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AbraPlan-30
Instruction Manual
Original Instructions
Doc. no.: 16297025-01_A_en-us
Date of release: 2023.03.29

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  • Page 1 AbraPlan-30 Instruction Manual Original Instructions Doc. no.: 16297025-01_A_en-us Date of release: 2023.03.29...
  • 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 2023.03.29. AbraPlan-30...

  • 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 AbraPlan-30 - overview 4 Transport and storage 4.1 Storage 5 Installation 5.1 Unpack the machine 5.2 Check the packing list 5.3 Power supply...
  • Page 4 7.5.2 Emergency stop 7.5.3 Safety cover 7.6 Spare parts 7.7 Service and repair 7.8 Disposal 8 Troubleshooting - AbraPlan-30 8.1 Messages and errors - AbraPlan-30 8.1.1 Messages 8.1.2 Errors 9 Technical data 9.1 Technical data 9.2 Safety Circuit Categories/Performance Level 9.3 Noise and vibration levels...
  • Page 5 10 Manufacturer Declaration of Conformity AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    AbraPlan-30 is for professional automatic plane grinding of materials for further materialographic preparation and inspection. The device is designed to be used with Struers consumables specially designed for this purpose and this type of device. The machine must be operated only by skilled/trained personnel.

  • Page 7: Abraplan-30 Safety Precautions

    This machine must be operated and maintained only by skilled/trained personnel. Struers equipment must only be used in connection with and as described in the Instruction Manual supplied with the equipment. If the equipment is subjected to misuse, incorrect installation, alteration, neglect, accident or incorrect repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage to the user or the equipment.

  • Page 8: Safety Messages

    21. Always use working gloves when changing the grinding stone/diamond grinding discs. Safety messages Struers uses the following signs to indicate potential hazards. ELECTRICAL HAZARD This sign indicates an electrical hazard which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 9: Safety Messages In This Manual

    Incorrect voltage can damage the electrical circuit. ELECTRICAL HAZARD For electrical installations with Residual Current Circuit Breakers For AbraPlan-30 a residual current circuit breaker Type B, 30 mA is required (EN 50178/5.2.11.1). For electrical installations without Residual Current Circuit Breakers The equipment must be protected by an insulation transformer (double-wound transformer).

  • Page 10: Getting Started

    Contact Struers Service. Getting started Device description AbraPlan-30 is a semi-automatic machine for high speed materialographic plane grinding with a 356 mm diameter grinding disc. A recirculation cooling unit must be connected for supplying cooling water to the grinding process.

  • Page 11: Abraplan-30 - Overview

    We recommend connecting the machine to an exhaust system to remove fumes from the working area. If the emergency stop is activated, the power to all hazardous moving parts is cut. AbraPlan-30 - overview AbraPlan-30 Front view - with safety cover...
  • Page 12 B Opening for water outlet hose C Electrical connection box Electrical connection box A AUX connector B Beacon connection C Service sockets The grinding chamber A Stone guard B Flushing/cooling unit (flushing gun and holder) C Dressing arm Control panel Control panel functions ►19. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 13: 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. • We recommend that you use the original packaging and fittings.

  • Page 14: Check The Packing List

    Incorrect voltage can damage the electrical circuit. ELECTRICAL HAZARD For electrical installations with Residual Current Circuit Breakers For AbraPlan-30 a residual current circuit breaker Type B, 30 mA is required (EN 50178/5.2.11.1). For electrical installations without Residual Current Circuit Breakers The equipment must be protected by an insulation transformer (double-wound transformer).

  • Page 15: Noise

    Prolonged exposure to loud noises may cause permanent damage to a person’s hearing. Use hearing protection if the exposure to noise exceeds the levels set by local regulations. Vibration For information on the total vibration exposure to hand and arm, see this section: Technical data ►49 AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 16: Compressed Air Supply

    For specifications, see Technical data ►49. Struers recommends that the machine is connected to an exhaust system. Connect a 52 mm pipe to the exhaust outlet on the machine. Connect the other end of the pipe to the exhaust system.
  • Page 17 Note To prevent corrosion, Struers recommends using a Struers additive in the cooling water. For more information, see the additive container. Line the tank with a clean plastic liner.

