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LaboForce-100 Instruction Manual Manual No.: 16367001 Date of Release:2017.07.17 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual...
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Service Manuals: Struers Service Manuals may only be used by a trained technician authorised by Struers. The Service Manual may only be used in connection with Struers equipment covered by the Service Manual. Struers assumes no responsibility for errors in the manual text/illustrations. The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the Instruction Manual. The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the equipment.
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The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the Instruction Manual. The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the equipment.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Disposal Equipment marked with a WEEE symbol contain electrical and electronic components and must not be disposed of as general waste. Please contact your local authorities for information on the correct method of disposal in accordance with national legislation.
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1. Getting Started 3 Checking the Contents ..............3 Unpacking LaboForce-100 ..............3 Placing LaboForce-100 ..............3 Getting Acquainted with LaboForce-100 ........... 4 Mounting LaboForce-100 ..............6 Electrical Connection................. 6 Compressed Air Connections ............7 Emptying the Water / Oil Filter..........7 Inserting Specimen Holders or Specimen Mover Plates ....
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LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Starting the Preparation Process ............. 35 Stopping the Process ..............35 Spin Function .................. 36 4. Operating LaboForce-100 Changing the Specimen Holder / Specimen Mover Plate ....37 Manual Preparation ................. 37 Stopping the Process ..............38...
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Cut the packing tape on the top of the box. Unpacking LaboForce-100 Remove the loose parts. Remove LaboForce-100 from the box. Placing LaboForce-100 LaboForce-100 is to be mounted on a Struers LaboPol-30 or -60 grinding/ polishing machine.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Getting Acquainted with Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of LaboForce-100 the LaboForce-100 components. LaboForce-100 mounted on LaboPol-30 (accessory): Control Panel ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Rear view USB connection, for service purposes Socket for LaboDoser-100 (accessory) Power cable Supply tubes from LaboDoser-100 (accessory) Compressed air inlet Adjustment ring...
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Screws Electrical Connection The cable attached to LaboForce-100 provides both a 24V power supply to the LaboForce-100 and a data bus, which enables the LaboPol and LaboForce-100 to communicate Switch LaboPol off. Connect the cable from LaboForce-100 to the Sample Mover...
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– a faint hissing sound does not mean that there is an air leak. LaboForce-100 is fitted with a water / oil filter that removes excessive Emptying the Water / Oil Filter amounts of these substances from the compressed air supply. As a result of this, it is necessary to empty the filter periodically: ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Inserting Specimen Holders or LaboForce-100 can be used with either specimen mover plates for Specimen Mover Plates single specimens or specimen holders. Press the Raise/Lower Inserting a Specimen Holder key to ensure that the head is fully raised.
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Select the ‘thickest’ preparation surface that is to be used. Usually, this will be a SiC grinding paper on an MD-Gekko. Place the Spacing disc (supplied) on the preparation surface. Support the LaboForce-100 head and loosen the screw in the Adjustment ring. Groove...
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With a specimen holder / mover plate mounted. Press the Raise/Lower of the Specimen Holder / Mover key to lower the specimen mover head. Loosen the 2 fastening screws holding the LaboForce-100 Plate supporting column. Move the LaboForce head to the right.
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The specimen holder / mover plate should be positioned 2 – 3 mm from the metal ring. (see illustration). Metal ring Specimen holder Important The LaboForce-100 supporting column can only be turned slightly. Do not force. Firmly tighten the 2 fastening screws to secure the supporting column in position. IMPORTANT Having adjusted the position, tighten the screws firmly.
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Connect the bottles to the pumps (marked IN) using the short pieces of tube. Fit the long pieces of tube onto the rear of LaboForce-100 then connect to the pumps (marked OUT). The pumps and the connections on the rear of LaboForce-100 are numbered to help connect the tubes to the correct pump.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Place the section of spiral hose around the tubes. Make sure that the tubes are not taut, so that the LaboForce-100 head can be turned freely. Note: LaboDoser-100 is not designed for use with Oxide Polishing suspensions.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual 3. Basic Operation of LaboForce-100 LaboForce-100 Control Panel The LaboForce-100 control Panel is used to operate the LaboPol machine. Turn/Push Knob...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Front Panel Controls Function Function Controls for various purposes. Manual override - push button to See the bottom line of the apply water (applies water when FUNCTION individual screens. WATER no process is running). Push button again to stop...
