1.FIRST STEPS

Congratulations on your purchase of the ELITE model CU mini 1200 knives grinding machine.

The ELITE CU mini model 1200 is an industrial blade sharpener and grinder to achieve optimal quality for the work for which it has been intended. Its design and programming make it possible to optimize grinding work in an agile and safe way.

This manual introduces you to the main functions of the grinder in order to avoid risks to your health or that may cause a breakdown or premature wear of the machine.

In case of any doubt, please contact us directly or one of our authorized distributors.

Informative Note: The use described in the manual of this knives grinder described therein may present some variations in use as our machinery is subject to possible construction modifications, depending on the incorporation of technological advances in our sharpening equipment.

2.SAFETY

2.1.Safety regulations

Carefully observe and apply the following safety rules, not respecting these rules may cause personal injury or damage to the machine itself.

The installation and maintenance of the machine described in this manual must be carried out only by operators who are familiar with its operation and have sufficient technical knowledge.

The ELITE model CU mini 1200 have been designed for the sharpening of knives, excluding any other type of operation.

These warnings do not include all possible risks that improper use of the machine could cause. For this reason, the operator must proceed with prudence and observing the rules.

2.2.Use and storage of the instruction manual

This instruction manual must be read and understood by all personnel who come into contact with the machine.

This manual is for:

• Indicate the correct use of the machine according to the type of work to be carried out.
• Provide the necessary instructions for the transport, adjustment and maintenance of the machine.
• Facilitate the ordering of spare parts and information on risks.

Limits of use of the manual:

The machine is intended for professional use and therefore the experience of the operator is required and of vital importance.

Importance and conservation of the manual:

This manual must be considered part of the machine and must therefore be attached to it until the end of its use.

Additional information and clarifications:

The user, owner or maintenance person can contact the manufacturer to request any additional information on the use of the machine and possible modalities for maintenance and repair intervention.

Expiration of responsibility:

The manufacturer is considered exempt from any liability in the event of:

• Improper use of the machine
• Use of the machine by untrained persons
• Serious failures in scheduled maintenance
• Unauthorized interventions or modifications
• Use of non-original spare parts.

2.3.Declaration of conformity

The company hereby:
Elite Sharpening Machines, SLU
Joan Oró, 27
ES-08635 Sant Esteve Sesrovires

declares that the product indicated below, based on its conception and construction, as well as the version put on the market by our company, complies with the mandatory basic health and safety requirements of the CE directive.

This declaration loses its validity in the event of unauthorized modifications to the product.

Product name: ELITE CU mini 1200
Product type: Industrial blade sharpener and grinder machine
Serial No.: __

EC Directive Competences:

• EC Machinery Directive (2006/42/EC)
• European directive on electromagnetic compatibility (2014/30/EU)
• The protection purposes of the CE low voltage directive (2006/95/CE) were fulfilled according to annex I, nr. 1.5.1 of the machinery directive 2006/42/EC

The technical documentation was compiled by Legal representative of the documentation:

Sergi Valls Gramunt
Joan Oró, 27
ES-08635 Sant Esteve Sesrovires

Date / manufacturer - Signature: __
Signatory data: Sergi Valls Gramunt, manager

3.TECHNICAL DATA

In the following information table, find the list of technical specifications of the machine described in this manual.

3.2 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS

Connection voltage: 220/400V 3Ph 50/60Hz

Required connection power: 4 kW

3.2 EQUIPMENT INCLUDED

• Magnetic clamping plate of 1230x100 mm.
• Maximum step between plate and grinding wheel: 95 mm.
• Adjustable plate from 0º to 90º.
• Automatic grinding wheel lowering
• Partial lowering adjustable from 0.01 mm to 0.5 mm. Adjustable without steps.
• Total lowering adjustable from 0 to 5 mm. Adjustable without steps.
• Production program for sharpening blades of the same size.
• 3 HP grinding wheel motor. (4 HP in 60 Hz version). Optional: 4 HP motor
• Easy-to-use control panel with LCD touch screen
• Refrigeration equipment with a capacity of 70 liters
• Prepared for connection to an ELITE centralized filtration system model FILTRAmaq SOLO/PRO.
• Motorized carriage movement
• Carriage speed variator
• Working length adjustment
• Displacement of the lowering of the grinding wheel using guides with anti-vibration bearings.
• Manual inclinometer

4.TRANSPORT

The ELITE model CU mini 1200 are delivered packed on a pallet, crate or wooden box. Depending on your destination and means of transportation.

During all transport and transfer, the machine must be kept in its original vertical position, any variation in this position may lead to the loss of the guarantee.

4.1.Instructions for unpacking and setting up

Once the packaging has been opened, remove the fixing stops from the feet of the machine

To remove the machine from the packaging, use a forklift only, with blades long enough to properly support it.

Be sure to lift the machine by placing the forklift blades in the two holes located on each side of the machine for this purpose.

The blades must remain open to the total that the machine's hole allows, in order to have better stability.

Once the machine is located in its final location, you can now remove the protective film and other protections for components, which fixes and prevents the carriage from moving.

5.INSTALLATION

5.1.Machine placement

Before any work we must make sure that the machine is well aligned and does not oscillate at any of its ends, in which case it must be wedged to avoid movements. For its correct level it is necessary to use a spirit level. This check must be carried out both longitudinally and transversally.

Poorly leveling the machine can cause unwanted vibrations and premature wear of the linear guides.

