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ABB IRB 6640 User Manual

ABB IRB 6640
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1 Safety
1.1. Introduction to safety information
153HAC026876-001 Revision: F
© Copyright 2007-2010 ABB. All rights reserved.
1 Safety
1.1. Introduction to safety information
Overview
The safety information in this manual is divided in two categories:
• General safety aspects, important to attend to before performing any service work on
the robot. These are applicable for all service work and are found in General safety
information on page 16.
• Specific safety information, pointed out in the procedures. How to avoid and eliminate
the danger is either described directly in the procedure, or in specific instructions in
the section Safety related instructions on page 34.

Table of Contents

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ABB IRB 6640 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandABB
ModelIRB 6640
CategoryRobotics
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 Safety

1.1 Introduction to safety information

Introduces safety information categories, general and specific safety aspects, and ways to avoid injuries and product damage.

1.2 General safety information

Covers general safety aspects, validity, responsibility, external safety devices, and limitations of liability for manipulator systems.

1.3 Safety related instructions

Details safety signals, symbols on manipulator labels, and specific safety instructions for DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION scenarios.

2 Installation and commissioning

2.1 Introduction

Provides information on installing the robot at the working site, including load diagrams, permitted extra loads, and safety prerequisites.

2.2 Design 1 and Design 2 of IRB 6640

Highlights design differences between IRB 6640 Design 1 and Design 2, specifically regarding the lower arm features.

2.3 Robot transportation precautions

Details ABB-approved transportation precautions for ABB robots, including methods 1 and 2 to prevent damage.

2.4 Securing the robot

Describes how to securely mount the robot using the transport support, emphasizing safety during brake release.

2.5 Unpacking

Covers pre-installation procedures, checks for installation readiness, robot weights, storage, operating conditions, and protection classes.

2.6 On-site installation

Provides instructions for lifting the robot with fork lift, roundslings, manually releasing brakes, and securing the base plate.

2.7 Restricting the working range

Explains how to restrict the working range of axes 1, 2, and 3 using mechanical stops and software adjustments.

2.8 Electrical connections

Details robot cabling and connection points, categorizing main cable types and sub-categories for power and signals.

2.9 Making robot ready for operation (Foundry Prime)

Provides additional installation procedures for Foundry Prime robots, covering environmental conditions and air specifications for pressurizing.

2.10 Making robot ready for operation, (Cleanroom)

Outlines additional installation procedures for Cleanroom robots, focusing on particle emission control and cleaning preparations.

3 Maintenance

3.1 Introduction

Introduces the maintenance chapter, detailing activities based on a schedule and referring to specific procedures for tasks.

3.2 Maintenance schedule and expected component life

Specifies maintenance intervals and expected component lifetimes, including calendar time, operating time, and SIS data.

3.3 Inspection activities

Lists inspection procedures for oil levels in gearboxes (axes 1-6), balancing devices, cable harnesses, information labels, dampers, and mechanical stops.

3.4 Replacement / Changing activities

Covers procedures for changing gearbox oil (axes 1-6), replacing SMB batteries, and general replacement activities.

3.5 Lubrication activities

Details lubrication procedures for spherical roller bearings and rust preventive measures for sealing and support bearings.

3.6 Cleaning activities

Provides instructions for cleaning the robot based on its protection class (Standard, Foundry Plus, Foundry Prime, Clean Room).

4 Repair

4.1 Introduction

Introduces the repair chapter, detailing activities for the robot and external units, including spare parts and tools.

4.2 General procedures

Covers general repair procedures such as leak-down tests, mounting instructions for bearings, seals, and exchange of parts on Clean room robots.

4.3 Complete robot

Details replacement procedures for major robot components like cable harnesses and the complete arm system.

4.4 Upper and lower arm

Covers replacement of components within the upper and lower arm assemblies, including turning disks, wrist units, and upper/lower arms.

4.5 Frame and base

Provides procedures for replacing SMB units, brake release units, and spherical roller bearings in the balancing device.

4.6 Motors

Details replacement procedures for motors on axes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 of the robot.

4.7 Gearboxes

Covers replacement procedures for gearboxes on axes 1, 2, 3, and 6 of the robot.

5 Calibration information

5.1 Introduction

Introduces calibration information, covering methods and procedures not requiring specific equipment.

5.2 Calibration methods

Specifies calibration types (Standard, Absolute Accuracy) and methods (Calibration Pendulum, CalibWare) for robot positioning.

5.3 Calibration scale and correct axis position

Illustrates calibration scales and marks on the robot for ensuring correct axis positions during calibration.

5.4 Calibration movement directions for all axes

Details the correct movement directions for robot axes during calibration to ensure consistent positioning and avoid backlash issues.

5.5 Updating revolution counters

Explains how to update revolution counter values, crucial after battery replacement or system reconfigurations.

5.6 Checking the calibration position

Describes methods to check the robot's calibration position using MoveAbsJ instructions or the Jogging window.

6 Decommissioning

6.1 Introduction

Introduces decommissioning procedures for taking products, robots, or controllers out of operation.

6.2 Environmental information

Provides information on hazardous materials in robots and proper disposal of oil, grease, and components according to regulations.

6.3 Decommissioning of balancing device

Details a special procedure for dismantling the balancing device due to stored energy, requiring professional handling.

7 Reference information

7.1 Introduction

Introduces the reference information chapter, complementing specific procedures with general information.

7.2 Applicable safety standards

Lists applicable safety standards (EN ISO, European, Other) relevant to robot design and operation.

7.3 Unit conversion

Provides a converter table for units used in the manual, facilitating conversions between metric and imperial systems.

7.4 Screw joints

Details how to tighten various screw joints on the robot, including UNBRAKO screws, Gleitmo treated screws, and Molycote lubricated screws.

7.5 Weight specifications

Specifies weights of components handled during installation, repair, and maintenance, highlighting those exceeding 22 kg.

7.6 Standard toolkit

Lists standard tools required for service, repairs, and installation procedures, forming a base toolkit.

7.7 Special tools

Lists special tools required for specific service procedures, including those for motor and gearbox work.

7.8 Dismounting and mounting tool 3HAC028920-001

Details the configuration and use of the dismounting and mounting tool for balancing devices and shafts.

7.9 Lifting equipment and lifting instructions

Explains that lifting equipment requirements are specified per procedure and refers to separate instructions for use.

9 Circuit diagrams

9.1 About circuit diagrams

States that circuit diagrams are not included in the manual but are available as separate documents on the DVD with article numbers provided.

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