Brooks PreciseFlex 100 - Adjusting the Gripper Backlash

6. Service Procedures PreciseFlex 100 Robot
Adjusting the Gripper Backlash Part Number: 603988 Rev. A
Adjusting the Gripper Backlash
Tools Required:
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1.3 mm “stubby” hex L wrench
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1.5 mm “stubby” hex L wrench
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2.0 mm hex driver or L wrench
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Loctite 243 medium strength screw lock
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Mobil 222 HP grease if needed
Spare Parts Required:
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None
To adjust the gripper backlash, follow this procedure:
Step Action
1.
Remove the Gripper Cover by removing the (4) 32 X 6 mm FHCS.
2.
Unhook the gripper spring assembly and remove it.
3.
Remove the gripper spring plate by removing the (4) M3 standoffs that attach the plate.
4.
Move the racks back and forth to determine which rack has backlash and where it is located on the
rack.
5.
Loosen the (2) M3 X 8 mm LHCS clamping the rack to the finger mount.
6.
Adjust the M2 SHCS and M3 set screws to adjust the rack backlash.
7.
Remove the (2) M3 X 8 mm SHCS one at a time, apply Loctite 243 screwlock, reinstall and tighten.
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