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PICO-200 Table Saw

 

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NSTRUCTION 

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ANUAL 

3601 E. 34th St. Tucson, AZ  85713  USA  Tel. +1-520-882-6598  Fax +1-520-882-6599  email: [email protected]    Web: https://www.metallographic.com 

 

 

Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation, operating and safety guidelines.

 

 

 

 

1.2 Technical Specifications 

 

 

 

 

Electrical Specifications:  

110 / 220 Volts 

(50 / 60 Hz)

 

Cut-Off Wheels: 

6in - 8in Diamond Blades 

6in - 8in Abrasive Blades 

Motor Power: 

400W (0.5HP) 

Variable Speed Range: 

100 - 3000 rpm Variable Speed 

Weight: 

Approx. 60lbs (28-kg) 

Dimensions (W x H x D): 

Approx. 16in x 9in x 17in 

(410mm x 230mm x 432mm) 

Working Temperature: 

32° - 100°F  

(0 – 40°C) 

Shipping Temperature:

 

32° - 130°F  

(0 – 54°C)

 

Storage Temperature: 

32° - 100°F 

(0 – 40°C) 

Tank Size: 

1 Gallon (MAX) 

Summary of Contents for PICO-200

Page 1: ...com Web https www metallographic com i Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines Equipment Type Diamond Table Saw for 6in 8in blades Model PICO 200 Speed 100 3000 rpm Electrical Requirements 110 220 Volts Frequency 50 60 Hz Motor Power 200W Manual Revision Date April 24 2022 ...

Page 2: ...01 E 34th St Tucson AZ 85713 USA Tel 1 520 882 6598 Fax 1 520 882 6599 email pace metallographic com Web https www metallographic com ii Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines ...

Page 3: ... com Web https www metallographic com iii Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines Contents Page Warranty iv 1 0 Product Description 1 2 0 Shipping Unpacking and Installation 4 3 0 Safety Guidelines 6 4 0 Start Up and Operation 8 5 0 Maintenance 12 6 0 Trouble Shooting 14 ...

Page 4: ...ing any reference to Buyer s specifications and any description in catalogs circulars and other written material published by PACE Technologies is the sole purpose of identifying such goods and shall not create an express warranty that the goods shall conform to such description THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCH...

Page 5: ...nty period will not be extended beyond its original expiration date despite such suspension of warranty rights 7 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS This agreement has been made in and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona These terms and conditions and the description of the Products on the reverse side hereof or in any proposal submitted herewith constitute the entire agreement and understa...

Page 6: ...cate specimens ranging from fish bones to microelectronic components The PICO 200 has the ability to cut at speeds ranging from 100 to 3000 rpm The PICO 200 comes equipped with vertical vices and a straight angle bar The T Slot table allows the fixtures to be mounted where needed to achieve the best cut possible The PICO 200 has a large cutting area and is capable of sectioning long parts The PICO...

Page 7: ... and safety guidelines 1 2 Technical Specifications Electrical Specifications 110 220 Volts 50 60 Hz Cut Off Wheels 6in 8in Diamond Blades 6in 8in Abrasive Blades Motor Power 400W 0 5HP Variable Speed Range 100 3000 rpm Variable Speed Weight Approx 60lbs 28 kg Dimensions W x H x D Approx 16in x 9in x 17in 410mm x 230mm x 432mm Working Temperature 32 100 F 0 40 C Shipping Temperature 32 130 F 0 54 ...

Page 8: ...urface This allows for a large variety of parts to be mounted and sectioned as required Measurement increments clearly contrasted to the hard black coating make it easy to line up straight cuts Vertical vices are utilized to clamp down on surfaces of samples including irregular shaped samples The PICO 200 is a variable speed diamond saw The ability to adjust the rpm is essential to properly tune a...

Page 9: ... sensor for an added layer of safety while the machine is powered on If the hood is opened the machine will cut power to the motor and stop the blade from rotating The PICO 200 is also equipped with an override button if hand feeding of samples is needed 2 0 Shipping Unpacking and Installation 2 1 Shipping The PICO 200 is shipped in a specially designed custom box When unpacking check that all par...

