Table of Contents Safety Intended use Safety messages Safety messages in this manual Getting started Device description Overview Checking the packing list Transport and storage Long-term storage or shipping Instructions for use Specimen size and processing Placing the specimens Handling a flexible specimen holder Adjusting the height of the flexible specimen holder Adjusting the horizontal position of the flexible specimen holder...
Intended use The device is intended to be used as a specimen holder to secure the specimen during a semi-automatic materialographic preparation process. The device is intended to be used in combination with Struers equipment for grinding/polishing: • Tegramin-25: 140 mm diameter flexible specimen holder •...
Ignoring this information and mishandling of the equipment can lead to severe bodily injuries and material damage. WARNING Struers equipment must only be used in connection with and as described in the Instruction Manual supplied with the equipment. Flexible specimen holder...
• Tegramin-25, Tegramin-30: V. 1.33 or later • LaboForce-100: V. 3.03 or later Failure to do so can result in specimens being ejected from the machine. CAUTION To prevent specimens from detaching from the specimen holder, make sure that the specimen or specimens are covered completely by the flexible specimen holder.
If, at any time after the installation, you have to move the unit or place it in storage, there is a number of guidelines we recommend that you follow. • Package the unit securely before transportation. Insufficient packaging could cause damage to the unit and will void the warranty. Contact Struers Service. Flexible specimen holder...
4 Instructions for use • Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Long-term storage or shipping • Before storage or shipping, place the device in its original packaging. Instructions for use CRUSHING HAZARD Keep your hands clear of the flexible specimen holder when lowering the specimen mover.
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4 Instructions for use You can use the flexible specimen holder for preparing round, hollow specimens. Specimen sizes CAUTION Use only specimens that are within the recommended dimensions. If they are not within the recommended dimensions, they can detach from the flexible specimen holder and drop. Flexible specimen holder size 140 mm (5.5") Height...
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4 Instructions for use Note Do not use the flexible specimen holder to prepare specimens where the top part of the specimen is not supported by the bottom part of the specimen. If you do, the specimen will tilt. Flexible specimen holder...
4 Instructions for use Placing the specimens Note Place the specimens so that they do not extend beyond the MD-disc. Always place the longest side of the specimen so that it is parallel with the rotational direction. Flexible specimen holder...
Make sure that you use sufficient force according to the specimen size and Struers recommendations. The Struers Metalog Guide methods are based on a specimen with an area of 7 cm Adjust the method according to your specific specimen area.
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4 Instructions for use Hint Make sure that the preparation surface is sufficiently wet before you start the preparation process. 1. Press the Lower/Raise button to make sure that the specimen mover head is fully raised. 2. Press the black button on the specimen mover head. 3.
This procedure applies only to LaboForce-100. Adjust the height of the ring to be able to use the flexible specimen holder with LaboForce-100. See the manual supplied with the specific equipment. Adjusting the height of the flexible specimen holder The following applies only when a flexible specimen holder is used.
4 Instructions for use 4. Support the LaboForce-100 head and loosen the screw in the adjustment ring. V-shaped groove Adjustment ring Fastening screw 5. Press the Lower/Raise button to lower the specimen mover head. An error message will appear as the specimen mover head is not in contact with the adjustment ring.
5 Maintenance 1. Press the Lower/Raise button to lower the specimen mover head. 2. Loosen the 2 fastening screws holding the column of the control panel. 3. Place the flexible specimen holder in a position that does not allow the specimen to run more than 1 mm over the edge of the preparation disc.
Subject Specifications Safety standards CE-labeled according to EU directives REACH For information about REACH, contact your local Struers office. Noise level See the noise level stated for the specific machine using this device. Operating environment Surrounding 0 – 40°C (41 – 104°F)
7 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution The process The flexible Change the force. cannot be started. specimen holder Use higher specimens. is too close to the See error Change the configuration. See surface. messages for the the Instruction Manual for the machine.
The specimen geometry is round and solid. It is difficult to The coupling is Check the coupling. insert the flexible worn out. Contact Struers Service. specimen holder in the machine. The surfaces are The specimen Remove burrs. being damaged. has burrs.
Responsibility of the manufacturer The following restrictions should be observed, as violation of the restrictions may cause cancellation of Struers legal obligations. The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for errors in the text and/or illustrations in this manual. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Based on: 17067901 A Declaration of Incorporation of Partly Completed Machinery Manufacturer Struers ApS • Pederstrupvej 84 • DK-2750 Ballerup • Denmark Name Flexible specimen holder Model Function Specimen holder for LaboForce-100, Tegramin-25 and Tegramin-30 Type 07066941 and 07066961 The above listed machinery is only intended to be used with:...
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