User Manual
A311D0002 Rev 2.0
11-Nov-2021
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PI (Physik Instrumente) L.P.
16 Albert Street, Auburn, MA 01501
Tel: 508-832-3456 Fax: 508-832-0506
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8.2. Preparing the Stage for Transport
If the stage requires movement, transport or shipping, follow these steps:
1. Disconnect stage cables.
2. Remove the payload.
3. Remove the stage base mounting screws. With the air supply on, move the stage table by hand if needed to
access the mounting holes in the stage base.
4. With the air supply on, move the stage table to one end of travel by hand.
5. Install the shipping lock but do NOT fully tighten the lock screws.
6. Turn off the air supply and disconnect the air supply line from the stage.
7. Tighten the 4x stage shipping lock bolts using a 4mm Allen wrench. The bolts should be tight enough to
prevent any motion of the bracket, but do not require a specific bolt torque.
The stage is now secured and can be safely moved. If the stage needs to be shipped, use the original packing
materials.
Use care when moving the stage. Avoid any shocks, drops or bumps that can cause scratches,
dings, dents, or distortion of the stage.
The stage table should never be moved without the air supply turned on. Moving the stage table
with no air supply, causing sliding metal-to-metal contact, may damage the bearing surfaces.
Do not attempt to move or transport the stage with the payload attached. This may damage the
stage and the payload.
When lifting the A-311, take care to lift only by the base plate of the stage. Do not lift using any
other part of the mechanical system, or damage may occur.
The A-311 stage weighs up to 55 kg in its largest size. Use care when lifting and use two people to
lift.
