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LaboPol-60
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
Doc. no.: 16347025-01_B_en
Date of release: 2022.10.13

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  • Page 1 LaboPol-60 Instruction Manual Original Instructions Doc. no.: 16347025-01_B_en Date of release: 2022.10.13...
  • Page 2 Copyright The contents of this manual are the property of Struers ApS. Reproduction of any part of this manual without the written permission of Struers ApS is not allowed. All rights reserved. © Struers ApS 2022.10.13. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    2.2.1 Read carefully before use 2.3 Safety messages 2.4 Safety messages in this manual 3 Getting started 3.1 Device description 3.2 LaboPol-60 - Front view 3.2.1 Control panel/Specimen movers 3.3 LaboPol-60 - Rear view 3.4 Struers knowledge 3.5 Accessories and consumables 4 Transport and storage 4.1 Transport...
  • Page 4 7.2.8 Starting and stopping the machine 7.2.9 Removing the specimens 7.2.10 Changing the specimen mover plate 8 LaboForce-100 8.1 Installation 8.1.1 Unpacking 8.1.2 Checking the packing list 8.1.3 Installation - LaboForce-100 8.1.4 Electrical connection to the machine 8.1.5 Compressed-air connections LaboPol-60...
  • Page 5 9.2.4 The splash guard 9.2.5 Inserting a specimen 9.2.6 Adjusting the force 9.2.7 Forced rotation of specimens 9.2.8 Manual preparation 9.2.9 Starting and stopping the machine 9.2.10 Removing the specimens 9.2.11 Changing the specimen mover plate 10 LaboDoser-10 10.1 Unpacking LaboPol-60...
  • Page 6 11.1.3 Installing LaboDoser-100 11.2 Operating LaboDoser-100 11.2.1 Changing lubricant/suspension 11.2.2 Cleaning the tubes 11.2.3 Changing the pump tubes 12 Maintenance and service - LaboPol-60 12.1 General cleaning 12.2 Daily 12.3 Weekly 12.3.1 LaboForce-100 - the specimen mover head 12.4 Monthly 12.4.1 LaboForce-50 - pressure feet...
  • Page 7 14.5 Safety Related Parts of the Control System (SRP/CS) 14.6 Diagrams 14.6.1 Diagrams - LaboPol-60 14.6.2 Diagrams - equipment units 14.7 Legal and regulatory information 15 Pre-installation checklist 15.1 Installation requirements 15.2 Packaging specifications 15.3 Location 15.4 Dimensions 15.5 Recommended space 15.6 Transport and storage...

  • Page 8: About This Manual

    1   About this manual About this manual Instruction Manuals Struers equipment must only be used in connection with and as described in the Instruction Manual supplied with the equipment. Note Read the instruction manual carefully before use. Note If you wish to view specific information in detail, see the online version of this manual.

  • Page 9: Labopol-60 Safety Precautions

    Model LaboPol-60 LaboPol-60 safety precautions 2.2.1  Read carefully before use In combination with: LaboUI, LaboForce-50, LaboForce-100, LaboForce-Mi, LaboDoser-100. Ignoring this information and mishandling of the equipment can lead to severe bodily injuries and material damage.

  • Page 10: Safety Messages

    Always switch off the electrical power supply and remove the plug or power cable before dismantling the machine or installing additional components. Struers recommends that the main water supply is shut off or disconnected if the machine is to be left unattended.

  • Page 11: Safety Messages In This Manual

    This sign indicates that additional information and hints are available. Safety messages in this manual WARNING Struers equipment must only be used in connection with and as described in the Instruction Manual supplied with the equipment. CRUSHING HAZARD Take care of your fingers when handling the machine.
  • Page 12 Wear suitable gloves to protect fingers from abrasives and warm/sharp specimens. CAUTION When you perform manual grinding or polishing, be careful not to touch the disc. CAUTION Do not try to collect a specimen from the tray while the disc is rotating. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    LaboPol-60 is a dual disc machine for materialographic preparation (grinding/polishing) using preparation discs of 230, 250 or 300 mm in diameter. LaboPol-60 is for manual preparation when used with LaboUI. The right disc is always intended for manual preparation. LaboPol-60 is for semi-automatic preparation when used with LaboForce-50, LaboForce-100 or LaboForce-Mi.

