Manual, Tool Changer, QC‑313
Document #9620‑20‑B‑313 Series Base Tool Changer‑06
Pinnacle Park • 1031 Goodworth Drive • Apex, NC 27539 • Tel: 919.772.0115 • Fax: 919.772.8259 •
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4.3 Pin Block Inspection and Cleaning
Tools required: Nylon Brush (ATI Part Number 3690‑0000064‑60)
1. Place the Tool in a secure location.
2. Uncouple the Master and Tool plates.
3.
Turn off and de‑energize all energized circuits (e.g. electrical, air, water, etc.).
4. Inspect the Master and Tool pin blocks for debris or darkened pins.
Figure 4.6—Inspect Master and Tool Pin Blocks
Tool Module Pin Block
Master Module Pin Block
Note: Pin blocks shown are for
illustration purposes only.
Weld Debris
Blackened Pins
5. If debris or darkened pins are present, use a vacuum to remove the debris, and clean using a nylon brush
(ATI Part Number 3690‑0000064‑60).
NOTICE:
Do not use an abrasive media, cleaners, or solvents to clean the contact pins. Using
abrasive media, cleaners, or solvents will cause damage to the contact surface, or cause pins to
stick. Clean contact surfaces with a vacuum or non-abrasive media such as a nylon brush (ATI
Part Number 3690-0000064-60)
Figure 4.7—Clean Pin Blocks with a Nylon Brush
6. Inspect the Master and Tool pin blocks for stuck pins or pin block damage.
Figure 4.8—Stuck Pin and Pin Block Damage
Stuck Pins
Pin Block Damage
Note: Pin blocks shown are for
illustration purposes only.
7. If there are stuck pins or pin block damage, contact ATI for either a possible pin replacement procedure
or module replacement.
8.
Safely resume normal operation.