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VascuLathe
-ACS Hardware Manual
Chapter 4: Maintenance
This chapter will cover information about component maintenance and replacement, intervals between lubri-
cations, detail the lubrication and inspection process, and cover which lubricants are recommended for use.
D A N G E R : To minimize the possibility of bodily injury or death, disconnect all electrical power
prior to making any mechanical adjustments.
Linear
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The VascuLathe
-ACS linear bearing area must be kept free of foreign matter and moisture; otherwise the
performance and life expectancy of the stage will be reduced. Always operate the stage with all covers and
seals in place to help keep contaminants out.
Rotary
Although the VascuLathe
may require preventative maintenance during the lifetime of the stage. This chapter will detail the lubrication,
inspection, and replacement process of various components.
W A R N I N G : Failure to follow the maintenance procedures outlined in this section will result in
voiding stage warranty.
N O T E : For the wet cut option, it is recommended that the rotary seal be replaced before 1000 hours of
service. Failure to follow the maintenance procedures outlined in
Replacement
will result in voiding of warranty.
4.1. Service and Inspection Schedule
Linear
Lubricant inspection and replenishment in VascuLathe
duty cycle, speed, and the environment. An inspection interval of once every few months is recommended
until a trend develops for the application. Longer or shorter intervals may be required to maintain the film of
lubricant on the bearing surfaces. In general, it is recommended that stages operating in a clean environment
be lubricated annually. For stages operating under conditions involving excessive debris, lubrication every six
months is recommended.
Rotary
Seal inspection and replacement in VascuLathe
cycle, speed, and the environment. A frequent inspection interval is recommended until a trend develops for
the application. As part of this inspection interval, the seals should be examined for excessive air or water
leakage. The application will determine the required replacement interval for the seals. The bearings, motor,
and encoder for the VascuLathe
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-ACS rotary axis is designed to be low in maintenance, there are a few items that
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-ACS rotary stages depends on conditions such as duty
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-ACS series require no preventative maintenance.
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Section 4.3.3. Wet Cut Rotary Union Seal
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-ACS series stages depends on conditions such as
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