7.1
General cleaning
To ensure a longer lifetime for your machine, Struers strongly recommends regular cleaning.
WARNING
Accumulated dirt and swarf (cutting debris) can restrict or cause damage to the
water inlet valves.
Note
Disconnect the machine from the power supply before cleaning it.
CAUTION
Always wear protective gloves and safety goggles when you clean and fill up the
tank.
1.
Clean the tank and the connected tubes thoroughly.If the cooling water has been infected
with bacteria or algae, flush the tank and tubes with a suitable antibacterial disinfectant, e.g.
Struers Unitclean.
2.
Clean the filter.
If the machine is not to be used for a longer period of time
•
Clean the machine and all accessories thoroughly.
7.2
Daily
Checking the cooling fluid
•
Make sure that there is enough cooling fluid in the tank. See the section:
•
Fill up the tank, if necessary. The cooling fluid level should be 25 mm below the upper edge
of the tank.
Note
Replace the cooling fluid immediately if you notice that it is infected by algae or
bacteria.
Remember to add Struers additive. See the container for instructions on how to mix it with water.
You can find information on how to maintain the cutting liquid on the Struers cutting liquid
maintenance guide. See www.struers.com.
7.2.1
Filter bag
Check the filter bag daily and, if necessary, empty and clean it.
1.
Disconnect the electrical power supply.
2.
Remove the cooling unit from the machine compartment.
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