TA Instruments TMA 2940 CE, Operator'S Manual

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NSTRUMENTS
TMA 2940 CE 2–13
Installing the Stage
To install the stage on the TMA 2940 CE, check
to make sure the furnace is raised and off to the
side. Then follow these steps (refer to Figure 2.5
for illustration of the parts):
1. Remove the stage shield by lifting it straight
up. (This is a friction fit.)
2. Turn the large stage nut counterclockwise to
remove it.
3. Twist the stage retainer ring (with key slots)
counterclockwise, and pull it up off the three
posts.
4. Remove the stage from the accessory kit.
5. Slide the wave washer (washer with rippled
edges) down over the top of the stage so
that it fits on the flange.
6. Slide the stage retainer ring down over the
top of the stage so that it rests on top of the
wave washer.
7. Insert the whole assembly (stage, wave
washer, and retainer ring) into the stage
opening, aligning the key slots in the retainer
ring with the posts.
8. Press down and turn the retainer ring
clockwise to lock the assembly in position.
9. Replace the large stage nut, turning it
clockwise to install it.
Installing the Instrument