7 Maintenance
Q-632 Miniature Rotation Stage
MP129E
Version: 1.1.2
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In this Chapter
General Notes on Maintenance ................................................................................................... 31
Performing a Maintenance Run ................................................................................................... 31
Cleaning the Q-632 ...................................................................................................................... 31
7.1
General Notes on Maintenance
NOTICE
Damage due to improper maintenance!
Improper maintenance can lead to misalignment and failure of the Q-632.
Only loosen screws according to the instructions in this manual.
7.2
Performing a Maintenance Run
The maintenance run must comprise at least one full rotation of the motion platform of the
Q-632.
Do the maintenance run after every 10 million steps.
7.3
Cleaning the Q-632
Requirements
You have disconnected the rotation stage from the electronics.
Cleaning the rotation stage
Only when the rotation stage is
not
used in vacuum:
When necessary, clean the surfaces of the rotation stage with a cloth that is lightly
dampened with a mild cleanser or disinfectant.
Only when the rotation stage is used in vacuum:
Touch the rotation stage only with powder-free gloves.
If necessary, wipe the rotation stage clean.
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Maintenance