Chapter 3: Robot Installation
Attach the Outer Arms
Three pairs of outer arms attach between each inner arm and the platform. Outer arms can be
attached without the use of any tools. Outer arms are fastened with ball and socket con-
nections. Outer arm pairs are shipped assembled. Each pair has two springs and two horse-
shoes at each end.
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CAUTION:
PINCH RISK
Ball joints are spring-loaded. Be careful not to pinch your fingers.
Ball Joint
Socket
Outer Arms
Outer Arm
Springs
Spring
Retainer
Pressed
Pin
Ball Joint
Socket Insert
Ball Joint
Stud
Inner Arm
Figure 3-6. Outer Arm Attachment Hardware
Outer Arm Attachment Procedure
Use the following procedure to attach the outer arms. The procedure is the same for both plat-
form types.
NOTE:
In the following steps, take care not to trap debris between the ball studs
and their sockets.
1. Attach one pair of outer arms to each inner arm.
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CAUTION:
PROPERTY DAMAGE RISK
Ensure that the ball joint socket inserts are in place in the end of each
outer arm.
As illustrated in the following figure, the outer arm assembly is most easily achieved by
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