2 Safety
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Version: 2.1.1
MS222E
H-845 Hexapod System
Incorrect mounting can warp the base plate. Warping of the base plate reduces the
accuracy.
Mount the hexapod on an even surface. The recommended evenness of the
surface is 100 µm.
The hexapod can be damaged by excessively long screws.
When selecting the screw length, observe the thickness of the motion platform
(p. 64) or the depth of the mounting holes together with the load to be
mounted.
Only use screws that do not project under the motion platform after being
screwed in.
Only mount the hexapod and a load on the mounting fixtures (holes) intended
for this purpose.
The M850B0448 power supply can be damaged due to disturbed heat dissipation.
Install the power supply only with its bottom side (equipped with rubber feet)
facing downwards.
Place the power supply in a location with adequate ventilation to prevent
internal heat build-up.
Allow at least 15 cm clearance from the front and the rear of the unit and 1 cm
from the bottom (ensured by the feet of the chassis).
2.2.4 Safety Measures during Start-Up
There is a risk of injuries caused by crushing which can occur between the moving
parts of the hexapod and a stationary part or obstacle.
Keep any part of your body away from areas where they can get caught by
moving parts.
The geometrical data used by the hexapod controller must be adapted to the hexapod.
If incorrect geometrical data is used, the hexapod can be damaged by uncontrolled
motions or collisions. The geometrical data is adapted before delivery.
Check whether the hexapod controller matches the hexapod.
A label on the rear panel of the controller indicates for which hexapod the
controller is intended.
Use the CST? command to query for the active hexapod geometry file (see
documentation of the hexapod controller). Thus you can check if the label on
the rear panel is still correct.
Only operate the hexapod with a hexapod controller whose geometrical data
is adapted to the hexapod.
