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Equipment Manual<br />

for the<br />

Operation and Maintenance of the<br />

WG2 Polishing System<br />

Ref: BE-01-9-5


!<br />

NB <strong>Logitech</strong> <strong>Ltd</strong>. assert it’s right under the<br />

Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988<br />

to <strong>be</strong> identified as the author of this work.<br />

c <strong>Logitech</strong> Limited. All rights reserved.<br />

<strong>Safety</strong> <strong>Precaution</strong> <strong>Sheet</strong><br />

<strong>Logitech</strong> Lapping and Polishing Machines<br />

<strong>To</strong> <strong>be</strong> <strong>read</strong> <strong>carefully</strong> <strong>be</strong>fore <strong>use</strong><br />

1. The operator should <strong>be</strong> fully aware of the <strong>use</strong> of the machine<br />

according to the Operation Manual.<br />

2. The machine must <strong>be</strong> placed in an adequate working position,<br />

providing stable support and adequate ventilation. All functions on<br />

the machine and any connected equipment must <strong>be</strong> in working<br />

order.<br />

3. Be sure that the supply voltage corresponds to the voltage stated<br />

on the back of the machine. The machine must <strong>be</strong> earthed.<br />

4. Establish efficient exhaust from the working area if consumables<br />

containing alcohol, for example, are <strong>be</strong>ing <strong>use</strong>d.<br />

5. Make sure that the lapping or polishing plate is correctly mounted,<br />

the driving pins engaged with the holes in the turntable.<br />

6. Before loading or unloading the specimen holder, ensure that the<br />

plate has completely stopped rotating.<br />

7. Keep clear of the rotating plate and spec imen holder during<br />

operation. Make sure that any screws for clamping of specimens in<br />

holders protrude as little as possible.<br />

8. Before loading or unloading the abrasive cylinder, ensure that the<br />

abrasive drive has completely stopped.<br />

9. Observe the current safety regulations for handling, emptying and<br />

disposal of the waste materials and fluids.<br />

10. Always turn off the power and remove the plug or cable <strong>be</strong>fore<br />

opening the machine or working on any terminal connections.<br />

The apparatus/machine is designed for <strong>use</strong> with consumables supplied<br />

by <strong>Logitech</strong>. If subjected to mis<strong>use</strong>, improper installation, alteration,<br />

neglect, accident or improper repair, <strong>Logitech</strong> will take no responsibility<br />

for damage(s) to the <strong>use</strong>r or the equipment.<br />

Dismantling of any part of the apparatus/machine, in case of service or<br />

repair, should always <strong>be</strong> performed by a qualified technician<br />

(electromechanical, electronic, mechanical, pneumatic, etc.).


21<br />

13<br />

34<br />

16<br />

18<br />

17<br />

29<br />

22<br />

33<br />

31<br />

20<br />

1. Fulcrum Pillar<br />

2. Star Clamp<br />

3. Washer<br />

4. Clamp Nut<br />

5. Drive Motor<br />

6. Vertical Column<br />

7. Gearbox<br />

8. Gearbox Fixing Screw<br />

9. Lock-up Pin<br />

10. Hinge Pin<br />

11. Hinge Pin Retaining Screw<br />

12. Gears<br />

15<br />

19<br />

14<br />

30<br />

Figure 1<br />

4<br />

35<br />

28<br />

32<br />

KEY<br />

27<br />

12<br />

13. Overarm<br />

14. Ultrasonic Level<br />

15. Weights<br />

16. Caro<strong>use</strong>l<br />

17. Latch Pin<br />

18. Latch<br />

19. Sample Holder<br />

20. Sample Slide<br />

21. Polishing Plate Base<br />

22. Drive Plate<br />

23. Fine Adjustment Knob<br />

24. Adjusting Lever<br />

26<br />

24<br />

23<br />

25<br />

11<br />

10<br />

9<br />

8<br />

7<br />

6<br />

5<br />

4<br />

3<br />

2<br />

1<br />

25. Plate Cover<br />

26. Roller Arm<br />

27. Cap Screw<br />

28. Locating Pins<br />

29. Drive Rod Points<br />

30. Rollers<br />

31. Drive Rod Clearance<br />

32. Drive Rod Num<strong>be</strong>r<br />

33. Double Load Facility<br />

34. Drive Rod<br />

35. Motor to Gearbox Fixing Screw


1. INTRODUCTION<br />

This manual is intended to assist the <strong>use</strong>r in the operation of the WG2 Polishing Head when fitted to the<br />

