Instruction Manual

Maintenance and Service 5-1
5 Maintenance and Service
5.1 Overview
Performing the recommended maintenance procedures at the intervals suggested in this section
increases system life and ensures smooth operation. Recommended maintenance procedures are listed
in Table 5-1.
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NOTE These recommendations are for MH-900s operating in a 24/7-production environment.
Except for the daily and weekly requirements, maintenance for single shift operations
may be performed at less frequent intervals.
Part numbers for spares and replacement parts are available on Nordson ASYMTEK’s Find-A-Part web
page: https://webstore.nordson.com/awweblive/apps/asym_findapart_index.asp
.
Table 5-1 Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance Procedure
Recommended
Frequency
Instructions
General Maintenance and Inspection Weekly or as needed
See 5.5 General Maintenance and
Inspection.
Mechanical Hardware Inspection Quarterly or as needed
See 5.6 Mechanical Hardware
Inspection.
Electrical Component Inspection Quarterly or as needed
See 5.7 Electrical Component
Inspection.
Inspection of conveyor belts and drive
belts
Quarterly or as needed
See 5.10 Conveyor Belt
Replacement.
General alignment and attachment to
dispensing system
Quarterly or as needed
See 3.5 Aligning and Leveling the
MH-900 to Connected Equipment.
Lubrication of ball screw and linear
guides
Half-yearly or as
needed
See 5.9 Lubrication Requirements.
5.2 Safety First
Operation of your MH-900 involves mechanical devices, air pressure, and electrical power. It is essential
that every person servicing or operating the MH-900 fully understands all hazards, risks, and safety
precautions. When properly operated and maintained, the MH-900 should be safe and reliable.
Thoroughly review Section 2 - Safety prior to performing maintenance and service.
WARNING! Allow only qualified personnel to perform the following tasks. Observe and follow
the safety instructions in this document and all other related documentation.
5.3 Hazardous Materials
Some maintenance procedures involve the use of hazardous materials. Always follow all applicable
national and local statutes and regulations, facility safety practice, and the material manufacturer's
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) recommendations.