Slide Pack Handling Precautions

Handling

Do not disassemble the parts. This will result in loss of functionality.
Tilting the slider or slide rail may cause them to fall by their own weight.
Take care not to drop or strike the slide pack. Otherwise, it may cause injury or damage the unit. Even if there is no outward indication of damage, a sudden impact could prevent the unit from functioning properly.
Wear appropriate safety gear, such as protective gloves and safety shoes, when handling the product.

Use

The static permissible load of the slide pack varies according to the direction.
Prevent foreign material, such as cutting chips or coolant, from entering the product. Failure to do so could damage the product.
Prevent foreign materials, such as cutting chips, coolant, corrosive solvents, or water from getting in the product by using a bellows or cover when the product is used in an environment where such a thing is likely.
If foreign materials such as cutting chips adhere to the product, replenish the lubricant after cleaning the product.
Do not subject this product to harsh conditions, such as an abnormally hot, cold, damp, or dusty environment, or intense repeated motion that would cause it to heat up due to friction. Use of this product under such conditions can result in damage or loss of functionality.
If the slide pack will be used in an inverted orientation, take preventive measures such as adding a safety mechanism to prevent items from falling. If the slider is damaged due to an accident, etc., balls may fall out or the slider may become detached from the slide rail and fall down.
When you remove the slider from the slide rail and then reassemble them, inserting the slide rail into the slider while twisting them may cause balls to fall or damage the slider. Be sure to gently insert the rail straight into the slider while checking the position of the slider balls and the rail raceway.
Do not use the supplied stopper as a mechanical stopper. This may damage the stopper due to impact.
Do not forcibly drive a pin, key, or other positioning device into the product. This could create indentations on the raceway and impair the product's function.
Using the product while rolling elements are missing could lead to premature failure of the product.
If any rolling elements fall out, contact THK. Do not use the product in that condition.
If the mounting material lacks sufficient rigidity or accuracy, the bearing load may be focused in one area, and bearing functionality will dramatically decrease. Therefore, carefully consider the rigidity and accuracy of the housing and base, and the strength of the securing bolts.

Lubrication

Lithium soap-based grease No. 2 is applied to the slider and ball circulation components.
Do not mix different lubricants. Even greases containing the same type of thickening agent may, if mixed, interact negatively due to disparate additives or other ingredients.
The consistency of grease changes according to the temperature. Take note that the slide pack's slide resistance may be affected by changes in viscosity.
After lubrication, the sliding resistance of the slide pack may increase due to the stirring resistance of the grease. Be sure to let the grease break in fully before use.
Excess grease may spatter after lubrication. Wipe off spattered grease as necessary.
Grease deteriorates over time, which decreases the lubricity, so perform regular grease inspections and replenish grease based on frequency of use.
However, note that the lubrication interval may vary according to operating conditions and the service environment. Set the final lubrication interval/amount based on the actual machine.

Storage

When storing the slide pack, pack it as designated by THK and store it indoors in a horizontal position away from extreme heat or cold and high humidity.
Please note that if the product has been kept in storage for an extended period, the lubricant inside may have deteriorated. Please ensure that you replenish the lubricant before use.

Disposal

The product should be treated as industrial waste and disposed of appropriately.