REITEL POLIRET MINI User manual

Operating Instructions
LABORATORY EQUIPMENT IN
STAINLESS STEEL
POLIRET MINI
REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Senfdamm 20 | 49152 Bad Essen
Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.reitel.com | [email protected]

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Dear Customer!
The POLIRET MINI is a compact polishing unit with a powerful motor. It is equipped with a
right side mounted spindle. The polishing unit is perfectly suitable for grinding, polishing,
cleaning and brushing metal and plastic materials. Excellent results and high efficiency are
achieved by the infinitely variable speed from 1.000 - 4.500 rpm. An integrated extraction
provides for dust extraction directly behind the polishing brush with an easy change fleece
filter, machine wash. A safety glass offers high operational safety.
Any other use or usage beyond this scope is considered unintended use. The manufacturer
shall not be responsible for any damages that may result thereby.
Prior to installation of the device operating instructions and especially the safety instructions
must be read and followed by all personnel who use this device.
After having unpacked the device, please check carefully whether transportation damages of
any kind have occurred. If that is the case, the carrier or manufacturer must be notified within
3 days. The company will not be responsible for any damages found after that.
These operating instructions must be read and followed by all personnel who use this device.
Store it at a safe place near the device. This documentation is protected by copyright.
Transmittal or reproduction of this document in whole or in part and disclosure of its contents
is not permitted. If the operation manual gets lost an extra copy can be ordered from the
manufacturer.

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INDEX
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ........................................................................................... 4
B ASIC E QUIPMENT .......................................................................................................... 4
S PECIAL A CCESSORIES .................................................................................................. 4
D EVICE C OMPONENTS .................................................................................................... 4
T ECHNICAL D ATA ........................................................................................................... 5
SAFETY NOTES .............................................................................................................. 6
G ENERAL S AFETY N OTES ............................................................................................... 6
S PECIFIC S AFETY N OTES ............................................................................................... 7
INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................... 8
I NSTALLATION ................................................................................................................ 8
T OOL A SSEMBLY ............................................................................................................ 8
OPERATION .................................................................................................................... 8 
C HRONOLOGICAL RUN OF OPERATION ............................................................................. 8
F ILTER R EPLACEMENT AND C LEANING ............................................................................ 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................................................... 9
MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 10
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................... 11
DISPOSAL REGULATIONS .......................................................................................... 14
SPARE PARTS LIST ..................................................................................................... 15
EU DIRECTIVE .............................................................................................................. 16

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Technical Description
Basic Equipment
 Polishing unit POLIRET MINI with polishing spindle, working lamp and filter bag
Special Accessories
 Order-No.: 24800000 Vario Lifting table
 Order-No.: 22603000 Workholding fixture incl. drill chuck
 Order-No.: 22702100 Filter bag with zipper
Device Components
1 Safety glass
2 Polishing spindle (use an Allen key to remove spindle)
3 Speed controller
4 Power switch
5 Extractor switch
6 Motor stop button
7 Exhaust air opening (topside)
8 Fixing screw
9 Tray
10 Filter bag with zipper (inside the machine)
11 Clamp ring for filter (inside the machine)
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2
3
4 6
7
9
5
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Device view

