How to read the product manualReading the proceduresThe procedures contain references to figures, tools, material, and so on. Thereferences are read as described below.References to figuresThe procedures often include references to components or attachment pointslocated on the manipulator/controller. The components or attachment points aremarked with italic text in the procedures and completed with a reference to thefigure where the current component or attachment point is shown.The denomination in the procedure for the component or attachment pointcorresponds to the denomination in the referenced figure.The table below shows an example of a reference to a figure from a step in aprocedure.Note/IllustrationActionShown in the figure Location ofgearbox on page xx.Remove the rear attachment screws, gearbox.8.References to required equipmentThe procedures often include references to equipment (spare parts, tools, etc.)required for the different actions in the procedure. The equipment is marked withitalic text in the procedures and completed with a reference to the section wherethe equipment is listed with further information, that is article number anddimensions.The designation in the procedure for the component or attachment pointcorresponds to the designation in the referenced list.The table below shows an example of a reference to a list of required equipmentfrom a step in a procedure.Note/IllustrationActionArt. no. is specified in Requiredequipment on page xx.Fit a new sealing, axis 2 to the gearbox.3.Safety informationThe manual includes a separate safety chapter that must be read through beforeproceeding with any service or installation procedures. All procedures also includespecific safety information when dangerous steps are to be performed.Read more in the chapter Safety on page 19.IllustrationsThe robot is illustrated with general figures that does not take painting or protectiontype in consideration.Likewise certain work methods or general information, that is valid for several robotmodels, can be illustrated with pictures that show a different robot model that theone described in the current manual.18 3HAC033453-001 Revision: H© Copyright 2009-2013 ABB. All rights reserved.How to read the product manual