Required documents
NoteDocument numberDocument name
3HAC042927-001Technical reference manu-
al - Lubrication in gearboxes
Draining the axis-1 gearbox
Use this procedure to drain the gearbox.
NoteAction
DANGER
Turn off all:
• electric power supply
• hydraulic pressure supply
• air pressure supply
to the robot, before entering the robot
working area.
1
WARNING
Handling gearbox oil involves several
safety risks. Before proceeding, read the
safety information in the section Safety
risks during work with gearbox lubricants
(oil or grease) on page 37.
2
CAUTION
The gearbox may contain an excessive
pressure that can be hazardous. Open the
oil plug carefully to let the excess pressure
out.
3
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Open the ventilation plug.
WARNING
If the ventilation hole is closed when the
oil dispenser is in use, there is a risk of
damaging vital parts in the gear.
4
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3 Maintenance
3.4.2 Changing oil, axis-1 gearbox
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