  • Page 14: Labopol-60 - Front View

    We recommend that an exhaust system is applied when alcohol-based suspension or lubricants are used. If the emergency stop is activated, the power to all moving parts is cut. LaboPol-60 - Front view A Connection for control panel/specimen mover B Splash guard for manual...

  • Page 15: Control Panel/Specimen Movers

    LaboForce-100 • Control panel functions ►48. LaboForce-Mi • Control panel functions ►67. LaboPol-60 - Rear view A Main switch B Fuses C Electrical power socket D Waste water outlet E Water inlet from recirculation cooling unit F Water inlet from main...

  • Page 16: Struers Knowledge

    Specimens can be prepared to the perfect finish, the true structure, or the preparation can be stopped when the surface is acceptable for a specific examination. Hint For further information, see the section on Grinding and Polishing on the Struers website. Accessories and consumables...

  • Page 17: Long-Term Storage Or Shipping

    • Lift the machine onto a stable surface. Long-term storage or shipping Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. • Clean the machine and all accessories thoroughly. • Disconnect the unit from the electrical power supply.

  • Page 18: Installation

    5   Installation Installation Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Remove the loose parts. Remove the unit from the box. Checking the packing list Optional accessories may be included in the packing box.

  • Page 19: Location

    Do not lift the machine by the light gray top part or by the water tap. Always lift the machine from beneath. Weight LaboPol-60 50 kg (110 lbs) Lift the machine by gripping the base of the machine from beneath, from both the left side and the right side.

  • Page 20: Power Supply

    The leads must be connected as follows: Yellow/Green Earth (ground) Brown Line (live) Blue Neutral 5.5.2 2-phase supply The 3-pin plug (North American NEMA) is for use on 2-phase electrical power connections. The leads must be connected as follows: LaboPol-60...

  • Page 21: Connection To The Machine

    Use a hose clamp to fasten the hose to the pipe. Lead the other end of the waste water hose to the waste water drain.If needed, shorten the hose. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 22: Recirculation Unit

    Lead the other end of the hose into the mounting hole in the bracket on top of the static filter unit. Make sure that the hose slopes downward towards the waste water drain throughout its entire length.If needed, shorten the hose. A Static filter unit LaboPol-60...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Communication Cable

    Installing the preparation disc LaboPol-60 has two preparation discs. The following instructions apply to both discs. Note Make sure that the cavity on the underside of the preparation disc and the cone on the machine are clean.

  • Page 24: Vibration

    C Control panel column Installation 6.1.1 Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Remove the loose parts. Remove the unit from the box. 6.1.2 Checking the packing list Optional accessories may be included in the packing box.

  • Page 25: Installation - Laboui

    Do not tighten the screws completely. Cover the holes with the two cover caps. Allen key and cover caps are supplied with LaboPol. A V-ring B Fastening screws Operating the device 6.2.1 Control panel functions CAUTION Keep clear of rotating parts during operation. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 26: Water Tap

    For optimal results and to avoid splashing, position the water tap between the center and the left edge of the polishing disc. Applying water manually • To start applying water, press the Water button and open the water tap. • To stop applying water, press the Water button or close the water tap. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 27: The Spin Function

    CAUTION Do not try to collect a specimen from the tray while the disc is rotating. CAUTION When the disc is rotating, make sure your hands are kept completely clear of its periphery and out of the splash bowl. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 28: Starting And Stopping The Machine

    Starting and stopping the machine Starting the machine WARNING Do not use the machine with defective safety devices. Contact Struers Service. CAUTION When working at machines with rotating parts, take care to prevent clothes and/or hair from being caught by the rotating parts.

  • Page 29: Laboforce-50

    D Specimen mover head E Control panel column Rear view A Rotation switch (Specimen mover head) B Locking handle C Type plate The specimen mover A Housing B Force indicators C Quick release ring D Force adjustment screw E Pressure feet LaboPol-60...

  • Page 30: Installation

    7   LaboForce-50 Installation 7.1.1 Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Remove the loose parts. Remove the unit from the box. 7.1.2 Checking the packing list Optional accessories may be included in the packing box.

