SL8500 - How to Replace a Defective Hand BOT

Asset ID:	1-71-1015327.1
Update Date:	2011-02-04
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Solution 1015327.1 : SL8500 - How to Replace a Defective Hand BOT

Applies to:

Sun StorageTek SL8500 Modular Library System - Version: Not Applicable and later [Release: N/A and later]
All Platforms
Checked for relevance on 4-Feb-2011.

Goal

How to Replace a Defective Hand BOT.

Handbot replacement

SBOT replacement

Hand bot replacement

robotic replacement

How to replace a hand bot

Solution

Steps to Follow
SL8500 Modular Library System

To remove a HandBot:

1. Open the rail brushes by moving the lever away from the wall.

2. using a T15 Torx bit, loosen two captive screws on the upper preload assembly.

3. Pull down on the preload assembly to free the rollers from behind the upper rail. Lift and tilt the HandBot assembly away from the upper rail.

4. Remove the HandBot from the library and set it on an ESD safe surface.

To replace a HandBot:

Caution: Potential Equipment Damage. The upper preload assembly (brushes) can break if improperly aligned before tightening the screws.

1. Press in the spring-loaded roller to relieve the tension as you insert the HandBot on the lower rail.

2. Move the top of the HandBot assembly toward the upper rail, resting the top rollers on the upper rail.

3. Push up on the upper preload assembly, placing the rollers behind the rail. You may have to press each roller against spring tension to position the rollers behind the upper rail.

4. Carefully align the upper preload assembly with the upper frame so there is no gap between the two parts.

5. Make sure both the lower rollers are underneath and behind the rail.

6. Tighten both T15 screws evenly and securely.

7. Remove the rail brush locking lever shipping tape, if present, and move the locking lever forward to engage the brushes. (If you do not lock the brushes in place. There will be no power to the HandBot.)

8. Move the HandBot back and forth slightly to verify that it glides easily.

Any binding could damage the brushes.

If the HandBot does not move easily, recheck your work.

Remove and re-install the HandBot if necessary.

IF the SL8500 has a Service Safety Door use the following procedure ONLY:

Overview:

All 8 Bot SL8500 libraries with the Service Safety Door installed via CB_102237 or FB_102235 should not perform a HandBot replacement without using the SSD.

Problem:

If a HandBot is replaced by opening the library Sun StorageTek StreamLine SL8500

SL8500, audited, How to Replace a Defective Hand BOT, Hand assembly, Instructions
Previously Published As STKKB79121

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