ELGA-TB-G/-KF/-RF
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Safety
2.1
Use for intended purpose
The axis is intended to be used for positioning payloads in combina
tion with tools or as a drive when external guides are used.
The axis is approved for the slide operating mode (è Fig. 4). The
axis is not approved for operating conditions in which vegetable and
water-soluble greases or oils can penetrate into the axis.
2.2
General safety information
Take into consideration the legal regulations applicable for the location.
Only use the product if it is in its original status and in an excellent technical status.
Use the product only within the defined values (è 12 Technical data and 13 Characteristic curves).
Take into account labelling on the product.
Do not make any unauthorised modifications to the product.
Observe other applicable documents.
Take into consideration the ambient conditions at the location of use.
Protect the product during storage and operation from the following:
– Wetness or moisture
– Corrosive coolant or other materials (e.g. ozone)
– UV radiation
– Oils, greases and grease-solvent vapours
– Grinding dust
– Glowing chips or sparks
2.3
Mounting and connecting
Observe tightening torques. Unless otherwise specified, the tolerance is ±20 %.
For ELGA-TB-...-P0: Check the cavity between the guide and toothed belt for foreign objects and
remove these if present.
2.4
Qualified personnel
Only qualified personnel may perform installation, commissioning, maintenance and disassembly of the
axis. The qualified personnel must be familiar with installation and operation of electrical and pneumat
ic control systems.
Festo – ELGA-TB-G/-KF/-RF – 1502c English
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