Figure 4-2: Hardcover Removal (Right) - Aerotech ATX165SL Hardware Manual

ATX165SL/SLE
Figure 4-2: Hardcover Removal (Right)
3. Remove any accumulated dust or debris from the inside of the assembly.
4. Remove any dirty or dried lubricant from the ball screw.
Use a clean, lint-free cloth with a side-to-side motion.
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Use a swab soaked in Isopropyl Alcohol to remove stubborn debris.
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5. Move the stage to the opposite end of travel. If the stage has an optional brake, the stage cannot
be moved by hand.
If the stage has a brake: restore power to the stage, drive it to the desired position, then remove
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power
Redo Steps 3 and 4 for any areas covered by the previous table position.
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6. Clean the end of the ball-screw nut and wiper with a clean, lint-free cloth or swab.
7. Clean the linear bearing guides with a clean, lint-free cloth or swab.
8. Apply a thin, continuous film of lubricant to the ball-screw threads and linear bearing guides.
Aerotech recommends that you use a good quality, natural bristle artist's brush.
9. Move the stage to the opposite end of travel. If the stage has an optional brake, the stage cannot
be moved by hand.
If the stage has a brake: restore power to the stage, drive it to the desired position, then remove
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power.
Redo Steps 6 through 8 for any areas covered by the previous table position.
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10. Refasten the hardcovers. If the stage has an optional brake, the stage cannot be moved by hand.
If the stage has a brake: restore power to the stage, drive it to the desired position, then remove
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power.
Refasten the hardcover that was covered by the previous table position.
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11. Restore power to the stage and drive the stage table back to its original position to redistribute
lubricants.
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