Afag GE-25-P User manual

Assembly instructions EN GE-25-P Date 02.11.2021 Version 1.0 1–48
Assembly and operating instructions
Electric gripper
GE-25-P
Translation of the Original Assembly Instructions EN
GE-25-P Order no.: 50538537

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Your Afag team
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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1General .................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Contents and purpose of these assembly instructions................................. 5
1.2 Explanation of symbols................................................................................. 5
1.3 Additional symbols........................................................................................ 6
1.4 Applicable documents .................................................................................. 7
1.5 Warranty ....................................................................................................... 7
1.6 Liability.......................................................................................................... 7
2Safety instructions................................................................................................. 8
2.1 General ......................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Intended use ................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Foreseeable misuse ..................................................................................... 9
2.4 Obligations of the operator and the personnel ............................................. 9
2.4.1 Observe the assembly instructions ........................................................ 9
2.4.2 Obligations of the operating company.................................................... 9
2.4.3 Obligations of the personnel ................................................................ 10
2.5 Personnel requirements ............................................................................. 10
2.5.1 Personnel qualification ......................................................................... 10
2.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE) ........................................................ 11
2.7 Changes & Modifications............................................................................ 12
2.8 General Hazards /Residual Risks ............................................................. 12
2.8.1 General hazards at the workplace ....................................................... 12
2.8.2 Danger due to electricity ...................................................................... 14
2.8.3 Dangers in case of power failure.......................................................... 14
2.8.4 Mechanical hazards ............................................................................. 14
2.8.5 Danger caused by omitting maintenance work .................................... 15
3Technical data ...................................................................................................... 16
3.1 Dimensional drawing GE-25-P ................................................................... 16
3.2Technical data GE-25-P ............................................................................. 17
3.3 Preferred combinations GE-25-P ............................................................... 18
3.4 Gripping force diagram GE-25-P................................................................ 18
3.5 Load of gripper fingers GE-25-P ................................................................ 19
3.6 Maximum permissible cantilever ................................................................ 19
4Transport, packaging and storage ..................................................................... 20
4.1 Safety instructions for transport.................................................................. 20
4.2 Scope of supply .......................................................................................... 20
4.3 Transport .................................................................................................... 21
4.4 Packaging ................................................................................................... 21
4.5 Storage ....................................................................................................... 22
4.6 Operating and ambient conditions.............................................................. 22
5Design and description ....................................................................................... 23

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5.1 Design electric gripper GE-25-P................................................................. 23
5.1.1 Digital I/O variant.................................................................................. 23
5.2 Product description..................................................................................... 24
5.3 Displays ...................................................................................................... 24
5.3.1 Display and LED function description "Digital I/O" variant ................... 24
5.4 Accessories ................................................................................................ 26
6Installation, assembly and setting ..................................................................... 27
6.1 Safety instructions for installation, assembly and adjustment.................... 27
6.2 Installation & Assembly .............................................................................. 28
6.2.1 Mounting of variant «Digital I/O».......................................................... 28
6.3 Mechanical connection ............................................................................... 29
6.3.1 Flatness of the mounting surface ......................................................... 29
6.3.2 Connections on the housing................................................................. 29
6.3.3 Screw-in depth and tightening torques - Assembly GE-25-P .............. 29
6.3.4 Connections on the base jaws (for gripper fingers) ............................. 30
6.4 Electrical connection................................................................................... 31
6.4.1 Digital I/O variant.................................................................................. 31
6.5 Mounting the sensors ................................................................................. 33
6.5.1 General notes....................................................................................... 33
6.5.2 Overview of the sensors....................................................................... 33
6.5.3 Inductive proximity switch INI XXX....................................................... 33
7Commissioning .................................................................................................... 35
7.1 Safety instructions for commissioning ........................................................ 35
7.2 Commissioning of the modules .................................................................. 36
8Fault elimination................................................................................................... 37
8.1 General Notes ............................................................................................ 37
8.2 Safety instructions for troubleshooting ....................................................... 37
8.3 Table Fault causes and remedy ................................................................. 37
8.3.1 Troubleshooting table........................................................................... 37
9Maintenance and repair....................................................................................... 39
9.1 General notes ............................................................................................. 39
9.2 Safety instructions for Maintenance and Repair ........................................ 39
9.3 Maintenance activities and maintenance intervals..................................... 40
9.3.1 Maintenance intervals .......................................................................... 40
9.3.1 Lubricants and lubrication points.......................................................... 41
9.3.2 Further maintenance ............................................................................ 42
9.4 Spare parts and repair work ....................................................................... 42
10 Decommissioning, disassembly, disposal........................................................ 43
10.1 Safety instructions for decommissioning, dismantling and disposal .......... 43
10.2 Decommissioning ....................................................................................... 43
10.3 Disassembly ............................................................................................... 43
10.4 Disposal...................................................................................................... 44
11 Declaration of incorporation............................................................................... 45

