Care And Maintenance; Disassembly And Disposal - Aventics RTC-BV Notice D'instruction

AVENTICS | RTC/CKP | R402003540–BAL–001–AG | English
4. Increase the piston speed step-by-step, opening the
cushioning screws at every step so that the piston is
cushioned softly at the stops in the end covers.
5. Finally, operate the cylinder at the operating speed it is
dimensioned for (measure if necessary) and make final
adjustments to the cushioning.
To set the correct/desired speed, the use of a VTM
(Velocity Time Meter) is recommended. The VTM is an
optional accessory to be ordered from AVENTICS.
If the cushioning is correctly set, the piston will
reach its end position without bouncing or hitting
the end cover. If in doubt and for critical
applications, the cushioning can be optimized with
guidance from AVENTICS.
If the cylinder is equipped with shock absorbers,
the pneumatic cushioning must be deactivated.
To deactivate the cushioning, completely unscrew
the cushioning screws.
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Disassembly and disposal

Disassembly is only necessary when the device is to be
replaced or disposed of.
1. Switch off all compressed air from the relevant part of
the system.
2. Remove any devices that do not belong to the cylinder
or its slides, etc.
Risk of heavy objects!
Some configurations of the cylinders are very heavy.
Removing them or lifting them incorrectly may cause
injury.
O Before detaching the cylinder from its fixings, make
sure that it cannot fall.
O When lifting the cylinder, take steps to avoid
damaging it. Heavy cylinders must be carried by two
people or by one person with lifting aids.
3. Remove all attachments and move the cylinder away
from the part of the system.
4. Pack the cylinder for transport or recycling.
5. Install the replacement unit as described in section
"Assembly".
Disposal
O Dispose of the device in accordance with the currently
applicable local regulations. Among other things, the
cylinder contains lubricating grease that may pollute
the environment.
CAUTION
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Care and maintenance

RTC and CKP cylinders are maintenance-free, if they are
used within their technical data and thus normally do not
require any particular maintenance.
However, observe the maintenance intervals that apply to
the systems in which the cylinders are installed. In
addition, observe the following points.
Checking the compressed air connections
Regularly check the compressed air connections and
compressed air lines for leaks. Replace damaged or
crushed lines.
Cleaning and servicing
Solvents and aggressive detergents may damage the
device.
If aggressive chemicals are used, the cylinder may be
damaged or its service life may be shortened.
O Never use solvents or strong detergents.
Damage to the cylinder due to penetrating fluids!
Penetrating fluids destroy seals and lubricants and
cause damage to the cylinder. If there is a risk of
standing water, the cylinder must be installed with the
slide downwards.
O Never hose down the cylinder with water.
O Always keep the cylinder pressurized if water or
water mist are present.
O Make sure that water or water mist cannot enter via
the compressed air connections.
O Clean the unit with a slightly moistened cloth when
necessary. Only use a little water or mild detergent.
Re-adjusting the play in the slide
On cylinders with slide bearing guide (RTC-SB) the play in
the slide can increase over time due to wear. A minimum
play is required to keep friction as low as possible.
1. If necessary, alternately tighten the screws on the
sides of the slide as shown in the illustration below
until the slide is cantered and there is no play.
CAUTION
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