<strong>Logitech</strong> PM5 Precision Lapping and Polishing Machine. It covers unpacking, assembly and fine setting<br />

of the polishing head. Operation and processes are suggested, and maintenance and repair are<br />

covered. A wiring diagram is included. Operation of the PM5 machine is descri<strong>be</strong>d in a separate<br />

instruction manual. It is emphasised that the WG2 system is extremely versatile. There are many<br />

potential applications for which this equipment is suitable. However, in this manual, the bias is towards<br />

adjustments and processes for rock/ore polishing technology.<br />

When using the manual it is necessary to refer to the two foldout diagrams (Figs 1 & 2) which can <strong>be</strong><br />

found adjacent to the front and back covers. The bracketed num<strong>be</strong>rs and arrows which appear in the<br />

text refer to parts of the WG2 polishing system. The num<strong>be</strong>r is the item num<strong>be</strong>r (see legend) and the<br />

arrow indicates the appropriate diagram.<br />

e.g. (< 21) refers to item 21 - Polishing Plate Base, on the left hand foldout diagram (Figure 1)<br />

(38 >) refers to item 38 - Slurry Scraper, on the right hand foldout diagram (Figure 6)<br />

(< 2 >) refers to item 2 - Star Clamp, shown on both diagrams<br />

The WG2 polishing head consists of a caro<strong>use</strong>l (< 16) driven through a series of gears within the<br />

overarm (< 13) by a motor (< 5) mounted in the vertical column (< 6 >). The whole assembly is mounted<br />

on the roller arm (< 26 >). Samples are retained, either directly or indirectly using sample holders, by six<br />

drive rods (< 34) on the caro<strong>use</strong>l. The rods can have weights (< 15) placed to increase the load. During<br />

operation samples are moved across the rotating polishing surface by the rotation and reciprocation of<br />

the caro<strong>use</strong>l. Each sample will rotate randomly about the drive rod point.<br />

Due to continuous development, the WG2 details may occasionally differ from those descri<strong>be</strong>d in this<br />

manual.<br />

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2. INITIAL ASSEMBLY AND ADJUSTMENTS<br />

2.1 Unpacking<br />

The WG2 polishing head should <strong>be</strong> <strong>carefully</strong> removed from its packing case and examined for damage<br />

which could have occurred during transit. Remove the polythene wrapping and again examine the unit.<br />

Advise <strong>Logitech</strong> or the relevant agent and the carrier immediately if damage is apparent.<br />

Clean the unit with tissue and mild solvent (e.g. alcohol or acetone) to remove possible sources of<br />

contamination which may adversely affect the polishing process.<br />

2.2 Polishing Plate Location<br />

The polishing plate (21) is positioned on the drive plate (< 22) which is driven from the motor via the<br />

gearbox of the PM5 machine. The plates are equipped with three locating/drive pins on the underside.<br />

Holding the polishing plate by its edge, place the drive pins centrally in the annular groove of the drive<br />

plate. Manually rotate the plate in this groove until the drive pins are located in the holes and allow the<br />

plate to drop gently into place.<br />

If not al<strong>read</strong>y in place, fit a plate cover to the polishing plate. This will allow fitting of the WG2 unit and<br />

approximate positioning of the Head height.<br />

2.3 Fitting of WG2 Polishing Head to PM5<br />

Fit the WG2 support arm assembly over the right-hand support pillar, and clamp into an approximate<br />

position using the star clamp (< 2 >). Hinge up the overarm (< 13) and lock into position with the springloaded<br />

lock-up pin.<br />

Connect the plug to the socket on the WG2 control panel (39 >).<br />

<strong>To</strong> set the precise position of the polishing head it is first necessary to mount a polishing plate on the<br />

PM5 machine, if this has not al<strong>read</strong>y <strong>be</strong>en done (see 2.2 above).<br />

2.4 Precise Setting of WG2 Polishing Head Height<br />

The correct height setting for the polishing head is dictated by the distance from the tip of the drive rod<br />

point when the rod is in the down position to the polishing surface (< 31). The drive rod clearance should<br />

