Lubrication And Cleaning - Aerotech VascuLathe ACS Series User Manual

Maintenance

4.2. Lubrication and Cleaning

Linear
The linear bearings of the VascuLathe
to potential incompatibilities.
If a solvent is necessary for cleaning the stage, it is recommended that isopropyl rubbing alcohol be used.
Harsher solvents, such as acetone, may damage the plastic and rubber seals on the linear bearing trucks.
Refer to Section 4.5. Linear Lubrication and Cleaning Process
cedure.
Rotary
O-rings and collet piston seals should be lubricated with Parker O-Lube lubricant or an equivalent o-ring lubri-
cant.
Any metal parts may be cleaned with either acetone or isopropyl alcohol. Seals and o-rings may be wiped
with a small amount of isopropyl alcohol if necessary.
W A R N I N G : Acetone should never be used to clean the o-rings or seals.
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VascuLathe
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-ACS are greased with Dow Corning BR-2. Do not mix lubricants due
for the correct cleaning and lubrication pro-
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