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- Page 1 Operating Instructions RETOCAST T REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH Senfdamm 20 - 49152 Bad Essen Phone: +49(0)5472-9432-0 - Fax: +49(0)5472-9432-40 http://www.reitel.com - info@reitel.com...
- Page 2 Dear Customer! The RETOCAST T flame casting centrifuge is a space-saving benchtop unit with a double wall stainless steel housing and electronic timer for precision casting that is suitable for both precious and non-precious alloys and model casting. The proven technology of a centrifugal arm, in combination with different starting speeds and timer control ensure that alloys are cast even into the thinnest cavities within the casting ring, excluding metal waste.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
INDEX TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ..................4 ....................... 4 ASIC QUIPMENT ....................4 PECIAL CCESSORIES ....................5 EVICE OMPONENTS ......................10 ECHNICAL SAFETY NOTES ......................11 ...................11 ENERAL AFETY OTES ................12 PECIFIC AFETY NSTRUCTIONS ............12 AFETY NSTRUCTIONS FOR HANDLING OF GASES ............13 AFETY NSTRUCTIONS FOR PRESSURE REDUCER INSTALLATION ......................14 .................14 NSTALLATION PROPANE... -
Page 4: Technical Description
Technical Description Basic Equipment RETOCAST T Flame casting centrifuge with electronic timer 1 melting crucible (normal) 1 lid opener for manual opening Special Accessories Order-No.: 20509 Melting crucible normal (5 pcs./pack) Order-No.: 20510 Melting crucible extra deep (5 pcs./pack) ... -
Page 5: Device Components
Device Components Lid support Control lamp „Ready for centrifugation" Button „START“ Locking bolt Locking block Power switch Selector switch for starting speed Timer Timer display Emergency switch Overload fuse for lid opener Device’s fuse 4A – delayed action (2 pcs.) Solder insert Locating fork Torch valve:oxygen... - Page 6 4+5 (hidden) Top view Control panel Back of the device...
- Page 7 Gas economizer Pressure reducer Interior of the unit...
- Page 8 Torch handle natural gas Torch handle propane hard flame (excess oxygen) neutral flame (normal) soft flame (propane/excess natural gas) Flame adjustment gauge bottle valve operating pressure propane non-return valve for propane left-hand thread red hose pressure adjusting screw Gas bottle installation...
- Page 9 gauge bottle pressure gauge working pressure oxygen blocking valve non-return valve blue hose pressure reducer pressure adjusting screw Oxygen bottle installation The flame casting centrifuge is suitable for the following moulds: Diameter Steel cylinder Length Weight + / -10% [mm] [mm] Using other mould systems adjust the counterweight according to your own experience and after test trials, possibly referring to the weight of the standard rings.
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Page 10: Technical Data
Technical Data Line voltage 230 V/50-60 Hz Current consumption 500 W Height/width/depth 350(800)/710/550 mm Weight 44 kg Speed 500 rpm Mould size 1-9 an model casting Capacity: noble metal130 g non-precious metal 60 g noble metal/non-precious metal/model Material casting Centfiugal time programmable Starting speeds ≤... -
Page 11: Safety Notes
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. -
Page 12: Specific Safety Instructions
Specific Safety Instructions The RETOCAST T is a benchtop unit. Place the machine on a flat, level and stable surface so that the device won’t fall down from the surface in case of improper counterweight adjustment (unbalance). Please make sure that the device is only taken into operation with a closed lid. -
Page 13: Safety Instructions For Pressure Reducer
Safety Instructions for pressure reducer Parts in contact with oxygen must not come into contact with oil or grease. The relief valve adjustment must not be changed. Take care that sealing surfaces, connection seals and gauges are always in perfect condition. -
Page 14: Installation
Installation The electrical equipment is being 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. Gas Installation propane/oxygen Note: Properly arrange gas supply according to description. Fasten the screws tightly. Follow the safety instructions in chapter 2. -
Page 15: Installation Of Gas Supply Natural Gas/Oxygen
Gas pressure settings according to chart: Oxygene 2,5–3,0 bar Propane 1,0–1,5 bar Natural gas depending on gas line 300 mbar–500 mbar 12. For bottle replacement unscrew the pressure reducer from the bottle valve. The pressure reducer must be depressurized to prevent damages! Installation of gas supply natural gas/oxygen 1. -
Page 16: Flame Adjustment
Flame Adjustment 1. Ignite the flame at the tip of the solder insert (13) with a gas lighter. 2. Adjust the flame with the valves on the torch’s handle (15)+(16) until the flame is hissing and blue (refer to chapter 1.3 Flame adjustment). How to ignite a torch using a gas economizer 1. - Page 17 7. Set centrifugal time with the keys (+) and (-), min. 20 sec. 8. Insert pre-heated melting crucible. (New melting crucibles should perhaps be glazed with melting powder before being used.) 9. Fill in weighed metal quantity (maybe use an alloy tray and add a little melting powder). 10.
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Page 18: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Unit doesn’t start. a. Check the building’s main fuse. b. Check the device’s fuse. Burner bangs when gas supply is Check pressure at pressure minimizer. interrupted. Locating fork (14) of gas economizer is not fully pressed down try to lower the lock. Not enough oxygen pressure, flame comes back ... -
Page 19: Maintenance
Regularly check the device. Pay attention to visible damages to the housing, power cord or pressure tubing. Regularly clean or hoover the centrifuging chamber. Change isolation on rear of mould (30) when worn. Clean the housing regularly with a damp cloth or with REITEL stainless steel care spray. -
Page 20: Warranty
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. - Page 21 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.
- Page 22 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...
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Page 23: Disposal Regulations
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 distributor. -
Page 24: Spare Parts List
Spare Parts List Z.-Nr.: Best.-Nr.: Menge Dr.-No.: Ref.: Qty. Unit Buchse, inkl. Achse für Scharnier Stck E60938 Jack incl. axle for piece Dichtung-Gummi Satz E60920 Rubber sealing Druckfeder und Teflongleitscheiben Stck E71114 Compression spring and slip washers piece Feder für Verriegelungsbolzen Stck E60312 Spring for locking bolt... - Page 25 Riemenscheibe Motor Stck E60354 Band pulley for motor piece Rückholfeder mit Schutzhülse Stck E71112 Return spring with protection sleeve piece Schalter beleuchtet grün Stck E60648 Green illuminated switch piece Schleuderarm komplett (incl. Gewicht) Ret. T/TE Centrifugal arm, complete (incl. counterweight) Ret. Stck E71160 T/TE...
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Page 26: Ec-Conformity Declaration
EC-Conformity Declaration... - Page 28 We manufacture in compliance with Qualityt Management ISO 9001:2008 incorporating established standards. REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH Senfdamm 20 - 49152 Bad Essen Phone: +49(0)5472-9432-0 - Fax: +49(0)5472-9432-40 http://www.reitel.com - info@reitel.com...
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