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For example, when the machine is switched on using the Mains switch located at the rear of the machine, the display informs you about the physical configuration of the LaboForce-100 and the version of software that is installed: When operating the LaboForce-100, this display is the user-interface...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual The display is primarily divided into 2 areas. The position of these areas and the information they contain are explained in the illustration below, which uses the Options menu as an example: Heading: this is a navigational aid, telling you where you are in the software’s hierarchy.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Software Settings When switching LaboForce-100 on for the first time, the Select language screen will appear (to change the language after this, refer to “Changing the Language)”. Turn knob to select the language you prefer.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Push knob to accept the settings. When Time and Date have been set, turn knob to select Save and Exit. Push knob to Save and Exit (Save the settings and return to the Main menu).
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Changing the Language Turn the knob to select Configuration. Push knob to activate the Configuration Menu. Turn the knob to select Options Push knob to activate the Options Menu.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Push knob to accept the language. The Configuration menu now appears in the language you have chosen. Check if there are any other settings that need changing in the Options menu. If not, Push ESC to return to the Configuration menu.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Editing Numeric Values Turn knob to select the value to be changed, e.g. Display brightness: Push knob to edit the value. A scroll box appears around the value.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Turn knob to increase or decrease the numeric value (or to toggle between the two options). Push knob to accept the new value. (Pressing Esc, aborts the changes, preserving the original value.) ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Note: If there are more than two options, a popup box is displayed. Turn knob to select the correct option. Press Esc to accept the option and return to the previous menu...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Operation Mode In Operation mode 3 different user levels can be set. Production: Methods: can be selected and viewed Options: some options can be edited Development: Methods: can be selected, viewed and edited Options: some options can be edited Configuration: Methods: can be selected, viewed and edited and bottles can be configured.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Push knob to select Configuration. Select the desired operation mode and push knob to confirm. New Pass Code A New pass code can also be selected from the Operation mode menu. Important! Remember to make a note of the new Pass code as settings can no longer be changed without the Pass code.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual User Surfaces Up to 10 User Surfaces can be defined and saved. Turn the knob to select Configuration. Push knob to activate the Configuration Menu. Turn the knob to select User surface configuration ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Press F1 to rename the surface or to enter a new surface. Use knob to activate the Text Editor menu. ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Selecting a Preparation Mode Three different preparation modes can be selected • Specimens can be clamped in specimen holders and prepared • Specimens are prepared as single specimens • Specimens can be prepared manually Select the appropriate preparation mode by turning the knob and activate the selection by pushing the knob.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual The contents of the Methods are identical, no matter if Specimen holder methods or Single specimen methods is selected. A method created in one selection is automatically created in the other selection as well. All method parameters are exactly the same when a method is created initially, except for the force.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Turn knob to select a Method. Push knob to open the step view. ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Editing a Preparation Method All parameters can be changed to optimise the preparation method. Use the knob to select a Method. Push knob to open the method and display the steps. ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Default settings for a typical preparation process are already selected. e.g.: Step No. 1 is designed to be a plane grinding step. Step No. 2 is designed to be a fine grinding step. Step No. 3 is designed to be a polishing step.
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Methods can have up to 20 steps. Up to 3 methods can be saved. Renaming a Method To rename a method:. Press F1 to edit or delete Methods in the list. Up to 3 methods can be saved in LaboForce-100.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Starting the Preparation Once the desired method has been selected, Press Start Process to start the preparation. Stopping the Process The process stops automatically when the set preparation time has expired To stop the process before the set preparation time has expired, ...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Spin Function After a grinding process has finished, the built-in Spin function can be used to rotate the preparation disc at high speed to remove water from the surface of the disc. This function can be used to remove water from a MD-grinding disc or a SiC-paper before removing it, or to dry an MD-Disc or an MD- Chem cloth.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual 4. Operating LaboForce-100 Changing the If specimens of another diameter are to be prepared, a different Specimen Holder / Specimen specimen holder or specimen mover plate must be used. Mover Plate Inserting Specimen Holders or Specimen Mover Plates.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Press Start The disc will start turning at the pre-set speed and dosing will commence. Stopping the Process The disc and dosing will stop automatically when the pre-set time expires. To stop both the disc and the dosing before the time has expired, ...