General
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1 General
1.1 Contents and purpose of these assembly instructions
These assembly instructions contain important information on assembly,
commissioning, functioning and maintenance of the gripper GE-25-P to ensure
safe and efficient handling and operation.
Consistent compliance with these assembly instructions will ensure:
permanent operational reliability of the GE-25-P,
optimal functioning of the GE-25-P,
timely detection and elimination of defects (thereby reducing maintenance
and repair costs),
extension of the service life of the GE-25-P.
The illustrations in this manual shall provide you with a basic understanding of
the module and may vary from the actual design of your module.
1.2 Explanation of symbols
The safety notes are marked by a pictogram and a signal word. The safety notes
describe the extent of the hazard.
DANGER
Danger!
This safety note indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warning!
This safety note points out a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution!
This safety note points out a potentially dangerous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in minor or slight injuries.
NOTICE
This safety note points out a potentially dangerous situation which, if not
avoided, can cause substantial damage to property and the environment.

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This note contains important additional information as well as useful tips for
safe, efficient and trouble-free operation of the module.
Further warning signs:
Where applicable, the following standardised symbols are used in this manual
to point out the various potential health risks.
Warning
- Dangerous electrical voltage.
Warning
- Risk of injury from contact with hot surfaces.
Warning
- Risk of hand and
finger injury due to uncontrolled
movements of components.
Warning
- Magnetic field
Warning
- back injury due to heavy lifting.
Warning
- Risk of injury as a result of parts being flung out!
Warning
-high noise levels
1.3 Additional symbols
In these assembly instructions the following symbols are used to highlight
instructions, results, references, etc..
Symbol Description
1.
Instructions (steps ...)
 Results of actions
 References to sections
 Enumerations not ordered

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1.4 Applicable documents
In addition to the assembly instructions, the following documents must be
observed:
General terms and conditions
Catalogue data sheet of the GE-25-P
Instructions for integrated components (supplier documentation)
This documentation can be downloaded from www.afag.ch.
Each GE
-25-
P is accompanied by a safety information sheet. This information
sheet must be read carefully by every person who carries out work on and
with the GE
-25-P.
1.5 Warranty
The warranty terms for Afag handling components and handling systems are
the following:
24 months from initial operation and up to a maximum of 27 months from
delivery.
Parts in contact with the workpiece and wear parts are excluded from the
warranty.
The warranty covers the replacement or repair of defective Afag parts. Further
claims are excluded.
Note: However, a customer has a right to a defect-free product. This does also
apply to defective accessories and wear parts. Normal wear and tear is excluded
from the warranty.
The warranty shall expire in the following cases:
Improper use of the module
Non-observance of the instructions regarding assembly, commissioning,
operation and maintenance as well as ambient and operating conditions.
Improper assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance.
Repairs and design changes carried out without prior technical instructions
of Afag Automation AG.
Removing the serial number from the product.
Inadequate checking of wear parts.
Non-observance of the EC Machinery Directive, the Accident Prevention
Regulations, the Standards of the German Electrotechnology Association
(VDE) and these safety and assembly instructions.
1.6 Liability
No changes shall be made to the module unless described in this instructions
manual or approved in writing by Afag Automation AG.
Afag Automation AG accepts no liability for unauthorized changes or improper
assembly, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance or repair work.