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Interior view
Technical Data
Line voltage 230 V/50–60 Hz
Motor power 600 W
Extraction 115 W
Height/width/depth 430/530/400 mm
Weight 24 kg
Infinitely variable speed 1.000 – 4.500 rpm
Extraction 500 m³/h
Sound level ≤ 70 dB(A)
Housing Stainless steel
Made in Germany (Subject to modifications)
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Safety Notes
General Safety Notes
 All equipment undergoes final inspection and testing before leaving our factory. However,
if equipment is damaged during shipping or through any other circumstances, it must not
be used in service. Please check the device regularly for damages. Damaged parts
should be replaced immediately.
 All power/air/water/gas sources should be rated for the demands of the device as listed in
the technical data sheets. Maximum ratings must not be exceeded. All VDE (Verein
Deutscher Elektro-Ingenieure) standards should be followed. Equipment should be
grounded according to standards.
 Adherence to valid regulations regarding necessary checks (e.g. according to Accident
Prevention & Insurance or electrical equipment) is exclusively taken over by the
buyer/user of this product.
 This device has been designated to be used only for its intended purpose. All other
applications must be prohibited for safety reasons as otherwise the manufacturer’s
warranty expires.
 The device should be set-up in a clean, well-ventilated room, if necessary under a hood.
 Supporting surfaces should be straight, flat and adequately stable.
 Don’t place anything on top of the machine.
 To avoid injury, appropriate protection should be worn (e.g. gloves, safety glasses, safety
shoes, hearing protection etc.)
 If the machine is defective or working improperly it must be taken out of service. In case
of further use of the machine the owner will be held responsible for any consequential
damage.
 To prevent accidents from water, fire or explosion, all power/air/water/gas sources should
be turned off after working hours and during breaks, and secured against unauthorized
access.
 When carrying out maintenance works or repairs or when opening the device always turn
off the main power switch and unplug the whole unit.
 Repairs should be carried out only by the manufacturer or by qualified and certified
personnel appointed according to chapter 7 – warranty.
 In case of leaking water out of housing or tank shut down device and call service.
 Check all hose connections for leak tightness, if necessary tighten hose clamps again.

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Specific Safety Notes
Note:
 The tool must be securely fixed to the spindle, otherwise there is a risk of injury!
 If motor speed is too high there is danger of burning!
 Keep the housing dry and clean.
 Tools may only be changed when the spindle stands still and the mains plug is
disconnected.
 Use only appropriate tools and no unbalanced tools. Make sure that the tools are
securely fixed.
 Switch on the extraction.
 Never reach into moving machinery.
 Always adhere to the regulations stipulated by the tool’s manufacturer (e.g. max. speed,
recommended material).
 Make sure to use only appropriate material for polishing. Adhere to the manufacturer’s
regulations, especially for health protection.
 Take care that the clothing at wrist and forearm is tight. Avoid loose hair and jewellery
which could get into the working spindle or the tools.
 Make sure to use only cleaned or disinfected material with this machine.
 In case of emergency press the motor stop button (6). To unlock the motor stop button
turn it to the right.
 Hold the workpiece firmly in place otherwise there is the danger of flying particles that
might damage the workpiece.

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Installation
The electrical equipment is delivered fully installed. The sealed plug can be connected
directly to the mains supply 230 V/16 A. For installation please refer to Safety Notes in
chapter 2.
Installation
Leave enough space (at least 20 cm) to accommodate exhaust. Establish the power supply.
Tool Assembly
1. Push the polishing spindle tightly onto the axle and secure it with a hexagon socket head
screw. Check for proper fit.
2. Attach the required tool to the polishing spindle and check for proper fit: right-hand
thread.
3. The polishing spindle can be removed from the axle by releasing the hexagon socket
head screw; if necessary use a pressure tool.
Operation
Chronological run of operation
1. Fix the polishing tool to the spindle and fill the tray (9) with polishing paste and/or pumice
or apply it to the polishing tool.
2. Use the speed controller (3) to regulate motor speed. Before starting the appliance, set
speed controller to 0. Switch on power (4). Wait approx. 2 seconds to regulate speed with
the speed controller.
3. Use the extractor switch (5) to activate the extraction.
4. Pressing the emergency stop button (6) stops the running motor immediately in case of
danger. The emergency stop button is unlocked by turning it to the right. Afterwards set
speed controller (3) and power switch (4) to 0. Wait approx. 10 seconds to start the motor
as described under point 2.
5. After having finished work turn power switch off (4).

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Filter Replacement and Cleaning
1. Remove fixing screw (8) on top of the device to remove the cover.
2. Release clamping ring (11) to remove the old filter bag (10).
3. Empty the filter bags, if necessary, wash them:
a. a. Water-soluble contaminants can be washed with cold or 40-50°C warm water in
a trough or washing machine. The addition of 1-3 g/L of non-ionic surfactant is
helpful.
b. For acidic contaminants, wash at a maximum of 50°C with the addition of 1-2 ml/L
of ammonia. Alkaline contaminants can be dissolved by soaking in water at a
maximum of 50°C with 1-2 ml/L of vinegar for one to two hours.
c. Resin-based impurities require soaking for several hours in cold water with
1-10 g/L of solvent.
d. The filters can be dried in a machine dryer at a maximum of 60°C or air-dried.
e. No obligations can be derived from the above recommendations.After the new
filter bag has been positioned on the adapter, fasten the clamp ring and reinstall
the cover, closing it.
4. Slide the new or cleaned filter bag together with the clamping ring onto the inlet fitting.
Close the clamping ring and attach the cover.
5. Fasten with fixing screw. (8).
Troubleshooting
Device won’t start. a. The MOTOR STOP button is pressed.
The MOTOR STOP button is unlocked
by turning to the right. Turn the main
power switch off and wait approx. 6
seconds before turning it on again. The
motor starts running after approx. 6
seconds.
b. Check the main fuse of the building.
c. Check the appliance fuse. (The fuse
holder is located inside the power
socket of the device.)
Overload protector has tripped.
Overloaded motor due to steady use and/or
excessive contact pressure 
Turn off power, check for free spindle run
and switch on power after a cooling-off
period.
Insufficient suction power.
Clean filter or change it if necessary
(machine wash at 40°C). Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions of the polishing
material.
Insufficient motor power Polishing brush is too big or max. diameter
approx.150 mm/contact pressure is too
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Machine runs unevenly. Check for unbalanced polishing disc or
spindle
Maintenance
 Regularly check the device for visible damage to the housing or power cord.
 Clean regularly dirty tools as well as the tray (9).
 Replace worn or defective tools reguarly.
 Change or wash the filter bag (10) regularly (refer to chapter 4.2 Filter change).

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Warranty
We, REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH, offer a 1 year’s warranty beginning from the proven
date of purchase. This warranty covers all defects traceable to materials, design or
workmanship. The following warranty regulations are applicable:
Within the warranty period Reitel Feinwerktechnik GmbH or an authorized distributor agrees
at its sole option, to perform repair or replace this product at no charge covering all defects
traceable to materials, design or workmanship. Warranty only applies to appropriate use and
regular maintenance of this product according to the operating instructions. Claims under
warranty are restricted to complementary performance. Additional claims, especially claims
for indemnifications, are not covered by this warranty.
1.
Warranty claims have to be addressed to the distributor the product was purchased from or
directly to our service department.
Contact:
REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Senfdamm 20
49152 Bad Essen
Germany
Phone: [phone] (Service Department)
Phone: [phone] (Reception)
Fax-No: [phone]
2.
In case of warranty claim application the sales receipt or your purchase invoice showing the
date of purchase of the product and the serial number must be furnished. Securely pack and
ship the device, freight charges prepaid, at your own risk to us, along with a report describing
the defect. We reserve the right to decline warranty if this information has been removed or
modified after purchase of the product or if they are not included in case of warranty claims.
3.
Warranty repairs have to performed by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH or by authorised
distributors. Repairs performed by non-authorised companies will void the claim for refund
since damages to the product resulting hereof are not covered by warranty.
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If the unit sent in for repair or replacement is still under the original warranty then warranty is
to the end of the original 1 year warranty.
5.
If the unit is destined to be operated in another country than originally intended and
manufactured for, modifications to the product might be necessary to comply to special
technical and /or safety standards of that specific country. Such modifications are no defects
traceable to materials, design or workmanship. and are therefore expressly excluded from
warranty claims.
Modification costs or damages arising from operation of the product under deviating
conditions are not covered by warranty.
6.
Exclusions from warranty:
 Service and maintenance work as well as repair and replacement of consumables
according to our consumables‘ list
 Transportation cost of the machine or installation and dismounting expenses incurred
 Damages due to use of the product other than for its intended purpose
 Damages due to faulty installation or insufficient maintenance of the product (e.g.
decalcification)
 Damages due to natural disaster e.g. lightning, water, fire, act of nature beyond
control, war, inadequate line voltage, insufficient ventilation, no decalcification,
insufficient care and cleaning or non-adherence to operation and maintenance
instructions according to the accompanying operation guide.
 Damage due to use of the product other than in accordance with the instructions
provided by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmH;
 The warranty does not cover the cost of removal and replacement of parts and
accessories, unless supplied as original equipment by REITEL Feinwerktechnik
GmbH
 All kind of damages occurred not directly at the device as well as consequential
damages (e.g. damages to furniture due to a lack of water, downtime of the machine,
material, lost working hours, wages and other consequential damages).
This warranty shall be rendered null and void if:
 the product has been subject to any modification, repair or replacement other than as
authorised by REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
 the product is continued to be operated despite a functional defect