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Press the release outlet valve to drain the water/oil filter (please see section on Emptying the Water / Oil Filter). Yearly Struers recommends that a regular service check be carried out every year. Contact Struers Service to service the machine.
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LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Cleaning of Tubes LaboForce-100 is equipped with an automatic cleaning function for flushing the tubes between the bottles and the dosing nozzles. To clean the tubes: Go to the Maintenance menu and select Cleaning of tubes and select the tubes to clean.
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LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Cleaning of Specimen Mover LaboForce-100 is equipped with a function that allows you to clean Head the feet applying the force onto the specimens and also the lock that secures the specimen mover plate for single specimens.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Reference Guide Table of Contents Page 1. Advanced Operation Configuration ................... 43 Options menu .................. 43 Auto continue mode ............... 44 Recommendations for Grinding Single Specimens ......45 2. Accessories and Consumables ......... 46 3. Trouble-shooting ..............
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual 1. Advanced Operation Configuration A number of different settings and parameters can be set or adjusted from the Configuration menu. There are 2 under menus: • Options • User surface configuration Options menu Default value: To re-set the setting to default value, press the F1 key on the Control...
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(as long as the consumables used are the same). Equal cons. except SiC LaboForce-100 will not proceed to the next step when grinding with SiC as the paper will need to be exchanged between the steps.
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• Use co-rotation. (both the disc and the Specimen Mover Head rotate counter- clockwise). • Use low force. • Position specimen mover head of LaboForce-100 so that the specimens do not pass over the centre of the preparation disc.
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The use of Struers consumables is recommended. Other products (e.g. coolants) 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 non-Struers consumables.
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Frequency inverter has stopped the Switch the equipment off. stops. equipment. Wait for a few minutes then Re- start. If error remains, contact Struers Service. The column starts to Column screws loose. Tighten the screws immediately. turn. Specimens are wider than the radius of the Uneven specimens.
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Errors must be rectified before operation can be continued. Press ENTER to acknowledge the error/message. Error Message Explanation Action Failure of internal If the Reason is the Struers communication on Start-up. Memory Module (SMM), remove and then re-insert the (SMM). Re-start.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Error Message Explanation Action Pressure of the compressed air Check the compressed air supply is too high/low. supply. Re-start. If error remains, contact Struers Service. Check there are no obstacles preventing the movement of the specimen mover plate.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Error Message Explanation Action Re-start. If error remains, contact Struers Service. Re-start. If error remains, contact Struers Service. Re-start. If error remains, contact Struers Service. Please make a note of the output named. Reduce the force or/and increase the specimen RPMs.
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Go to the Maintenance menu and select: Service information. Various topics can be selected for information on the condition of the different components. Service information can also be used in cooperation with Struers Service for remote diagnostics of the equipment. Service information is read-only information, machine settings cannot be changed or modified.
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LaboDoser-100 Instruction Manual Service Check Struers recommends that a regular service check be carried out after every 1500 hours of use. Information on total operation time and servicing of the machine is displayed on the screen at start-up: A pop-up message will appear after 1,500 hours operation time to alert the user that the recommended service interval has been exceeded.
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Select Reset configuration to set all configuration parameters Reset Configuration back to their default settings. Switch LaboForce-100 off, then on again and reconfigure the settings. Tip! It is advisable to make a note of your own customised settings...
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Please refer to the Declaration of Conformity Noise Level 57 dB (A) running at idle, at a distance of 0.25m/10” from the machine Power Supply LaboForce-100 is connected directly to LaboPol-30 or LaboPol-60 Software and Controls Touch pad and push/turn knob...
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Director of Business Development Struers ApS Pederstrupvej 84 Date of Issue: 2017.10.05 DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark For other language versions, please visit Struers.com. Doc. No.: 16357901 For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. Rev.: A...
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Director of Business Development Struers ApS Pederstrupvej 84 Date of Issue: 2017.10.05 DK-2750 Ballerup, Denmark For other language versions, please visit Struers.com. Doc. No.: 16377901 For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. Rev.: A...
