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CitoPress-5

Instruction Manual

Original Instructions

Doc. no.: 15777025-01_B_en

Date of release: 2024.11.07

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Page 1 CitoPress-5 Instruction Manual Original Instructions Doc. no.: 15777025-01_B_en Date of release: 2024.11.07...
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. CitoPress-5...
Page 3 Table of Contents 1 About this manual 2 Safety 2.1 Intended use - CitoPress-5 2.2 CitoPress-5 safety precautions 2.2.1 Read carefully before use 2.3 Safety messages 2.4 Safety messages in this manual 3 Get started - introduction 3.1 Device description 3.2 Overview 3.3 Struers knowledge...
Page 4 8.6.1 Check the bolts 8.6.2 Water couplings 8.6.3 Cleaning the water filter 8.6.4 Decalcify the cooling coil 9 Spare parts 10 Service and repair 10.1 The service menus 10.1.1 Statistics 10.1.2 Sensors 11 Disposal 12 Troubleshooting 12.1 Error messages CitoPress-5...
Page 5 12.2 Acoustic signals 12.3 Machine performance 13 Technical data 13.1 Technical data 13.2 Diagrams for CitoPress-5 13.3 Legal and regulatory information 14 Manufacturer Declaration of Conformity CitoPress-5...
Page 6 For professional materialographic hot mounting of materials for further materialographic inspection. The machine must be operated only by skilled/trained personnel. The machine is designed to be used only with Struers consumables specifically designed for this purpose and this type of machine.
Page 7 12. Make sure that the outlet hose is safely attached to the water outlet system. 13. Only use water or water with approved Struers cooling additives as a cooling medium. 14. Make sure that the mounting unit is installed correctly: •...
Page 8 2 Safety 24. The machine is designed to be used only with Struers consumables specifically designed for this purpose and this type of machine. 25. 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 9 2 Safety Safety messages in this manual CAUTION Struers equipment must only be used in connection with and as described in the Instruction Manual supplied with the equipment. CAUTION Risk of burns or scalding Water from the water outlet hose may become very hot.
Page 10 Wear safety shoes when handling heavy machinery. Get started - introduction Device description CitoPress-5 is an electro-hydraulic unit for hot mounting materialographic specimens with Struers hot mounting materials. Each mounting unit can be equipped with the different cylinder sizes. Cylinders can easily be exchanged if a different diameter is needed.
Page 11 3 Get started - introduction To operate CitoPress-5, the operator raises the ram. The sample is placed onto the ram which is then lowered to its lowest limit. The required mounting material is filled into the cylinder. The top closure is closed, and the mounting process can be started.
Page 12 For further information, see the section on Mounting on the Struers website. 3.3.1 Application Guide for Hot Mounting Hint Find useful mounting data and hints in Struers Application Guide for Hot Mounting. This is delivered with the machine but is also available in the Struers website on http://www.struers.com. CitoPress-5...
Page 13 The Struers Website (http://www.struers.com) Consumables The machine is designed to be used only with Struers consumables specifically designed for this purpose and this type of machine. 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.
Page 14 Pcs. Description CitoPress-5 top closure with upper ram lower ram piston pin mount release agent, Struers AntiStick scraper Lift the machine CRUSHING HAZARD Take care of your fingers when handling the machine. Wear safety shoes when handling heavy machinery. Note 2 persons are required to lift the machine.
Page 15 Type A, 30 mA (EN 50178/5.2.11.1) or better is (RCCB) required Note If the plug supplied on this cable is not approved in your country, the plug must be replaced with an approved plug. See section Technical data ► 55 for information on electrical supply and consumption. CitoPress-5...
Page 16 CitoPress-30. 4.5.1 Connection to the machine All cables are equipped with an IEC 320 cable connector. Connect the cable connector to CitoPress-5. 4.5.2 Single-phase supply Electrical power supply cable with 2-pin plug (European Schuko) The 2-pin plug (European Schuko) is for use on single-phase electrical power connections.
Page 17 Water supply Cooling water is provided by the water supply. 4.7.1 Connect the cooling water inlet Note Connect only to cold water. Procedure Mount the pressure hose onto the water inlet tube on the back of the machine (A). CitoPress-5...
Page 18 Connect the cooling water outlet CAUTION Risk of burns or scalding Water from the water outlet hose may become very hot. Mount a hose on the water outlet. (A) Place the unconnected end of the water outlet hose in a drain. CitoPress-5...
Page 19 Remove the top closure and the swivel arm on the mounting unit (if already mounted). Unscrew the cover screw. Remove the mounting unit top plate. Open the mounting unit cover. Place the lower ram on the top of the piston rod. CitoPress-5...
Page 20 4 Installation A Piston rod B Lower ram C Axle journal Align the hole in the lower ram with the hole in the axle journal on top of the rod. D Piston pin Insert the piston pin. CitoPress-5...
