Struers CitoVac User manual

CitoVac

Instruction Manual

Manual No.: 15927025-01

Revision A

Date of Release: 2023.01.12

CitoVac

Instruction Manual

Table of Contents Page

Intended use ..............................................................3

Safety Precaution Sheet.............................................5

User’s Guide ..............................................................8

Reference Guide......................................................34

Appendix

Pre-Installation Checklist..........................................45

Contents of the Declaration of Conformity................50

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Intended use

For professional materialographic impregnating or gluing of materials

for further materialographic inspection. Only to be operated by

skilled/trained personnel. The machine is designed only to be used

with Struers consumables specially designed for this purpose and

this type of machine.

Impregnating or gluing of materials other than solid materials suitable

for materialographic studies. In particular, the machine must not be

used for any type of explosive and/or flammable material, and

materials or consumables which are not stable under vacuum.

The machine is for use in a professional working environment (e.g. a

materialography laboratory).

NOTE:

READ the instruction manual carefully before use.

Keep a copy of the manual in an easy-to-access place for future

reference.

Do NOT use the machine for:

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Always state Serial No and Voltage/frequency if you have technical

questions or when ordering spare parts. You will find the Serial No.

and Voltage on the type plate of the machine itself. We may also

need the Date and Article No of the manual. This information is found

on the front cover.

The following restrictions should be observed, as violation of the

restrictions may cause cancellation of Struers legal obligations:

Instruction Manuals: Struers Instruction Manual may only be used

in connection with Struers equipment covered by the Instruction

Manual.

Struers assumes no responsibility for errors in the manual

text/illustrations. The information in this manual is subject to changes

without notice. The manual may mention accessories or parts not

included in the present version of the equipment.

The contents of this manual are the property of Struers.

Reproduction of any part of this manual without the written

permission of Struers is not allowed.

Struers

Pederstrupvej 84

DK 2750 Ballerup

Denmark

Telephone +45 44 600 800

Fax +45 44 600 801

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CitoVac

Safety Precaution Sheet

Read carefully before use

1. Ignoring this information and mishandling of the equipment can

lead to severe bodily injuries and material damage.

2. The machine must be installed in compliance with local safety

regulations.

3. The operator(s) must read the Safety and User’s Guide sections

of this manual and the relevant sections of the manuals for any

connected equipment and accessories.

The operator(s) must read the Instructions for Use and, where

applicable, Safety Data Sheets for the applied consumables.

4. The machine must be placed on a safe and stable support table

which is able to carry at least 20 kg/45 lbs.

5. Never use vacuum lids other than the ones delivered from

Struers.

6. If any cracks occur in the vacuum lid it must be replaced

immediately.

7. Ensure that the compressed air and vacuum are switched off

before removing the hoses.

8. Use only consumables (Resinsand Hardeners) which are

suitable for vacuum impregnation.

See the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) on Struers.com for relevant

hazards and precautions.

7. In case of fire, alert bystanders, the fire brigade and cut power.

Use a powder fire extinguisher. Do not use water.

8. Struers recommends the machine to be installed in a well-

ventilated and well-lit (300 lux) fume hood.

The equipment should only be used for its intended purpose and as detailed in the

Instruction Manual.

The equipment is designed for use with consumables supplied by Struers. If

subjected to misuse, improper installation, alteration, neglect, accident or improper

repair, Struers will accept no responsibility for damage(s) to the user or the

equipment.

Dismantling of any part of the equipment, during, service or repair, should always be

performed by a qualified technician (electromechanical, electronic, mechanical,

pneumatic, etc.).

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Icons and typography

Struers uses the following icons and typographical conventions.

A list of the Safety Messages used in this manual can be found in the

chapter on Cautionary Statements.

Always consult the Instruction Manual for information on the potential

hazards marked by the icons fixed to the machine.

ELECTRICAL HAZARD

indicates an electrical hazard which, if not avoided, will result in

death or serious injury.

DANGER

indicates

a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

indicates

a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury

CAUTION

indicates a

hazard with a low level of risk which, if not

avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury

CRUSHING HAZARD

indicates a crushing

hazard

which, if not avoided, could result

in minor, moderate or serious injury

Icons and Safety Messages

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NOTE:

indicates a risk of damage to property, or the need to proceed with

special care.

HINT:

indicates additional information and tips.

The 'colour inside' logo on the cover page of this Instruction Manual

indicates that it contains colours which are considered to be useful

for the correct understanding of its contents.

Users should therefore print this document using a colour printer.

Bold type

indicates button labels or menu options in

software programs

Italic type

indicates product names, items in software

programs or figure titles

Blue text

indicates a link to another section or webpage



Bullets

indicates a necessary work step

General Messages

Colour Inside Logo

Typographic conventions

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User’s Guide

Table of Contents Page

1. Getting Started..................................................10

Device Description ..........................................................................10

Unpacking CitoVac..........................................................................10

Checking the Contents of Packing...................................................11

Consumables .........................................................................11

Placing CitoVac...............................................................................11

Getting Acquainted with CitoVac .....................................................12

Main Switch............................................................................12

Supplying Power .............................................................................13

Connection to the Machine.....................................................13

Connection to Compressed Air/ Vacuum.........................................14

CitoVac for External Vacuum Pump .......................................15

Noise...............................................................................................15

2. Operation...........................................................16

Using the Controls...........................................................................16

Control Panel of CitoVac ........................................................16

Control Panel Functions ..................................................................16

Main switch ............................................................................16

Software Settings ............................................................................17

Using Software Menus ...........................................................18

Configuration Menu.........................................................................18

Process Configuration............................................................18

Options ..................................................................................19

Setting the Language .............................................................19

Selecting a Method .........................................................................21

Editing a Method .............................................................................

Running a Process without cycles...................................................22

Running a Process with cycles.......................................................23

Preparing the Impregnation.............................................................25

Checking the Vacuum Chamber............................................26

Impregnation ...................................................................................27

Gluing .............................................................................................29

3. Maintenance......................................................30

General Cleaning ............................................................................30

Daily................................................................................................30

Monthly ...........................................................................................30

Cleaning the Lid .....................................................................30

Changing the Washer ............................................................30

Spare Parts .....................................................................................30

4. Cautionary Statements.....................................31

List of Safety Messages in the Manual ............................................31

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5. Transport and Storage .....................................32

Relocating CitoVac..........................................................................32

6. Disposal.............................................................33

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1. Getting Started

CitoVac is a vacuum unit for impregnating of porous solid and stable

(non-explosive) materials with Struers' impregnation (mounting)

materials specially designed for vacuum impregnation. The level of

vacuum and process time can be adjusted during the process.

The vacuum chamber is closed by a spring loaded transparent lid

and the nozzle of the disposable tube for dosing of the impregnation

(mounting) material.

The impregnation process starts by placing the specimens in a

mounting cup, place the mounting cup(s) in the vacuum chamber

and setting up the process parameters. A disposable tube is

mounted, and the vacuum valve is closed.

The operator starts the unit manually and closes the vacuum

chamber by pressing the lid down on the pivot joint.

The cup with mixed impregnating material is placed in the cup holder

and the operator manually opens the vacuum valve to let the

impregnation material flow into the mounting cups.

The unit stops automatically and the mounting cup with the specimen

can be removed. The disposable tube is removed together with

remained impregnation material.

Cut the packing tape on the top of the box.

Remove the bag of loose parts.

Carefully lift CitoVac from the box, supporting from underneath

the machine.

Device Description

Unpacking CitoVac

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