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Secotom-15
Manual No.: 15997002
Date of Release 2017.02.01
Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1 Secotom-15 Manual No.: 15997002 Date of Release 2017.02.01 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 The manual may mention accessories or parts not included in the present version of the equipment. Original instructions. The content 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 3 To achieve maximum safety and lifetime of the machine, use only original Struers consumables. 10. Struers recommends using cooling fluid when cutting as the materials being cut may emit harmful dust. Additionally an adequate exhaust system should be used.
  • 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-15 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 Table of Contents Page 1. Getting Started Checking the Contents of the Packing Box........3 Removing Secotom-15 from the Pallet..........3 Placing Secotom-15 ................3 Getting Acquainted with Secotom-15 ..........4 Rear of Secotom-15 ................5 Supplying Power ................6 Mounting the Cut-off Wheel ...............
  • Page 8 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual 3. Routine Maintenance Daily Service ..................32 Weekly Service ................32 Checking the Recirculation Cooling Unit......... 32 Yearly Service .................. 32 Inspection of Cover ..............32 Cut-off Wheels ................. 33 Dressing Cut-off Wheels ............33...
  • Page 9 Lift Secotom by holding underneath the base of the machine, on  the left side and on the right side. Secotom-15 should be placed on a safe and stable support table with Placing Secotom-15 an adequate working height. The table must be able to carry at least 80 kg / 176 lb.
  • Page 10 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of Getting Acquainted with the Secotom-15 components. Secotom-15            Emergency Stop  Control panel (details in section 2. Basic Operation) ...
  • Page 11 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Rear of Secotom-15       Ventilation Flange for Exhaust  Type Plate  Mains connection  Main switch  Service socket...
  • Page 12 Check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the type plate on the back of the machine. The Secotom-15 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.
  • Page 13 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Lift the cover to the "open" position (the position where it will stay Mounting the Cut-off Wheel up and open when released). Mind the protruding safety catch when the cover is raised. Lift the cooling fluid nozzles to gain access to the cut-off wheel ...
  • Page 14 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual IMPORTANT When mounting cut-off wheels with a 12.7 mm centre hole, make sure that the 22 mm arbour insert has been removed. Failure to do this will result in the cut-off wheel being pressed out of shape.
  • Page 15 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual The Secotom-15 has a built-in cooling fluid system. The fluid coming Filling the Cut-off Machine from the nozzles passes over the cut-off wheel and collects in the with Cooling Fluid drain in the cutting chamber; where it then returns to the tank, which is located under the cutting chamber.
  • Page 16 Maintain the correct concentration of Struers additive in the cooling water (percentage stated on the container of the Additive). • Remember to add Struers additive each time you refill with water. • It is recommended to change the cooling water at least once a month to prevent the growth of microorganisms.
  • Page 17 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual The Secotom-15 is fitted with a moving cutting table. Movement of Cutting Table the table is controlled using the joystick on the Control Panel and through the software, which is described in section 2. Basic Operation. The table has several 8 mm T-slots, which are used to secure clamping tools.
  • Page 18 There are several types of clamping tools available as accessories Attaching Clamping Tools (please refer to the for details of the range Secotom-15/-50 brochure (accessories) available). Some of these are mounted directly on the cutting table while others with more sophisticated features, need to be fixed on a stand using a dovetail holder.
  • Page 19 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Place the stand on the cutting table by sliding the securing bolts Stands for Specimen Holders in the T-slot and tighten the nuts.  For stands requiring an electrical supply: Connect the cable as described in Electrical Connections in the on the next page.
  • Page 20 Connect the accessory to the electrical connection socket. Note The different electrical accessories can be exchanged while Secotom-15 is switched on. Note The plugs on these accessories provide specific pin connections. If for some reason you have a problem with a connection, do not attempt to change the connections in the clamping tool plugs or connection socket.
  • Page 21 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual The Secotom-15 comes complete with a flushing system. This Flushing Hose enables the cutting chamber to be rinsed clean of any debris discarded during the cutting process. Flushing is operated through the Control Panel buttons. Warning! Do not start the flush function until you have removed the hose from the fluid nozzles and are pointing it into the cutting chamber.
  • Page 22 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Struers recommends the use of an exhaust system as workpieces Connection to an External may emit harmful gases when cut. The unit is prepared for Exhaust System connection to an exhaust system via a 50 mm fitting at the rear of the cabinet.
  • Page 23 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual 2. Basic Operation Control Panel...
  • Page 24 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual This provides information about the individual buttons on the control Control Panel panel of the Secotom-15. Function Function Multifunction knob Move up- or downwards to Turn knob to move the cursor Turn/Push Joystick position the cutting table or to adjust settings.
  • Page 25 Switching on for the first time machine. The following display will appear briefly: The display will then change to the last screen shown before the Secotom-15 was switched off. When switching on Secotom-15 for the first time, the Select language screen will appear.  ...
