The specimen mover head has pressurized feet which can be adjusted individually to keep the
specimens in place.
The operator decides which holding device should be used and the specimen force is adjusted
individually on the pressurized feet from the mover head to keep the specimens in place.
The operator sets the rotation speed of the preparation disc before starting the process.
The operator starts the machine by pressing the Start button on the control panel.
Cooling water is applied automatically when the operator opens the water tap. The operator applies
other fluids manually or by using a separate dosing unit.
The operator stops the machine by pressing the Stop button on the control panel.
The operator cleans the specimens before the next preparation step or inspection.
The machine must always be used with the splash guard in place.
If the emergency stop is activated, the power to all moving parts is cut.
3.2 LaboForce-50
Front view
A Control panel
B Disc speed control
C LED light (not shown)
D Specimen mover head
E Control panel column
Rear view
A Rotation switch (Specimen mover head)
B Locking handle
C Type plate
8 LaboForce-50
3 Getting started