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7.
The warranty is device specific and may be claimed, within the warranty period, by any
person who has legally acquired the device.
8.
Consumables are excluded from warranty. Spare parts are subject to a warranty coverage of
6 months against all defects traceable to materials, design or workmanship according to
these warranty regulations.
9.
Legal default claims on the part of the purchaser remain unaffected by this warranty.
10.
We reserve the right to charge a fee of 30 € if repair of the device is rejected and the device
is destined to be sent back unrepaired.
11.
Please note:
Upon repair or replacement of this unit, personal data and settings might get lost or
damaged. We don’t accept liability for all kind of data loss. The customer is advised to
backup essential programs and data before sending for service.
12.
This warranty shall be interpreted in accordance with German law to the exclusion of UN
sales law. Place of jurisdiction is our business location.
13.
If any provisions of this warranty are judged to be illegal or unenforceable, the continuation in
full force and effect of the remaining provisions will not be prejudiced. The provisions of this
warranty judged to be illegal or unenforceable shall be construed so as to give effect to the
intent manifested by the provision held invalid, illegal or unenforceable and to give effect to
section 13 hereof.
14.
Should you need to borrow a device while your device is being repaired, please contact
Messrs. REITEL or your distributor. These loans are a service for which availability cannot
necessarily be guaranteed. After the warranty period, a free may be charged for loan
equipment as well as for shipping and packaging.

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Disposal Regulations
According to valid regulations our devices are properly disposed of according to
B2B – Regulations for proper disposal. For further information please contact
your local dealer.

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Spare Parts List
Best.-Nr.
Ref.:
Poliret mini (VA)/(Stainless steel) 54.2
Ersatzteilliste / Spare Parts List
Stck/ME
Qty.
ME
Unit
E6269000 Ablageschale Kunststoff schwarz - ab Geräteno. 635 1 Stck/piece
22702100 Filterbeutel mit Reissverschluss / Filter bag with zipper 1 Stck/piece
E7341700
Schutzscheibe, Acryl, ab Gerätenummer 635 /
Acrylic protection panel 1 Stck/piece
E6012100 Lüftungsgitter / Ventilations's grid 1 Stck/piece
E6303800 Polierspindel / Polishing spindle 1 Stck/piece
E6064800 Schalter beleuchtet grün / Green illuminated switch 1 Stck/piece
E6246710 Schutzrohr Aryl Lampe / Acrylic protection tube for lamp 1 Stck/piece
E6048700 Sicherung 6,3A träge / Delay fuse 6,3 A 2 Stck/piece

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EU DIRECTIVE

We manufacture in compliance with Quality Management ISO 13485:2016 incorporating
established process standards.
REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH
Senfdamm 20 | 49152 Bad Essen
Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]
www.reitel.com | [email protected]
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