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Time-Delay Rotary Latch:
Keeps the door closed while the mill is running, and for 5 seconds after the end of the
run. The Time Delay Rotary Latch, on the right side panel, is powered by an internal motor to engage the latch
actuator in the door. When the mill is started, the Time Delay Rotary Latch locks the door immediately and there
is a delay before the motor starts. When the timer reaches zero at the end of a run, the motor stops, the timer
displays RUN COMPLETE, and the latch stays locked for 5 seconds. At the end of 5 seconds, the latch unlocks
and the timer resets.
NOTE:
Never try to force open the door before the Time Delay Rotary Latch unlocks.
4.4 General Safety
CAUTION:
Every effort has been made to ensure the 8200 Planetary Mill operates at a moderate
noise level. The intensity of noise is directly impacted by the type if grinding jar, number of balls, size
of balls and sample hardness. Ear protection is recommended.
5.0 Touch Screen Display
The 8200 Planetary Mill is programmed and operated through a series of touch screen displays. Transition
between screens, and all programming and operating commands, are done by touching the screen with a
fingertip or stylus.
Do not use a sharp point as this can damage or deface the screen.
5.1 Logo Screen
When the power is switched ON at the front of the mill, “Please Wait” appears during start-up as the software
loads. Then the Spex logo is displayed and a brief animated representation of the Planetary Mill logo. After the
animation has finished, the screen will switch to the Home screen (Figure 3). From the Home screen, the Control
Panel, Run History and Settings can be accessed by touching the buttons displayed.
Figure 3.
Home Screen
5.2 Control Panel
The
Control Panel
displays the programmed run parameters, and the Date and Time at the bottom right of the
screen (Figure 4). Changes to the run settings are made from this screen.
To recall stored run protocols, touch the
Store/Recall
button located at the bottom right of the screen (see
section 5.4 for more information on Saved Protocols).
The
Home
screen icon can be found on all screens (e.g.
Control Panel
) positioned at the top right of the screen.
Touching the
Home
icon allows the user to return to the
Home
screen.
