SCHUNK NST3 series User instructions

Translation of Original Operating Manual
VERO-S quick-change pallet system
NST3
Assembly and Operating Manual
Superior Clamping and Gripping

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We reserve the right to make alterations for the purpose of technical improvement.
Document number: 1344367
Version: 01.00 |13/05/2019|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
1.1.3
Sizes............................................................................................................... 6
1.2
Warranty................................................................................................................... 6
1.3
Scope of delivery ...................................................................................................... 6
1.4
Accessories ............................................................................................................... 7
2
Basic safety notes .................................................................................................... 8
2.1
Intended use............................................................................................................. 8
2.2
Not intended use ...................................................................................................... 8
2.3
Constructional changes ............................................................................................ 8
2.4
Spare parts................................................................................................................ 9
2.5
Environmental and operating conditions................................................................. 9
2.6
Personnel qualification............................................................................................. 9
2.7
Personal protective equipment.............................................................................. 10
2.8
Notes on safe operation......................................................................................... 11
2.9
Transport ................................................................................................................ 11
2.10
Malfunctions........................................................................................................... 12
2.11
Disposal................................................................................................................... 12
2.12
Fundamental dangers............................................................................................. 12
2.12.1
Protection during handling and assembly .................................................. 13
2.12.2
Protection during commissioning and operation ....................................... 13
2.12.3
Protection against dangerous movements................................................. 14
2.12.4
Notes on particular risks ............................................................................. 14
3
Technical data ......................................................................................................... 18
4
Assembly................................................................................................................. 19
4.1
General Installation Notes...................................................................................... 19
4.2
Aligning the clamping station................................................................................. 19
4.2.1
Alignment using T-nuts ............................................................................... 19
4.2.2
Alignment using alignment elements ......................................................... 20
4.3
Mounting and connecting the clamping station .................................................... 21
4.3.1
NST3 400-250 .............................................................................................. 23
4.3.2
NST3 500-300 .............................................................................................. 24
4.4
Clamping pins SPA 40, SPB 40, SPC 40, SPG 40 ...................................................... 26
4.4.1
Information to clamping pin SPG 40........................................................... 28

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4.5
VERO-S tombstones (optional)............................................................................... 29
4.6
Screw tightening torques ....................................................................................... 30
5
Function .................................................................................................................. 31
5.1
Connections on the clamping station..................................................................... 31
5.2
Unlocking connection ............................................................................................. 32
5.3
TURBO connection ................................................................................................. 33
5.4
VERO-S connecting strip ASL2-G1/8” (optional) .................................................... 34
6
Operation................................................................................................................ 35
7
Maintenance and care ............................................................................................. 36
7.1
Leak test.................................................................................................................. 37
8
Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................... 38
8.1
The clamping areas do not unlock ......................................................................... 38
8.2
The clamping areas do not unlock perfectly .......................................................... 38
8.3
The quick-change pallet systems no longer open quietly...................................... 38
9
Parts lists................................................................................................................. 39
9.1
Part lists .................................................................................................................. 39
10
Assembly drawing ................................................................................................... 40
11
Translation of original declaration of incorporation ................................................. 41
12
Appendix on Declaration of Incorporation, as per 2006/42/EC, annex II, No. 1 B ..... 42

General
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General
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
(1.1.2, Page 6) are applicable.
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.
NOTICE
Material damage!
Information about avoiding material damage.
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1.1
1.1.1

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Applicable documents
•General terms of business*
•Catalog data sheet of the purchased product *
•Assembly and Operating Manual for VERO-S quick-change
pallet system NSE3 *
•Assembly and Operating Manual for VERO-S tombstone VAT /
VAT3 *
The documents marked with an asterisk (*) can be downloaded on
our homepage schunk.com
Sizes
This operating manual applies to the following sizes:
Clamping station
•NST3 400-250
•NST3 500-300
Warranty
The warranty period is 24 months after delivery date from factory
or 500 000 cycles*, if it is used as intended, under the following
conditions:
•Observe the applicable documents, (1.1.2, Page 6)
•Observe the ambient conditions and operating conditions,
(2.5, Page 9)
•Observance of the specified care and maintenance instructions
(7, Page 36)
Parts touching the workpiece and wear parts are not included in
the warranty.
* A cycle consists of a complete clamping procedure ("opening"
and "closing" of the simultaneously actuated clamping modules on
the clamping station).
Scope of delivery
The scope of delivery includes
•Clamping station in the version ordered
•Accessory pack
NST3 400-250: 2 sealing rings G1/8“, 2 sealing nipples G1/8“
NST 500-300: 2 sealing rings G1/8“, 2 sealing nipples G1/8“ NW
7.4, 2 eye bolts M12, bore hole cover plate
1.1.2
1.1.3
1.2
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Accessories
(see catalog or data sheets when ordering separately)
•VAT-AE, VAT-DR, VAT-DW, VAT3-AE, VAT3-DR, VAT3-DW
tombstones
•SAT tombstones
•SAT NSF plus tombstones
•SPA, SPB, SPC, SPG clamping pins
•SDE protection cover
•ASL2-G1/8“ connecting strip
•VSK Ø10-NW7.4 locking coupling for air supply
•Torque wrench
1.4

Basic safety notes
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Basic safety notes
Intended use
This product is intended solely for positioning and clamping
tombstones or clamping pallets on machine tools or other suitable
technical devices.
•The product may only be used within the scope of its technical
data, (3, Page 18).
•The product is intended for industrial and industry-oriented
use.
•Appropriate use of the product includes compliance with all
instructions in this manual.
Not intended 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.
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.
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2.2
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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.
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, (3, Page 18).
•Make sure that the product is a sufficient size for the
application.
•Make sure that the contact surfaces of the interface are always
clean.
•Make absolutely sure that no chips of any kind can enter the
interface and that the interface fills with cooling emulsion,
which is particularly possible with a horizontal design of the
clamping station. The best way to ensure both of these
requirements is to use the SDE protection covers. If the
interface should fill with cooling emulsion, initiate the
unlocking process and allow the interface to dry out in an
actuated state or carefully blow out with compressed air using
suitable protective equipment.
•Only use high-quality cooling emulsions with anti-corrosive
additives during processing.
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.
2.4
2.5
2.6

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The following personal qualifications are necessary for the various
activities related to the product:
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 persons were instructed by the operator about the
delegated tasks and possible dangers due to improper behaviour.
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.
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.
Qualified personnel
Instructed person
Service personnel of
the manufacturer
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