QYSea FIFISH 3-Finger Robotic Arm User Guide
- June 12, 2024
- Qysea
Table of Contents
QYSea FIFISH 3-Finger Robotic Arm
Product Information
The Robotic Arm (Three-finger claw) is an accessory designed for underwater vehicles, such as the FIFISH V6 Expert. The arm has a maximum clamping force of 100 N and can clamp objects up to 140 mm (5.12 in) in size. It has a work temperature range of -5~35°C (23-95°F) and can be used at a maximum depth of 150 m (492 ft).
Product Usage Instructions
Packing List
The package includes:
- Robotic Arm (1)
- Screw Kits (1)
- M2.5 inner hex spanner (1)
- Screws (2.2) (2)
- Screws (2.3) (2)
- Screws (2.4) (4)
- O-ring (2.5) (1)
- Wrench (2.6) (1)
- Quick Start (2)
Safety Rules
Before using the Robotic Arm, it is important to receive relevant training and
read the user manual thoroughly. Make sure to follow QY safety rules to ensure
your safety and avoid damage to the product.
Product Specification
The product specification includes:
- Work Temperature: -5~35°C (23-95°F)
- Max clamping force: 100 N
- Max clamping dimension: 140 mm (5.12 in)
- Max work depth: 150 m (492 ft)
Usage Instructions
Before using the Robotic Arm, follow these precautions:
- Check all accessory interfaces, plug-ins, and O-rings for damage or missing parts, and make sure they are dry and clean.
- Power off the underwater vehicle before connecting it to the Robotic Arm.
- Check the battery level of the underwater vehicle to ensure stable power.
- Check that probes and connectors of accessories are tightly sealed before entering the water.
- Align connectors on the underwater vehicle with the positioning pin to avoid damage.
- Check that the underwater robot and remote control are working normally when connected to the connector on the underwater vehicle.
- Check the batteries of mobile phones, tablet PCs, and laptops.
To install the Robotic Arm:
- Unscrew and remove the cap located at the bottom of the submersible.
- Place the robotic arm directly at the bottom of the ROV and align the bracket to the FIFISH ROV accordingly.
- Use screws (2.2) and (2.3) to secure the robotic arm to the ROV bracket.
- Open the protective cap located at the bottom of the ROV and connect the attachment accordingly. Tighten screws (2.4) to secure it in place.
To operate the Robotic Arm:
- Switch the remote control to Mode A.
- Roll the right wheel to control the robotic arm.
Maintenance and After-sales Support
To maintain the Robotic Arm:
- Keep all connectors (ports and plugs) clean and dry, and cover them with protective caps when not in use.
- Check sealing parts and rubber sealing washers, and replace them if worn or damaged.
- Store the product in a dry and cool place after usage.
- Put the protective cover back on the submersible after usage.
- Avoid using the product in a strong acid/alkali environment as it may reduce the service life of the underwater vehicle and its accessories.
For after-sales support, contact support@qysea.com.
Disclaimer
Note that product information is subject to change without notice.
Packing List
| Item | Qty | Unit | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Robotic Arm | 1 | PCS |
| 2 | Screw Kits | 1 | PCS |
| 2.1 | M2.5 inner hex spanner | 1 | PCS |
| 2.2 | M3×16 Cross head screw | 2 | PCS |
| 2.3 | M3×12 Cross head screw | 2 | PCS |
| 2.4 | M3×12 hex bolt | 4 | PCS |
| 2.5 | O-ring | 2 | PCS |
| 2.6 | Wrench | 1 | PCS |
| 3 | Quick Start | 1 | PCS |
Safety Rules
Before operating FIFISH products, please be sure to receive relevant training and take practices, and read this document thoroughly before performing underwater operations. Operations in violation of QY safety rules may result in the consequence that your safety and interests cannot be guaranteed.
- Regarding the damages to accessories and underwater vehicle caused by unauthorized modification, disassembly or opening in violation of regulations, or damages to accessories and underwater vehicle caused by improper installation, improper use or operations not in accordance with official regulations, QY doesn’t bear any legal responsibility and the warranty will also be ineffective.
- When installing the accessories, the underwater vehicle shall be shut down.
- Please check whether all the parts of the product are complete. If there is any part missing, please contact QY after-sales service personnel in a timely manner.
- Please check whether all interfaces, plug-ins and O-rings are kept dry and tidy, otherwise they should be replaced as soon as possible.
Product Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Work Temperature | -5℃~35℃ (23 ℉ – 95℉ ) |
| Max clamping force | 100 N |
| Max clamping dimension | 140 mm (5 12 in) |
| Max work depth | 150 m (492 ft) |
Usage Instructions
Precautions before usage
- Before usage, please check whether all accessory interfaces, plug-ins, and O-rings are damaged or missing, and whether they are kept dry and clean.
