Safety; Intended Use; General Safety Instructions - PI N-­472 10 Series User Manual

2 Safety

2 Safety
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General Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 5

2.1 Intended Use
The N-472 is a laboratory device as defined by DIN EN 61010-1. It is intended for indoor use and
use in an environment that is free of dirt, oil and lubricants.
The N-472 is a linear actuator for integration into mechanical and optomechanical components.
For integration, the mechanics, in which the N-472 is to be installed, must have suitable
mountings.
A piezoelectric motor is installed in the N-472 linear actuator that acts on the fine-thread screw
and moves it.
When at rest, the drive is self-locking and therefore requires no current and generates no heat.
It holds the position with maximum force.
The N-472 is not intended for continuous operation. For further information on the operating
conditions of the N-472, see "Technical Data" (p. 39).
The intended use of the N-472 is only possible in conjunction with a suitable controller (p. 13),
which is available from PI. The controller is not included in the scope of delivery of the N-472.
The controller must provide the required operating voltages. It must also be able to read out
and process the signals from the position sensors so that the servo-control system can function
properly.
2.2 General Safety Instructions
The N-472 is built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety standards.
Improper use can result in personal injury and/or damage to the N-472.
 Only use the N-472 for its intended purpose, and only use it if it is in a good working
order.
 Read the user manual.
 Immediately eliminate any faults and malfunctions that are likely to affect safety.
The operator is responsible for the correct installation and operation of the N-472.
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