Handling Instructions and Precautions
Before performing piping work on the product, thoroughly flush
the inside of the pipes (blow out with compressed air).
Machining chips, sealing tape, rust and other debris remaining
from the piping work may result in air leaks and malfunctions.
Piping
1.
Cover the unit when using it in locations where it might be
subject to excessive dust, dripping water, dripping oil, etc.
2.
Do not use the product in environments which may be
corrosive. Using the cylinder in these types of environments
may result in damage or defective operation.
3.
Do not use it in excessively dry conditions.
4.
Do not use the cylinder if the ambient temperature is over
60
℃
[140
℉], doing so may result in damage or defective
operation. Also, consider anti-freezing measures if the
temperature is less than 5
℃
[41
℉], because moisture may
freeze and result in damage or defective operation.
Environment
Handling
1.
Use air as the medium. For the use of any other medium,
consult your nearest Koganei sales office.
2.
Air used for the product should be clean air that contains no
degraded compressor oil, etc. Install an air filter (filtration of
40 μm or less) near the product to remove collected liquid or
dust. Also drain the air filter periodically. If liquid or dust gets
into the product, it may cause defective operation.
Air supply
General precautions
1.
Confirm that there is no residual pressure in the product
before starting maintenance work.
2.
Displacement should not exceed the allowed range of
movement in any direction. It could result in damaged or
broken a product that results in operation shutdown or
degraded performance.
3.
To lock or unlock the function for error correction (compliance),
switch between applying and not applying air pressure. When
inserting or pushing, do so in an unlocked state with no air
pressure applied. When moving, do so in a locked state with air
pressure applied. Moreover, install a shock absorber, etc., where
the movement comes to a standstill to ensure as smooth a stop
as possible. Sudden stops may cause the lock to disengage,
and reduce the centripetal accuracy.
4.
Use within the range for the maximum load capacity. Using
this unit while exceeding the maximum load capacity may
cause wear or degradation to the sliding parts.
5.
The value for the allowable load is a static load. Treat it as a
temporary load in a stationary state. Ensure that there are
sufficient allowances if the unit is subjected to impacts.
6.
The parallel type can also be used in a lower position. When
using it in a lower position, use it on the center of the product
and do not allow it to hang over. The mounted load should be
less than the maximum load capacity.
7.
The center position when pressure is applied to the plate and
the center position when pressure is not applied may be
misaligned.
Lubrication
1.
The cylinder can be used without lubrication, however, if
lubrication, such as a lubricator, is used, use turbine oil type 1
(ISO VG32) or an equivalent.
Avoid using spindle oil or
machine oil.
2.
Never apply lubrication to the sliding parts of the swing type.
Doing so may cause defective operation.
1.
Use this unit in a horizontal position when no air pressure is
applied (unlocked). The mounting surface should be flat. If the
cylinder twists or bends when mounted, not only will it be
inaccurate, but there may be air leaks and defective operation.
2.
Note that if the product's mounting surface is scratched or
dented it can adversely affect flatness.
3.
Be sure that the unit and the mounting bolts are strong
enough.
4.
In cases where loosening of screws due to impact and/or
vibration may be a factor, consider looseness prevention
measures. Be careful that adhesive spreads out evenly. If the
adhesive gets into the product, it may cause defective operation.
5.
Be careful that error correction (compliance) is not obstructed
by piping and wiring when mounting hands, etc., to the
mounting surface.
Installing
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