Maintenance
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7
Maintenance
This chapter explains the maintenance items in order to operate motorized linear slide safely and efficiently. If an
abnormal condition is noted on the motorized linear slide, discontinue any use and contact your nearest Oriental
Motor sales office.
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Inspection item and timing
If the motorized linear slide is operated eight hours a day, perform maintenance according to the applicable period
specified in the table below. Reduce maintenance intervals accordingly if the operating rate is high such as
continuous operation for 24 hours.
Maintenance timing
External inspection
External cleaning
Internal inspection
When operated for the first time
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−
Six months after initial operation
−
Every six months thereafter
−
As needed
−
−
External inspection
Check the items specified in table below.
Item
Description
Remedial action
Motorized
linear slide
•
Check if any of the screws having installed the motorized
linear slide is loose.
•
Check if any of the screws having installed a load is loose.
•
Check if any of the screws having installed a motor is
loose.
Tighten the screws securely.
Check if any cracks or slacks is applied in the stainless steel
sheet.
•
Replace the stainless steel sheet. For
the stainless steel sheet for
maintenance, contact your nearest
Oriental Motor sales office.
•
Refer to p.34, and adjust the
tension of the stainless steel sheet.
Connector,
cable
•
Check if a damage or stress is applied on the cable.
•
Check if the connection part between the motorized
linear slide and driver is loose.
•
Replace the cable.
•
Connect the connector again.
Operation
Check if an unusual noise or vibration is generated from a
bearing part (ball bearings).
Check the load mounting condition
and operating speed.
External cleaning
•
Wipe off any dirt and stains using a soft cloth. To remove stubborn stains, wipe the area using a soft cloth
moistened with neutral detergent.
•
Do not apply compressed air. Dust may enter through gaps.
•
Do not use petroleum solvents, since they will damage the coated surface.