<strong>be</strong> approximately 1.5 mm. However, there is a certain amount of play when the drive rods are in the<br />

down position, and this should only <strong>be</strong> <strong>use</strong>d as a guideline.<br />

Lift the overarm slightly and withdraw the spring-loaded lock-up pin.<br />

Allow the caro<strong>use</strong>l to fall slowly as controlled by the hydraulic damper (37 >).<br />

As the caro<strong>use</strong>l nears its final position, support and gently rotate it to ensure that the gear teeth engage<br />

properly.<br />

NOTE: If the caro<strong>use</strong>l gears do not engage properly, do not force the caro<strong>use</strong>l as this may damage the<br />

gear arrangement. Lift the caro<strong>use</strong>l and repeat the previous step.<br />

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Select the drive rod nearest the front of the PM5 machine. Release it from the latch, and lower it into the<br />

fully down position. Take care that the rod point does not contact the plate cover.<br />

Observe the distance <strong>be</strong>tween the rod point and the plate cover. Lift the drive rod back into the lockedup<br />

position.<br />

Should an adjustment <strong>be</strong> necessary, slacken the star clamp (< 2 >) and adjust the arm position either<br />

up or down as appropriate.<br />

Re-tighten the star clamp and lower the drive rod to check its height above the plate cover<br />

(approximately 1.0 mm). Readjust as necessary.<br />

Finally, with plate cover removed, check that all drive rod points are approximately 1.5 mm above the<br />

polishing disc when in the fully lowered position and with the star clamp fully tight.<br />

Return the rods to the locked up position and replace the plate cover.<br />

2.5 Positioning of WG2 Polishing Head in relation to Polishing Plate<br />

As the PM5 machine plate always rotates in an anti-clockwise direction, the polishing head must <strong>be</strong><br />

positioned to the front of the polishing plate. This is to ensure that the forces imparted to the caro<strong>use</strong>l<br />

by the specimens running on the polishing plate are counteracted by the rollers (< 30 >) on the roller<br />

arm.<br />

In general the head position should <strong>be</strong> set so that when the Eccentric Sweep is in operation, the<br />

specimens travel as near to the edge of the plate as reasonably possible without falling off and also<br />

traverse the centre of the plate. This provides maximum <strong>use</strong> of the plate surface. Also, rotation of the<br />

specimens is assisted when they traverse the plate centre.<br />

Slacken the star clamp and position the polishing head a little towards the front of the polishing plate.<br />

Re-tighten the clamp.<br />

Switch on the PM5 machine in polishing mode and set the Eccentric Sweep amplitude to a relatively low<br />

range. Run the plate slowly. Increase the sweep amplitude, by way of the LCD screens "Set Outer Limit"<br />

and "Set Inner Limit" on the Process Data Display on the machine control panel. Assess the amount of<br />

reciprocation of the polishing head, which should <strong>be</strong> approximately 25mm, and the outer position<br />

reached during this process. Adjust the sweep amplitude as necessary until the required value is<br />

reached.<br />

<strong>To</strong> set the position of the WG2 Head in relation to the polishing plate, press the machine "STOP" key<br />

when the roller arm has reached the outermost point of its sweep movement.<br />

Slacken the star clamp and gently rotate the complete polishing head about the roller arm pillar until the<br />

outermost drive rod point is approximately 12 mm from the periphery of the plate. Re-tighten the star<br />

clamp, ensuring that the Head height remains approximately the same (re-check as in 2.4 above).<br />

Start the PM5 machine and plate running and observe the Eccentric Sweep. Fine adjustment can <strong>be</strong><br />

made using the fine adjustment knob (< 23 >).<br />

Place the slurry scraper (38 >) on its right hand support pillar and position it against the plate. The "L"shaped<br />

catcher should lightly touch both the periphery and the underside of the plate. Excessive<br />

pressure will only wear the scraper block unduly without improving performance.<br />

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2.6 WG2 Controls<br />

(See Figure 2 ) The WG2 control panel (39 >) is mounted on the upper part of the PM5 machine casing<br />

and draws power for the WG2 head from a supply unit located within the machine body.<br />

