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MM-407 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Instructions MODel FF4 Metal separatOr ERIEZ MAGNETICS HEADQUARTERS: 2200 ASBURY ROAD, ERIE, PA 16506–1402 U.S.A. WORLD AUTHORITY IN ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY FOR MAGNETIC, VIBRATORY and INSPECTION APPLICATIONS...
Table of Contents ERIEZ MODEL FF4 METAL SEPARATOR GENERAL INfoRMATIoN ..................4 DESIGN AND METHoD of opERATIoN ............5 SAfETy ......................... 8 INSTALLATIoN ADVICE ..................10 INSTALLATIoN ....................12 ERRoRS AND fAuLT RECTIfICATIoN ............. 12 MAINTENANCE ....................13 SpARE pARTS ....................14...
The information in this instruction manual only applies • Accumulation of metal residues. to the ff4 Metal Separator. A label with the respective data is attached at every system. • Accumulation of metal particles in a batch of bulk material.
16 Cable set for remote control unit 9.84', 19.69', 32.81', and 49.21'.(3 m, 6 m, 10 m and 15 m) 17 Bulk material temperatures of up to 284°f (140°C) 18 Direct contact with food 19 Enhanced wear protection Model FF4 Metal Separator...
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Operation (cont.) applications. Equipped with 200 product memory. CONTROL ELEMENTS/CONTROL UNITS The ff4 Metal Separator can be equipped with two different control units. CONTROL UNIT - S Operation used mainly in food and plastics industry. Equipped Fault with 28 product memory.
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TEChNICAL DESCRIPTION DIMENSIONS & TEChNICAL DATA The ff4 Metal Separator is used to inspect bulk goods Technical data sheet, see annex. under free-fall conditions. It detects all magnetic and non-magnetic metal contaminations (steel, stainless SUPPLy CONNECTIONS steel, aluminium) – even when encapsulated in the Technical data sheet, see annex.
Safety The manufacturer equipment conforms with all official technical safety regulations. However, as a manufacturer we believe it is our duty to make you aware of the following information. WARNING Please note that any preventative measures which The following safety and danger notes are may have been taken at the time of construction intended for your protection, for the protection will merely delay the onset of wear and tear but...
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FOR OPERATORS The reject unit must be firmly connected to the The FF4 Metal Separator may only be operated conveyor pipe. If the separation unit or protective in the intended purpose and in a perfect...
For adjustment of the pipe work, INADMISSIbLE OPERATION please contact Eriez. The FF4 Metal Separator is not intended for any other applications than mentioned under Intended • The separation unit is turnable and can be adjusted Use – any other applications will be regarded as to the position of the reject container.
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• Conveyer pipe highly filled. be changed in agreement with Eriez. • Conveying or fall speed too fast. • For all cables leading outside, only use screened Due to these circumstances, a guarantee for 100% cables.
If you should have any questions, or if there qualified personnel. before removing cover plates should be any malfunctions, please contact etc. make sure the equipment is isolated from Eriez Manufacturing. mains or external voltage. WARNING • Ground the frame of the metal separator at the If you have any questions, please state the grounding terminal.
We recommend cleaning the “food” area with a soft, containing salt or hydrofluoric acid, chrome, lint-free cloth using warm water and the appropriate silver or brass cleaners. cleaning agent. After cleaning, wipe up any remaining water with a dry, lint-free cloth. Model FF4 Metal Separator...
The is certified by the manufacturer. packing should be sealed with adhesive tape and, where the weight exceeds 110 lbs (50 kg) Contact Eriez for assistance. additionally with wrapping tape. WARNING When packing for international road transport, use the instructions above.
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• For correct storage, comply with all storage and handling symbols: Careful: glass Symbol Signal Word protect against moisture Careful: glass Center of gravity • Do not lift the metal separator at the reject mechanism. Model FF4 Metal Separator...
Annex TEChNICAL DATA ShEET FF4S Dimensions–FF4s-80-120 1 Control unit S 2 Compressed-air connection 3 Separation unit 4 Inlet (Jacob pipe system) 5 Material outlet (Jacob pipe system) 6 Reject outlet (Jacob pipe system) Technical DaTa inlet Flange maximum inlet, material outlet, Reject outlet, maximum Plate,...
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The throughput rate depends on the flow characteristics and density of the bulk material, on the installation location of the metal separator, and on the possible presence of any upstream magnet systems. Subject to change without notice! Model FF4 Metal Separator...
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Annex (cont.) TEChNICAL DATA ShEET FF4S Dimensions–FF4s-200-250 1 Control unit S 2 Compressed-air connection 3 Separation unit 4 Inlet (Jacob pipe system) 5 Material outlet (Jacob pipe system) 6 Reject outlet (Jacob pipe system) Technical DaTa inlet Flange maximum inlet, material outlet, Reject outlet, maximum...
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• Explosion-proof version ATEX • Model with improved wearout protection • Design for bulk material temperatures up to 284°F/140°C • Pipe transition pieces, customized flanges • Design suitable for direct contact with food products Model FF4 Metal Separator...
Annex Annex (cont.) (cont.) TEChNICAL DATA ShEET FF4G Dimensions–FF4G-80-250 1 Inlet 2 Integral detection coil 3 Connecting cable detection coil/control unit 4 Separation unit 5 Reject outlet 6 Material outlet 7 Connector for connecting cable pneumatic/control unit 8 Compressed-air connection Technical DaTa nominal Passage nominal Passage...
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Type of protection: IP 54 Reject duration (metal impulse): adjustable from 0.05 to 60 sec Self monitoring: detection coil and outputs Testing and manual rejection can be activated via control unit Operation: see technical data sheet for Control Unit G Model FF4 Metal Separator...
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Annex (cont.) oPTions/accessoRies • Visual alarm • Combination alarm (visual alarm • Cable set for remote control unit: - Failure indication and audible alarm) 19.69' or 32.81' (6 m or 10 m) - Failure and metal indication - Failure indication •...
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