5.1.3. V-Axis Reducer

5.1.3. V-Axis Reducer

 

 

Figure 5.3 Position of Grease Inlet/Outlet on V Axis

 

Attention   If grease is added without removing the outlet plug, it cause damage to the seal of reducer and grease will go inside the motor and may damage it. It is absolutely necessary to remove the plug.

 

n  Grease Replacement

 

(1)    Make the V-Axis arm horizontally( V:0°)

 

(2)    Remove the grease outlet plug.

 

(3)    Inject the grease into the grease inlet using a grease gun.

 

ü  Grease type : VIGO GREASE RE0 ü  Amount of grease : 1,178cc (1.06kg)

 

(4)    The grease replacement is complete when new grease appears in the outlet port. The new grease can be distinguished from the old one by color.

 

(5)    Move the V-Axis for a few minutes to eject the old grease and then add grease until the new grease appears in the outlet port.

 

(6)    Clean the greased around the outlet and assemble the seal-taped plug into its original state.