Taktomat LFA User manual

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Linear transfer system
LFA
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Table of contents
1About these instructions .................................................................................................................................................................4
1.1 Purpose..................................................................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Contact information ..............................................................................................................................................................................4
1.3 Product designation..............................................................................................................................................................................4
1.4 Symbols.................................................................................................................................................................................................5
2Safety ...................................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.1 Safety instructions................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 Warnings...............................................................................................................................................................................................6
2.3 Requirements for personnel.................................................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Personal protective equipment ............................................................................................................................................................8
2.5 Requirements for incorporation into a complete machine .................................................................................................................9
3Product description........................................................................................................................................................................10
3.1 Intended use........................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.2 Technical data.....................................................................................................................................................................................10
3.3 Product overview ................................................................................................................................................................................13
3.4 Overload protection (optional)............................................................................................................................................................14
4Transport...........................................................................................................................................................................................15
4.1 Types of transport...............................................................................................................................................................................16
5Assembly...........................................................................................................................................................................................19
5.1 Installation position of the linear transfer system............................................................................................................................19
5.2 Mounting position of the drive unit...................................................................................................................................................20
5.3 Assembly of linear transfer system LFA............................................................................................................................................22
5.4 Initial start-up .....................................................................................................................................................................................23
6Operation...........................................................................................................................................................................................24
6.1 Operating modes.................................................................................................................................................................................24
7Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................................................25
7.1 General................................................................................................................................................................................................25
7.2 Maintenance tasks .............................................................................................................................................................................25
7.3 Checking and adjusting the chain tension.........................................................................................................................................27
7.4 Referencing the chain position ..........................................................................................................................................................29
7.5 Separating and joining the chain.......................................................................................................................................................31
7.6 Replacing the limit switch (optional).................................................................................................................................................33

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8Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................................................................36
9Disposal.............................................................................................................................................................................................37
10 Spare and wear parts.....................................................................................................................................................................38
11 Annexes.............................................................................................................................................................................................39
11.1 Declaration of Incorporation ..............................................................................................................................................................39
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1About these instructions
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of these Assembly Instructions is to provide users with all the necessary information they need for the proper
and safe assembly of the linear transfer system into a complete machine.
1.2 Contact information
TAKTOMAT GmbH
Rudolf-Diesel-Straße 14
86554 Pöttmes
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Internet: http://www.taktomat.de/
1.3 Product designation
Linear transfer system LFA
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Type
Design
Chain link centre distance [mm]
Designation
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Direction
Drive unit position
A = outside, I = inside, O = top, U = bottom
Drive unit side
L = left, R = right
Cycle time [s]
Feed rate [mm]
Centre distance [mm]
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1.4 Symbols
The following symbols are used in these instructions:
Instructions and directions
Requirements for performing an instruction are indicated by a check mark.
The action steps to be executed are numbered.
The results of individual action steps are indicated by a black arrow. The overall result of an instruction is marked by a white
arrow in a black circle.
Example
Requirement
1. Instruction (step 1)
2. Instruction (step 2)
Result or response of system to step 2
3. Instruction (step 3)
Overall result of the instruction
Enumerations
Enumerations in no strict order are indicated as follows:
•Property A
oDetail 1
oDetail 2
•Property B
oDetail 1
oDetail 2
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2Safety
2.1 Safety instructions
General safety instructions
•Read through these instructions completely
•Observe the information and instructions in these instructions
•Keep unauthorized persons away from the working area
•Work on electrical systems may only be carried out by qualified electricians
•Keep the instructions in a safe place and make them available to all employees
•Observe the documentation of the supplier components
2.2 Warnings
2.2.1 Structure of the warnings
All the warnings in these instructions have the following structure:
Fig. 1: Structure of the warnings
1 Hazard-specific symbol 2 Hazard symbol
3 Signal word 4 Type and source of danger
5 Possible consequences of non-observance 6 Procedure for hazard prevention
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2.2.2 Meanings of the signal words and symbols
The following signal words are used in this document:
Signal word Meaning
DANGER Indicates a hazardous situation which will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in property and environmental
damage.
The following symbols for dangers, warnings, requirements and prohibitions are used in this document:
Do not carry metal parts or clocks
No access with cardiac pacemaker or implanted defibrillators
No access with metallic implants
General warning sign
Warning: Electrical voltage
Warning: Magnetic field
Warning: Suspended load
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Wear head protection
Wear eye protection
Wear foot protection
Wear hand protection
2.3 Requirements for personnel
The activities described in these instructions may only be performed by qualified personnel.
Qualified personnel are persons who are able to carry out the work assigned to them due to their technical training, knowledge
and experience. They are familiar with the relevant standards and regulations and are able to recognize potential hazards on
their own.
2.4 Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment is used to protect personnel from impairments to safety and health during work. Personnel
must wear the personal protective equipment when performing all of the activities described in these instructions. The
required personal protective equipment is indicated in the different chapters of these instructions.
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2.5 Requirements for incorporation into a complete machine
The linear transfer system is an incomplete machine. Operation of the linear transfer system is only permitted in a complete,
CE-compliant machine or system.
The manufacturer of the complete machine or system is responsible for integrating the linear transfer system into the system
in such a way that completely safe operation is guaranteed.
•During operation, it is prohibited to remain in the immediate vicinity of the linear transfer system. Staying in the vicinity
of the linear transfer system is only permitted within the scope of control activities, maintenance or servicing work by
specially trained personnel.
•Maintenance work must be carried out in accordance with the maintenance schedule and the operating instructions.
•All activities at the linear transfer system may only be performed by trained qualified personnel.
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3Product description
3.1 Intended use
The linear transfer system is designed for incorporation in a complete machine or a complete system. The linear transfer
system is used to transport workpiece carriers from one processing station to another processing station in the correct
position.
All applications deviating from this intended use are not permitted.
•Modifications to the linear transfer system must be approved by TAKTOMAT
•The linear transfer system may only be operated within the defined operating parameters
•The specified load on the chain links must not be exceeded
•It is not permitted to use the linear transfer system in ex-classified rooms
3.2 Technical data
3.2.1 Operating conditions
Application range in closed rooms
Temperature range [°C] +15 to +30
Relative humidity [%] 40 to 60
Media do not expose to aggressive media
3.2.2 Storage conditions
Application range in closed rooms
Temperature range [°C] -22 to +50
Relative humidity [%] 40 to 70
Media do not expose to aggressive media
Storage period > 6 months provide additional corrosion protection
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