5.2. Replacing the Battery

5.2. Replacing the Battery

 

The position data of each axis is preserved with a backup battery. The battery must be replaced every two years. When replacing the battery, follow the procedures below.

 

(1)    Press the emergency stop button while the power of the controller is turned on.

 

Caution   If you turn off the power and replace the battery, all current position data will be lost. As a result, it will be necessary to set the origin again.

 

(2)    Remove the cover at the position of the battery of each axis.

 

(3)    Remove the current battery.

 

(4)    Place a new battery. Be careful about the direction of placing it.

 

ü  Battery specification: ER6V-T1 (AA) 3.6V ü  Manufacturer: TOSHIBA

 

(5)    Install the cover as it was.

 

 

Figure 5.9Position for Replacing the Battery

 

 

Caution   ü  Do not throw away the batteries. Dispose of them as industrial waste according to the laws and regulations of the concerned country. ü  Do not recharge the battery. It may explode or get overheated. ü  Do not use a battery other than the ones with designated specifications. ü  Replace the current battery only with the specified ones. ü  Do not short the negative and positive poles of the battery. ü  Do not expose a battery to flame or high temperatures.