SCHUNK MFT User instructions

Translation of the original manual
Assembly and operating manual
MFT
Polishing Spindle

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Document number: 389545
Version: 03.00|19/11/2019|en
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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1 General.................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 About this manual ................................................................................................ 5
1.1.1 Presentation of Warning Labels ...............................................................5
1.1.2 Applicable documents ..............................................................................6
1.2 Warranty .............................................................................................................. 6
1.3 Scope of delivery .................................................................................................. 6
2 Basic safety notes ................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Intended use......................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Not intended use.................................................................................................. 7
2.3 Constructional changes ........................................................................................ 7
2.4 Spare parts ........................................................................................................... 7
2.5 Recommended Spare Parts .................................................................................. 8
2.6 Environmental and operating conditions ............................................................. 8
2.7 Personnel qualification......................................................................................... 8
2.8 Personal protective equipment............................................................................ 9
2.9 Transportation and Protection during Transportation......................................... 9
2.10 Safety Precautions.............................................................................................. 10
3 Technical Specifications ..........................................................................................11
4 Description and function.........................................................................................14
4.1 Description ......................................................................................................... 14
4.2 Spindle Operation and Media Selection ............................................................. 15
5 Assembly and settings ............................................................................................16
5.1 Mechanical connection ...................................................................................... 16
5.2 Pneumatic Connection ....................................................................................... 16
5.3 Electrical Connections ........................................................................................ 19
5.4 Initial Operation ................................................................................................. 20
5.4.1 Media Considerations.............................................................................20
5.4.2 Tool Position and Programming .............................................................21
6 Maintenance and repair..........................................................................................22
6.1 Routine Operational Maintenance..................................................................... 22
6.2 Media Replacement ........................................................................................... 22
6.3 Boot Replacement .............................................................................................. 23
6.4 Air Motor Replacement...................................................................................... 24
6.5 Sensor Replacement........................................................................................... 25
6.5.1 Sensor for monitoring: Spindle extracted (Option-F) .............................25
6.5.2 Sensor for monitoring: Spindle retracted (Option-R) .............................26

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6.5.3 Sensor for rotation speed: Tachometer sensor (Option -T) ...................27
6.6 Pneumatic -lines/-connections........................................................................... 28
6.7 Lubrication of the polishing spindle ................................................................... 29
6.8 Storage and Preventive Maintenance during Storage........................................ 29
7 Troubleshooting .....................................................................................................30
7.1 Troubleshooting Matrix...................................................................................... 30
8 Drawings.................................................................................................................31
9 Translation of original declaration of incorporation ................................................35
Glossary of Terms ...................................................................................................36

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1 General
1.1 About this manual
This manual contains important information for a safe and
appropriate use of the product.
This manual is an integral part of the product and must be kept
accessible for the personnel at all times.
Before starting work, the personnel must have read and
understood this operating manual. Prerequisite for safe working is
the observance of all safety instructions in this manual.
Illustrations in this manual are provided for basic understanding
and may differ from the actual product design.
In addition to these instructions, the documents listed under
Applicable documents [}6] are applicable.
1.1.1 Presentation of Warning Labels
To make risks clear, the following signal words and symbols are
used for safety notes.
DANGER
Danger for persons!
Non-observance will inevitably cause irreversible injury or death.
WARNING
Dangers for persons!
Non-observance can lead to irreversible injury and even death.
CAUTION
Dangers for persons!
Non-observance can cause minor injuries.
CAUTION
Material damage!
Information about avoiding material damage.

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1.1.2 Applicable documents
• General terms of business *
• Catalog data sheet of the purchased product *
The documents marked with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded on
our homepage schunk.com
1.2 Warranty
The warranty of the Polishing Spindle MFT is valid for 24 months.
This does not apply to the air motor.
The air motor is warranted for a period of 1000 hours at not
lubricated operations and 2000 hours with lubricated air or 12
month of operation from date of delivery from the production
facility, whichever occurs first.
Parts touching the work piece and wear parts are not part of the
warranty.
1.3 Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery includes
• Polishing Spindle MFT in the version ordered

