ABL1000 Hardware Manual
Mechanical Specifications and Installation
Chapter 2: Installation
W A R N I N G : ABL1000 installation must be in accordance to instructions provided by this
manual and any accompanying documentation. Failure to follow these instructions could result
in injury or damage to the equipment.
2.1. Unpacking and Handling the Stage
W A R N I N G : It is the customer's responsibility to safely and carefully lift the stage.
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Make sure that all moving parts are secure before moving the ABL1000. Unsecured moving
parts may shift and cause bodily injury.
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Improper handling could adversely affect the performance of the ABL1000. Use care when
moving the ABL1000.
N O T E :
If any damage has occurred during shipping, report it immediately.
Carefully remove the ABL1000 from its protective shipping container. Gently set the ABL1000 on a smooth,
flat, and clean surface.
Before operating the ABL1000, it is important to let it stabilize at room temperature for at least 12 hours.
Allowing it to stabilize to room temperature will ensure that all of the alignments, preloads, and tolerances are
the same as they were when tested at Aerotech. Use compressed nitrogen or clean, dry, oil-less air to
remove any dust or debris that has collected during shipping.
Each ABL1000 has a label listing the system part number and serial number. These numbers contain
information necessary for maintaining or updating system hardware and software. Locate this label and
record the information for later reference.
Shipping Clamps
Red, anodized aluminum shipping brackets have been installed to prevent unwanted motion and potential
damage from occurring during shipment (see
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ABL1000 can be operated. Retain the brackets and hardware for future use.
W A R N I N G : Do not attempt to move the carriage (or table top) of the ABL1000 until the
shipping brackets have been removed. Moving the carriage with the shipping brackets installed
can cause permanent damage to the ABL1000.
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