  • Page 31: Adjusting The Specimen Mover

    A V-ring B Fastening screws 7.1.4 Adjusting the specimen mover Inserting a specimen mover plate Before you adjust the specimen mover, you must insert a specimen mover plate. For approved specimen mover plates, see: • The LaboSystem brochure (https://www.struers.com/Products/Grinding-and- Polishing/Grinding-and-polishing-equipment/LaboSystem) LaboPol-60...
  • Page 32 Press the specimen mover head down as far as possible. Use the locking handle to lock the specimen mover head in operating position. A Spacing disc Lower the column until the specimen mover plate rests on the spacing disc. Adjust the horizontal position of the specimen mover plate. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 33: Operating The Device

    Allen key and cover caps are included in the package. Operating the device 7.2.1 Control panel functions CAUTION Keep clear of rotating parts during operation. CAUTION When working at machines with rotating parts, take care to prevent clothes and/or hair from being caught by the rotating parts. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 34: Water Tap

    Only use the spin function to rotate the preparation disc at high speed • to remove water from the surface of the disc. • to remove water from an MD-Disc or a SiC Foil/SiC Paper before you remove it, LaboPol-60...

  • Page 35: The Splash Guard

    Each position is marked for easy identification of the individual specimen. For taller specimens Pull the quick-release A Force indicator ring and lift the housing. B Force adjustment Lift the pressure feet up screw as far as possible. C Pressure foot Lower the housing back into position. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Force

    If you cannot prepare a specimen by using a standard specimen mover plate or specimen holder, you can prepare it manually. When you perform manual preparation, you hold the specimen in your hand and press it firmly onto and across the preparation surface. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 37: Starting And Stopping The Machine

    For manual preparation you can use the switch on the side of the specimen mover head to disable rotation of LaboForce-50. A Switch 7.2.8 Starting and stopping the machine Starting the machine WARNING Do not use the machine with defective safety devices. Contact Struers Service. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 38: Removing The Specimens

    Turn the emergency stop button to release the emergency stop. 7.2.9 Removing the specimens To release the specimens, pull the quick-release ring. When you have removed the specimens, lower the spring housing back into position. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 39: Changing The Specimen Mover Plate

    3 – 4 mm over the edge of the preparation disc. 10. Lower the housing back into position. LaboForce-100 Front view A Control panel B Turn/push knob knob C LED lights (not shown) D Specimen mover head E Control panel column LaboPol-60...

  • Page 40: Installation

    8   LaboForce-100 Installation 8.1.1 Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Remove the loose parts. Remove the unit from the box. 8.1.2 Checking the packing list Optional accessories may be included in the packing box.

  • Page 41: Electrical Connection To The Machine

    – a faint hissing sound does not mean that there is an air leak. 8.1.6 The specimen mover The specimen mover can be used with specimen mover plates for single specimens or specimen holders for multiple specimens. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 42 Insert the specimen mover plate and rotate it until the three pins are aligned with the holes in the specimen mover. Push the specimen mover plate upwards until it locks in position. Release the black button on the specimen mover head.Make sure that the specimen mover plate is securely fixed. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 43 A V-shaped groove B Pin C Adjustment ring D Fastening screw 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. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 44 Moves the specimen mover head to the right. With an MD-disc Place the specimen mover plate in a position that allows the specimen to run 3 – 4 mm over the edge of the preparation disc. A Disc edge B Specimen mover plate LaboPol-60...

  • Page 45: The 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 Adjust the method according to your specific specimen area. Procedure...
  • Page 46 Select the ‘thickest’ preparation surface to be used and place it on the preparation disc. Usually, this will be SiC Foil on an MD- Gekko disc, or SiC Paper on an MD-Fuga disc, or an MD-Alto. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 47 A V-shaped groove B Pin C Adjustment ring D Fastening screw 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. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 48: Labodoser-100 With Laboforce-100

    If you are using LaboDoser-100 with LaboForce-100, see the specific machine manual. 8.1.9 LaboDoser-10 with LaboForce-100 If you are using LaboDoser-10 with LaboForce-100, a table stand is required. Operating the device 8.2.1 Control panel functions CAUTION Keep clear of rotating parts during operation. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 49 This function is only active when dosing units are installed. • Manual override: Press this button to apply diamond suspension from the doser bottle. Lubricant This function is only active when dosing units are installed. • Manual override: Press this button to apply lubricant from the doser bottle. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 50: Water Tap

    Only use the spin function to rotate the preparation disc at high speed • to remove water from the surface of the disc. • to remove water from an MD-Disc or a SiC Foil/SiC Paper before you remove it, • to dry an MD-Disc or an MD-Chem cloth LaboPol-60...