D<br />

WG2<br />

M aterials Tech nol ogi sts & Eng in eers<br />

A - Power socket for WG2 polishing head.<br />

B - Control knob for direction of caro<strong>use</strong>l rotation.<br />

Figure 2<br />

C - Speed control for caro<strong>use</strong>l. Speed continuously variable from zero to a maximum nominal speed of<br />

35 r.p.m.<br />

D - Jog button to rotate caro<strong>use</strong>l for sample loading and unloading when PM5 machine is switched off.<br />

Speed and direction are set by other controls.<br />

JO G<br />

0<br />

B<br />

A<br />

C<br />

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3. PREPARATIONS FOR POLISHING<br />

3.1 Polishing Surfaces and Abrasives<br />

The WG2 polishing system can accommodate the full range of <strong>Logitech</strong> 30 cm diameter lapping and<br />

polishing plates. These include surfaces of cast iron, polyurethane and soft metal for which conditioning<br />

and flatness gauging accessories are normally required. Many different lapping and polishing abrasives<br />

are available for <strong>use</strong> in various diverse circumstances.<br />

However, this manual is mainly concerned with standard polishing of rock sections, ores and similar<br />

materials. For this type of work, certainly at the initial stages of process development, it is most generally<br />

appropriate to <strong>use</strong> plate bases fitted with self adhesive synthetic polishing pads and diamond abrasive<br />

polishing agents. Subsequent sections are confined mainly to <strong>use</strong> of the WG2 polishing system under<br />

such ‘standard’ circumstances.<br />

3.2 Fixing a Polishing Pad to a Plain Plate Base<br />

Thoroughly clean the surface of the plain plate base with a mild solvent.<br />

With clean, dry hands remove the polishing pad from its protective covering.<br />

Partially remove the backing paper to expose approximately 25% of the adhesive surface. Do not allow<br />

this surface to <strong>be</strong>come contaminated.<br />

Press the exposed part of the pad firmly onto the plate, taking great care not to trap air bubbles. A<br />

pad of clean tissue is suitable for this purpose.<br />

Slowly remove the remaining backing paper whilst pressing and smoothing the pad evenly onto the<br />

plate base.<br />

Note that if there are any air bubbles trapped a new pad will <strong>be</strong> required as pads cannot <strong>be</strong> peeled off<br />

and re-<strong>use</strong>d.<br />

Using a sharp blade, trim off any excess pad from the periphery of the plate.<br />

<strong>To</strong> prevent contamination, immediately cover the polishing surface with the appropriate clean plate<br />

cover (< 25).<br />

3.3 Care of Polishing Surface<br />

It is strongly advised that each polishing surface is dedicated to one particular abrasive size or type. The<br />

plate cover should always <strong>be</strong> fitted except when samples are <strong>be</strong>ing polished. Before fitting a cover,<br />

thoroughly clean the inside with tissue and solvent to reduce the possibility of contamination. Fitting and<br />

removal of plate bases should only <strong>be</strong> carried out with a plate cover in position. It is the responsibility of<br />

the operator to avoid contamination from specimens, other plates, atmosphere etc.<br />

3.4 Application of Abrasive<br />

Diamond can <strong>be</strong> applied to the polishing surface in a num<strong>be</strong>r of different ways. An aerosol spray mixture<br />

may <strong>be</strong> <strong>use</strong>d or soluble diamond compound and lubricating fluid may <strong>be</strong> applied separately by hand.<br />

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The WG2 polishing system is primarily designed for <strong>use</strong> with diamond or other slurry <strong>be</strong>ing continuously<br />

drip fed to the polishing surface by way of an Abrasive Autofeed Cylinder, as this has proved to <strong>be</strong> the<br />

most convenient and economical method. Operation and Maintenance of this cylinder is fully descri<strong>be</strong>d<br />

in <strong>Logitech</strong> Equipment Manuals Ref. No. BE-01-2 or BE-01-47.<br />

3.5 Sample Retention and Drive<br />

Samples are held <strong>be</strong>neath the loaded drive rods and moved by the reciprocating and rotating action of<br />

the caro<strong>use</strong>l. The drive rod - specimen connection may <strong>be</strong> by direct contact in the case of certain types<br />

of unmounted sample, such as ore blocks em<strong>be</strong>dded in resin. For standard rock sections on glass slides<br />

it is convenient to <strong>use</strong> precision machined sample holders.<br />