  • Page 18: Connecting An External Recirculation Unit

    Make sure that the electrical power supply voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the type plate of the pump. Incorrect voltage can damage the electrical circuit. CAUTION The pressure of the cooling fluid supplied to the machine must be max. 2 bar. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 19: Connecting To The Water Supply

    Connecting to the water supply You can connect the machine to the main water supply. However, this requires a special valve and flow sensor. If needed, contact Struers Service for advice. Operate the device CAUTION Do not use the machine with non-compatible accessories or consumables.
  • Page 20 Press the Turn/push knob knob to select a function or save a selected setting. Back • Press this button to return to the previous screen or to cancel functions/changes. Start • Starts the preparation process. Stop • Stops the preparation process. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 21: The Display

    You cannot disable this beep. Standby mode To increase the lifetime of the display, the back-light is dimmed automatically if the machine has not been used for a while. (10 min) • Press any key to re-activate the display. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 22: Navigating In The Display

    • Press the button to cancel changes. 6.2.2 Main menu From the Main menu screen you can choose between the following options: • Grinding • Dressing You can also access the maintenance and configuration screens. • Maintenance • Configuration AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 23: Changing Settings And Text

    Navigate to select Save & Exit. Press the Turn/push knob knob to exit the screen. 6.2.4 Software settings Start-up - the first time For instructions on how to navigate in the display, seeNavigating in the display ►22 AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 24: Configuration

    From the Configuration menu you can access a number of settings and parameters. From the Main menu select Configuration. From the Configuration menu, select: – Options for general settings. 6.3.1 Operation mode User levels You can select three different user levels as operation mode. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 25: New Pass Code

    Change the pass code and confirm your selection. 6.3.3 Water during grinding To enable or disable water during grinding, do the following: From the Main menu select Configuration > Options > Water during grinding. Set the value to Yes or No AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 26: Mounting A Grinding Stone Or Diamond Grinding Disc

    Therefore, make sure that you select the correct grinding stone/diamond grinding disc. Dressing is automatically disabled when a diamond grinding disc is selected. If the dressing arm is down, it will be raised to its "park" position. AbraPlan-30...
  • Page 27 – The grinding stone or diamond grinding disc must be intact. – The grinding stone or diamond grinding disc must be dry when you mount it. – The flange must be clean and smooth. AbraPlan-30...
  • Page 28 The dresser needs to perform a surface search. Press Enter to start the procedure 17. Press the Turn/push knob knob to continue. A surface search starts automatically to determine the height of the stone and the reference position. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 29: Clamp And Level The Specimens

    If you are using a Uniforce leveling device, see the instructions manual for this device. Inserting or removing the specimen holder CAUTION A specimen holder with specimens can be heavy. Do not release the specimen holder until it is secured in the coupling. Use working gloves to protect fingers and hands. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 30: Grinding

    From the Main menu select Grinding. Select the grinding mode. The following modes are available: • Removal Select a specific amount of material to be removed from the specimens. • Time Select a specified length of time for the process. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 31: Starting The Grinding Process

    Starting the grinding process Close the cover of the machine. When you have selected the grinding mode, make sure that the settings are correct. Press the Start button. Cooling The recirculation pump starts automatically when the process is started. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 32: Stopping The Grinding Process

    Make sure that the grinding stone is dressed at regular intervals to keep the stone plane and sharp. A diamond tool is used for automatically dressing the grinding stone. Note Always select the correct setup when you insert or change the grinding stone. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 33: Dressing Setup Of Diamond Tool

    To dress a diamond grinding disc: Mount 3 aluminum oxide dressing sticks in a specimen holder and grind for a few seconds. See the manual for the aluminum oxide dressing sticks. 6.8.1 Dressing setup of diamond tool You can set up the dressing function. AbraPlan-30...
  • Page 34 Time The stone will be dressed at regular intervals. Grinding mode Dressing mode Removal Removal or Time Time Time Removal-Time Removal or Time When Dressing mode is set to Removal, you can adjust Dresser sensitivity. AbraPlan-30...
  • Page 35 Remaining height of stone The value shows how much grinding stone is available. Function keys Redetect the surface, if there is a high rate of wear on the grinding stone. Change the grinding stone. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 36: Maintenance And Service

    Check the level of the cooling fluid after 8 hours of use, or at least once a week. If needed, fill up the tank with more cooling fluid. • Check the filters. Clean the filters, if needed. 7.2.1 Checking the recirculation tank Check and, if necessary, change the cooling fluid. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 37: Weekly

    If the dressing arm is down, press F1 to lift it to its top position. Make sure that the specimen holder motor is raised to its top position. Open the cover. Move the flushing gun out of the way. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 38: Monthly

    See the manual supplied with the specific equipment. • Clean the recirculation unit. • Replace the cooling fluid at least once a month. Note Replace the cooling fluid immediately if you notice that it is infected by algae or bacteria. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 39: Cleaning The Recirculation Unit

    Place the other end of the hose in a container of a suitable size. From the Maintenance menu select Empty recirculation tank. Press F1 to start the pump. The pump stops automatically. To stop it manually, press Stop Follow the on-screen instructions. CAUTION Avoid skin contact with the cooling fluid additive. AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 40: Annually

    Test the safety devices The safety devices must be tested at least once a year. WARNING Do not use the machine with defective safety devices. Contact Struers Service. Note Testing should always be performed by a qualified technician (electromechanical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, etc.).

