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MA391572_13.5   

 

7/01/2013 

 

www.buehler.com 

HandiMet

 2 Roll Grinder 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for HandMet 2

Page 1: ...MA391572_13 5 7 01 2013 www buehler com HandiMet 2 Roll Grinder ...

Page 2: ...een a leading manufacturer of scientific instruments and supplies for use in materials analysis Buehler products are used throughout the world in manufacturing facilities quality laboratories and universities to analyze all types materials including Ferrous and Non ferrous metals Thermal spray coatings Printed Circuit Boards Fasteners Ceramics Composites Semiconductors Rocks Glasses Plastics Compa...

Page 3: ...tem ISO 9001 2008 Registered firm Underwriters Laboratories Inc QMS Cert 10001679 1130 W Lake Cook Road Suite 340 Buffalo Grove IL 60089 USA This machine is CE marked RoHS Compliant 2011 65 EU Directive Minhang Shanghai China Prepared by Kate Watling Technical Communicator THIS MANUAL IS A CUSTOM GENERATED DOCUMENT IT INCLUDES ALL REVISIONS RELATED TO THIS SPECIFIC BUEHLER ITEM AS OF THE DATE SHOW...

Page 4: ...ns 1 Safety Information 2 Machine Use and Care 2 Safety Terms 2 Unpacking 3 Plumbing 3 Water Connections 4 Drain Connections 4 Loading CarbiMet Abrasive Paper Rolls 5 Advancing the Abrasive Paper 5 Operation 6 Water Control 6 HandiMet 2 Grinding Techniques 7 Maintenance 7 Accessories 8 Buehler Environmental Policy 8 ...

Page 5: ...ths or 2000 hours of normal use whichever comes first from the date of receipt by the customer The warranty is void if inspection shows evidence of abuse misuse unsafe use or unauthorized repair This warranty covers all Buehler costs associated with the replacement of defective materials e g parts and labor If for any reason this unit must be returned to Buehler for warranty service please contact...

Page 6: ...ks may ignite the dust or fumes Maintain the HandiMet 2 with care Properly maintained machines are less likely to bind and are easier to control Any alteration or modification is a misuse and may result in a dangerous situation Use only qualified personnel to perform installation and repair Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury Replace damaged o...

Page 7: ...3 lbs 15 kg Carefully lift the unit from the shipping carton Follow approved procedures and safety practices when lifting and installing this machine Improper lifting can result in machine damage Plumbing Select a location for your HandiMet 2 that provides an adequate working space a power source water connections and a drain When connecting water to the HandiMet 2 observe local water regulations ...

Page 8: ...al water source equipped with a separate shut off valve Figure 1 HandiMet 2 Drain and Water Connections NOTICE The main water supply must be shut off at night or when the machine is left unattended Drain Connections 1 Place the HandiMet 2 on a level surface for proper drainage 2 Connect one end of the supplied drain hose to the drain outlet fitting located on the back of the HandiMet 2 3 Extend th...

Page 9: ...paper roll 4 Thread the end of the paper roll over ROLLER 1 and under ROLLER 2 WITH SPRING see Figure 3 5 Slide the paper forward to the PVC PLATEN 6 Insert the paper between the PVC PLATEN and the PAPER EDGE GUIDE Advancing the Abrasive Paper 1 Turn off the water flow 2 Using the palm of the hand push the paper through the trim strip at the front end of the HandiMet 2 3 Remove the worn paper 4 Tu...

Page 10: ...ater Control Knob located on the HandiMet 2 top panel Adjust the Water Control Knob to provide a steady but gentle stream of water The proper water flow allows the abrasive paper to grind freely and effectively while flushing the waste products away Too little water flow will produce an excess of build up of sample debris on the abrasive paper and reduce the paper s grinding abilities Too much or ...

Page 11: ...from the coarsest grit 240 to the finest grit 600 for fine grinding Rotate the specimen 90 degrees between each step so the grinding is perpendicular to the previous scratches This will provide a clear indication o how the grinding is progressing Rinse the sample between each step to remove the abrasive particles Ultrasonically clean the sample thoroughly after the last grinding step 600 grit Chan...

Page 12: ...ding the commitment to meet or exceed applicable legal and other requirements to strive for continual improvement in our environmental management system and to minimize the creation of wastes and pollution We at Buehler will therefore manage our processes our materials and our people in order to reduce the environmental impacts associated with our products To help conserve natural resources and to...

Page 13: ...HandiMet 2 Assembly Drawings Note Drawings and parts list subject to change without notice 9 MA391572_13 5 Original Instructions 7 01 2013 Figure 6 HandiMet 2 Assembly Diagram Detail A 391572A ...

Page 14: ...HandiMet 2 Assembly Drawings Note Drawings and parts list subject to change without notice 10 MA391572_13 5 Original Instructions 7 01 2013 Figure 7 HandiMet 2 Assembly Diagram Detail B 391572B ...

Page 15: ...HandiMet 2 Assembly Drawings Note Drawings and parts list subject to change without notice 11 MA391572_13 5 Original Instructions 7 01 2013 Figure 8 HandiMet 2 Assembly Diagram Detail C 391572C ...

Page 16: ...HandiMet 2 Assembly Drawings Note Drawings and parts list subject to change without notice 12 MA391572_13 5 Original Instructions 7 01 2013 Figure 9 HandiMet 2 Packaging Diagram 391572D ...

Page 17: ...0 Screw 10 24 x 3 8 Cross Pan Head 4 EA R7832 Screw 8 32 x 5 8 Cross Pan Head 8 EA R7943 Reducing Bushing 1 4 NPT 1 8 NPT 1 EA R8434 Screw 10 24 x 1 2 Socket Head 16 EA R8465 Screw 10 16 X 1 Hex Stainless Steel 4 EA R8567 Tubing 1 2 Clear PVC 48 IN R8579 Tape PCB Track Mounting 4 EA R8624 Nut 8 32 10 EA R8640 Clamp Tube Sleeve 2 EA R8641 Tube Polyurethane 1 8 ID x 1 4 OD 14 EA R8755 Tee Male Run 1...

Page 18: ...andiMet 2 1 EA 1572S046 Tube Water Distribution 1 EA 1572S501 Nameplate Upper 1 EA 1572S500 Nameplate Lower 1 EA 305143240000 CARBIMET Roll 240 grit 1 EA 305143320000 CARBIMET Roll 320 grit 1 EA 305143400000 CARBIMET Roll 400 grit 1 EA 305143600000 CARBIMET Roll 600 grit 1 EA 674S072 Compression Spring 0 17 ID x 0 22 OD x 4 0 FL 4 EA 7674S06000 Platen PVC 4 EA 7674S02700 Expander 4 EA 7674S070 Rod...

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Page 20: ...Notes 16 MA391572_13 5 Original Instructions 7 01 2013 ...

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