4.2.2 Mounting instructions for sealsGeneralThis section describes how to mount different types of seals.EquipmentNoteArticle numberEquipment, etc.Grease specification on page 271.GreaseRotating sealsThe procedure below describes how to fit rotating seals.CAUTIONPlease observe the following before commencing any assembly of seals:• Protect the sealing surfaces during transport and mounting.• Keep the seal in its original wrappings or protect it well before actualmounting.• The fitting of seals and gears must be carried out on clean workbenches.• Use a protective sleeve for the sealing lip during mounting, when slidingover threads, keyways, etc.NoteActionCheck the seal to ensure that:• The seal is of the correct type (provided with cuttingedge).• There is no damage to the sealing edge (feel with afingernail).1Inspect the sealing surface before mounting. If scratchesor damage are found, the seal must be replaced since itmay result in future leakage.2Article number is specifiedin Equipment on page 160.Lubricate the seal with grease just before fitting. (Not tooearly - there is a risk of dirt and foreign particles adheringto the seal.)3Fill 2/3 of the space between the dust tongue and sealinglip with grease. The rubber coated external diameter mustalso be greased, unless otherwise specified.Mount the seal correctly with a mounting tool.4Never hammer directly on the seal as this may result inleakage.Make sure no grease left on the robot surface.5Continues on next page160 Product manual - IRB 3603HAC030005-001 Revision: U© Copyright 2008-2018 ABB. All rights reserved.4 Repair4.2.2 Mounting instructions for seals