Page 21 Mounting unit, bottom view Place the mounting unit loosely over the hydraulic cylinder. Rotate the mounting unit to line up the keyhole locking slots with the 4 studs on the hydraulic cylinder. CitoPress-5...
Page 22 When the mounting unit is located on top of the hydraulic cylinder, turn it clockwise until the 2 arrows are aligned and it locks into position. A Arrows aligned CitoPress-5...
Page 23 Tighten the retaining screw. Mounting unit, side view A Retaining screw Connect the mounting unit’s 2 loose cables to the 2 sockets on CitoPress-5. • The large plug to the large socket (with the red dot on the plug facing up) and the small plug to the small socket.
Page 24 A Inlet connection: male fitting (red) B Outlet connection: male fitting (blue) Connect the male inlet and outlet water couplings on the mounting unit to the female fittings on CitoPress-5. • Hold the spring-loaded collar down and connect the water coupling.
Page 25 11). Remove the cover screw. Remove the mounting unit top plate. Open the mounting unit cover. A Mounting unit cover B Mounting unit Disconnect the water hoses – clearly marked blue (inlet) and red (outlet). Remove the retaining screw. CitoPress-5...
Page 26 13. Align the hole in the lower ram with the hole in the axle journal on top of the rod. 14. Insert the piston pin. 15. Make sure that the ends of the pin do not protrude. 16. Push the piston pin out from the lower ram, and lift it off. CitoPress-5...
Page 27 A build-up of mounting material can make it difficult to remove the lower ram from the mounting unit. Note Contact Struers Service for advice on how to loosen the lower ram. 4.12 Remove the mounting unit ELECTRICAL HAZARD Disconnect the machine from the electrical power supply and water supply before installing or removing the mounting unit.
Page 28 Unscrew the handles (D) on either side of the top closure cap (E). Remove the handles by turning them counter-clockwise. Remove the top closure cap. Remove the retaining washer (F). Remove the top nut (C), spring (B) and spacer (A). CitoPress-5...
Page 29 • 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 30 Operate the device Navigation and control panel Button Function Scroll up • Scroll up in the menu • Increase the value of a setting. Scroll down • Scroll down in the menu • Decrease the value of a setting. CitoPress-5...
Page 31 Stop the machine. Switch on the machine Note The screens we show in this Instruction may differ from the actual screens on your machine as the software is continuously updated. Switch on the machine on the power switch (A). CitoPress-5...
Page 32 The initial start up screen is displayed. The first time you start the machine, you are prompted to select the language you wish to use. Navigate to the desired language. Select the language. The start-up screen Service info is shown: CitoPress-5...
Page 33 The language can be set to English (default), German, French, Spanish or Japanese. Display contrast You can adjust the display to make it easier to view. Default value: 25. Adjustment range: 0-50. Temperature unit Settings: Celsius or Fahrenheit. Pressure unit Settings: Bar or psi. CitoPress-5...
Page 34 Press Esc to move from Configuration back to Main menu. Basic operation CAUTION This machine must be operated and maintained only by skilled/trained personnel. Process In Process > Process setup, there are 2 main areas: A Heating B Cooling CitoPress-5...
Page 35 The following example shows how to change the heating temperature value. Use this example to change other settings as well. In Process setup, go to the temperature field under Heating. Choose the temperature field and select. Increase or decrease the temperature as needed (go up or down). CitoPress-5...
Page 36 Place the sample on the ram. The sample must be clean, dry and free from grease. The distance between the sample and the cylinder wall must be minimum 3 mm to avoid cracks in the resin. Press Down. CitoPress-5...
Page 37 If the ram does not fit easily into the cylinder, then check ram and cylinder for cured mounting material. The tolerance between the cylinder and the ram is very small and even small amounts of mounting material from previous mountings may cause problems. CitoPress-5...
Page 38 During the mounting process the screen shows the progress of the current stage (Heating or Cooling) and the time remaining before the mounting process is complete. If you wish to view the process settings, press Enter. Press Escape to return to the process screen. CitoPress-5...
Page 39 During operation, the mount and the mounting unit becomes very hot. CAUTION Always follow the recommended heating and cooling parameters described in Struers Application Guide for Hot Mounting. See 3.3.1. Note The mount may be destroyed if you stop the mounting process during the process.
Page 40 Note If the sides of the rams are heavily scratched, they must be replaced. If the top closure has been dropped, causing a dent or deformation in the edge of the upper ram, the ram must also be replaced. CitoPress-5...
