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CHAPTER 5 Periodic Inspection
(2) Inspection to be performed with the controller turned on
1) Check that no one is inside the safeguard enclosure, and then turn on the
controller.
2) Place a sign indicating the robot is being inspected, to keep others from
operating the controller, programming box or operation panel.
3) Check the following points from outside the safeguard enclosure.
Checkpoint Procedure
• Cooling fan at rear of controller
• X-axis motor cooling fan inside robot
base (pedestal)
• Check if the fan rotates normally.
• Check if objects blocking the fan are located and
remove if any are found.
• Check for abnormal noise from the rotating fan. If
abnormal noise is heard, visually check and remove the
cause. If no cause is found, contact OMRON dealer.
• Check for dust on the fan cover. Remove and clean if
necessary.
(3) Adjustment and parts replacement
1) After inspection, if you notice any adjustment or parts replacement is
needed, rst turn off the controller and then enter the safeguard enclo-
sure to perform the necessary work. After adjustment or replacement is
nished, again review the checkpoints outlined in (1) and (2) above.
2) If repair or parts replacement is required for the robot or controller,
please contact your OMRON dealer. This work requires specialized
technical knowledge and skill, so do not attempt it by yourself.
WARNING
THE ROBOT CONTROLLER MUST BE INSTALLED OUTSIDE THE
SAFEGUARD ENCLOSURE, TO PREVENT A HAZARDOUS SITUATION IN
WHICH YOU OR ANYONE ENTER THE SAFEGUARD ENCLOSURE TO
INSPECT THE CONTROLLER WHILE IT IS TURNED ON.
WARNING
• BODILY INJURY MAY OCCUR FROM COMING INTO CONTACT WITH
THE FAN WHILE IT IS ROTATING.
• WHEN REMOVING THE FAN COVER FOR INSPECTION, FIRST TURN
OFF THE CONTROLLER AND MAKE SURE THE FAN HAS STOPPED.