ABB IRB 2000 - Page 30

19. Fasten the cables with new cable ties.
20. Ensure that all mounting points are thoroughly tightened and that the cabling is
properly fed via the rotator.
21. Mount back all covers.
1.3 Exchange of gear box
Reference is made to foldout no 3 in the spare parts section.
The gearbox for axis 1 is of conventional tooth gear type, manufactured with very high
accuracy. The gearbox is integrated with the housing for axis 1, thus forming the base.
Service or adjustments of the gearbox are normally not carried out. In the event of failure
the gearbox is exchanged as a complete unit.
Dismounting:
1. Disconnect and remove cabling unit according to chapter 1, Cabling axis 1 and
disconnect the signal cable connectors X11 and X12.
2. Separate the gear boxes 2 and 3 and arm system from intermediate plate in
accordance with the following section.
Lifting and separate robot against axis 1
3. Position lower and upper arm as per fig. below.
4. Fasten lifting clamps and lifting eyes as per fig. below. Attach lifting straps to the
lifting eyes. The clamps shown in figure on next page, can easily be manufactured.
Using these clamps is not compulsory, but in some cases they simplify the handling.
Mechanical repair IRB 2000