3.5.1 Unmounted Samples<br />

The arrangement for unmounted samples is shown in Figure 3 <strong>be</strong>low:<br />

RESIN<br />

The height : surface area ratio should <strong>be</strong> kept to a minimum to prevent any tendency for the sample to<br />

dig into the polishing pad<br />

3.5.2 Sample Holders<br />

SAMPLE<br />

7mm<br />

DRIVE ROD<br />

120° OR STANDARD 7mm DRILL POINT AS SUPPLIED DRIVE ROD LOCATION<br />

TOO HIGH<br />

Figure 3<br />

RESIN<br />

SAMPLE<br />

Sample holders are available in different geometries and in general are suitable for samples of any<br />

shape. Their limitation is that the samples held by them must <strong>be</strong> of a standard size as the sample<br />

holders have side plates which fit over the outside of the sample. For standard samples, such as slide<br />

mounts, they are extremely convenient to <strong>use</strong>.<br />

Supplied as standard with the WG2 polishing system are three holders for 51 x 76 mm glass slides and<br />

six holders for 28 x 48 mm or 26 x 46 glass slides.<br />

<strong>To</strong> adapt the sample holders to accept either 28 x 48 mm or 26 x 46 mm slides, the side plates can <strong>be</strong><br />

removed and re-positioned as in Figure 4.<br />

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Chuckfaces may <strong>be</strong> lapped to renew flatness when necessary<br />

3.6 Loading of Samples<br />

26 x 46 mm 28 x 48 mm<br />

FRONT RETAINING PLATES OMITTED FOR CLARITY- DRAWINGS NOT TO SCALE<br />

Figure 4<br />

The six drive rods can each <strong>be</strong> loaded using the loading weights. Each weight is 450g nominal and a<br />

maximum load of 1.8 kg can <strong>be</strong> put on each drive rod. The system is supplied with three loading weights<br />

for each drive rod for normal <strong>use</strong> although four weights can <strong>be</strong> accommodated.<br />

Care should <strong>be</strong> taken to avoid overloading samples on high friction plates.<br />

Where high polishing pressures are required, and for samples with large surface areas (e.g. 51 x 76 mm<br />

slides), it is possible to increase the load on three of the drive rods by using the double load facility<br />

(< 33) on rods 2,4 and 6. This allows the load from one drive rod to <strong>be</strong> added to the next adjacent drive<br />

rod via the double load bar, thus giving a maximum sample load of 3.6 kg.<br />

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4. STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURES<br />

The following is an outline of standard procedures <strong>use</strong>d for the preparation of polished samples of rock<br />

and ores in thin section or resin block form. Individual applications may require these procedures to <strong>be</strong><br />

modified for complete optimisation. A specific set of operating conditions currently <strong>use</strong>d by <strong>Logitech</strong> for<br />

production of 30 micron polished rock sections is descri<strong>be</strong>d in section 4.4.<br />

4.1 Samples<br />

The sample should <strong>be</strong> thoroughly examined to assess its suitability for polishing. Look for pits, plucks,<br />

scratching, taper or any other defect which would render it unsuitable for further processing. Measure<br />

the thickness if appropriate.<br />

Record findings.<br />

Mark the sample for identification during processing.<br />

Immediately prior to polishing, the sample should <strong>be</strong> thoroughly cleaned to remove any possible source<br />

of contamination. Whenever possible the sample should <strong>be</strong> immersed in an ultrasonic cleaner<br />

containing Iso-Propyl Alcohol or other appropriate cleaning agent for at least ten minutes. If an<br />

ultrasonic cleaner is not available, thoroughly clean with a tissue and solvent.<br />

4.2 Standard Polishing Procedure<br />

Set all controls on the WG2 polishing head and the PM5 machine to zero.<br />

Remove all loading weights and lock-up the drive rods.<br />

Locate a plate base fitted with a suitable polishing pad on the driver plate. Leave the plate cover in place.<br />

