2.4 m Alt-Azimuth Telescope Maintenance Manual MM-12920-1
EOS Technologies, Inc. • 3160 East Transcon Way, Suite 180 • Tucson AZ 85706 • USA
12/1/2009
Tel: +1 520 624 6399 • Fax: +1 520 624 1906 • Web:
www.eostech.com
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To prevent damage to equipment during maintenance procedures, review the following caution
statements.
CAUTION: Keep dirt and dust away from the optics by keeping covers closed
whenever possible.
Wear a grounding wrist strap whenever performing electronics
maintenance to reduce the risk of ESD damage.
Replace blown fuses only with identical fuses of the same current
rating and type to avoid fire hazards and equipment damage.
The telescope system must be securely and adequately grounded
whenever power is applied. During operation, grounding is
accomplished through the connections to the building.
Protect cables from contact with sharp objects. Do not kink cables
and never allow the cables to come in contact with oil, grease, hot
surfaces or chemicals.
After maintenance or installation, carefully inspect the area to
ensure that all tools, cleaning cloths, loose parts and so forth are
not left on or near the telescope, dome or Telescope Control
Cabinets.
Never touch any optical surface when working close to a mirror.
Clean optical surfaces using only approved procedures and
materials.
1.7.3 SAFETY
FEATURES
The telescope incorporates the following safety features:
1.7.3.1 Handles
Handles are provided for items that must be routinely moved manually. These are intended to
minimize the risk of injury from improper lifting, or damage from dropping the item.
1.7.3.2 Lifting
Points
Identifiable lifting points are included in appropriate locations to reduce the risk of damage
resulting from improper rigging.
1.7.3.3 Axis
Locks
Elevation axis locks are provided to lock the axis in position for alignment, maintenance or
inspection.
