ExRobotics B.V.
Robot System
Operating Guide
Document No.:
20190122IP1
Version No.: 12
Owner:
Ian Peerless
Date:
2021-07-20
Page 22 of 30
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Organise any maintenance or repairs that may be required. Each incident will be given a
unique “ticket number”.
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Agree the timing of any new software updates and upgrades.
The customer will have access to the account manager’s E
-Mail address and mobile phone number.
As a contingency ExRobotics can be contacted by E-Mail at
7.4.
Software releases
ExRobotics can update and upgrade robot software remotely over the 4G public network. Before
the software is updated the account manager will:
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Agree with the customer whether the release is applicable and any charges that will apply.
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Decide when the release can best be installed to minimise disruption to the customer.
7.5.
Routine Maintenance
When the opportunity arises, the customer will perform simple routine maintenance:
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The camera and light windows will be cleaned with a damp, soft cloth. Sometimes the grease
used to provide a weather-tight seal can be smeared across the window. This is best removed
using windscreen washer fluid.
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The charger plates and 4G antenna will be cleaned with a damp/soft cloth.
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The area around the docking station will be cleared of debris and leaves.
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The robot will be inspected for visible damage. In particular, if the wire antennas are too bent
they should be replaced. New wires must be sourced from ExRobotics to maintain the robot’s
Ex status. They screw onto their bases.
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The tracks will be checked for visible wear and obstructions.
They’ll be replaced if necessary.
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The gas detectors (if fitted) will be calibrated at the intervals specified by their supplier.
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Batteries should be regenerated every 3 months or when their performance deteriorates.
Batteries can be regenerated by fully depleting them by driving the robot with its lights on
until it stops and then fully recharging them with the quick charger. Repeat this another 2
times. For ExR-2 the batteries can be replaced as described below.
7.6.
Replacing tracks
Track life will depend on the terrain and nature of the robot
’s routes. However, they should last for
at least 40km.
Replacement tracks will be supplied by ExRobotics to maintain the robot’s anti
-static
performance. To replace a track:
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Remove the aluminium ring on the outside of the front sprocket that retains the track.
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Loosen the 6 screws that clamp each front sprocket assembly to the hull. 4 of these screws
are accessed through holes in the sprocket and require an extra-long hexagonal key. Ensure
they remain engaged in the nuts inside the hull. Release the track tensioning screw on the
front of the robot by turning it anti-clockwise using a hexagonal key. Push the sprocket
assemblies towards the rear of the robot.
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Slide the old track off the side of the sprockets and slide the new track on.