Check the height, position and reciprocation setting of the polishing head and adjust if necessary as<br />

descri<strong>be</strong>d in section 2.<br />

Clean and fit a slurry chute and tu<strong>be</strong> to the PM5 by way of the screw on the upper casing (<strong>be</strong>side the<br />

cradle for the Abrasive Autofeed Cylinder) and press the slurry tu<strong>be</strong> into the holder (36 >) on the roller<br />

arm.<br />

Adjust the position of the holder to distribute the slurry over the part of the plate track which will<br />

principally <strong>be</strong> covered by the samples to <strong>be</strong> polished. When the caro<strong>use</strong>l is set to rotate contra-lap it will<br />

sp<strong>read</strong> the slurry across the plate to the centre. Conversely if the caro<strong>use</strong>l rotates with the plate the<br />

slurry is sp<strong>read</strong> from the centre.<br />

Place an Abrasive Autofeed Cylinder on the rollers of the cradle in the machine upper casing and check<br />

for free rotation <strong>be</strong>tween the roller flange guides.<br />

NOTE: Cylinders and slurry chutes should <strong>be</strong> dedicated to one particular size of abrasive only and<br />

suitably la<strong>be</strong>lled for identification.<br />

Remove the plate cover and start the PM5 machine with the abrasive feed system running and the<br />

polishing plate rotating at a moderate speed. Adjust the flow to approximately one drop every ten<br />

seconds. If the plate surface is new or dry, wet it thoroughly with abrasive around the periphery by an<br />

initial fast feed of slurry and then reduce to one drop every ten seconds. Stop the machine when the<br />

plate periphery is evenly wetted and set the plate speed back to zero.<br />

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If the slide holders are <strong>use</strong>d, first clean them thoroughly (an ultrasonic cleaner is suitable), then apply<br />

one drop of polishing fluid to the chuckface. Press the slide firmly into place thereby sp<strong>read</strong>ing the fluid.<br />

The slide will then <strong>be</strong> firmly retained by surface tension.<br />

Place the sample on the polishing surface <strong>be</strong>low an accessible evenly-num<strong>be</strong>red drive rod (< 32). Drive<br />

rods 2,4 and 6 have the double load bar fitted. Samples must <strong>be</strong> located under these rods <strong>be</strong>fore<br />

locating or loading samples under the corresponding drive rods 1, 3 or 5.<br />

Lower the drive rod into the hole in the backside of the sample and place one weight on the rod.<br />

If the double load facility is required, lower the adjacent odd-num<strong>be</strong>red drive rod into the down position<br />

so that it rests on the double load bar and place one weight on the rod. Otherwise place a sample on<br />

the polishing surface <strong>be</strong>low the odd-num<strong>be</strong>red drive rod and locate and load as <strong>be</strong>fore.<br />

Set an arbitrary direction on the WG2 caro<strong>use</strong>l direction control and set the caro<strong>use</strong>l speed control to a<br />

low speed. Use the jog button to turn the caro<strong>use</strong>l until another pair of drive rods are accessible and<br />

load as <strong>be</strong>fore.<br />

NOTE: The full capacity of the caro<strong>use</strong>l does not have to <strong>be</strong> <strong>use</strong>d. A single sample may <strong>be</strong> polished on<br />

its own if so desired.<br />

Before starting to polish, apply a drop of polishing fluid to each drive rod locating hole. This provides<br />

lubrication and assists rotation of the sample about the drive rod point.<br />

Start the PM5 machine with abrasive feed system (the caro<strong>use</strong>l will also start) and increase plate<br />

rotation speed smoothly to the chosen value (normally full speed).<br />

Set the WG2 caro<strong>use</strong>l rotation direction to contra-lap or with-lap as desired and set the rotation speed<br />

to the chosen value (normally contra-lap, full speed).<br />

Check that the samples are moving and rotating freely about the drive rod points and across the plate.<br />

"SET" the PM5 machine timer for the desired polishing time. The "SET" function may <strong>be</strong> by-passed if<br />

long polishing times are anticipated, and the machine will run continuously.<br />

Stop the machine and add further loading weights, as the polishing action <strong>be</strong>comes smoother. Restart<br />

the machine.<br />

When the elapsed time on the PM5 control panel reaches that programmed-in by the operator, the<br />

machine will stop automatically. Remove the samples for cleaning and examination and replace the<br />

plate cover.<br />

4.3 Further Stages of Processing<br />

Should the samples require further polishing using a finer abrasive then certain parts of the system must<br />