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2 Basic safety notes
2.1 Intended use
The Polishing Spindle MFT is intended to perform robotic and non-
robotic material finishing operations.
• The product may only be used within the scope of its technical
data.
• The product is intended for industrial use.
• The product is intended for installation in a machine/system or
for mounting to a robot. The applicable guidelines must be
observed and complied with.
• Appropriate use of the product includes compliance with all
instructions in this manual.
• When implementing and operating components in safety-
related parts of the control systems, the basic safety principles
in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849-2 apply. The proven safety
principles in accordance with DIN EN ISO 13849-2 also apply to
categories 1, 2, 3 and 4.
2.2 Not intended use
It is not intended use if the product is used, for example, as a
pressing tool, stamping tool, lifting gear, guide for tools, cutting
tool, clamping device or a drilling tool.
• Any utilization that exceeds or differs from the appropriate use
is regarded as misuse.
2.3 Constructional changes
Implementation of structural changes
By conversions, changes, and reworking, e.g. additional threads,
holes, or safety devices can impair the functioning or safety of the
product or damage it.
• Structural changes should only be made with the written
approval of SCHUNK.
2.4 Spare parts
Use of unauthorized spare parts
Using unauthorized spare parts can endanger personnel and
damage the product or cause it to malfunction.
• Use only original spare parts or spares authorized by SCHUNK.

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2.5 Recommended Spare Parts
For repair and spare parts please contact SCHUNK. For an
exploded drawing showing all the components of the MFT, see
Drawings [}31].
2.6 Environmental and operating conditions
Required ambient conditions and operating conditions
Incorrect ambient and operating conditions can make the product
unsafe, leading to the risk of serious injuries, considerable material
damage and/or a significant reduction to the product's life span.
• Make sure that the product is used only in the context of its
defined application parameters, Technical Specifications
[}11].
• The Polishing Spindle MFTshould only be used in an automated
cell/chamber.
• The work cell must be secured by means of barriers to prohibit
personnel from entering the cell. A lockable door should be in-
cluded as a part of the barrier in order to facilitate access to the
cell for authorized personnel only. The barrier could consist
partly or fully of Plexiglas to facilitate observation of the
manufacturing process.
• Be aware of high sound levels. While the Polishing Spindle MFT
air motor is not loud, the cutting action associated with many
processes frequently is. Always use hearing protection while
working in the neighborhood of the production cell.
2.7 Personnel qualification
Inadequate qualifications of the personnel
If the personnel working with the product is not sufficiently
qualified, the result may be serious injuries and significant
property damage.
• All work may only be performed by qualified personnel.
• Before working with the product, the personnel must have read
and understood the complete assembly and operating manual.
• Observe the national safety regulations and rules and general
safety instructions.

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The following personal qualifications are necessary for the various
activities related to the product:
Trained electrician Due to their technical training, knowledge and experience, trained
electricians are able to work on electrical systems, recognize and
avoid possible dangers and know the relevant standards and
regulations.
Qualified personnel Due to its technical training, knowledge and experience, qualified
personnel is able to perform the delegated tasks, recognize and
avoid possible dangers and knows the relevant standards and
regulations.
Instructed person Instructed persons were instructed by the operator about the
delegated tasks and possible dangers due to improper behaviour.
Service personnel of
the manufacturer
Due to its technical training, knowledge and experience, service
personnel of the manufacturer is able to perform the delegated
tasks and to recognize and avoid possible dangers.
2.8 Personal protective equipment
Use of personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment serves to protect staff against
danger which may interfere with their health or safety at work.
• When working on and with the product, observe the
occupational health and safety regulations and wear the
required personal protective equipment.
• Observe the valid safety and accident prevention regulations.
• Wear protective gloves to guard against sharp edges and
corners or rough surfaces.
• Wear heat-resistant protective gloves when handling hot
surfaces.
• Wear protective gloves and safety goggles when handling
hazardous substances.
• Wear close-fitting protective clothing and also wear long hair in
a hairnet when dealing with moving components.
2.9 Transportation and Protection during Transportation
The MFT is packaged in a crate designed to secure and protect it
during transportation. Always use the crate when transporting the
MFT in order to minimize the risk of damage.

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2.10 Safety Precautions
• Never use or start the MFT without first reading and
understanding the operating procedures described in this
manual.
• Make sure that the MFT is mounted as described in this manual.
• Never use the MFT for any purposes or in any ways not
explicitly described in this manual.
• Make sure that the pneumatic control equipment is connected
as described.
• Only original spare parts supplied by SCHUNK must be used.
• Install a barrier to prohibit people from approaching the MFT
while in operation.
• Never be present near the MFT while it is started or running. If
it is necessary to approach the MFTwhile in motion, stand
behind appropriate Plexiglas windows.
• Be aware of rotating parts.
• Abrasive media must be rated for at least 5,600 1/min.
• Use eye protection.
• Be aware of high sound levels during cutting. Always use
hearing protection while working in the neighborhood of the
MFT.
• During system or tool maintenance, make sure the MFT and
equipment are stopped before entering the cell. Never be
present in the cell when the tool is running when installing and
testing.
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