4.7 Cleaning activities
4.7.1 Cleaning the IRB 930
General
To secure high uptime it is important that the IRB 930 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 930.
Note
Always verify the protection type of the robot before cleaning.
WARNING
Turn off all electrical power supplies to the robot before starting the cleaning.
Special cleaning considerations
This section specifies some special considerations when cleaning the robot.
• 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.
• Do not point the water jet at connectors, joints, sealings or gaskets.
• Do not use compressed air to clean the robot.
• Do not use solvents that are not approved by ABB to clean the robot.
• Do not remove any covers or other protective devices before cleaning the
robot.
Cleaning methods
This following table defines what cleaning methods are allowed for ABB
manipulators depending on the protection type.
Cleaning methodProtection
type
High pressure water,
steam or spray
Rinse with waterWipe with clothVacuum
cleaner
NoYes. It's highly re-
commended to in-
spect the fans for
contamination that
could hinder the air
supply at the regu-
lar cleaning, and
then clean if neces-
sary.
Yes. With light
cleaning deter-
gent.
YesStandard
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