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WARRANTY
Terms and Conditions applying to all PACE Technologies Products
1. LIMITED WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMER:
PACE Technologies Products are warranted for one year from the purchase date to be free from defects in
material and workmanship under correct use, normal operating conditions, and proper application. PACE
Technologies obligation under this warranty shall be limited to the repair or exchange, at PACE Technologies
option, of any PACE Technologies Product or part which proves to be defective as provided herein. PACE
Technologies reserves the right to either inspect the product at Buyer’s location or require it to be returned to
the factory for inspection. Buyer is responsible for freight to and from factory on all warranty claims. The
above warranty does not extend to goods damaged or subjected to accident, abuse or misuse after release from
PACE Technologies warehouse, nor goods altered or repaired by anyone other than specifically authorized
PACE Technologies representatives. PACE Technologies shall not in any way be responsible for the
consequences of any alteration, modification or misuse unless previously approved in writing by an officer of
PACE Technologies.
PACE TECHNOLOGIES MAKES NO EXPRESS WARRANTIES OTHER THAN THOSE WHICH ARE
SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED HEREIN. Any description of the goods sold hereunder, including any
reference to Buyer’s specifications and any description in catalogs, circulars and other written material
published by PACE Technologies, is the sole purpose of identifying such goods and shall not create an
express warranty that the goods shall conform to such description.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED. THERE ARE NO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MECHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY STATES PACE TECHNOLOGIES ENTIRE AND
EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY AND BUYER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY CLAIM FOR DAMAGES
IN CONNECTIONS WITH PACE TECHNOLOGIES PRODUCTS. PACE TECHNOLOGIES WILL IN NO
EVENT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, NOR
FOR ANY SUM IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE.
2. LIABILITY CAP:
PACE Technologies maximum aggregate liability for loss and damage arising under, resulting from or in
connection with the supply or use of the Equipment and Consumables provided under this purchase, or from
the performance or breach of any obligation (s) imposed hereunder, whether such liability arises from any one
or more claims or actions for breach of contract, tort, (including negligence), delayed completion, warranty,
indemnity, strict liability or otherwise, unless otherwise limited by the terms hereof, shall be limited to one
hundred percent (100%) of the purchase price.
3. DELIVERY:
Customer assumes and shall bear the risk of all loss or damage to the Products from every cause whatsoever,
whether or not insured, and title to such Products shall pass to Customer upon PACE Technologies delivery of
the Products to the common carrier of Pace Technologies choice, or the carrier specified in writing by
Customer, for shipment to Customer. Any claims for breakage, loss, delay, or damage shall be made to the
carrier by the Customer and Pace Technologies will render customer reasonable assistance in prosecuting
such claims.
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4. ACCEPTANCE:
Customer shall inspect the Products promptly upon receipt of delivery. Unless customer objects in writing
within thirty (30) business days thereafter, customer shall be deemed to have accepted the Products. All claims
for damages, errors, or shortage in Products delivered shall be made by Customer in writing within such five
(5) business day period. Failure to make any claim timely shall constitute acceptance of the Products.
5. PAYMENT:
Customer agrees to provide timely payment for the Products in accordance with the terms of payment set forth
on the reverse side hereof or in any proposal submitted herewith. If any payment is not paid on or before its
due date, Customer shall pay interest on such late payment from the due date until paid at the lesser of 12% per
annum or the maximum rate allowed by law.
6. DEFAULT:
If Buyer is in default (including, but not limited to, the failure by Buyer to pay all amounts due and payable to
Seller) under the work or purchase order or any other agreement between Buyer and Seller, Buyer’s rights
under the warranty shall be suspended during any period of such default and the original warranty period will
not be extended beyond its original expiration date despite such suspension of warranty rights.
7. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS:
This agreement has been made in and shall be governed by the laws of the State of Arizona. These terms and
conditions and the description of the Products on the reverse side hereof or in any proposal submitted herewith
constitute the entire agreement and understanding of the parties with respect to this sale and supersede all prior
and contemporaneous agreements or understandings, inducements or representations, expressed or implied,
written or oral, between the parties with respect hereto. Any term or provision of this Agreement may be
amended, and any observance of any term of this Agreement may be waived, only by a writing signed by the
party to be bounds. The waiver by a party of any breach shall not be deemed to constitute a waiver of any
other breach. Should suit be brought on this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its
reasonable attorneys’ fees and other costs of suit including costs and attorneys’ fees incurred on appeal or in
collection of any judgment.
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1.0 Product Description
1.1 General Description
Safety
Lock-out
The MEGA-T300 is a manual wheel feed
or table feed abrasive cut-off machine for
cutting materials ranging from soft
aluminum metals to hardened tool steels.
It is ideal for the metallographic
laboratory, as well as for small industrial
or production applications.
The MEGA-T300 is very robust and
durable with its cast aluminum alloy and
stainless steel construction. Featuring a
corrosion-free T-slot table, the MEGA-T300 is a very versatile table feed bench
top model metallographic cutter.
