Caution – IAI America RCP2W-GRLS User Manual
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9. Maintenance/Inspection
9.7
Greasing the Two-finger Long-stroke Type (RCP2-GRST)
9.7.1
Greasing to the Feed Screw (Worm/Rack Gears)
(1) Applicable
grease
This actuator uses lithium grease No. 2.
During maintenance, use spray-type lithium grease. Do not spray grease for more than 1 second.
The following grease is applied to the guide before the gripper is shipped from the factory.
Idemitsu Kosan
Daphne Eponex Grease No. 2
(2)
How to apply grease
[1] Turn the opening/closing screw with a screwdriver to move the fingers toward their homes.
[2] Spray grease toward the worm gears through gaps along the top cover. (Do not spray more than
1 second on the left and right.)
[3] Turn the opening/closing screw using a screwdriver to move the fingers in the directions opposite
their homes (toward the stroke center).
[4] Spray grease in the same manner as in [2].
[5] After grease has been applied, turn the opening/closing screw to move the fingers back and forth
several times to spread the grease evenly
Apply grease through gaps along the top cover.
Caution
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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.