SCHUNK VERO-S NSP 140 User instructions

Translation of the assembly and operating manual
VERO-S Quick-Change Pallet System
NSP 140, NSP-S 140
Assembly and operating manual
Superior Clamping and Gripping

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Document number: 1400904
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Table of contents
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Table of contents
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About this Manual.................................................................................................... 5
1.1
Illustration of safety notes ....................................................................................... 5
1.2
Applicable documents .............................................................................................. 6
2
Basic safety instructions ........................................................................................... 7
2.1
Appropriate use........................................................................................................ 7
2.2
Inappropriate use ..................................................................................................... 7
2.3
Notes on particular risks........................................................................................... 8
2.4
Notes on safe operation......................................................................................... 10
2.4.1
Holding force and screw strength............................................................... 10
2.4.2
Structural changes, attachments, or modifications.................................... 10
2.5
Personnel qualification........................................................................................... 11
2.6
Organizational measures........................................................................................ 11
2.7
Personal protective equipment.............................................................................. 12
3
Warranty................................................................................................................. 13
4
Scope of delivery ..................................................................................................... 13
4.1
Accessories ............................................................................................................. 13
5
Technical data ......................................................................................................... 14
6
Assembly................................................................................................................. 16
6.1
General Installation Notes...................................................................................... 17
6.2
Mounting and connection ...................................................................................... 19
6.3
Clamping rings SRA, SRB, SRC................................................................................. 22
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Operation................................................................................................................ 25
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Function .................................................................................................................. 26
8.1
Clamping function .................................................................................................. 26
8.2
Lifting and centering function ................................................................................ 27
8.3
Dynamic pressure monitoring and blow-out function for cleaning the flat surface
................................................................................................................................ 28
8.4
Dynamic pressure monitoring on the clamping slides........................................... 29
8.5
Electrical cylinder piston stroke monitoring .......................................................... 29
8.6
Pneumatic and hydraulic circuit diagram............................................................... 32
9
Maintenance and care ............................................................................................. 34
10
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 36
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Parts lists................................................................................................................. 37
11.1
Parts lists................................................................................................................. 37
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Assembly drawing ................................................................................................... 41

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12.1
NSP 140................................................................................................................... 41
12.2
NSP-S 140................................................................................................................ 42
13
Declaration of Incorporation ................................................................................... 43
14
Annex on declaration of incorporation .................................................................... 44

About this Manual
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About this Manual
This manual contains important information for the safe, correct
use of the product.
The manual is an integral part of the product and must be kept
accessible by personnel at all times.
Personnel must have read and understood this manual before
beginning any work. The observance of all safety notes in this
manual is the precondition for all safe working.
The illustrations in this manual are intended to provide a basic
understanding and may deviate from the actual version.
Besides this manual, other documents which apply are those listed
under (1.2, Page 6).
Illustration of safety notes
To make risks clear,the following signal words and symbols are
used for safety notes.
DANGER
Danger to individuals!
Ignoring a safety note such as this will certainly lead to
irreversible injury and even death.
WARNING
Danger to individuals!
Ignoring a safety note such as this can lead to irreversible injury
and even death.
CAUTION
Danger to individuals!
Non-observance can cause minor injuries.
NOTICE
Material damage!
Information about avoiding material damage.
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Applicable documents
•General terms and conditions *
•Catalog data sheet for purchased product *
The documents indicated with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded
from schunk.com.
1.2

Basic safety instructions
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Basic safety instructions
Improper handling, assembly and maintenance of this product may
result in risk to persons and equipment if this manual is not
observed.
Report any damage and defects immediately and repair without
delay to keep the extent of the damage to a minimum and avoid
compromising the safety of the product.
Only original SCHUNK spare parts may be used.
Appropriate use
This product is intended solely for positioning and clamping
workpieces or clamping pallets on machine tools or other suitable
technical devices.
•The product may only be used within the scope of its technical
data, (5, Page 15).
•The product is intended for industrial and industry-oriented
use.
•Appropriate use of the product includes compliance with all
instructions in this manual.
Inappropriate use
The product is not being used as intended if, for example:
•It is used as a pressing tool, a toolholder, a load-handling device
or as lifting equipment.
•It is used for turning applications over 100 RPM without
consulting SCHUNK.
•It is used in working environments that are not permissible.
•People work on machines or technical equipment that do not
comply with the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC,
disregarding the applicable safety regulations.
•The technical data specified by the manufacturer are exceeded
during usage.
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2.2