<strong>be</strong> exchanged and the samples and sample holders require to <strong>be</strong> thoroughly cleaned to remove all<br />

traces of the larger abrasives. In general, other parts of the polishing head and PM5 machine such as<br />

the caro<strong>use</strong>l and weights and the machine deck should <strong>be</strong> cleaned to ensure that there is no<br />

contamination.<br />

Lift off the Abrasive Feed Cylinder and store.<br />

Lift off the corresponding slurry chute and tu<strong>be</strong> and store cleanly.<br />

Fit the plate cover to the plate base and remove the assembly to a clean storage area.<br />

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Clean the WG2 polishing head with tissue and mild solvent and wipe the PM5 machine with tissues<br />

damped with soapy water. Do not <strong>use</strong> solvents to clean the PM5 deck.<br />

Fit the appropriate plate base, pad and plate cover assembly.<br />

Fit the appropriate slurry chute and pipe.<br />

Position the appropriate autofeed cylinder on the rollers.<br />

Clean specimens and holders.<br />

Continue with the next stage of polishing using the general procedures previously descri<strong>be</strong>d.<br />

4.4 <strong>Logitech</strong> Standard Process for Production of 30 micron Polished Rock/<br />

Ore Sections<br />

In conjunction with the standard operation discussed previously, the following is the process <strong>use</strong>d by<br />

<strong>Logitech</strong> to prepare standard 30 micron rock and ore polished sections.<br />

Starting Conditions:<br />

Samples are machine lapped with 600 grit silicon carbide/water slurry to 40 micron thick using the<br />

standard <strong>Logitech</strong> machine system technology. Also, other samples such as impregnated materials<br />

(e.g. soils) which have <strong>be</strong>en produced using an alumina/oil based slurry are suitable. [If materials in a<br />

sample tend to exhibit high relief, a finer alumina/oil slurry may <strong>be</strong> required or the starting thickness of<br />

the samples may <strong>be</strong> increased.]<br />

STAGE 1:<br />

Time : 2 hours<br />

Polishing Surface : <strong>Logitech</strong> Pellon PSU polishing cloth on a plain plate base<br />

Abrasive : 3 micron diamond powder in suspension of polishing fluid<br />

Concentration : 2 gm per fill of abrasive cylinder (1.5 litres)<br />

Rate Of Feed : 6 drops per minute from the end of the slurry feed tu<strong>be</strong><br />

Caro<strong>use</strong>l Rotation : Full speed (35 r.p.m. nominal)<br />

Caro<strong>use</strong>l Direction : Contra-lap<br />

Plate Speed : Full speed (70 r.p.m. nominal)<br />

Sample Load Per sq. cm : Typically 100-200g<br />

ie. 2 weights per 28 x 48 mm slide 4 weights (by double load) per 51 x 76 mm slide<br />

STAGE 2:<br />

As STAGE 1 except abrasive is 1 micron diamond powder.<br />

NOTE: The <strong>Logitech</strong> standard process stops at 1 micron. Users may elect to <strong>use</strong> further stages with<br />

0.25 micron diamond or other abrasive/lap combinations for their own sample requirements.<br />

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5. USE OF OTHER LOGITECH ACCESSORIES<br />

An important feature of the versatility of the WG2 polishing system is its ability to accommodate all other<br />

<strong>Logitech</strong> sample holding fixtures and lapping and polishing plates for a wide range of alternative<br />

processes.<br />

In general all lapping and polishing plates may <strong>be</strong> <strong>use</strong>d in conjunction with the polishing head whenever<br />

the specimen geometry is suitable for this type of drive rod control.<br />

All other jigs and conditioning accessories may <strong>be</strong> <strong>use</strong>d on the lapping plate provided that the WG2<br />

overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l is either locked up or removed entirely from the vertical column. (The latter option<br />

is simple to do and is usually more convenient - see 5.1 <strong>be</strong>low.)<br />

5.1 Removal of WG2 Overarm and Caro<strong>use</strong>l<br />

With the caro<strong>use</strong>l in the down position, remove all the loading weights.<br />

