Owner's manual

Operating the machine

Fig. 3: Filling in the sample

• Fill the sample material into the die tool (approx. 15 grams).

The pressure pieces are ground and polished on one side.

• Insert the second pressure piece (N) with the ground and polished side (T)

facing downwards.

• Insert the plunger (M) into the die tool.

Press the plunger (M) downwards so that the air cushion escapes.

5.5.3 Pressing the tablet

Fig. 4: Inserting the die tool

NOTE

Damage to the seals and constant loss of pressure

A constant build-up of pressure while the cylinder (J) is moved out to the full extent

damages the seals. There is a fine groove on the cylinder. This groove should not

be visible while the pressure is building up.