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NSK linear guides are high quality and are
easy to use. NSK places importance on safety
in design. For maximum safety, please follow
precautions as outlined below.
(1) Lubrication
a. Remove the rust preventative rail-coating
before installation. If you are using oil as
a lubricant, consult NSK for compatibility
issues with the pre-packed factory grease.
(2) Handling
a. Interchangeable ball slides (randomly
matching types between rail and ball
slide) are installed to the provisional rail
when they leave the factory. Handle the
ball slide with care during installation to
the rail.
b. Do not disassemble the guide unless
absolutely necessary.
c. Ball slide will move easily. Make sure that
the ball slide does not disengage from the
rail.
d. Standard end cap is made of plastic and
may break if a direct force is applied.
(3) Precautions in use
a. Make every effort not to allow dust and
foreign objects to enter.
b. The temperature of the place where
linear guides are used should not exceed
80˚C (excluding heat-resistant type linear
guides.) A higher temperature may
damage the plastic end cap.
c. If the user cuts the rail, thoroughly
remove burrs and sharp edges on the cut
surface.
d. When hanging upside-down (e.g. the rail
is installed upside-down on the ceiling
in which the ball slide faces downward),
should the end cap be damaged, causing
the balls to fall out, the ball slide may be
detached from the rail and fall. For such
use, take measures including installing a
safety device.
(4) Storage
a. Linear rail may bend if stored
inappropriately. Place it on a suitable
surface, and store it in a flat position.
Confirm lubrication.
Handle with care.
Do not drop.
Do not disassemble.
Do not contaminate.
Do not hang upside down.
Temperature limitation.
Store in the correct position.
Do not use direct force.
Linear Guide: Handling Precautions
