3 Maintenance
3.3.6. Inspection, oil level gearbox axis 6
1273HAC026876-001 Revision: C
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Analysis of water content in oil, gearbox axis 6 (Foundry Prime)
When changing oil, check for water content in oil. An analysis can be ordered from the oil
manufacturer Shell.
If: Then....
1. More than 2% water in oil,
• With more than 2% water content
there is a risk for corrosion in the
gearbox and reduced viscosity in
the oil.
replacement of gearbox axis 6 is required
every two years
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• A: Water content in oil from gearbox
axis 6
• B: Months or hours in operation
• C: Replacement of gearbox axis 6
2. Less than 2% water in oil, normal replacement interval is required for
gearbox axis 6, as specified by SIS or
typically 96 months (as on a standard robot).
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• A: Water content in oil from gearbox
axis 6
• B: Months or hours in operation
Continued