2 Safety
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Version: 1.1.0
PZ258E
P763 Nanopositioner
The P-763 is driven by piezo actuators. Temperature changes and compressive stress can induce
charges in piezo actuators. Piezo actuators can remain charged for several hours after
disconnecting from the electronics. Touching or short-circuiting the contacts in the P-763's
connectors could lead to minor injuries from electric shock. The piezo actuators can be
destroyed by an abrupt contraction.
Do
not
open the P-763.
Discharge the P-763's piezo actuators before installing:
Connect the P-763 to the switched-off electronics from PI equipped with an internal
discharge resistor.
Do
not
pull the connectors out of the electronics during operation.
Do
not
touch the contacts in the connectors.
Use screws to secure the P-763's connectors against being pulled out of the electronics.
Mechanical forces can damage or misalign the P-763.
Avoid impacts that affect the P-763.
Do
not
drop the P-763.
Do
not
exceed the maximum permissible stress and load capacities according to the
specifications (p. 33).
Do
not
touch any sensitive parts (e.g., platform) when handling the P-763.
The P-763 is maintenance-free and achieves its positioning accuracy as a result of the optimal
alignment of mechanical components and piezo actuators. Loosened screws cause a loss in
positioning accuracy.
Loosen screws only when instructed in this manual.
Do
not
open the P-763.