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2 Safety instructions
2.1 General
This chapter provides an overview of all important safety aspects to ensure safe
and proper use of the gripper and optimal protection of personnel.
Safe handling and trouble-free operation of the EPS handling system requires
knowledge of the basic safety regulations.
Every person carrying out installation, commissioning, maintenance work or
operating the cantilever axis must have read and understood the complete user
manual, especially the chapter on safety instructions.
Beyond this, there are rules and regulations regarding accident prevention that
are applicable to the place of installation which must be observed.
Improper use may result in danger to life and limb of the user or third parties or
in damage to the automation system or other material assets.
Failure to follow the directions and safety instructions given in this instructions
manual may result in serious hazards.
2.2 Intended use
The GE-25-P are used exclusively for gripping and time-limited safe holding of
workpieces or objects.
The GE-25-P are intended for industrial and industry-related applications.
The GE-25-P are intended for installation in a machine. The applicable
guidelines must be observed and complied with.
When implementing and operating the GE-25-P in safety-related parts of
control systems, the basic safety principles according to DIN EN ISO 13849-
2 must be applied. For categories 1, 2, 3 and 4, the proven safety principles
according to DIN EN ISO 13849-2 must also be applied.
The intended use of the module also includes:
observance of all instructions given in this instructions manual.

compliance with the inspection and maintenance work and the
specifications in the data sheets,
using only original spare parts.

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2.3 Foreseeable misuse
Any use other than or beyond the intended use described above is considered
a misuse of the GE-25-P.
Especially the following use is considered a misuse:
The use of the module as a pressing tool, punching tool, lifting tool, guiding
aid, cutting tool, clamping device or drilling tool.
The GE-25-P must not be exposed to corrosive media. Products for special
environmental conditions are excluded.
Risks can occur if the module is not used as intended. In the event of
damages caused by improper use the following shall apply:
the operating company shall be solely responsible for such damage, and
Afag does not accept any liability for damage caused by improper use.
2.4 Obligations of the operator and the personnel
2.4.1 Observe the assembly instructions
A basic prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the electric gripper is a good
knowledge of the basic safety instructions.
These assembly instructions, in particular the safety instructions contained
therein, must be observed by all persons working with the electric gripper.
2.4.2 Obligations of the operating company
In addition to the safety instructions given in this manual, the operating company
must comply with the safety, accident prevention and environmental protection
regulations valid for the field of application of the electric gripper. The operating
company is required to allow only persons to work on the GE-25-P who:
have the necessary professional qualifications and experience,
are familiar with the basic rules regarding occupational safety and accident
prevention,
have been instructed in the correct handling of the GE-25-P,
have read and understood these assembly instructions.
WARNING
Risk of injury if the module is not used as intended!
The improper use of the module poses a potential hazard to the personnel.

The module may only be used in a technically perfect condition in
accordance with its intended use and the instructions in this manual as well
as in compliance with the safety requirements!

Any malfunctions, particularly those that could impair safety, must be
eliminated immediately!

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The operating company is also required to:
monitor on an ongoing basis that the personnel work safely considering any
potential hazard involved and the assembly instructions are observed,
ensure that the assembly instructions are always kept at hand at the
installation in which the modules are mounted,
observe and communicate universally applicable laws and regulations
regarding accident prevention and environmental protection,
provide the necessary personal protective equipment (e.g. protective
gloves) and instruct the personnel to wear it,
update the related safety data sheets.
2.4.3 Obligations of the personnel
All personnel working with the GE-25-P are required to:
read and observe these assembly instructions, especially the chapter on
safety,
to use the GE-25-P as intended,
observe the occupational safety and accident prevention regulations,
observe all safety and warning signs on the GE-25-P,
all questionable safety practices are to be avoided
to refrain from any working methods that impair the function and operational
safety of the GE-25-P,
to eliminate any faults that occur immediately,
observe the maintenance and care instructions,
to observe the safety, accident prevention and environmental protection
regulations for the area of application of the GE-25-P.
In addition, the personnel must wear the personal protective equipment
required for carrying out their work. (Chapter 2.6).
2.5 Personnel requirements
2.5.1 Personnel qualification
The activities described in the assembly instructions require specific requisites
at the level of professional qualifications of the personnel.
Personnel not having the required qualification will not be able to asses the risks
that may arise from the use of the electric gripper thus exposing himself and
others to the risk of serious injury. Therefore, only qualified personnel may be
permitted to carry out the described activities on the electric gripper.
Persons whose ability to react is restricted due to the intake of medication or the
like must not interact with the electric gripper.
These installation instructions are intended for skilled personnel (installers,
system integrators, maintenance personnel, technicians), electricians and
operating personnel.
The following is a description of the professional skills (qualifications) required
for carrying out the different activities: