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CitoPress-10/-20
Manual No.: 15737001
Instruction Manual
Date of Release 13.05.2015
Updated 30.05.2016

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  • Page 1 CitoPress-10/-20 Manual No.: 15737001 Instruction Manual Date of Release 13.05.2015 Updated 30.05.2016...
  • Page 2 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 3 Ensure that the outlet hose is attached to the water outlet system in a safe way. Only use water (or water modified with approved Struers additives) as a cooling medium. After installing a mounting unit: Ensure that the arrows are aligned to lock the mounting unit into position.
  • 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 CitoPress-10/ -20 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

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual User’s Guide Table of Contents Page 1. Getting Started Checking the Contents of Packing ............. 3 Unpacking CitoPress ................3 Placing CitoPress ................3 Getting Acquainted with CitoPress ............. 4 Noise Level ..................5 Supplying Power ................6 Opening the Ventilation Valves ............
  • Page 8 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual 3. Routine Maintenance Daily Maintenance ................41 Removing Residues ..............41 Cleaning the Rams ..............41 Removing the Upper Ram ............42 Lubricating the Threads of the Top Closure ......42 Weekly Service ................43 Checking the Cooling Water ............. 43 Monthly Service ................

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Instruction Manual 1. Getting Started The packing box contains the following items: Checking the Contents of Packing CitoPress-10 and 20 CitoPress-10 or 20 machine Swivel arm (2 for CitoPress-20) Power cables Pressure hose Filter gasket Filter gasket reduction ring Gasket...

  • Page 10: Getting Acquainted With Citopress

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Take a moment to familiarise yourself with the location and names of Getting Acquainted with CitoPress’ components. CitoPress Front View  Front Panel  Mounting unit covers  Top closure  Mounting units  Swivel arm for top closure ...

  • Page 11: Noise Level

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Rear View  Mains connection socket  Mains switch  Fuse holders  Fuse holder: hydraulic pump  Water inlet  Cooli unit 24 V / CAN control cable connection  RS232 service socket  Ventilation valves ...

  • Page 12: Supplying Power

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Always remember to switch the power off when installing electrical Supplying Power equipment. Important Check that the mains voltage corresponds to the voltage stated on the type plate on the machine Voltage/ Frequency Maximum Load CitoPress-10...
  • Page 13 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual CitoPress are shipped with 3 types of Mains cables: Connection to the Machine All cables are equipped with an IEC 320 cable connector that has to be connected to the CitoPress. Single-phase Supply The 2-pin (European Schuko) plug is for use on single-phase connections.

  • Page 14: Opening The Ventilation Valves

     Secure the valves in the open position using the locking nut. Note: CitoPress-10 has only one ventilation valve. Supplying Water Cooling water can be provided either by the mains water supply or by a recirculation cooling unit. For instructions on how to connect a recirculation cooling unit, see “Connecting a Cooli Cooling...

  • Page 15: Installing The Lower Ram

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Place the lower ram on the top of the piston rod. Installing the Lower Ram Lower ram Axle journal Piston rod  Turn the lower ram so that the holes in the axle journal on top of the rod and ram line up and insert the piston pin.

  • Page 16: Installing The Mounting Unit

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Installing the Mounting Unit Important: Do not operate the machine whilst installing the mounting unit. Connect the water and electrical connections in the order described. Connecting the water connections before the electrical connections could result in water being leaked into the electrical connections and lead to a short.
  • Page 17 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Lower the unit onto the studs of the hydraulic cylinder.  Hold the mounting unit’s cables and water couplings to one side to ensure that they do not restrict its movement when locking it into position ...
  • Page 18 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Connect the male inlet and outlet water couplings on the mounting unit and to the female fittings on CitoPress. − Hold the spring-loaded collar down and connect the water coupling. − Release the spring-loaded collar and check the water connection is secure.

  • Page 19: Installing The Swivel Arm

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Installing the Swivel Arm Mount the swivel arm by sliding it through the hole in the top plate and into the sleeve in the mounting unit cover.  Mounting the Top Closure Mount the top closure in the hole in the top of the swivel arm.

  • Page 20: Removing The Mounting Unit

    - Switch CitoPress off. A build-up of resin can make it difficult to removing the lower ram from the mounting unit. Please contact a Struers Field Service Engineer for advice on how to loosen the lower ram.  Follow the instructions for “Removing the Mounting...

  • Page 21: Installing Citodoser (Option)

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Installing CitoDoser (option) Installing the CitoDoser Unit’s Important Base Plate Switch the machine off while installing the dosing unit.  Using a screwdriver or similar tool, carefully remove the plastic cap, which covers the CitoDoser mounting point.

  • Page 22: Installing The Citodoser Dosing Unit

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Installing the CitoDoser Dosing Unit  Spout  Lid  Screw conveyor housing  Hold the unit above the dosing unit base plate with the spout  Mounting the CitoDoser Dosing Unit to the front of the machine.
  • Page 23 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Removing the CitoDoser Dosing With the spout in the centre of the machine, line up the location Unit slots on the dosing unit and base plate.  Lift the front (spout end) of the dosing upwards. When the location slots are lined up properly, it will be possible to lift the front of the dosing unit clear of the base plate.

  • Page 24: Software Settings

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Software Settings When CitoPress is initially powered up, using the mains switch, the following two screens will be displayed: Initial Start Up Screen Please Note The sample screens in this User’s Guide show a number of possible texts.

  • Page 25: Using Software Menus

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Service Information Start Up Screen Main Menu The MAIN MENU will then automatically replace these screens. Using Software Menus Use the multi-function knob and Escape key to navigate and use the CitoPress’ software menus  Multi-function Knob Turn the knob to navigate to menu items.

  • Page 26: Configuration And Extensions Menus

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Configuration and Extensions Menus Configuration Menu Language The language can be set to English (default), German, French, Spanish or Japanese. Display contrast The contrast settings of the display can be adjusted to suit individual preferences (default value: 22, adjustment range: 0-50).

  • Page 27: Extensions Menu

    Database and Sensitive Options (if purchased) can be enabled. Options are enabled by entering the appropriate unlock code supplied by Struers. Selecting the Option activation menu item then pressing the knob opens the Enter password menu. Use this menu to enter passwords.

  • Page 28: Setting The Language

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Setting the Language To change the language after the initial start up: From the MAIN MENU, turn knob to highlight Configuration.   Push knob to enter the CONFIGURATION menu.  Turn knob to highlight LANGUAGE.
  • Page 29 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Turn knob to select the language you prefer.  Push knob to accept the language. The Configuration menu now appears in  the language you have chosen. Press  to return to the MAIN MENU.

  • Page 30: Basic Operations

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual 2. Basic Operations Using the Controls Control Panel of CitoPress-20...

  • Page 31: Control Panel Functions

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Control Panel Functions Name Function Name Function Moves one step backward in menus. Push knob to select function. Turn  (If modified parameters have not knob to adjust settings. Push MULTI- been stored, they are discarded.) knob to store modified settings.

  • Page 32: Process Display

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual The Process display (see illustration, below) has four main areas: Process Display METHOD RESIN / DOSING HEATING COOLING   The display also has an upper and lower bar  and . The upper bar  provides additional top-level menu items: PROCESS, SETTINGS, DOSER SETTINGS and SAVE AS.
  • Page 33 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Heating The HEATING area (C), displays information about the selected method’s heating values: Temperature Duration Pressure Note: If the Sensitive option has been enabled, the settings for the two phases are displayed on separate lines. Cooling...

  • Page 34: Mounting A Specimen

    This is referred to as manual operation. CitoPress-10 and -20 come standard with a library of preset Struers methods matching the Struers’ range of hot mounting resins (the On Screen Hot Mounting Application Guide). Choosing any of the Struers methods will automatically adapt the selected method to the cylinder size, thereby greatly reducing the risk of errors.

  • Page 35: Sensitive Mode

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Sensitive mode Sensitive mode, with a dual heating phase, is used for fragile/porous specimens. Option Adjust the Heating values to suit the specimens to be mounted. E.g. Fragile/brittle specimens: Phase 1 Apply Heat to melt the resin, no Pressure...
  • Page 36 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Manual operation When operated using manual settings, you will need to change the process settings manually each time you process a sample (unless the previously used settings are appropriate for the next sample). Note: When a CitoDoser (option) dosing unit is used and the database option is enabled, the dosing unit stores information about which method should be used for a particular resin.
  • Page 37 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Editing the Method’s Values To edit a mounting method manually: Manually Note: The example below is based on editing the method’s temperature value; the procedure for editing other values is the same. More than one of the method’s values can be edited.
  • Page 38 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual   Push knob to accept the new value.  Note: When you edit a stored method’s values, a temporary copy of the method is created. This is called “Copy of Method Name”, for example, “Copy of ClaroFast”.
  • Page 39 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Selecting a Stored Method To select a stored mounting method from the database: From the PROCESS menu, turn knob to highlight the METHOD item.  Push knob to activate the SELECT GROUP pop-up menu.  ...
  • Page 40 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Turn knob to highlight the method required.  Push knob to accept the method.  Changing Method by Changing When a dosing unit is replaced with another, the method that is the CitoDoser Dosing Unit...

  • Page 41: Placing The Specimen

    A thin layer of mount release agent must always be applied to the mounting rams to prevent the resins sticking to the surface. Using Struers’ AntiStick a thin layer of stearate powder can easily be dabbed on the rams. ...

  • Page 42: Pouring Resin Over The Specimen Manually

    The "Mould Release Agent" must always be applied to the mounting rams as a thin layer to prevent the resins sticking to the surface. Using Struers’ AntiStick a thin layer of stearate powder can easily be dabbed on the rams.

  • Page 43: Installing The Top Closure

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Installing the Top Closure Before use, remove resin dust from the upper part of the mounting cylinder.  Clean the cylindrical surface of the upper ram. Cured resin can easily be removed without damage to the surface of the ram using the scraper supplied.

  • Page 44: Starting The Mounting Process

    The display with the mounting parameters will change to a new the Mounting Process display, which illustrates the progress of the current stage (Dosing, Heating, or Cooling) and the time remaining before the mounting process is complete. One unit (CitoPress-10/20) Two units (CitoPress-20)
  • Page 45 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Displaying Process Parameters Push knob to display process parameters.    Push the  button to return to the process display.

  • Page 46: Stopping The Mounting Process

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Switching between LEFT and Press toggle unit button ( to switch between the two cylinders. RIGHT CYLINDER The arrow on the lower bar changes to indicate the unit that the (CitoPress-20) information being displayed applies to. The selected unit is white, the other unit is gray.

  • Page 47: Routine Maintenance

    Instruction Manual 3. Routine Maintenance Accumulated resin can restrict movement or cause damage to the rams. To ensure a longer lifetime for your CitoPress Struers strongly recommends daily cleaning.  Clean all accessible surfaces with a moist cloth. Daily Maintenance ...

  • Page 48: Removing The Upper Ram

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Removing the Upper Ram  Handles.  Top closure cap.  Top nut.  Retaining washer.  Spring.  Spacer.  Upper ram.  Rod.  Unscrew the handles ().  Remove the handles by turning them counter clockwise.

  • Page 49: Weekly Service

    Weekly Service  Check the level of cooling water in the cooling unit every week. Checking the Cooling Water Struers Cooling Unit, option For other, more detailed, instructions on the use of the Recirculation Cooling Unit, see the instruction manual.

  • Page 50: Yearly Service

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Yearly Service  Tighten the Fitted Bolts Using a 5 mm Allen key, check that the bolts that hold the mounting unit to the cylinder are tight. (The bolts should be tightened with a force of maximum 5 Nm / 4 lbf-ft).

  • Page 51: Emptying The Citodoser Dosing Unit

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Emptying the CitoDoser Dosing When the optional CitoDoser is fitted to CitoPress, the CitoDoser Unit Service menu option is used when emptying the dosing unit of resin. From the Service menu, Turn knob to highlight CitoDoser.
  • Page 52 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual   Ensure that the nozzle is in a suitable position. Push knob to start emptying the CitoDoser.

  • Page 53: Cleaning The Citodoser Dosing Unit

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Cleaning the CitoDoser Dosing Unit  Spout  Lid  Nozzle  Nozzle cover  Screw conveyor  Place the CitoDoser on a flat steady surface.  Remove the lid .  Remove the nozzle cover  by turning it anti-clockwise and pulling it away from the spout .
  • Page 54 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Agitator wheel  If necessary, loosen the agitator wheel by pushing it to each side to eject the ‘O’ ring bearings and then remove it.  Reassemble the CitoDoser in reverse order.

  • Page 55: Reference Guide

    Creating and Deleting CitoDoser Associations ........ 67 Creating a CitoDoser Dosing Unit Association ......67 Deleting a CitoDoser Dosing Unit Association ......69 Setting the Operation Mode ............. 71 ™ 2. Struers Metalog Guide ..........73 3. Application Guide for Hot Mounting ......74 4. Accessories ................

  • Page 56: Advanced Operations

    To avoid corrosion, Struers recommends the use of Struers Additive in the cooling water (percentage stated on the Additive container). Remember to top up with Struers Additive each time you refill with water. Modifying the High Pressure To connect CitoPress to a Struers Recirculation Cooling Unit, the...

  • Page 57: Connecting To The Cooli Unit

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Connecting to the Cooli Unit Connect the Cooli unit to CitoPress as follows:  Connecting the Cooli Water Inlet Mount the pressure hose onto the water inlet tube on the back of CitoPress.  Insert the filter gasket in the coupling nut with the flat side against the pressure hose.

  • Page 58: Using The Methods Database (Option)

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual With the CitoPress database option enabled up to 15 User Methods Using the Methods Database can be stored as well as associations between a number of resins (option) and CitoDoser units. Note: Without Database option, only 2 methods can be stored.
  • Page 59 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Turn knob to highlight the method required.  Push knob to accept the method.   Edit the method’s values to create your user method. For information on how to edit a method’s values, see “Editing...
  • Page 60 “Creating and Storing User Methods in the Database”. Note: The Struers method is NOT overwritten when the new method is saved. The method has to be saved using a different name. All Struers methods are protected against being overwritten.

  • Page 61: Saving A User Method

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual From the PROCESS menu, press the  button to Saving a User method   access the top-level menu items.  Turn knob to select SAVE AS.  Push knob to activate the ENTER METHOD NAME menu.
  • Page 62 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Turn knob to highlight either the functions at the bottom of the menu or characters to use in the method name. The RAM UP / RAM DOWN keys are used for quick navigation from line to line.

  • Page 63: Using The Enter Name Menu

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Using the Enter Name Menu Doser associations, Resins and Method names can also be edited. A cursor is available in the NAME field at the bottom. A second, large cursor is used for selecting characters or actions:...
  • Page 64 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Press the knob to enter the character.
  • Page 65 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Characters can be deleted from a name by using the Del and  Deleting Characters (left),  (right) editing symbols at the bottom of the menu. To delete characters from a name: Turn knob to the left or right until the cursor moves from the character selection area to the editing area at the bottom of the menu.
  • Page 66 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Press the knob to delete the underlined character. ...

  • Page 67: Creating A User Resin

    Creating a User Resin Resin data is stored separately in the database. As well as using Struers resins it is possible to create and store user resins. To create and store a user resin: In the PROCESS menu, turn the knob to highlight the RESIN / DOSING item.
  • Page 68 The resin will be stored in the User resins group. Note: Struers resins are linked to a unique method with the name of the resin. These default resins cannot be changed, unless the method is saved under a different name.

  • Page 69: Using The Settings Menu

    The SETTINGS menu is used to view and, in the case of User Methods, delete, rename and lock/unlock methods. Viewing Resin Details CitoPress stores details about Struers resins. To view these details: From the PROCESS menu, press the  button once to ...
  • Page 70 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Push knob to view the details for the resin selected. ...
  • Page 71 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Deleting, Renaming or To delete, rename or lock/unlock a user method: Locking/Unlocking User Methods From the PROCESS menu, press the  button once to  access the top-level menu.  Turn knob to highlight the SETTINGS item.
  • Page 72 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Turn knob to highlight a User method.  Push knob to select the method. The method can now be deleted.  Turn knob to select DELETE, RENAME or LOCK/ UNLOCK.  Push knob to carry out the action required.

  • Page 73: Creating And Deleting Citodoser Associations

    Association”) the dosing unit will need to be associated with a method. A resin is selected and the method that uses this resin will then be associated with the CitoDoser. Mount the CitoDoser on CitoPress, the Struers resin menu will be displayed.  ...
  • Page 74 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual   Press  to return to the PROCESS menu. ...

  • Page 75: Deleting A Citodoser Dosing Unit Association

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Deleting a CitoDoser Dosing Unit To associate the dosing unit with a different method, the existing Association association must first be deleted. From the PROCESS menu, press the  button once to  access the top-level menu.
  • Page 76 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  The associated resin will be highlighted. Push knob to highlight the DELETE option at the bottom of the menu.   Push knob to delete the resin association.

  • Page 77: Setting The Operation Mode

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual To change the operation mode: Setting the Operation Mode From the EXTENSIONS menu: Turn knob to highlight Operation mode.  Push knob to activate the OPERATION MODE PARAMETERS menu.   Turn knob to highlight Pass code.
  • Page 78 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual  Push knob to accept the Pass code. Operation mode can now be changed and a new Pass code set.  Push knob to activate the SELECT OPERATION MODE menu.  Turn the knob to highlight the Operation mode.

