Adept s1700D Viper - Manual (Page 63)

Grease Exchange for 2nd-Axis Speed Reducer
Adept Viper s1700D Robot User’s Guide, Rev A 63
2. Remove the hexagon socket head plug (PT1/8) on the grease inlet and install the
grease zerk (PT1/8). (The grease zerk (PT1/8) is delivered with the robot.)
3. Inject the grease (approximately 1800 cc, VIGO Grease RE No. 0) into the grease
inlet using a grease gun. The grease exchange is complete when new grease
appears in the grease exhaust port. The new grease can be distinguished from the
old grease by color.
4. Move the 1st-axis for a few minutes to discharge the excess grease.
5. Remove the grease zerk on the grease inlet.
6. Wipe the grease exhaust port with a cloth and reinstall the plugs on the grease
inlet and the grease exhaust port. Prior to installation, coat the screw threads with
Three Bond 1206C.
5.3 Grease Exchange for 2nd-Axis Speed Reducer
Figure 5-5. 2nd-Axis Speed Reducer Diagram
WARNING: If grease is added without removing the
hexagon socket head plug (PT1/8,) the grease will go
inside the motor and may damage it. It is absolutely
necessary to remove the plug.
CAUTION: For ceiling-mounted robots, the exhaust port
and grease inlet are inverted.
2nd-axis speed reducer
(Hexagon socket head plug PT1/8)
Grease inlet
(Hexagon socket head
cap screw M6)
Grease exhaust port 2nd-axis arm