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About this Document
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1.1 Objective and Target Audience of this User Manual.................................................. 1
1.2 Symbols and Typographic Conventions...................................................................... 1
1.3 Figures ........................................................................................................................ 2
1.4 Other Applicable Documents ..................................................................................... 2
1.5 Downloading Manuals ................................................................................................ 3
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Safety
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2.1 Intended Use .............................................................................................................. 5
2.2 General Safety Instructions ........................................................................................ 5
2.3 Organizational Measures ............................................................................................ 5
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Product Description
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3.1 Features and Applications .......................................................................................... 7
3.2 Model Overview ......................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Suitable Controllers .................................................................................................... 8
3.4 Product View .............................................................................................................. 9
3.5 Scope of Delivery ........................................................................................................ 9
3.6 Accessories ............................................................................................................... 10
3.7 Technical Features .................................................................................................... 12
3.7.1 Struts............................................................................................................ 12
3.7.2 Reference Switch and Limit Switches .......................................................... 12
3.7.3 Control ......................................................................................................... 12
3.7.4 Motion ......................................................................................................... 13
3.7.5 ID Chip.......................................................................................................... 16
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Unpacking
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Installation
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5.1 General Notes on Installation ................................................................................... 19
5.2 Determining the Permissible Load and Workspace ................................................. 20
5.3 Attaching the Snap-on Ferrite .................................................................................. 21
5.4 Grounding the Hexapod ........................................................................................... 22
5.5 Mounting the Hexapod on a Surface ....................................................................... 22
5.6 Fixing the Load to the Hexapod ................................................................................ 24
5.7 Optional: Removing the Coordinate Cube ............................................................... 25
5.8 Connecting the Hexapod to the Controller .............................................................. 26
Contents