  • Page 79: Struers Metalog Guide

    Finding the right method, including choice of consumables is easy. Always consult Struers Metalog Guide on the Struers website for the correct preparation method for the actual specimens. Struers Metalog Guide ™...

  • Page 80: Application Guide For Hot Mounting

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual 3. Application Guide for Hot Mounting Useful mounting data and hints can be found in the Struers Application Guide for Hot Mounting or visit the Struers website on http://www.struers.com and see the section on Knowledge. When using ClaroFast in the latest range of Mounting Units (units with a golden casing), increase the Cooling Rate to Medium.

  • Page 81: Troubleshooting

    (Activate the Database Option) (15 methods when a Database Option is purchased and activated). Pressure error with the ram Please contact a Struers Service movement. Technician. (CitoPress-20: the message will indicate whether the problem occurs with Unit 1 or Unit 2)
  • Page 82 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Display/Error Cause Action Error NVram fatal error. Please contact a Struers Service Technician. It is not possible to load, configure data or methods database. There is room for 5 Doser resins To save a new Doser resin in the...
  • Page 83 Decalcifying the cooling coil. the Cooling Coil under Maintenance. Defect in the cooling system. Call a Struers service technician. Cooling water drips underneath the The quick coupling is not Remove the cover from the machine. mounted correctly. mounting unit and check the quick...
  • Page 84 Replace the upper ram. dropped on the floor/table, causing a bulge in the edge of the ram. The swivel arm has become Call a Struers service technician. askew. In the meantime the mounting press can be used without the swivel arm.
  • Page 85 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Display/Error Cause Action To release the top closure: The top closure cannot be loosened. Move the lower ram up and down several times. If this does not help: Cured resin on the cylindrical - Put heating on for 1 min.

  • Page 86: Maintenance

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual 7. Maintenance CitoPress is equipped with operator service menus, which provide Service Menus important information about the operational history and current operational state of the machine. In addition, they provide a CitoDoser emptying function. Accessing the Service menus From the MAIN MENU, highlight and then select the Service menu item.

  • Page 87: Statistics Menu

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Statistics Menu CitoPress measures and records statistical information about its operation, this data is shown in the Statistics display. The following table provides information about this statistical data. Item Display Statistics Serial Number (number) Software Version...
  • Page 88 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Item Display Statistics SINCE LAST RESET (individual reset of each parameter) Total operation time (hours) Operation Time since (hours) last service Left Hydraulic Motor run (hours) time Right Hydraulic Motor (hours) run time (option). Left Heating Element...

  • Page 89: Sensors Menu

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Sensors Menu CitoPress is equipped with a range of sensors. Real time data, provided by these sensors, is shown in the Sensors display. The following table provides information about this sensor data. Sensor Display PCB VOLTAGES...
  • Page 90 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Sensor Display Mounting Unit Left cylinder size ADC+ (mm or inch) Left cylinder ADC + (°C) temperature Left Cylinder Oil ADC + (bar) Pressure Right cylinder size (mm or inch) (option). Right cylinder ADC + (°C) temperature (option).

  • Page 91: Doser Menu

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Doser Menu When the optional CitoDoser is fitted to CitoPress, the Doser menu option is used to empty the dosing unit of resin.

  • Page 92: Technical Data

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual 8. Technical Data Subject Specifications Metric/International Mounting Specifications Mounting Units Diameter 25, 30, 40, 50 mm 1¼", 1½" (Optional) Compression Force on piston rod 50–350 bar in steps of 800 – 5000 psi in steps 25 bar...
  • Page 93 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Subject Specifications Metric/International Standards Specifications Safety Standards Please refer to the Declaration of Conformity Environmental Specifications Noise levels Idle 0 dB (A) 63 dB(A) Operating Environment Temperature 5–40 41–104 (operational) Humidity (non- 0–95% RH condensing) Interface Specifications...

  • Page 94: Quick Reference

    CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Quick Reference  Press and hold RAM UP  to raise the lower ram to its upper Placing the Specimen limit.  Apply "Mould Release Agent" to the surface of the lower ram.  Place the specimen on the ram.
  • Page 95 CitoPress-10/ -20 Instruction Manual Starting the Mounting Process Note: If a method is associated with a dosing unit, placing the unit on CitoPress selects this method automatically.  Either select a method, or change the appropriate parameters.  Press START , and the process will run automatically.

  • Page 96: Declaration Of Conformity

    Information NFPA70:2014, NFPA79:2012 FCC 47 CFR Part 15, ICES-003 The above has been declared according to the global method, module A Christian Skjold Heyde, Date: 11.03.2015 Vice President, R & D and Production, Struers A/S  Overensstemmelseserklæring Dansk Fabrikant, Struers A/S...
  • Page 98  Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...