  • Page 51: The Splash Guard

    The screens shown in this manual may differ from the actual screens in the software. The display is the user-interface to the software. When you switch on the machine, the display shows the configuration and the version of the installed software. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 52: Main Menu

    Turn the knob to increase or decrease the numeric value, or to toggle between two options. – If there are only two options, press the knob to toggle between the two options. – If there are more than two options, a pop-up box is shown. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 53: Changing Settings And Text

    Press the Turn/push knob knob to toggle between the options. Navigate to select Save & Exit. Press the Turn/push knob knob to exit the screen. 8.2.9 Software settings Start-up - the first time Navigating in the display ►52 for instructions on how to navigate in the display. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 54: Configuration

    Select Rename to activate the text editor and enter a name of your choice. The Options menu From the Options menu you can access the following settings: • Display brightness • Language LaboPol-60...
  • Page 55 When the Select operation mode dialog is shown, select the desired operation mode and confirm your selection. New pass code When you access the Operation mode menu, you will be prompted to enter a pass code. The default pass code is ‘2750’. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 56 • after the cleaning procedure. Procedure Select Configuration > Options > Time to fill empty tube. If needed, set the time. Confirm your selection. Pump cleaning time This function applies when LaboDoser-100 is used with LaboForce-100. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 57: Maintenance Menu

    Cleaning of specimen mover head See also LaboForce-100 - the specimen mover head ►82. • Reset configuration See also Resetting the configuration ►57. • Service information Resetting the configuration Resetting the configuration will reset all configuration parameters to their default factory settings. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 58: The Preparation Process

    If a preparation surface or suspension is changed in a method, this will be reflected in the corresponding method. Selecting a preparation method From the Main menu select a preparation method. • Specimen holder methods Specimens are clamped in specimen holders and prepared. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 59 This value is the pre-dosing level, the amount of suspension or lubricant which is applied to the surface before the actual preparation step is started. This lubricates the surface to prevent damage from occurring if the specimens were to run on a dry surface. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 60 Use a mounting resin with a wear resistance similar to the wear resistance of the specimens. • Use 150 rpm for both grinding disc and specimen mover. • If you are using lower speeds, decrease the speed on both the disc and the specimen mover. • Use co-rotation. LaboPol-60...
  • Page 61 If needed, select the dosing level. Select the lubricant bottle number. If needed, select the dosing levels or water. Set Speed for the disc rotation speed. Set Time for the preparation time. Starting and stopping the preparation process ►62. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 62: Starting And Stopping The Preparation Process

    The process stops automatically when the set preparation time has expired. To stop the process before the set preparation time has expired, press the Stop button. The step being stopped is highlighted in orange on the screen. The process is paused. The Pause icon is shown on the display. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 63: Laboforce-Mi

    Turn the emergency stop button to release the emergency stop. LaboForce-Mi Front view A Control panel B Disc speed control C LED light (not shown) D Control panel column E Force adjustment column LaboPol-60...

  • Page 64: Installation

    D Type plate Installation 9.1.1 Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Remove the loose parts. Remove the unit from the box. 9.1.2 Checking the packing list Optional accessories may be included in the packing box.