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Notes on particular risks
This product may pose a danger to persons and property if, for
example:
•it is not used as intended;
•it is not installed or maintained properly;
•the safety and installation instructions, local applicable safety
and accident prevention regulations or the EC Machinery
Directive are not observed.
WARNING
Risk of injury due to falling parts when setting up, dismantling,
and transporting the quick-change pallet system.
Parts that have not been properly secured can come loose and
fall down.
•Use suitable lifting equipment and means of transport.
•When transporting, stay clear of the danger zone.
•Wear personal protective equipment.
WARNING
Risk of injury to the operating personnel when transporting the
quick-change pallet system with the clamping ring axis in a
horizontal position, or during overhead application as a result of
the device or pallet falling down.
•Use a crane or a transport truck when transporting.
•During horizontal or overhead applications, the device or
pallet must be secured before loosening to prevent it from
falling.
WARNING
The system clamps using spring force. Risk of injury due to parts
automatically moving to their end positions following actuation
of an "emergency stop" or after switching off the power supply.
•Wait for the system to shut down completely.
•Do not reach into the clamping module.
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WARNING
Risk of injury due to falling device, pallet or workpiece if the
clamping rings are loosened erroneously or as a result of
negligence.
•During operation, erroneous or negligent loosening of the
clamping rings must be prevented using suitable
countermeasures (disconnecting the power supply after
locking, use of check valves or safety switches).
•The machines and equipment must fulfill the minimum
requirements of the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC;
specifically, they must have effective technical measures to
protect against possible mechanical hazards.
•Wear personal protective equipment.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to impurities (e.g. metal chips) in the exhaust
and air purge connections of the clamping station.
•The danger zone must be surrounded by a protective
enclosure during operation.
•Wear personal protective equipment (safety goggles).
CAUTION
There is a risk of limbs being crushed by moving parts during
manual loading and unloading and the clamping procedure.
•Do not reach into the clamping ring receptacle.
•Work with the smallest possible clamping and opening
strokes.
•Use loading devices.
•Wear protective gloves.
CAUTION
Danger due to pneumatic exhaust noises.
Noise pollution from the exhaust system and whistling pneumatic
equipment during the working process.
•Wear hearing protection.

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Notes on safe operation
•Disconnect the power supply lines and ensure that there is no
residual energy in the system before performing assembly,
modification, maintenance, or adjustment work.
•Perform maintenance, modifications, or installations outside of
the danger zone.
•For all work, secure the system against accidental operation.
•Do not reach into the open mechanism of the clamping ring
receptacle.
•Only specialist personnel may perform assembly, modification
and disassembly work.
Maintenance specifications
Follow the maintenance and care instructions. These instructions
are based on a normal working environment. If the product is to
be operated in an environment with abrasive dusts or corrosive or
aggressive fumes or fluids, prior approval must be obtained from
SCHUNK.
Safety during assembly and servicing
During assembly, connection, adjustment, commissioning and
testing, make sure that no accidental operation of the system by
the fitter or other persons is possible.
Avoid any unsafe manner of working.
Holding force and screw strength
Only screws of strength class 12.9 may be used.
Only original SCHUNK clamping rings may be used.
If the clamping rings are to be used in customer-owned devices,
the customer must provide sufficiently dimensioned threaded
holes or a sufficiently thick mounting material.
Structural changes, attachments, or modifications
Additional bore holes, threads or attachments / modifications that
are not offered by SCHUNK as accessories may impair the
product's safety. These may only be fitted with the approval of
SCHUNK.
2.4
2.4.1
2.4.2