Takagi OM-8 - Preparations for Operation; Adjusting The Balance

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Preparations for Operation
■ Adjusting the Balance
1.Loosen the vertical movement locking handle
by turning it counterclockwise.
・When options are attached, the resulting weight
gain will lower the arm.
・When options are removed, the resulting weight
loss will cause the arm to rise.
● Be careful not to catch your nger in the arm when moving the arm up and down.
● Be sure to adjust the counterbalanced arm's balance.
Without adequate balance adjustment, sudden descent or ascent of the counterbalanced
arm may cause accidents.
● When options are attached or removed, the resulting change in weight will necessitate
adjusting the counter-balanced arm's balance by means of the balance adjustment handle.
Without adequate balance readjustment, sudden descent or ascent of the counterbalanced
arm may cause accidents.
● In case that the counterbalanced arm’s balance cannot be adjusted properly as the arm
drops by itself, discontinue the use of the OM-8 immediately.
● After making all the attachments and connecting the cables as as described in " Installation ", carry
out the following procedures.
● When options are attached or removed, the resulting change in weight will necessitate adjusting the
counter-balanced arm's balance by means of the balance adjustment handle.
● To adjust the counter-balanced arm's balance, release the vertical movement lock handle, then adjust the
balance adjustment handle until the arm rises naturally and slowly.
OM8-T39
Loosen
OM8-T50
Balanceadjustmenthandle
2.To adjust the counter-balanced arm, turn the
balance adjustment handle in the appropriate
direction as described on the right until the arm
rises naturally and slowly
・When the counter-balanced arm has
descended, turn the balance adjustment handle
counterclockwise.
・When the counter-balanced arm has risen, turn
the balance adjustment handle clockwise.
CAUTION