ABB IRB 120 - Cleaning activities

3.5 Cleaning activities
3.5.1 Cleaning the IRB 120
WARNING
Turn off all electrical power supplies to the manipulator before entering its work
space.
General
To secure high uptime it is important that the IRB 120 is cleaned regularly. The
frequency of cleaning depends on the environment in which the manipulator works.
Different cleaning methods are allowed depending on the type of protection of the
IRB 120.
Note
Always verify the protection type of the robot before cleaning.
Dos and don'ts!
This section specifies some special considerations when cleaning the robot.
Always!
• Always use cleaning equipment as specified! Any other cleaning equipment
may shorten the life of the robot.
• Always check that all protective covers are fitted to the robot before cleaning!
Never!
• Never use compressed air to clean the robot!
• Never use solvents that are not approved by ABB to clean the robot!
• Never remove any covers or other protective devices before cleaning the
robot!
Cleaning methods
These following table defines what cleaning methods are allowed for ABB
manipulators depending on the protection type.
Cleaning methodProtection
type
High pressure water or
steam
Rinse with waterWipe with clothVacuum
cleaner
NoNoYes. With light
cleaning deter-
gent.
YesStandard
NoNoYes. With light
cleaning deter-
gent, spirit or
isopropyl alco-
hol.
YesClean room
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3.5.1 Cleaning the IRB 120