Manual
wheel
feed
Control
panel
Blade
change
locking peg
Cutting
chamber
Safety
Lock-out
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2.3 Installation
Install unit carefully! Improper installation voids warranty.
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The MEGA-T300 should be placed on a flat
stable surface.
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TO OPEN HOOD, CUTTER IS SHIPPED WITH THE
LOCKOUT SWITCH TURNED TO UNLOCK. AFTER
CONNECTING POWER, TURN SWITCH TO
LOCK TO OPEN HOOD AND TO USE CUTTER
Connect coolant tank
supply, drain and
electrical connections.
Before installation or when there
is no power to the machine, the
hood cannot be opened with the
interlocking safety device in the
LOCK position. To open the
hood without power hook-up,
turn the interlocking device with
key to the UNLOCK position
(used for service and shipping).
Shipped in the
Unlock
CAUTION
Turn to Lock
position to operate
Electrical connections—The standard saw is designed to operate at 208-220V 3-phase
(120V-120V-120V-ground) (optional 380/400/480V)
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Verify voltage on nameplate
Verify the direction of rotation of the cut-off wheel. The wheel should turn fromtop to bottom
as viewed from the front of the machine.
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(Installation continued on next page)
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3.0 Safety Guidelines
3.1 Warning Sign
3.2 Safety Precautions
This sign points to special safety features on the machine.
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Careful attention to this instruction manual and the recommended safety guidelines is
essential for the safe operation of the MEGA-T300.
Proper operator training is required for the safe operation of the MEGA-T300. Any
unauthorized mechanical and electrical change, as well as improper operation, voids all
warranty claims. All service issues need to be reported to the manufacturer / supplier.
Before operating, cutting chamber hood must be closed. After cutting, the safety latch
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will not open for approximately 5 seconds after pressing the stop (red) button.
Use only certified cut-off wheels from a professional supplier. Improper blades selection
voids warranty. (For appropriate blade selection, refer to the Abrasive Blade Selection
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Guidelines Chart in Section 4.4)
Disconnect power before opening the main unit.
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Replacement parts should be installed only by qualified personnel.
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Securely clamp the part / sample to the working table. During cutting, consider that the
part may pinch and cause jamming of the cut-off wheel. Use the appropriate clamping
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devices to avoid this occurrence.
Never start a cut under load.
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Make sure that the cut-off blade is rotating down and into the sample.
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3.3 Emergency Statement
The MEGA-T300 abrasive cutter has been designed for cutting metallographic specimens.
DO NOT CUT oversize samples. Always follow proper operational guidelines and avoid
contact with moving parts, lubricants and abrasives. Seek appropriate medical care for
cutting injuries.
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Recirculation tank
Water
pump
Electrical
connection
The MEGA-T300 is equipped with a mobile
three-chamber counter-current coolant tank.
The first chamber contains a coarse strainer
for removing larger debris.
Replacement of the coolant is accomplished
by rolling out the tank and removing the
water pump.
Note: Dispose of the old coolant in
accordance with federal, state and
local regulations.
Drain
line
Pressure
line
Tank
drain
Three Chamber tank
with counter-current
flow
Rinse line
After cutting, it is recommended that the cutting
chamber be rinsed to prevent debris and
corrosion build-up.
Water flow
regulating valve
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4.5 Manual cutting (step-by-step procedure)
1. Connect electrical power and turn on master power switch on the side panel
before opening the hood.
2. Position fixtures and sample near to cut-off wheel.
3. Close hood.
4. Turn on coolant and cutter motor.
5. Hand feed the cutting wheel or table feed into the sample.
6. Turn off cutter and allow blade to completely stop before opening cover.
Note magnet safety switch has an approximately 5 second delay. Cutter
hood cannot be opened until safety switch is deactivated.
4.6 Fixturing sample
For proper clamping, use the appropriate clamping vises to securely hold the sample in
place. It is recommended that both sides of the part be clamped to avoid pinching of the
blade (possibly breaking the blade) and to minimize burning of the workpiece during
cutting.
For proper fixturing, take into account the initial stress on the samples.
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Fixture examples
Fast clamping
Left lever (Cat. No. QCL-1100)
Right lever (Cat. No. QCR-1100)
Note: vises have a slot in them so
that the face does not rotate
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5.0 Maintenance
5.1 Introduction
The MEGA-T300 requires very minimal maintenance. However, to increase the life of the
saw, it is suggested that the cutting chamber be rinsed after cutting.
It is also recommended that the hood be left open in order to minimize corrosion inside of the
chamber due to high humidity from the cutting operation and cutting fluid.
5.2 Cleaning outside cabinet
The cabinet and front shield should be cleaned occasionally with a moistened cloth. Do not
use any chemicals or cleaning abrasives. We recommend an anti-condensation gel be used
on the front panel.
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