Passive Mounts - THORLABS Corner User Manual

ScienceDesk Workstation

3.3.2 Passive Mounts

Equipment Required:
Levelling device (e.g., bubble level)
Foot pump (automobile tire type)
A Installation
1) Ensure the frame is level – see Section 3.1.
Note
The desk is normally supplied with the anti-vibration mounts and breadboard already fitted. Steps (2) to (6) are
applicable only if the unit has been air-freighted or shipped to its destination.
2) Remove the dust caps from the schraeder valves – see Fig. 3.4
Fig. 3.4 Passive anti-vibration mount
Warning
During item (3):
Breadboards should be manipulated using the lifting handles supplied. If these are not available, use appropriate
lifting equipment.
Breadboards must be lifted by two people and standard lifting safety precautions must be observed.
Breadboards should be lifted only in an unpopulated condition.
3) Fit the lifting handles supplied to the breadboard as shown in Section 3.3.1.
4) Observing the warnings listed above, lift the breadboard into position.
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