5.2.Electrical connection

Remember: before connecting the machine, remove any protection that the machine may have to protect the components during transport.

The ELITE model CU mini 1200 grinding machine must be strictly connected to the voltage indicated in the machine order and on the machine itself. The connection to a voltage other than that indicated may cause a breakdown in the machine and represents a risk for people who use the machine.

This installation must be carried out by qualified technical personnel and checked with a voltage meter before turning on the machine.

It is absolutely essential that the cross-section of the connection cable is as required, that the machine has a dedicated outlet and is protected against overloads and shunts, and that it is as close as possible to the electrical outlet.

The electrical connection terminals have a red tape to facilitate correct connection.

ELITE does not assume any responsibility in the event of an incorrect electrical installation that may cause a malfunction of the machine and even personal or material damage.

5.3.Main components of the machine

1. Display
2. LED light
3. Wheel up button
4. Wheel down button
5. Emergency stop
6. Carriage travel regulators
7. Holes for lifting the machine
8. Magnetic plate degree selector lever

6.STARTING UP

In this section we show you how to operate the ELITE CU mini 1200 in order to work.

NOTE: The data that appears in the different images are by way of example, each type of tool has its recommended data and a skilled operator must know them.

Emergency stop

It's the round red button. In the event that there is a failure in use or a dangerous situation is being created, it allows the immediately disconnection of the machine.

Should not be used unless strictly necessary.

Once used, to use the machine again, you must pull it to return to the initial position, additional referencing and setting up must be needed.

Sharpening operation

To start the sharpening process, you must first make sure that the emergency stop button is not activated.

6.1.Set up

6.2.Changing the grinding wheel

Necessary tools: Fixed wrench No. 17.

With the machine switched off, remove the hex screw from the bottom of the grinding wheel. Hold the wheel and wheel holder ring throughout so that it does not fall.
Now insert the new grinding wheel.
Reposition the locating ring in the correct position so that the locating pin passes through the locating ring.
Replace the hex bolt and tighten.

6.3 Assembly of the ring gear holder

6.4 How to place the blades to sharpen

7.WORK OPERATION

7.1. Control Panel

7.2. How to demagnetizer blades and tools

If the blades or tools become magnetized by the magnetic plates, we can use the ELITE demagnetizer to eliminate the remnants (optional accessory).

8.MAINTENANCE

8.1.Preventive maintenance

The maintenance of the ELITE model CU mini 1200 is very simple but at the same time important.

It consists of the following:

1. Cleaning of the carriage guides - Daily
2. Cleaning and greasing the grinding chuck, in case the machine is not used for several days, to prevent oxidation.
3. Check the level of coolant in the tank, using the coolant recommended by ELITE: SintoCut MIX for steel and ELITE SintoCut PRO MIX for steel + tungsten carbide. The coolant mixture should be made with water at a proportion between 2 and 8% of SintoCut. Being below it can lead to oxidation of mechanical parts and if the level is higher it can be toxic.
4. Remove the sludge that is deposited both in the work area and in the coolant - Daily.
5. Grease the carriage slide bearings by means of the greasing nipples - Monthly.
6. Keeping the machine clean and in good condition will allow for optimal long-term use.

Use the equipment only in dry environments. The temperature must be between 5 and 40ºC. A relative humidity greater than 90%, as well as a saline environment, would cause premature corrosion of the machine.

9.ACCESSORIES AND CONSUMABLES

9.1.Grinding wheels

9.1.1.For heavy grinding on steel blades

We recommend to use ELITE ref. nr. 3522-A2 or 3522-B2. 6A2 Resin ø150x60xø60 mm.

9.1.2.For HSS or small material remove on steel blades

We recommend to use ELITE ref. nr. 3120-C2. 6A2 ø150x6x4x50xø24CH8 B181 C75

9.1.3.For tungsten carbide blades

We recommend to use ELITE ref. nr. 3020-A2. 6A2 ø150x6x4x50xø24CH8 D126 C75

9.2.Coolant agents

9.2.1.Working only with steel and HSS

We recommend to use ELITE SintoCut MIX or equivalent when working only with steel.

9.2.2.Working with steel and carbide

If the machine should work with steel and also with tungsten carbide then it is better to work with SintoCut PRO MIX or equivalent, with is a better choice in order to work with carbide.

9.3.Equipment

9.3.1.Filtering systems

Machine could be equipped with one of the following ELITE filtering systems. If your machine already has one of this systems and you need information or help, please refer to the manual of the filtering system.

9.3.1.1.FILTRAmaq SOLO

Independent filtering system for one machine.

9.3.1.2.FILTRAmaq PRO

Centralized filtering system for up to 5 machines.

9.4.Demagnetizer

For blades or tools that become magnetized, we recommend using the ELITE demagnetizer.

10.WARRANTY

All our machines are tested before being shipped. However, there can always be defects that are not observable with the naked eye.

Our machines are guaranteed against manufacturing or material defects under normal use and maintenance conditions.

The period of this guarantee is 12 months from the date of purchase and consists of the replacement of defective material.

The guarantee will be automatically canceled in the event of a modification outside our company. Or in manifest cases of misuse of the machine.

The guarantee does not include parts subject to normal wear due to use such as skids, lubrication cartridge, abrasives, etc.

11. DOWNLOAD USER MANUAL

EN - User Manual CU mini 1200.pdf

12.FAQ