Brooks Automation 7. Service Procedures
Part Number: PF40-DI-00010 Rev. A Replacing the Encoder Battery
case the encoder battery does not need to be replaced. It is only necessary to re-calibrate the robot
(see Figure 7-1).
Figure 7-1: Encoder Battery
Tools Required:
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3.0 mm hex driver or hex L wrench
Parts Required:
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New Encoder Battery (PF00-EA-00002)
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6 in long by 125 wide tie wrap
To replace the Encoder Battery, perform the following procedure:
Step Action
1.
Turn off power to the robot and remove the AC power plug.
2.
Remove the Top Plate of the robot by removing the (4) M5 low socket head screws from the top
plate of the robot that attach the top plate to the Z column. Lift up the Top Plate.
3.
Remove the Front Cover by lifting it out vertically.
4.
The Encoder Battery is located in the base of the robot behind the Z Column Front Cover. Attach the
new Encoder Battery to the hold down with a tie wrap.
5.
Replace the Front Cover and Top Plate.
If the error message “Encoder Battery Down” was generated, the robot must be re-calibrated after
this procedure. Otherwise it is not necessary to re-calibrate the robot.
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