  • Page 65: The Specimen Mover

    Use the Allen key to tighten the two fastening screws. Do not tighten the screws completely. A V-ring B Fastening screws 9.1.4 The specimen mover A Mover cross for forced rotation B Force adjustment screw C Force indicator D Quick-release button E Pressure feet F Specimen mover plate LaboPol-60...
  • Page 66 Use the locking handle to lock the specimen mover head in operating position. A Spacing disc Lower the column until the specimen mover plate rests on the spacing disc. Adjust the horizontal position of the specimen mover plate. SeeAdjusting the horizontal position of the specimen mover plate ►67. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 67: Operating The Device

    Operating the device 9.2.1 Control panel functions CAUTION Keep clear of rotating parts during operation. CAUTION When working at machines with rotating parts, take care to prevent clothes and/or hair from being caught by the rotating parts. A Disc speed control LaboPol-60...

  • Page 68: Water Tap

    MD-Disc or a SiC Foil/SiC Paper before you remove it, • to dry an MD-Disc or an MD-Chem cloth • To start the spin function, press and hold the Disc rotation button. • To stop the spin function, release the Disc rotation button. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 69: The Splash Guard

    B Move the column up or down to approximately the correct force. Fine adjustment C To adjust the force, turn the force adjustment screw. D The marks on the spring-loaded force indicator column correspond to the actual force in Newton as stated in this table: Indication Force 2.5 N LaboPol-60...

  • Page 70: Forced Rotation Of Specimens

    If you cannot prepare a specimen by using a standard specimen mover plate or specimen holder, you can prepare it manually. When you perform manual preparation, you hold the specimen in your hand and press it firmly onto and across the preparation surface. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 71: Starting And Stopping The Machine

    Starting and stopping the machine Starting the machine WARNING Do not use the machine with defective safety devices. Contact Struers Service. CAUTION When working at machines with rotating parts, take care to prevent clothes and/or hair from being caught by the rotating parts.

  • Page 72: Removing The Specimens

    When you have removed the specimens, lower the pressure feet back into position. 9.2.11 Changing the specimen mover plate If you wish to prepare specimens of another diameter, use a different specimen mover plate. The specimens must fit the holes in the specimen mover plate. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 73: Labodoser-10

    (grinding or polishing) of materials for further materialographic inspection. The device is designed to be used with Struers consumables specially designed for this purpose and this type of device. LaboDoser-10 can be mounted on: •...

  • Page 74: Unpacking

    LaboDoser-10 mounted on a LaboDoser-10 table stand 10.1 Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Remove the loose parts. Remove the unit from the box.

  • Page 75: Operating Labodoser-10

    When the preparation step has been completed, close the valve to stop dosing. 10.5 Changing lubricant/suspension Struers recommends using a separate bottle cap for each consumable. To use the bottle cap with another consumable: Remove the bottle. Hold the bottle firmly and remove the bottle cap.

  • Page 76: Labodoser-100

    B Connections for long pump tubes C Type plate D Electrical cable supplying power to the pumps E LaboDoser-100 F Short pump tubes G Pumps 11.1 Installation 11.1.1 Unpacking Note Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 77: Checking The Packing List

    Silicone tubes for the pump for alcohol-based products Instruction Manual set 11.1.3 Installing LaboDoser-100 Note The pumps and the connections on the back of the specimen mover are numbered to help you connect the tubes to the correct pump. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 78: Operating Labodoser-100

    Manual override: Press this button to apply lubricant from the doser bottle. 11.2.1 Changing lubricant/suspension Struers recommends using a separate bottle cap for each consumable. To use the bottle cap with another consumable: Remove the bottle. Hold the bottle firmly and remove the bottle cap.

  • Page 79: Cleaning The Tubes

    Clean the tubes when you switch between different types of lubricants/suspensions. Hint If the equipment is not to be used for a prolonged period of time, Struers recommends that you clean the tubes. LaboForce-100 is equipped with an automatic cleaning function for flushing the tubes between the bottles and the dosing nozzles.
  • Page 80 Move the white clips and the connector to the new silicone tube. Fit the new tube into the housing and press it firmly into place. Press the three rollers into the pump housing. 10. Mount the tube correctly in the pump. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 81: Maintenance And Service - Labopol-60

    If you have technical questions or when you order spare parts, state serial number and voltage/frequency. The serial number and the voltage are stated on the type plate of the machine. 12.1 General cleaning To ensure a longer lifetime for your machine, Struers strongly recommends regular cleaning. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 82: Daily

    12   Maintenance and service - LaboPol-60 Note Do not use a dry cloth as the surfaces are not scratch resistant. Note Do not use acetone, benzol or similar solvents. If the machine is not to be used for a longer period of time •...