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LaboForce-100 Manual No.: 16367001 LaboDoser-100 Date of Release 2017.07.17 Spare Parts and Diagrams...
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The manual may mention accessories or parts not included in the present version of the equipment. The contents of this manual are the property of Struers. Reproduction of any part of this manual without the written permission of Struers is not allowed.
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Friction coupling, assembl..........15590013G LaboDoser-100 LaboDoser-100,assembly ..........16370001F Diagrams LaboForce 100 LaboDoser-100 Block diagram ....16363050C LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 circuit diagram ....16363100D Wiring diagram ........... 16363450C (4 pages) LaboDoser-100, Wiring diagram ........16373450A LaboSystem Block diagram total overview ..... 16203051BA Some of the drawings may contain position numbers not used in connection with this manual.
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To check the availability of other replacement parts, please contact your local Struers Service Technician. It may help identify the part by referral to its position number on the assembly drawings included in this manual.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare part list for LaboForce-100 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no: 16360010 Chassis w.pneu.a.HM,assembled LF-100 Cabinet bottom,assembly 16360013 Chassis w.column,assembled 16360015 Specimen Mover Head,assembled 16360030 Pneumatic,assembled 16360056 Distance ring 16360229 Pulley 32 3M 16030125 Washer M5xø30...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare part list for LaboForce-100 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no: 16360012 LF-100 Cabinet top,assembly Foil, LaboForce-100 16360300 PCB for SMM, Tested 15483004 Knob assembled 15730016 PCB MultiPurpose,Test+Bootload 16013000 Seal PUR shore 80 16030292...
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare part list for LaboForce-100 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no: 16360041 Doser hoses and outlet,assem. TYGON hose AJK00003 1/16x3/16 2NU91303 TYGON hose AED00007 1/8x1/4 2NU91307 Reduct.piece, angle L230/220-6, 4 pcs. 2NG20088 16360055 Regulation manifold,assembled Union.
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LaboForce-100 LaboDoser-100 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare part list for LaboDoser-100 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no: 16370001 LaboDoser-100,assenbly Pump motor w. wire & crimp, 4 pcs. 16373560 Cabinet, painted 16379102 Loose parts, LaboDoser-100 TYGON hose AED00007 1/8x1/4 2NU91307 TYGON hose AED00007 1/8x1/4...
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RECEPIENT AND HAVING A LEGITIMATE „NEED TO KNOW“ THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT, OR IN ANY MANNER MADE PUBLIC WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF STRUERS; (E) SHALL BE HELD BY RECEPIENT OF THIS DOCUMENT IN STRICT CONFIDENCE AS A FIDUCIARY; AND (F) SHALL BE PROTECTED AND KEPT SEPARE FROM...
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16363100 16363100 PERMISSION OF STRUERS; (E) SHALL BE HELD BY RECEPIENT OF THIS DOCUMENT IN STRICT CONFIDENCE AS A FIDUCIARY; AND (F) SHALL BE PROTECTED AND KEPT SEPARE FROM Z1 and Z2 added THE DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS OF THE RECEPIENT OF THIS DOCUMENT. THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN SHALL REMAIN PROPERTY OF STRUERS AND SHALL BE RETURNED UPON DEMAND ALL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION IS PROVIDED „AS IS“...
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BU = blue VT = violet GY = grey WH = white PK = pink BE = beige RO = rose GNYE = yellow-green STRUERS A/S REV NOTES Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark +45 44 600 800 LaboDoser-100, Wiring diagram Size...
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16203051 PERMISSION OF STRUERS; (E) SHALL BE HELD BY RECEPIENT OF THIS DOCUMENT IN STRICT CONFIDENCE AS A FIDUCIARY; AND (F) SHALL BE PROTECTED AND KEPT SEPARE FROM THE DOCUMENTS AND MATERIALS OF THE RECEPIENT OF THIS DOCUMENT. THIS DOCUMENT AND ALL INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN SHALL REMAIN PROPERTY OF STRUERS AND SHALL BE RETURNED UPON DEMAND ALL PROPRIETARY INFORMATION IS PROVIDED „AS IS“...
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