Page 41 The top nut is a wear part because its threads get worn over time. Therefore, it is crucial to remove any residues of mounting material, or it will reduce the lifetime of the top nut. Lubricate the threads with a dry lubricant resistant to high temperatures as the mounting cylinder operates at high temperatures. CitoPress-5...
Page 42 Remove the mounting unit. Remove the piston pin and dismount the lower ram. Remove the mounting material under the lower ram with a cloth or a soft brush. Remount the lower ram and secure with the piston pin. Install the mounting unit. CitoPress-5...
Page 43 The threads of the top nut will get worn over time and therefore the top nut is a wear part. Inspect the threads of the top nut. If the threads are worn, do not use the top closure anymore. Contact Struers Service, and order a new top nut. Annually 8.6.1 Check the bolts Use a 17 mm torque wrench.
Page 44 In this case, you should decalcify the cooling coil once a year. Remove the mounting unit (see Remove the mounting unit ► 27). Drain water from the cooling system. Flush the coil with a mild decalcifying acid, and leave for ½ hour. CitoPress-5...
Page 45 If you have technical questions or when you order spare parts, state the serial number and the year of production. This information is stated in the name plate on the machine. For further information, or to check the availability of spare parts, contact Struers Service. Contact information is available on Struers.com.
Page 46 Database version (number) Bootloader version (number) Total usage Item Display Total operation time (hours) Hydraulic motor run time (hours) Heating element run time (hours) / (sum of all units) Number of On/Off operations (counter) Number of cooling activations (counter) CitoPress-5...
Page 47 A DC + Volt LCD contrast A DC + Volt Transformer overload Yes/No PCB outputs Item Display Relay for heating unit OK/short circuited Valve for cooling unit OK/short circuited Relay for voltage selector OK/short circuited RS232 Service Connected/not connected CitoPress-5...
Page 48 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. For disposal of consumables and recirculation fluid, follow local regulations. CitoPress-5...
Page 49 Note Errors must be corrected before operation can be continued. Press the displayed buttons for the commands Ok, Yes, No, Restart, Cancel or Later to proceed. If the error remains, contact Struers Service. Error messages, causes and actions Error Cause Action Pressure error with the Contact Struers Service.
Page 50 To remove the a process is running, message, press Enter you can see the again. process parameters. Turn CitoPress-5 off; then turn it back on again. If the error remains, contact Struers Service. Turn CitoPress-5 off; then turn it back on again.
Page 51 12 Troubleshooting Error Cause Action Turn CitoPress-5 off, wait for 5 minutes, and then turn back on again. If the error remains, contact Struers Service. Check cooling water connections. Insufficient or no cooling. If the error remains, contact Struers Service.
Page 52 The Heating unit has failed. Contact Struers Service. 12.2 Acoustic signals Error Cause Action Long beep. The command cannot be accepted. Use a correct command.
Page 53 Deposits of lime scale have built up Decalcify the cooling coil ► in the cooling coil. There is a defect in the cooling Contact Struers Service. system. Cooling water drips Remove the cover from the The quick coupling is not mounted...
Page 54 • Try to mount the top closure connection in the top closure or to without the upper ram. If this the upper ram. is not possible, contact Struers Service. • Try to insert the disconnected upper ram into the mounting cylinder.
Page 55 25, 30, 40, 50 mm (1.25", 1.5") Compression Mounting pressure 50-350 bar in steps of 25 bar/725- 5076 psi in steps of 363 psi. For 50 mm cylinder in diameter, the max. pressure is limited to 250 bar/3625 psi CitoPress-5...
Page 56 Touch pad electronics Display LCD 4.8" with LED backlight Safety standards See the Declaration of Conformity REACH For information about REACH, contact your local Struers office Operating environment Surrounding 5-40°C (41-104°F) temperature Humidity < 85% RH non-condensing Power supply Voltage/frequency...
Page 57 If you want to view specific information in detail, see the online version of this manual. Title Block diagram 15773050 ► 58 Water diagram 15731001 ► 59 Hydraulic diagram 15731000 ► 60 Circuit diagram See the diagram number on the name plate of the equipment, and contact Struers Service via Struers.com. CitoPress-5...
Page 58 13 Technical data 15773050 CitoPress-5...
Page 59 13 Technical data 15731001 CitoPress-5...
Page 60 13 Technical data 15731000 CitoPress-5...
Page 61 Pursuant to Part 15.21 of the FCC Rules, any changes or modifications to this product not expressly approved by Struers ApS could cause harmful radio interference and void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 14 Manufacturer...
Page 63 Based on: 16987900 B Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Struers ApS • Pederstrupvej 84 • DK-2750 Ballerup • Denmark Name CitoPress-5, CitoPress-15, CitoPress-30 Model Function Hot mounting press Type 0577, 0573, and/or 0574 Cat. no. CitoPress-5: 05776127 CitoPress-15: 05736127 CitoPress-30: 05746127 Serial no.
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