  • Page 41: Emergency Stop

    Test 1 Press the Start button. The machine starts operating. Press the emergency stop. If operation does not stop, press the Stop button. Contact Struers Service. Test 2 Press the emergency stop. Press the Start button. If the machine starts, press the Stop button.

  • Page 42: Spare Parts

    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 43: Disposal

    8   Troubleshooting - AbraPlan-30 Disposal Equipment marked with a WEEE symbol contains electrical and electronic components and must not be disposed of as general waste. Contact your local authorities for information on the correct method of disposal in accordance with national legislation.

  • Page 44: Messages And Errors - Abraplan-30

    The machine is very noisy The axial bearing is defective. Contact Struers Service. when idling. The spindle or motor bearings Contact Struers Service. are defective. Messages and errors - AbraPlan-30 Error messages are divided into two classes: • Messages and errors AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 45: Messages

    8   Troubleshooting - AbraPlan-30 8.1.1 Messages Messages provide information about the machine’s status and minor errors. 8.1.2 Errors Errors must be corrected before operation can be continued. Press Enter to acknowledge the error/message. Error message Cause Action Information Operation mode does not Change operation mode allow editing.
  • Page 46 8   Troubleshooting - AbraPlan-30 Error message Cause Action Warning If no beacon is installed, disable the beacon in the Beacon not detected! Options menu. Either check beacon If a beacon is installed: connection or disable it check the connection. in Options menu.
  • Page 47 8   Troubleshooting - AbraPlan-30 Error message Cause Action Error Something has prevented Check the air supply. the specimen mover head The mover head did not Make sure that nothing tried from moving. move correctly. obstructs the movement of the specimen mover head.
  • Page 48 8   Troubleshooting - AbraPlan-30 Error message Cause Action Error The dresser could not Re-start. complete the reference Dresser movement error If the error remains, search movement. during searching. contact Struers Service. Error The dresser must detect the Re-start. stone centre washer as a...

  • Page 49: Technical Data

    The cover open signal is present while the lock is Re-start. locked. If the error remains, Call a Service contact Struers Service. Technician. Fatal error Re-start. Emergency stop If the error remains, released, but monitoring contact Struers Service.
  • Page 50 LCD, TFT-color 5.7", 320 x 240 dots with LED back light Safety standards CE-labeled according to EU directives REACH For information about REACH, contact your local Struers office. Operating environment Surrounding temperature 5-40°C (41-104°F) Humidity < 85 % RH non-condensing...
  • Page 51 LpA = 64.6 dB(A) (measured pressure level at value). Uncertainty K = 4 dB workstations Vibration level Declared vibration emission Total vibration exposure to upper parts of the body does not exceed 2.5 m/s2. Dimensions and weight Width (without cover) Depth Height Weight AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 52: Safety Circuit Categories/Performance Level

    Also, the permissible exposure level can vary from country to country. This information, however, will enable the user of the machine to make a better evaluation of the hazard and risk. Vibration level During preparation AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 53: Safety Related Parts Of The Control System (Srp/Cs)

    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 54: Diagrams

    400 V: 2PU54075 i55AE175F1AV10001 Diagrams If you wish to view specific information in detail, see the online version of this manual. 9.5.1 Diagrams - AbraPlan-30 Title AbraPlan-30, Block diagram 16293053 B AbraPlan-30, Water diagram 16292005 A AbraPlan-30, Air diagram...
  • Page 55 9   Technical data 16293053 B AbraPlan-30...
  • Page 56 : l a : e l o i t e l l AbraPlan-30...
  • Page 57 Appr. Init yyyy-mm-dd yyyy-mm-dd Material: Scale: Format: Tolerance: DS/ISO 2768 - Weight : Sheet 1 of 1 Description: Rev: Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Copenhagen 16292002 Air Diagram for AbraPlan-30 Denmark Phone :+45 44600 800 Fax : +45 44600 804 AbraPlan-30...

  • Page 58: Legal And Regulatory Information

    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 59 Based on: 16297902 B Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Struers ApS • Pederstrupvej 84 • DK-2750 Ballerup • Denmark Name AbraPlan-30 Model Function Plane grinding machine Type 0629 Cat. no. 06296129 06296146 Serial no. Module H, according to global approach We declare that the product mentioned is in conformity with the following legislation, directives and standards:...
  • Page 60 Tõlked leiate aadressilt Katso käännökset osoitteesta Pour les traductions, voir Za prijevode idite na A fordítások itt érhetők el Per le traduzioni consultare www.struers.com/Library 翻 訳 については、 Vertimai patalpinti Tulkojumus skatīt Voor vertalingen zie For oversettelser se Aby znaleźć tłumaczenia, sprawdź...

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