Adept Lynx Platform - Manual (Page 85)

Adept Lynx Platform User's Guide, Rev B
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Chapter 8: Maintenance
Tires
Occasionally clean the tires with a mild soapy solution. Remove any dirt or debris that may
accumulate on the tires, because these can degrade the AIV’s performance.
This applies to both the drive wheels and to the casters.
Axles
Keep the axles free of carpet, hair, string, or anything that may wrap around and bind up the
platform’s drive.
Lasers
Occasionally clean the lenses of the safety scanning laser and the vertical lasers, if used. Use
only alcohol-based, non-abrasive cleaners, and wipe thoroughly.
Docking Station Contacts
The two docking station contacts occasionally need to be cleaned. The suggested interval is 3 –
6 months, depending on frequency of charging.
WARNING: Unplug power from the docking station before starting.
Remove the power cord at the charger.
Clean the contacts with isopropyl alcohol.
CAUTION: Do not lubricate the docking station paddle. Lubrication will
reduce the life of the paddle.
8.3 Accessing the Payload Bay
Access to the payload bay will be dependent on how you have designed your payload. A
small, light payload may be easily disconnected and simply lifted off, taking care not to dis-
connect or damage any of the wires connected to the platform.
A taller or heavier payload should be designed with hinges, so that it can be tilted off of the
platform after being mechanically disconnected. For most payloads, this will enable a single
technician to access the payload bay without assistance. Care must be taken, when designing
the hinges and payload, that the wires and connections between the platform and the payload
will not be disturbed when the payload is tilted.
8.4 Removing and Installing Covers
Many of the maintenance procedures require removing some of the platform's covers. Most
covers are held in place with just magnets. The rear cover has an additional brace for support,
the bumper cover uses screws and magnets, and the access panel uses a push-push latch.