  • Page 83: Monthly

    12   Maintenance and service - LaboPol-60 – Lower feet The pistons can be cleaned or lubricated. – Raise feet Moves the feet back into operating position. – Holder up Moves the specimen mover head up for cleaning. – Holder down Moves the specimen mover head back into operating position.

  • Page 84: Annually

    If you have technical questions or when you order spare parts, state the serial number. The serial number is stated on the type plate of the unit. For further information, or to check the availability of spare parts, contact Struers Service. Contact information is available on Struers.com.

  • Page 85: Service And Repair

    12.7 Service and repair Struers recommends that a regular service check be carried out yearly or after every 1500 hours of use. When the machine is started up, the display shows information about total operation time and the machines service information.

  • Page 86: Disposal

    Voltage and temperature monitor • Functional tests • Adjustment and calibration Service information can be used in cooperation with Struers Service for remote diagnostics of the equipment. 12.8 Disposal Equipment marked with a WEEE symbol contains electrical and electronic components and must not be disposed of as general waste.

  • Page 87: Laboforce-50

    13   Troubleshooting - LaboPol-60 Error Cause Action Water dripping underneath Leak in water hose or defect Turn the main switch off. the machine. in solenoid valve. Disconnect the unit from the electrical power supply. Turn the water supply off.Disconnect the unit from the water supply, if needed.

  • Page 88: Laboforce-100

    13   Troubleshooting - LaboPol-60 Error Cause Action Uneven specimens. Specimens are passing over Reposition the horizontal the center of the disc. position of the control panel. 13.3 LaboForce-100 Error Cause Action Specimen holder plate Specimen holder plate Replace specimen holder plate.
  • Page 89 13   Troubleshooting - LaboPol-60 Error Message Explanation Action Fatal error Failure of internal Re-start the machine. communication on start- Machine failed during If the error remains, Power On Self Testing. contact Struers Service. Please reboot the machine. Make a note of the Reason number.
  • Page 90 13   Troubleshooting - LaboPol-60 Error Message Explanation Action Error Wait for the disc motor to cool. Frequency inverter error! Reduce the force and The disc motor is continue the preparation overloaded. process. Fault code: 0.0 Thermal level: 0% Error Wait for the disc motor to cool.

  • Page 91: Laboforce-Mi

    13   Troubleshooting - LaboPol-60 Error Message Explanation Action Information The pneumatic head with Lower the pneumatic specimen mover plate is head. Specimen mover plate not not down when the lowered! Re-start the process. process is started. Appears if method is...

  • Page 92: 14 Technical Data

    Current, nominal load 5.7 A Current, maximum load 11.2 A Current, largest load 5.5 A Safety Circuit Emergency stop PL c, Category 1 Categories/Performance Stop category 0 Level Residual Current Circuit Type A, 30 mA (or better) is Breaker (RCCB) recommended LaboPol-60...

  • Page 93: Safety Circuit Categories/Performance Level

    For technical data covering the individual units of equipment, see the specific equipment manual. 14.5 Safety Related Parts of the Control System (SRP/CS) WARNING Safety critical components must be replaced after a maximum lifetime of 20 years. Contact Struers Service. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 94: Diagrams

    SRP/CS (safety-related parts of a control system) are parts that have an influence on safe operation of the machine. Note Replacement of safety critical components must only be performed by a Struers engineer or a qualified technician (electromechanical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, etc.).
  • Page 95 14   Technical data 16333051 B LaboPol-60...
  • Page 96 14   Technical data 16333101 D (2 pages) YE/GN 1 AWG16 LaboPol-60...
  • Page 97 14   Technical data LaboPol-60...
  • Page 98 14   Technical data 16341001 A n i l s i l o i t t i n t i n : l a : e l o i t e l l LaboPol-60...

  • Page 99: Diagrams - Equipment Units

    Other products may contain aggressive solvents, which dissolve e.g. rubber seals. The warranty may not cover damaged machine parts (e.g. seals and tubes), where the damage can be directly related to the use of consumables not supplied by Struers. For information about the available range, see:...

