Renishaw ATOM RTLF Series Installation Manual page 18

8. Apply firm finger pressure via a clean, dry, lint-free cloth to ensure scale end adheres well to the substrate.
9. Slowly and smoothly move the applicator through the entire length of travel, ensuring the backing paper is pulled manually from the scale and does not catch under the applicator.
Side mount applicator shown
Scale
(attached to substrate)
Start position
10. Remove the applicator and, if necessary, adhere the remaining scale manually.
NOTE: When using the top mount applicator ensure the backing paper left at the start of the axis is removed.
11. Apply firm finger pressure via a clean, dry, lint-free cloth along the length of the scale after application to ensure complete adhesion.
12. Remove the applicator and, if necessary, adhere the remaining scale manually.
Slim and side mount applicators: Fit readhead mounting bracket after removal of scale applicator.
13. Clean the scale using Renishaw scale wipes or a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.
14. RTLF: Fit datum clamp and end covers (page 19) and, if needed, deselect reference marks that are not required as detailed (page 21).
RKLF: Fit end clamps and, if needed, deselect reference marks that are not required (page 20).
18 ATOM linear encoder system
Direction of scale application
Scale
Splitter screw
Backing paper