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Secotom-1
Manual No.: 15707001
Date of Release 2016.06.06
Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Secotom-1 Manual No.: 15707001 Date of Release 2016.06.06 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 3 The manual may mention accessories or parts not included in the present version of the equipment. Original instructions. The contents of this manual is the property of Struers. Reproduction of any part of this manual without the written permission of Struers is not allowed.
  • Page 4 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.
  • Page 5 Secotom-1 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.
  • Page 7 Page 1. Getting Started Checking the Contents of the Packing Box ........2 Placing Secotom-1 ................2 Getting Acquainted with Secotom-1 ..........3 Rear of Secotom-1 ................4 Supplying Power ................5 Changing the voltage setting ............5 Mounting the Cut-off Wheel .............. 7 Filling the Cut-off Machine with Cutting Fluid ........
  • Page 8 50 kg. The machine must be placed close to the power supply. Cover for Ventilation Hole The ventilation pipe at the back of the cutting chamber can be replaced with the cover for the ventilation hole if Secotom-1 is not to be connected to an exhaust system.
  • Page 9 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of Getting Acquainted with the Secotom-1 components. Secotom-1          Protection guard  Cut-off wheel  Light in cutting table ...
  • Page 10 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual Rear of Secotom-1        Ventilation Hole  Water outlet  Fuses  Main switch  Mains connection  Type Plate...
  • Page 11 Changing the voltage setting The factory setting for Secotom-1 is 240V. If the factory setting is not the correct setting for your mains supply the setting can be changed from 240V to 220V: ...
  • Page 12 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual Secotom-1 is shipped with 2 types of Mains cables: Single-phase Supply The 2-pin (European Schuko) plug is for use on single-phase, 200-240 V connections. If the plug supplied on this cable is not approved in your country, then the plug must be replaced with an approved plug.
  • Page 13 For manual cutting only diamond or CBN cut-off wheels with a metal body are allowed. Abrasive SiC or Al cut-off wheels or saw blades may not be used for cutting on Secotom-1.  Move the manual cutting table into the upwards position and engage the securing rod into the locking position.
  • Page 14  Fill the cutting chamber up to where the cut-out for the wheel starts (approx. 4.5 litres of water) Use 4.37 l water and 135 ml Struers additive for cooling fluid, Corrozip. Piece of rubber foam...
  • Page 15 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual Removing the Manual Cutting Table Plug Securing ring  Lift the manual cutting table up and engage the securing rod into the locking position.  Turn the plug securing ring and remove the plug from the socket.
  • Page 16 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual 2. Operation Using the Controls Pos. No. Key Function Pos. No. Key Function    The main switch is located on Push button for starting the the back of the machine. machine. Starts the cut-off wheel...
  • Page 17 For manual cutting only diamond or CBN cut-off wheels with a metal body are allowed. Abrasive SiC or Al cut-off wheels or saw blades may not be used for cutting on Secotom-1.  Move the manual cutting table into the upwards position and engage the securing rod into the locking position.
  • Page 18 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual   Press the button, START Starting the Cutting Process  Position the specimen correctly in front of the cut-off wheel. When cutting PCB's the light in the cutting table can be used to adjust and align the PCB.
  • Page 19 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual When cutting very large PCB's or other samples it might be Removing the Guide Rail necessary to remove the guide rail to be able to cut through the sample in the correct position.  Remove the two screws holding the guide rail using a 3 mm Allen key.
  • Page 20  Daily Service Clean the cutting chamber, especially the cutting table and the T- slots. To ensure a longer lifetime for your Secotom, Struers strongly recommends daily cleaning of the cutting chamber:  Weekly Service Clean the cutting chamber thoroughly.
  • Page 21 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual Cut-off Wheels Abrasive Cut-off Wheels Store the dry cut-off wheels in a horizontal position on a plane surface, preferably under light pressure. Diamond and CBN Cut-off Wheels A clean and dry cut-off wheel does not corrode. Therefore clean and dry the cut-off wheel before it is put away.
  • Page 22 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual Reference Guide Table of Contents Page 1. Consumables ................ 17 2. Trouble-Shooting ..............18 3. Maintenance ................ 19 Replacing the Bulb in the Cutting Table .......... 19 4. Technical Data ..............20...
  • Page 23 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. Please refer to the Selection Guide in the Struers Cut-off Wheels Cut-off Wheels brochure.
  • Page 24 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual 2. Trouble-Shooting Error Cause Action Vibrations The diamond layer is worn down to the level Replace with a new cut-off wheel of the metal disc The workpiece forces the cut-off wheel to the Cut more slowly side when cutting. Heavy friction causes...
  • Page 25 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual 3. Maintenance  Move the manual cutting table into the top position and engage Replacing the Bulb in the the securing rod into the locking position. Cutting Table  Remove the 2 screws securing the shield around the bulb using a 3 mm Allen key.
  • Page 26 Secotom-1 Instruction Manual 4. Technical Data Subject Specifications Cutting Motor 800 W Voltage/frequency Nom. load 1/3 x 220 - 240 V / 50-60 Hz 3.1 A Cut-off wheels 203 mm (8") dia. Output axle Rotational speed 2.800 rpm at 50 Hz 3.400 rpm at 60 Hz...
  • Page 27 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.: 15707901 For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. Rev.: A...
  • Page 28  Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...
  • Page 29 Secotom-1 Manual No.: 15707001 Date of Release 2016.07.22 Spare Parts and Diagrams...
  • Page 30 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.
  • Page 31 Secotom-1 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Parts and Diagrams Table of contents Drawing Secotom-1 Drawings Secotom-1, complete ............15700002B Lamp ................. 15700010D Cutting table ............... 15700020F Front plate ................15700030E Bottom, complete ............... 15700051B Cabinet ................15700070G Diagrams Wiring Diagram (2 pages) ..........15703451D Some of the drawings may contain position numbers not used in connection with this manual.
  • Page 32 Secotom-1 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for Secotom-1 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no. 15700002 Secotom-1, complete 0120 10.0A T Fuse glass tube 2FU14400 0195 Power cable Euro norm 2WC04668 Power cable US norm 2WC09003 0230 Suction pipe...
  • Page 33 Secotom-1 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for Secotom-1 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no. 15700002 Secotom-1, complete 0120 10.0A T Fuse glass tube 2FU14400 0195 Power cable Euro norm 2WC04668 Power cable US norm 2WC09003 0230 Suction pipe...
  • Page 42  Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...