- Before connecting the Robotic Arm with the underwater vehicle, the underwater vehicle shall be powered off.
- Check the battery level of the underwater vehicle to ensure that there is sufficient and stable power.
- Before entering the water, please check whether the probes and connectors of the accessories are tightly sealed.
- When connecting the connectors on the underwater vehicle, they must be aligned with the positioning pin, forcible inserting may cause damage to the connector.
- Check whether the underwater robot and the remote control are working normally when connected to the connector on the underwater vehicle.
- Check the batteries of mobile phones, tablet PCs and laptops.
- After-sales Support mailbox: support@qysea.com.
Installation
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Unscrew and remove the cap located at the bottom of Submersible
Here take FIFISH V6 Expert as an example for installation -
Place the robotic arm directly at the bottom of ROV Align the bracket to the FIFISH ROV accordingly
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Lock the robotic arm with M3×12 hexagon bolt
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Open the protective cap located at the bottom of the ROV Connect the attachment accordingly and tighten the screw
Operation
- Switch the remote control to Mode A
- Roll the right wheel to control robotic arm
Maintenance and After-sales Support
Maintenance
- All connectors (ports and plugs) shall be kept clean and dry and covered with protective caps if not in use.
- Check the sealing parts and rubber sealing washers, and replace them if they are worn or damaged.
- Please keep the product in a dry and cool place after usage.
- After usage, please put the protective cover back on the submersible.
- Usage in a strong acid/alkali environment may reduce the service life of the underwater vehicle and its accessories.
After-sales support
If needing any help, please contact QY after-sales personnel
- Online customer service: you can find the entrance of customer services via the FIFISH APP, WeChat official account (FIFISH Underwater Robot) and the official website.
- Contact number: Tel:+86 18138838924 (WhatsApp&Skype) & +86-755-2266-2313 Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00-22:30 (GMT+8)
- Email: support@qysea.com.
- If there is a machine malfunction, please record the malfunction video in advance, as well as provide the machine SN number and purchase invoice, so that we can provide you with a sFoolru tmioonr ef ainstfeorr. motion about FIFISH Authorized Service Center, please visit https://www.qysea.com/support/repair-center/.
Disclaimer
- We provide after-sales services to our customers, except for the following situations:
- Collision damages caused by non-manufacturing factors, including but not limited to user faults.
- Damages caused by unauthorized modification, disassembly, or opening of the enclosure that is not in accordance with official instructions or manuals.
- Damages caused by improper installation, improper use, or operation not in accordance with official instructions or manuals.
- Damages caused by unauthorized service providers.
- Damages caused by unauthorized modification of circuits and mismatch or misuse of the battery and charger. Damages are caused by underwater operations without following the instructions and manual recommendations. Damages are caused by working in harsh water conditions (such as strong acids, strong alkali, strong currents, huge waves, etc.).
- Damages caused by product operations in an environment with electromagnetic interference (namely, mining areas or the areas near radio towers, caves, muddy areas, environment with radiation, tunnels, etc.). Damages caused by operating the product in an environment that is interfered with by other wireless devices (namely, transmitters, video downlinks, Wi-Fi signals, etc.).
- Damages are caused by forced diving with aging or damaged components.
- Damages are caused by using unauthorized third-party parts that have reliability or compatibility issues. Damages are caused by operating equipment with insufficient power or defective batteries.
- Continuous or error-free product operation
- Loss or damage of user data caused by the product
- Any software, no matter it is provided with the product or subsequently installed.
- Failures or damages caused by any third-party products (including products that QYSEA may provide or integrate into QYSEA products at the request of users).
- Any damage caused by non-QYSEA technology or other support (for example, the support for solving the “operation method” problem or incorrect product settings, installation and firmware upgrades).
- Damages caused by operating ROV in sensitive areas (such as military areas, natural resource reserves, marine reserves, marine conservation areas, etc.).
- Damages are caused by unpredictable factors (such as water flow, cave collapse, animal swallowing, etc.). Products or parts whose identification labels have been changed or without identification labels
- Do not place heavy objects on the product, and handle it with care.
- Water droplets or stains on the ROV may be caused by testing in the water in the manufacturing plant, which will not affect the characteristics and functions of the FIFISH underwater robot.
- For more information, please view the explanation video on our website, or refer to the FAQs section in “FIFISH Application/Help/FAQs”.
- For the latest version of the user guide/manual and other instructions, please visit our website. https://www.qysea.com/support/user-manual/.
- Please email us via support@qysea.com to contact our technical support
Notice:
This content is subject to change without notice.
References
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