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Safety
WARNING
Please take care when operating the dome via MaxDome.
Equipment damage or personal injury may potentially
result from unexpected motion of the dome.
If an emergency stop is required, you can stop dome movement as follows:
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ASCOM Dome Control Panel – click the STOP button to stop the dome
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AutomaDome – click the Emergency Stop button.
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Manual Stop – turn off the power switch.
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The dome will stop rotating if the manual control is actuated in the
opposite direction, but only for as long as the button is held down.
opposite direction, but only for as long as the button is held down.
For the safety of both personnel and equipment, please keep in mind the
following:
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Make sure that the dome and shutter are not obstructed.
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Make sure that all personnel are clear of the dome during automated
operation.
operation.
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Do not leave the dome unattended during automated operation
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Power off the dome controller when not in use
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For remote operation, we recommend the use of a webcam or similar
device to verify dome operation, especially to verify shutter closure.
Although MaxDome includes magnetic switches which confirm dome
closure, visual inspection is recommended to ensure that the equipment is
protected against the weather.
device to verify dome operation, especially to verify shutter closure.
Although MaxDome includes magnetic switches which confirm dome
closure, visual inspection is recommended to ensure that the equipment is
protected against the weather.