of the Locking Mechanism and Alignment Pins
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Inspect for excessive alignment pin/bushing wear, may be an indication of the poor robot position during
pickup/drop‑off. Adjust robot position as needed.
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Inspect for wear on the ball bearings/bearing race, may be an indication of the excessive loading.
Mounting Hardware/Interface Connections
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Inspect for proper torque and interference or wear, abrasions, cuts of hoses, and electrical cables. Tighten and
correct as required. Refer to
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Seals (Modules)
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Inspect for wear, abrasion, and cuts. Refer to
Section 6.2.2—V‑ring Seal Inspection and Replacement
Sensors and Cables
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Inspect sensor cable connectors for tightness, if loose tighten connections.
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Inspect sensor cables for any damage, cuts, and abrasion. Replace as necessary. Refer to
Electrical Contacts/Pin Block (Modules)
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Inspect for damage, debris, and stuck/burnt pins. Clean pin blocks as required, refer to