  • Page 26 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual You will now be prompted to set the time.    Turn knob to select and to adjust the settings.   Push knob to accept the settings. You will now be prompted to set the date.
  • Page 27 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Depending on the type of value, there are two different ways of Changing/Editing Values editing. Numeric Values Turn knob to select the value to be changed, e.g. Wheel  speed:   Push knob to edit the value.
  • Page 28 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual   Turn knob to select the correct choice.  Push knob to accept the new selection and to continue or  to return to the previous screen. (Pressing Esc aborts the changes, preserving the original setting.)
  • Page 29 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual The Main menu is the highest level in the menu structure. From this Main menu menu, you can enter the Cutting methods, Maintenance and Configuration menus.
  • Page 30 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Cutting methods Editing Cutting methods:  Turn knob to select the cutting method to be edited, Method A in this example.   Push knob to edit the method.    Turn knob to select the parameter to be edited e.g. Cut-off wheel.
  • Page 31 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Recommended rotation speed (rpm) for the cut-off wheels will also be visible in the cutting menu. Changes made to the cutting method will automatically be saved. To re-set to default values, see the section on Maintenance.
  • Page 32 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual There are three available options for the position the cut-off wheel Return position will return to after the cutting process is complete: Start position: Cutting table returns to the start position. Zero position: Cutting table returns to zero position.
  • Page 33 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual The Maintenance menu has three under menus. Maintenance Service information: Information regarding the equipment, mainly to be used in connection with service. Reset configuration: Resets all parameters in the Configuration menu to default values. Reset methods & database:...
  • Page 34 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Configuration The Configuration menu contains the parameters which apply to all methods.
  • Page 35 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual When the manual X-stand is connected a read out for the x-position Manual X-stand, accessory will appear on the display. X-position can be reset for easy cutting of a specific width. When the rotary stand is connected a read out for the chuck mode Rotary stand, accessory and the x-position will appear on the display.
  • Page 36 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual There are three options available in chuck mode: The specimen holder will not turn. Off: (Note: Chuck mode must be set to Off before ExciCut can be selected) Continuously: The specimen holder will turn round continuously in the same direction as the cut-off wheel.
  • Page 37 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Secure the work piece on the cutting table. Starting the Position the cutting table in the correct place.  Cutting Process  Ensure that the cooling fluid nozzles are lowered into position.  Lower the cover (the machine cannot be started before the cover is down).
  • Page 38 Carry out inspection at more regular intervals if Secotom- is used for more than one 7 hour shift a day. Struers recommends that the cover is replaced after 5 years of routine operation. The cover should be replaced immediately if it has been weakened...
  • Page 39 Secotom-15 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 A clean and dry cut-off wheel does not corrode. Therefore clean and Wheels dry the cut-off wheel before it is put away.
  • Page 40 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Reference Guide Table of Contents Page 1. Accessories ................35 2. Consumables ................. 35 3. Trouble-Shooting ..............36 4. Maintenance Service Information ................43 Turning or Replacing Steel Bands on the Cutting Table ....43 Changing Cooling Pump Tubes ............44 Tube for Water-free Cooling Fluid...........
  • Page 41 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. Cut-off Wheels Please refer to the Selection Guide in the Struers Cut-off Wheels brochure.
  • Page 42 #106 Machine failed during Power-On A critical error is detected during Re-start. Self Testing. Power-On Self Testing. If error remains, contact a Struers Please try to restart the machine. The machine will not start. Service Technician. If problem persists please contact Struers technical support.
  • Page 43 Try to restart cutting process. restart the Cutting process. Alarm register: xxxx If this does not help, contact a Error register: xxxx Struers Service Technician and quote the Alarm and Error register values. #128 Open safety lock detected. Sensors register that the safety...
  • Page 44 Action Required Errors #001 SMM not present! Struers Memory Module isn't Re-start. correctly connected to machine. If error remains, contact a Struers Service Technician. #002 Inverter communication failed! Machine isn't able to Re-start. communicate with frequency If error remains, contact a Struers inverter.
  • Page 45 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Error Explanation Action Machine Problems No, or insufficient cooling fluid. Level in the cooling fluid tank too Check that there is sufficient water low. in the Cooling fluid tank. Cooling fluid nozzles blocked. Clean the nozzles. Water leaking.
  • Page 46 Reduce the feed speed near the the operation. end of the operation. Incorrect clamping of the workpiece. Support the workpiece and clamp it on both sides. e.g. Struers’ Specimen Holder CATAL, which is designed for clamping small, long workpieces on both sides.. Cutting quality differs.
  • Page 47 The nut must be tightened properly. Incorrect clamping of the workpiece. Support the workpiece and clamp it on both sides. e.g. Struers’ Specimen Holder CATAL, which is designed for clamping small, long workpieces on both sides.. Cut-off wheel is too hard.
