3 Maintenance3.1 IntroductionStructure of this chapterThis chapter describes all the maintenance activities recommended for the IRB260.It is based on the maintenance schedule found at the beginning of the chapter.The schedule contains information about required maintenance activities includingintervals, and refers to procedures for the activities.Each procedure contains all the information required to perform the activity,including required tools and materials.The procedures are gathered in different sections and divided up according to themaintenance activity.Safety informationObserve all safety information before conducting any service work!There are general safety aspects that must be read through, as well as more specificsafety information that describes the danger and safety risks when performing theprocedures. Read the chapter Safety on page 15 before performing any servicework!NoteIf the IRB 260 is connected to power, always make sure that the IRB 260 isconnected to protective earth before starting any maintenance work!For more information see:• Product manual - IRC5• Product manual - IRC5 Panel Mounted Controller3HAC026048-001 Revision: E 95© Copyright 2006-2013 ABB. All rights reserved.3 Maintenance3.1 Introduction