Remove the hydraulic damper (37 >) by unscrewing the two knurled thumb nuts which retain it to the<br />

overarm and vertical column.<br />

Note, for later replacement, that the sliding piston is uppermost.<br />

Loosen the screw (< 11) which retains the hinge pin (< 10).<br />

Support the overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l and withdraw the hinge pin.<br />

Whilst holding out the overarm lock-up pin (< 9), lift the overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l away from the vertical<br />

column and roller arm.<br />

Reassemble the WG2 polishing head by reversal of the above procedure.<br />

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6. MAINTENANCE<br />

Little routine maintenance should <strong>be</strong> required during normal <strong>use</strong> other than some occasional light oiling<br />

of all external moving parts. Note that excessive oiling will only collect dirt.<br />

6.1 Cleaning<br />

Regular cleaning is advised to ensure smooth working and to prevent contamination. Cleaning can <strong>be</strong><br />

carried out with a tissue moistened in solvent. If desired, the caro<strong>use</strong>l can <strong>be</strong> immersed in an ultrasonic<br />

cleaner up to the level marked on Fig 1 (< 14).<br />

It is for the <strong>use</strong>r to decide, according to the requirements of the work in hand, the level of cleanliness<br />

which must <strong>be</strong> attained. However, scrupulous cleanliness will result in a consistently higher standard of<br />

polished sample and is recommended.<br />

6.2 Drive Rod Points<br />

Provided they are cleaned <strong>be</strong>forehand and lubricated with polishing fluid during <strong>use</strong>, the drive rod points<br />

(< 29) will last a considerable length of time.<br />

Should they eventually wear down to a level that prevents free rotation of the samples they can easily<br />

<strong>be</strong> replaced. Using the lever provided, unscrew the worn point and screw in the new. Do not overtighten.<br />

6.3 Drive Motor<br />

After considerable <strong>use</strong>, wear on the carbon brushes may <strong>be</strong>come sufficient to warrant their<br />

replacement. This will <strong>be</strong> evident by a lack of power and an increase in noise level. Replacing brushes<br />

is not recommended and <strong>Logitech</strong> therefore offers a motor exchange scheme.<br />

6.3.1 Drive Motor Replacement: Drive Motor Removal<br />

Remove the overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l assembly.<br />

Remove the polishing and driver plates.<br />

Remove the vertical column and roller arm from the adjusting lever (< 24 >) by unscrewing the nut (< 4)<br />

and washer (< 3). A special spanner is provided for this purpose. Carefully lower the roller arm away<br />

from the adjusting lever.<br />

Remove the six cap screws (< 27) which fix the vertical column to the roller arm.<br />

Remove the three screws (< 35) which retain the motor to the gearbox.<br />

Gently withdraw the motor from the gearbox.<br />

Remove the plug from the power lead by unscrewing the cap and unsoldering the connections. Draw<br />

the lead through the grommet on the side of the motor housing. Remove the motor.<br />

Retain the plug for wiring to the replacement motor.<br />

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6.3.2 Drive Motor Replacement: Fitting Replacement Motor<br />

Carefully unpack the replacement motor and examine it for any damage.<br />

Note the position of the first engaging gear within the gearbox. Carefully replace the motor with the<br />

power lead at a suitable orientation and replace the three screws almost tight.<br />

Gently push the motor sideways so that the motor pinion has maximum engagement with the first<br />

engaging gear in the gearbox and tighten the three screws fully.<br />

Pass the power lead through the grommet and reconnect the plug.<br />

Run the motor and <strong>read</strong>just the gear engagement, if necessary, to minimise the noise.<br />

Replace the six cap screws which fix the vertical column to the roller arm. Do not tighten fully.<br />

NOTE: It is essential that the vertical column is fixed to the roller arm with the caro<strong>use</strong>l properly<br />

supported by the rollers. <strong>To</strong> do this, replace the overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l on the vertical column and adjust<br />

the position of the vertical column on the roller arm so that the caro<strong>use</strong>l runs correctly against the rollers,<br />

<strong>be</strong>fore tightening the cap screws fully. Remove the overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l.<br />

Replace the roller arm and vertical column on the adjusting lever with the washer and nut.<br />

Replace the overarm and caro<strong>use</strong>l.<br />

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