Error
The cut-off wheel does not cut
through the sample.
The workpiece breaks when
clamped.
The sample is corroded.
AutoStop does not stop the cutting
action.
Axitom
Instruction Manual
Explanation
Incorrect choice of cut-off wheel.
Cut-off wheel worn.
The cut-off wheel gets caught in the
workpiece.
Incorrect choice of Cutting Mode.
AxioCut/Step (option) is intended for
large workpieces.
The workpiece is brittle.
The sample is not resistant to water. Use a neutral liquid as cooling fluid
The sample has been left in the
cutting chamber for too long.
Insufficient additive for cooling fluid.
The cross-section of the workpiece
is too small or irregular to detect a
change in load.
Action
See Consumables section, Cut-off
Wheels.
Replace the cut-off wheel.
Support the workpiece and clamp it
on both sides of the cut-off wheel in
such a way to allow the cut to stay
open.
See section on Operation, Cutting
Mode.
Place the workpiece between two
polystyrene plates.
NB! Always cut brittle workpieces
very carefully.
or cut without using cooling fluid at
all.
DO NOT USE AN INFLAMMABLE
LIQUID
Leave the protection hood open,
when you leave the machine.
Add Struers Additive for cooling fluid
to the cooling water in the correct
concentration. Check with a
refractometer. See Maintenance
section.
Use the Stop position function.
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