THORLABS APF503 User Manual page 5

Chapter 2 Safety
Warning
Piezo actuators are driven by high voltages. Voltages up to 150V may be
present at the connector. This is hazardous and can cause serious injury.
Appropriate care should be taken when using this device.
Persons using the device must understand the hazards associated with using
high voltages and the steps necessary to avoid risk of electrical shock.
The piezo controller must be switched OFF before the piezo actuator is
connected or disconnected. Failure to switch the controller off may result in
damage to either the controller, the piezo amplifier or both.
Caution
When removed from its packaging, the piezo assembly can be easily damaged
by mishandling. In particular, do not squeeze the assembly, or apply
compression to the mechanical flexure. Excessive compression could cause
the piezo to become detached from the mechanical amplifier assembly (see
Section 5.1. for limits).
Rev C Aug 2019
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