Page 10: ...om 5 Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines 2 3 Installation The PICO 200 should be placed on a stable flat surface with access to drain and electrical connections After drain and electrical connection are establish the system is ready for operation by activating the main power switch 2 4 Side Connections ...

Page 11: ...the PICO 200 as well as improper operation voids all warranty claims All service issues need to be reported to the manufacturer or supplier Operate unit as specified in this manual Disconnect from power before opening unit Do not leave tools inside cutting chamber Be mindful of fingers when closing the table and lid Extra precaution should be taken when magnetic stop is overridden Ensure all sampl...

Page 12: ...tant The following safety check of the magnetic safety cut off switch is required to verify that he PICO 200 is functioning properly and is ready to use Test 1 Activate main power switch to turn on machine 2 Deactivate override button if active 3 Start the motor 4 Lift the hood Correct Response The motor immediately powers down Malfunction Motor does not lose power Corrective Measure If the motor ...

Page 13: ...nual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines 4 0 Start up and Operation 4 1 General The PICO 200 is a highspeed table saw 4 2 Control Panel Cutting Wheel On Starts the cutting wheel Cutting Wheel Off Stops the cutting wheel inductive break engages to slow wheel Rpm Dial Adjust rpm of cutting wheel Digital Speed Control Displays the rpm of the cutting wheel set by the ...

Page 14: ...e blade flange onto the shaft Ensure that the flat side of the flange is pressed against the collar of the flange 3 Slide the proper sized blade onto the shaft 4 Install the remaining flange ensuring that the flat side of the flange is left exposed 5 Attach the end cap and bolt 6 Hand tighten the bolt 7 Using the two provided wrenches place one on the shaft and one on the bolt Rotate in opposite d...

Page 15: ...A M250 can be used to create a flat surface 1 Using the blade travel knob move the blade towards the back of the machine 2 Position the vertical vice s in the desired configuration by sliding the square nut through the slots on the T Slot table 3 Orient the sample in front of the blade 4 Rotate the vices so that the arm is over the top of the samples surface 5 Tighten the vice down onto the table ...

Page 16: ... Step by Step Procedure 1 Ensure sample is secured properly to the table s surface see reference section Securing a Sample above 2 Close the PICO 200 acrylic hood 3 Power on the PICO 200 4 Set the desired rpm using the speed adjustment knob 5 Press the green start button 6 Rotate the blade travel knob to move the blade into the sample 7 Adjust feed rate as needed 8 Once the sample is cut all the w...

Page 17: ... DIACUT Oil Based Cutting Fluid DIACUT 2 Anti Corrosion Cutting Fluid The PICO 200 wafering saw requires very minimal maintenance However to increase the life of the saw it is suggested that the cutting fluid be changed regularly weekly using a cutting fluid containing an anti corrosion additive e g DIACUT 2 cutting fluid After use it is also recommended that the unit be thoroughly rinsed and drie...

Page 18: ...2 6598 Fax 1 520 882 6599 email pace metallographic com Web https www metallographic com 13 Please read this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines 5 3 Service Panel The PICO 200 is equipped with a removable side panel for service access ...

Page 19: ...on main power switch c Emergency stop button is engaged Release emergency stop button by turning clockwise No Power or Function d Magnetic switch is not engaged Close hood or wiggle hood in closed position until magnetic switch is engaged e Shut off switch is engaged Lift specimen holder arm or turn up shut off switch f Loose or broken wire Disconnect power and open up back panel Check for any loo...

Page 20: ...ad this instruction manual carefully and follow all installation operating and safety guidelines 6 0 Trouble Shooting Continued Problem Cause Solution a Hood is not closed properly Securely close the hood Main Motor does not Operate b Overload activated error E1 Press stop button and then start button c Transformer switch not set to the correct voltage Set switch to the correct voltage ...

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