  • Page 48 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Error Explanation Action The specimen is corroded The specimen has been left in the Remove the specimen directly after cutting chamber for too long. cutting. Leave the cutting chamber hood open when you leave the machine. Insufficient additive for cooling fluid.
  • Page 49 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual 4. Maintenance Struers recommends that a regular service check be carried out after Service Information every 1500 hours of use. Information on total operation time is displayed on the screen at start-up: A reminder will appear after 1400 hours operation time to remind the user that a service check should be scheduled.
  • Page 50 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual To exchange the tube: Changing Cooling Pump Tubes Remove the four screws on the protection plate on the rear of the  machine.  Remove the three screws on the cover on the cooling pump.
  • Page 51 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Remove the tube from the pump axle. Pump axle  Loosen the hose clamp and carefully remove the tube ends from the connectors. Attach the new tube to the connectors and tighten the hose  clamp (the hose clamp should be on the end of the tube that directs water/cooling fluid into the cutting chamber, as this will have the greatest pressure –...
  • Page 52 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Mount the tube correctly in the pump: Correct: Incorrect: Too loose Too tight Excess volume between The tube is stretched; the rollers will press lifetime of the tube will "waves" of fluid which be reduced. will stretch the tube;...
  • Page 53 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual 5. Technical Data Subject Specifications Motor 0.8 kW Cutting Max. load Voltage/frequency 1 x 220 – 240 V / 50 - 60 Hz 11.7 A Cutting Power 0.8 kW 1.0 kW Cut-off wheels 75 mm (3") - 203 mm (8") dia.
  • Page 54 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual Quick Reference Lift the cooling fluid nozzles.  Mounting the Cut-off Wheel  Insert the stop pin into the hole of the inner flange. Loosen the flange screw.  Remove the outer flange.   Mount the cut-off wheel and remount the outer flange, with the machined face towards the inner flange.
  • Page 55 Secotom-15 Instruction Manual  Close the cover. Starting the Choose a cutting method and set/check the cutting parameters.  Cutting Process Use the Turn/Push knob to select and change the values.  Start the cutting process by pressing the START  button.
  • Page 57 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.: 15997901 For machines produced before the Date of Issue, please contact your Struers supplier. Rev.: A...
  • Page 58  Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...
  • Page 59 Secotom-15/-50 Spare Parts and Diagrams Manual No.: 15997001 Date of Release...
  • Page 60 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 61 Pump complete ..............15990033H Absorber assembly ............15990034G Damper assembly ............15990074C Diagrams Block diagram Secotom-15/-50 ........15993050C Circuit diagram Secotom-15/-50 (3 pages) ...... 15993100F Some of the drawings may contain position numbers not used in connection with this manual.
  • Page 62 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.
  • Page 63 Secotom-15/-50 Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part List for Secotom-15/-50 Drawing Pos. Spare Part Cat no. 15990013 Frontplate 50, assembled Display 320x240 TFT-color, LED 2HD50200 PCB Tegramin, Tested+Bootload. 16013000 Frontplate joystick fixation 15990173 Bracket for memory stick 16030174 PCB for SMM, Tested...
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  • Page 84 3 x Analog Input 5V, YS1.1 JOYSTICK 5VDC Supply for joystick Door Guard (3 axis) Switch 24V-3 input Secotom-15...only Y movement (Emergency Stop + Door closed) Door Guard YS1.2 (shown with Lock door open) Output, 24VDC / 500mA (24V-1 chain)
  • Page 85 (shown cable 5 x AWG28 door open) unlocked) Matrix Keyboard X12-1 Y-TABLE MOVEMENT UNIT TYPE INFO START STOP WATER X8-8 X12-5 Address CONN. FOR STRUERS X1-6 X1-6 X3-6 CAN_L X8-3 CAN-LOW X12-7 switch MEMORY MODULE Sec.-15 GN/WH X1-5 X2-1 X1-5...
  • Page 86 X1-4 X1-3 24V Prot. X1-2 cable 7 x 0,75mm² X1-1 Stepper Motor Unit STRUERS A/S OHO (2010-08-24) - REV B Pederstrupvej 84 - wiring of X table updated DK-2750 Ballerup OHO (2011-09-23) - REV D Denmark - page 3 (Safety Related Circuits) created...
  • Page 87 Safe Torque Off door open) unlocked) function Main AC Motor 3 x PT100 Frequency Inverter XPE3 Secotom-50...1500W Secotom-15...1100W BASE PLATE Secotom-50...1100W Secotom-15...750W STRUERS A/S OHO (2011-09-23) - REV D Pederstrupvej 84 - page 3 (Safety Related Circuits) created DK-2750 Ballerup...
  • Page 88  Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...