Overview of this manualAbout this manualThis manual contains instructions for:• mechanical and electrical installation of the robot• maintenance of the robot• mechanical and electrical repair of the robot.The manual also contains reference information for all procedures detailed in themanual.UsageThis manual should be used during:• installation, from lifting the robot to its work site and securing it to thefoundation, to making it ready for operation• maintenance work• repair work and calibration.Who should read this manual?This manual is intended for:• installation personnel• maintenance personnel• repair personnel.PrerequisitesA maintenance/repair/installation craftsman working with an ABB Robot must:• be trained by ABB and have the required knowledge of mechanical andelectrical installation/repair/maintenance work.Organization of chaptersThe manual is organized in the following chapters:ContentsChapterSafety information that must be read through before performingany installation or service work on the robot. Contains generalsafety aspects as well as more specific information on how toavoid personal injuries and damage to the product.SafetyRequired information about lifting and installation of the robot.Installation and commis-sioningStep-by-step procedures that describe how to perform mainten-ance of the robot. Based on a maintenance schedule that maybe used to plan periodical maintenance.MaintenanceStep-by-step procedures that describe how to perform repairactivities of the robot. Based on available spare parts.RepairProcedures that do not require specific calibration equipment.General information about calibration.Calibration informationEnvironmental information about the robot and its components.DecommissioningContinues on next pageProduct manual - IRB 2600 93HAC035504-001 Revision: G© Copyright 2009-2015 ABB. All rights reserved.Overview of this manual