6 internal cleaning, 7 greasing guides – IAI America RCA2-SA6R User Manual
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13. Maintenance Inspection
13.6
Internal Cleaning
Use a soft cloth to wipe away dirt and buildup.
Do not blow too hard with compressed air as it may cause dust to get in through the gaps.
Do not use oil-based solvents, neutral detergent or alcohol.
13.7
Greasing Guides
13.7.1 Applicable greases for guide
The grease initially used is lithium-based grease.
IAI uses the following grease in our plant.
Idemitsu Kosan
Daphne Eponex Grease No. 2
Other companies also sell similar types of grease. For details, give the above grease name to the
manufacturer you want to purchase from and ask what corresponding product they have available.
Here are some examples of similar products.
Showa Shell Oil
Albania Grease No. 2
Mobil Oil
Mobilax 2
Warning:
Never use anything other than synthetic poly- olefin grease. Mixing poly- grease with other grease
not only reduces the performance of the grease, it may even cause damage to the actuator.
13.7.2 Applicable greases for ball screw
The grease initially used is lithium-based grease.
IAI uses the following grease in our plant. (Excludes SA3C type)
Kyodo Yushi
Multitemp LRL 3
* RCA2-SA2AC, SA2AR, SA3C type uses the following grease.
Idemitsu Kosan
Daphne Eponex Grease No. 2
Caution:
In case the grease got into your eye, immediately go to see the doctor to get an
appropriate care.
After finishing the grease supply work, wash your hands carefully with water and soap
to rinse the grease off.