User manual METO-FER LG 50

[. . . ] OPERATING MANUAL METO-FER® AUTOMATION AG LINEAR UNIT TYPE SERIES FROM 6-02 LG 50/. . . -. . . . 1. 1. 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Introduction 1. 1. 1. Utilization The linear unit LG 50/. . . is able to execute linear movements in any position. [. . . ] According to the type, the units are equipped with the following cushions: Oil cushions OB 15/10L or OB 12/20 Oil compensation reservoir KOB 50 (needed for use with oil cushions) Support for intermediate Pos. SA, to be used with one or more stops (see catalog page 1. 071). 1. 3. 2 Special Equipment The end screws can be fitted with the patented sensing elements (see Meto-Fer® Electronic catalog, pages 22 and 23) in order to check the end position. 2. 2. 1 SAFETY REGULATIONS In general See chapters 1. 1. 1 1. 1. 2 1. 1. 3 2. 2 Specifically Do not make any changes or modifications on the unit (voids warranty). 3. CONSTRUCTION AND FUNCTION The stroke adjustment can be made infinitely variable with the end screws AS 12/60 (Pos. 119) in order to check the occurred movement, the end screws can be fitted with our sensing elements (see Meto-Fer® Electronics catalog). 4. 4. 1 INITIAL OPERATION Compressed Air 3 Remove the safety caps from the air connections. In order to regulate the velocity of the movement, we recommend our flow controls DV-R1/4 (see sheet 5. 021). 4 OPERATING MANUAL (LG) 4. 2 Stroke Adjustment loosen security nut on the end screw adjust the required stroke with the end screw (Pos. 119) tighten security nut on the end screw 4. 3 Cushion Adjustment The basic adjustment of the cushions has to be optimized by the user upon his special requirements. The position of the cushions can be seen on the construction drawing. The brake resistance can be changed by adjusting the length of the brake path. When using oil and elastomer cushions, it must be checked that the end stop is not made by the cushions. The cushions should show a remainder stroke of 0. 0394" (1mm). 5. 5. 1 MAINTENANCE Introduction The linear unit does not require any special maintenance procedure. Never use any type of solvents in order to clean the unit. 5. 2 Air Supply The linear unit is equipped with oil-free seals and can be operated with dry and non-oiled compressed air. If oiled compressed air is used, we recommend: Airpress compound SAE 5 (Klueber Order No. 6. 1 REPAIR Introduction If the unit no longer meets the requirements (leakage, wear, etc. ) the defective parts must be replaced. 5 OPERATING MANUAL (LG) 6. 2 Safety Precautions Before dismounting the unit, it is necessary to check that the compressed air supply is interrupted. It is best to disconnect the compressed air supply from the unit. When repair work is done, only the original spare parts and lubrication must be used. 6. 3 Replacing the Seals Loosen the piston rod (Pos. 3) by removing the screw (Pos. 203). Remove the plate (Pos. 7) and plate (Pos. 8) by loosening the screw (Pos. 201). [. . . ] Position *112 *113 *114 *115 116 Seal Kit Repair Kit Part Number 025. 140. 0053 025. 100. 0810 045. 150. 0830 025. 200. 0030 025. 110. 0010 Description Rod Seal O-Rings Piston Seal Seal Rings Long Life Sleeve Bearings Quantity 1 piece 2 pieces 1 piece 4 pieces 4 pieces Order No. 460. 100. 0081 all items marked with (*) Order No. 460. 110. 0271 kit includes Pos. 116 7. 2 Lubrication Grease for seals Grease for linear ball bushings Staburag NBU 4 Atemp. [. . . ]