  • Page 100: Packaging Specifications

    15   Pre-installation checklist • The LaboSystem brochure (https://www.struers.com/Products/Grinding-and- Polishing/Grinding-and-polishing-equipment/LaboSystem) • The Struers Consumables Catalogue (http://www.struers.com/Library) 15.2 Packaging specifications LaboPol - Dimensions and weight Pallet: 100 cm (39.5") Box: 84.2 cm (33.1") Pallet: 120 cm (47.5") Box: 108 cm (42.5") Pallet: 14.5 cm (5.7") Box: 57.5 cm (22.5")
  • Page 101 Box: 22.8 cm (4.6") Box: 26.8 cm (11.6") Box: 19.9 cm (7.8") Weight Box: 1 kg (2.2 lbs) LaboDoser-100 - Dimensions and weight Box: 25.2 cm (9.9") Box: 39.2 cm (15.4") Box: 39 cm (15.3") Weight Box: 3 kg (6.6 lbs) LaboPol-60...

  • Page 102: Location

    < 85 % RH non- condensing Table or workbench The machine is designed to be placed on a table or workbench. The Struers table is optional. The table must be able to carry at least: LaboUI 60 kg (132 lbs)

  • Page 103: Dimensions

    If you are installing a Struers table unit and a Struers recirculation unit, the recirculation cooling unit fits into a compartment in the table unit.If you are installing a Struers recirculation unit with another brand of table, make sure that there is enough space under and at the side of the table for the Struers recirculation cooling unit.
  • Page 104 15   Pre-installation checklist LaboPol - In combination with: LaboForce-100 (optional) 64 cm (25") 31 cm (12") 78 cm (31") LaboPol - In combination with:LaboForce-Mi (optional) 63.5 cm (25") 31 cm (12") 78 cm (31") Center of gravity LaboPol-60...

  • Page 105: Recommended Space

    22 cm (8.7") machine. Recommended space at the side for a LaboDoser-100 bottle tray. • With LaboForce and Lavamin. 70 cm (27") Space above the machine • With LaboForce (optional). Minimum free height from the 80 cm (32") table. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 106: Transport And Storage

    Package the unit securely before transportation. Insufficient packaging could cause damage to the unit and will void the warranty. Contact Struers Service. • Struers recommends that all original packaging and fittings are kept for future use. 15.6.1 Transport • Disconnect the unit from the electrical power supply.

  • Page 107: Unpacking

    Do not lift the machine by the light gray top part or by the water tap. Always lift the machine from beneath. Weight LaboPol-60 50 kg (110 lbs) Lift the machine by gripping the base of the machine from beneath, from both the left side and the right side.

  • Page 108: Power Supply

    6’) above floor level. Not higher than 1.7 m (5’ 6”) is recommended. Cable length: 2.5 m (8.2'). Single-phase supply The 2-pin plug (European Schuko) is for use on single-phase electrical power connections. 2-phase supply The 3-pin plug (North American NEMA) is for use on 2-phase electrical power connections. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 109: 15.10 Connection To The Machine

    PL c, Category 1 Categories/Performance Stop category 0 Level 15.12 Water supply Water inlet Note New water pipe installations: Leave the water to run for a few minutes to flush any debris from the pipe before connecting the machine to the water supply. LaboPol-60...

  • Page 110: 15.13 Compressed Air

    The recirculation cooling unit is optional. Recommended • Struers Cooling System 3 • Struers additive for recirculation cooling unit to prevent corrosion. Recirculation Cooling Unit specifications Power supply 2.5 m (8.2') electrical power cable for connection to a single- phase electrical power supply.

  • Page 111: 16 Manufacturer

    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. The manual may mention accessories or parts not included in the supplied version of the equipment.

  • Page 113: Declaration Of Conformity

    Based on: 16347901 C Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Struers ApS • Pederstrupvej 84 • DK-2750 Ballerup • Denmark Name LaboPol-60 Model LaboPol-60 Function Grinding/Polishing machine Type 06346127 In combination with: 06206901, 06356127, 06366127, 06386130, 06376902 Serial no. Module H, according to global approach...
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