  • Page 99: Spare Parts And Diagrams

    CitoPress-1/ -10/ -20 Spare Parts and Diagrams Manual No.: 15737001 Date of Release...
  • Page 100 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 101 Left tower, assembled ............15730020 Right tower, assembled ............. 15740022P Frontplate, assembled ............15740015H CitoPress-1 Diagrams Block Diagram ..............15773050B Wiring Diagram ..............15773100E CitoPress-10 Diagrams Block Diagram ..............15733050B Wiring Diagram ..............15733100E CitoPress-20 Diagrams Block Diagram ..............15743050B Wiring Diagram ..............

  • Page 102: Citopress-1/ -10/ -20

    15730064 Hydraulic components f. tower 2000 Male stud connector 1/8" M14 2NH01018 2010 Hydr.hose 1/8straight 90°elbow 2NU90890 15730020 Left tower, assembled Hydraulic cylinder SL81 15730122 Base elevator, assembled 15730035 15740022 Right tower, assembled Light panel, 2 pcs 15740030 (only CitoPress-10/-20)

  • Page 103: Frontplate, Assembled

    Spare Parts and Diagrams Spare Part list for CitoPress-1/ -10/ -20 Drawing Pos. Cat no. 15740015 Frontplate, assembled Foil, CitoPress-20 15740111 Foil, CitoPress-10 15730143 Foil, CitoPress-1 15770111 Display, 320X240 w. white LED 2HD32024 PCB CitoPress, tested 15733001 Optical encoder 24p...
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  • Page 112: Block Diagram

    Motor 36V/15A Touch Pad 3x5 matrix 5V/200mA A2, Display, 320x240 dots, wh.LED (masked to appx. 320x180 dots) RS232 Parallel Struers A/S Pederstrupvej 84 Rev.B: 22-09-2006 FTH DK-2750 Ballerup Prototype Corrected Denmark telephone: +45 44 600 800 X2, Connector for Service...
  • Page 113 115V X6-2 0.75mm2 DPDT Relay Safety Trafo, IEC741 BU-9 X4-5 BU-10 X4-1 0.75mm2 GNYE-3 GNYE-4 STRUERS A/S STRUERS A/S STRUERS A/S Rev.B: 22-09-2006 FTH Pederstrupvej 84 Pederstrupvej 84 Pederstrupvej 84 7x0.25 mm2 Prototype Corrected DK-2750 Ballerup DK-2750 Ballerup DK-2750 Ballerup Rev.C: 1-8-2008 AKR...

  • Page 114: Block Diagram

    Rev.B: 22-09-2006 FTH DK-2750 Ballerup Prototype Corrected Denmark telephone: +45 44 600 800 X2, Connector X1, Connector for Service + LAN for Cooli CitoPress-10, Block Diagram HL1, LEDs at left Size CAGE Code DWG NO Mounting Unit 15733050 Scale Sheet...
  • Page 115 +45 44 600 800 +45 44 600 800 +45 44 600 800 Rev.D: 2012-01-04 FTH C1 added, F3 changed to 12AT CitoPress-10, Circuit Diagram CitoPress-10, Circuit Diagram CitoPress-10, Circuit Diagram Rev.E: 2014-12-23 FTH RV1+RV2 removed, X10 changed 1 2 3 4...

  • Page 116: Block Diagram

    (option) - Doser ver. (resistor) 10V, 100mA 10V, 100mA RS232 24V + CAN - RF-id Parallel Tx-Rx Struers A/S Pederstrupvej 84 Rev.B: 22-09-2006 FTH DK-2750 Ballerup Prototype Corrected Denmark telephone: +45 44 600 800 X2, Connector X1, Connector for Service + LAN...
  • Page 117 BU-10 BK-29 36V/15A 0-250bar X4-1 0.75mm2 AWG14 DPDT Relay Hydraulic Pump Station (right unit) GNYE-3 GNYE-4 STRUERS A/S STRUERS A/S STRUERS A/S Rev.B: 22-09-2006 FTH Pederstrupvej 84 Pederstrupvej 84 Pederstrupvej 84 7x0.25 mm2 10x0.14 mm2 Prototype Corrected DK-2750 Ballerup DK-2750 Ballerup DK-2750 Ballerup Rev.C: 8-1-2008 AKR...
  • Page 118  Pederstrupvej 84 DK-2750 Ballerup Denmark...

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