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--- stage_packaging [2019/07/08 13:54] – jon
+++ stage_packaging [2022/10/12 14:21] (current) – jon
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 ====== Packaging an XY Stage for Shipment ======
-Begin by inserting the shipping bolt in the stage.  If you no longer have a shipping bolt or your stage is not fitted to use one, secure the stage with either zip ties or tape as available so that the plates cannot move during shipping.  **This is the most important step.**
+__**Step 1:**__ Begin by inserting the shipping bolt in the stage.  If you no longer have a shipping bolt or your stage is not fitted to use one, secure the stage with either zip ties or tape as available so that the plates cannot move during shipping.  **This is a very important step and should not be omitted.**
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-The stage is packaged using a piece of cardboard with plastic wrap attached to one side.  If the packaging has been previously used, start by spreading this cardboard flat with the plastic wrap facing up.  It can be convenient to place a small box centered below the cardboard to facilitate bending the sides down later. Fold up the sides slightly so that the plastic wrap is loose as shown in Figure 1.
+__**Step 2:**__ When returning a stage for RMA, it is ideal to return the stage in the original packaging which uses a special piece of cardboard with attached plastic wrap attached.
+If you are returning the stage and do not have the original packaging, proceed by wrapping the stage in durable foam or a similar other manner where the stage will not hit the sides of the outer box even if the box is roughly handled in transit.  Do not use styrofoam peanuts unless the stage is first sealed in an airtight bag (to prevent dust).  The remainder of the instructions assume you have the original packaging.
+Start by spreading the cardboard flat with the plastic wrap facing up.  It is helpful to place a small box centered below the cardboard to facilitate bending the sides down later. Fold up the sides slightly so that the plastic wrap is loose as shown in Figure 1.
 [{{ :stage_packaging_1.jpg?500 |//Figure 1: Unfold the cardboard, fold the sides up and lift up the plastic wrap//}}]
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 [{{ :stage_packaging_5.jpg?500 |//Figure 5: Place in the outer box//}}]
+__**Step 3: (if applicable)**__
 If you are also packaging a MS-2000 controller, find the 14" x 10" x 9" box that it came in along with two pieces of cardboard with plastic film.  The controller will get sandwiched between the film.
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 [{{ :controller_packaging_2.jpg?300 |//Figure 7: Put the insert with cut plastic film over the joystick//}}]
-Cables, power brick, and other accessories are usually individually wrapped and shipped in a 12" x 8" x 4" box.
+Cables, power brick, and other accessories are usually individually wrapped and shipped in a 12" x 8" x 4" box.  For RMA purposes these are usually not required.
 All of these individual boxes are then placed inside a 18" x 18" x 18" box for shipping as a complete package.

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