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ATOM linear encoder system
Side mount applicator shown
Scale
(attached to substrate)
Scale
Splitter screw
Backing paper
Direction of scale application
Start position
8. Apply rm nger pressure via a clean, dry, lint-free cloth to ensure scale end adheres well to the substrate.
9. Slowly and smoothly move the applicator through the entire length of travel, ensuring the backing paper ispulled manually from the scale and does not catch under the applicator.
NOTE: When using the top mount applicator ensure the backing paper left at the start of the axis is removed.
11. Apply rm nger pressure via a clean, dry, lint-free cloth along the length of the scale after application to ensure complete adhesion.
12. Remove the applicator and, if necessary, adhere the remaining scale manually.
Slim and side mount applicators: Fit readhead mounting bracket after removal of scale applicator.
13. Clean the scale using Renishaw scale wipes or aclean, dry, lint-free cloth.
14. RTLF: Fit datum clamp and end covers (page 19) and, if needed, deselect reference marks that are not required as detailed (page 21).
RKLF: Fit end clamps and, if needed, deselect reference marks that are not required (page 20).
10. Remove the applicator and, if necessary, adhere the remaining scale manually.