5 Installation
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Version: 2.1.1
MS222E
H-845 Hexapod System
NOTICE
Impermissible mechanical load and collisions!
Impermissible mechanical load and collisions between the hexapod, the load to be
moved, and the surroundings can damage the hexapod.
Only lift the hexapod using a crane. The crane must lift the hexapod by 3 ring
bolts and shackles affixed to the motion platform of the hexapod, see Figure 16
on p. 31.
Before installing the load, determine the limit value for the load of the hexapod
with a simulation program (p. 35).
The limit values determined with the simulation program are only valid when the
hexapod controller has the servo mode switched on for the axes of the motion
platform of the connected hexapod.
Before installing the load, determine the workspace of the hexapod with a
simulation program (p. 35).
The limits of the workspace vary depending on the current position of the
hexapod (translational and rotational coordinates) and the current coordinates of
the center of rotation.
Avoid high forces and torques on the motion platform during installation.
When the hexapod is mounted on a tilted surface:
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Verify that the hexapod is lifted by the crane without the hexapod slipping
from the tilted surface in a sudden motion.
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Verify that the chain of the crane remains under slight tension. If the tension
is too strong, impermissible forces can be exerted on the hexapod.
Ensure an uninterruptible power supply in order to prevent an unintentional
deactivation of the hexapod system.
Make sure that no collisions between the hexapod, the load to be moved, and
the surroundings are possible in the workspace of the hexapod.
NOTICE
Damage to the power supply!
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).
Never cover any ventilation openings as this will impede ventilation.
