Struers Accutom-5, Instruction Manual

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Accutom-5
Instruction Manual
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The sample does not rotate.
The sample is rotating around its centre.
The speed can be set to three different levels, 1, 2 or 3.
The direction of rotation can be set to either counter- or
co-rotation. Counter-rotation is recommended.
Press F3 to test sample rotation with the set parameters.
The sample is rocking/oscillating around its centre.
The speed can be set to three different levels, 1, 2 or 3.
The angle can be adjusted from 10° to 400°.
Press F3 to test sample rotation with the set parameters.
The cooling water can be set to either on or off. For all normal cutting
operations the setting should be on.
Before you start cutting make sure that the cutting chamber is clean
to ensure a free flow of cooling water.
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Position the sample correctly.
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Set the correct cutting parameters.
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Make sure that the correct cut-off wheel is mounted.
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Close the cover of the machine.
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Press START
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Rotation
Only for Accutom-5 with rotation
Rotation: Off
Rotation: Continuous
Rotation: Oscillating
Note
When the sample is moved in the x- or y- direction, with Rotation set to
Cont. or Osc. a warning message, “Rotation Mode !”, will briefly flash on the
screen as a reminder that rotation mode is selected.
Water
Starting the Cutting
Co-rotation Counter-rotation