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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 www.reitel.com | info@reitel.com...
- Page 2 Dear Customer! The RETOCAST T flame casting centrifuge is a compact tabletop unit with a double wall stainless steel housing and a manual timer for precision casting. With three tightening speeds, metals and investment materials of all kinds are used and cast. The centrifugal arm has a counterweight to ensure smooth, quiet running and 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 COMPONENTS ......................10 ECHNICAL SAFETY NOTES ......................11 ...................11 ENERAL AFETY OTES .....................12 PECIFIC SAFETY NOTES ..............13 AFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR GAS HANDLING ............14 AFETY NOTES FOR GAS PRESSURE REGULATORS INSTALLATION ......................15 .............15 AS SUPPLY INSTALLATION PROPANE... -
Page 4: Technical Description
Technical Description Basic Equipment • RETOCAST T flame casting centrifuge with manual timer • 1 melting crucible (normal) • 1 manual lid opener Special Accessories • Order-No.: 20509000 Melting crucibles normal (pack of 5 pieces) • Order-No.: 20510000 Melting crucibles extra deep (pack of 5 pieces) •... -
Page 5: Device Components
Device components Lid support Indicator lamp „ready for centrifugation" Locking bolt Locking block Power switch with restarting protection Starting speed selector switch Timer Emergency stop switch Overload fuse for lid opener Device’s fuse 10A – delayed action (2 pieces) Solder insert Locating fork Torch valve: oxygen Torch valve: fuel gas... - Page 6 3 + 4 (hidden view) Plan view Control panel Rear side...
- Page 7 Gas economizer Gas pressure regulator Interior of the device...
- 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 Casting ring sizes 1-9 und model casting Quantity of metal: noble metal 130 g non-precious metal 60 g noble metal/non-precious metal/model Material casting Casting time... -
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 Notes
Specific safety notes • The RETOCAST T is a tabletop unit. Store the flame casting centrifuge on a flat and stable surface where it cannot fall down in case of improper counterweight adjustment (unbalance). • Casting only with closed lid. -
Page 13: Safety Instructions For Gas Handling
Safety instructions for gas handling Note: Propane gas is heavier than air and has the potential to ignite explosively in case of uncontrolled accumulation. • Don’t store any explosives, highly flammable or burnable materials in the work area. • Be careful when handling gas and oxygen cylinders. Protect gas and oxygen cylinders from external heat sources, falling down or damage. -
Page 14: Safety Notes For Gas Pressure Regulators
Safety notes for gas pressure regulators • Parts being in contact with oxygen must be kept free of oil and grease. • The pressure relief valve adjustment must not be modified. • Make sure that sealing surfaces, joint gaskets and gauges are always in perfect condition. -
Page 15: 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 supply installation propane/oxygen Note: Properly arrange gas cylinder installation. Ensure secure and tight screwings. Adhere to safety notes in chapter 2. -
Page 16: Installation Of Gas Supply Natural Gas/Oxygen
Gas pressure settings according to the following chart: Oxygen 2,5–3,0 bar Propane gas 1,0–1,5 bar Natural gas depending on gas line 300 mbar–500 mbar 12. For bottle replacement unscrew the pressure regulator from the cylinder valve. The pressure regulator must be depressurized to prevent damage! Installation of gas supply natural gas/oxygen 1. -
Page 17: Flame Adjustment
Flame adjustment 1. Ignite the flame at the tip of the solder insert (11) with a gas lighter. 2. Adjust the flame with the valves on the torch’s handle (13) + (14), until the flame is hissing and blue (see chapter 1.3 flame adjustment). How to ignite a torch, using a gas economizer 1. - Page 18 − „II“ = quick start (for non-precious metal). 7. Set centrifugal time with timer (7), at least 20 sec. 8. Insert pre-heated melting crucible. (New melting crucible should be glazed with melting power before being used.) 9. Fill in weighed metal quantity (maybe use an alloy tray and melting powder). 10.
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Page 19: 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 regulator. interrupted. Locating fork (13) of gas economizer is not fully pressed down → try to lower the lock. Too little oxygen pressure, flame comes back →... -
Page 20: Maintenance
• Change isolation on rear of mould (29) when worn. • Clean the housing regularly with a damp cloth or with REITEL stainless steel care spray. Note: Clean and protect your device regularly with the REITEL stainless steel care spray (Order-no.: 90405000) to remove lime, plaster and dust as well as other contaminants... -
Page 21: 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 22 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 23 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 fee may be charged for loan...
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Page 24: Disposal Regulations
Disposal Regulations According to valid laws our devices are disposed of properly according to B2B- regulations for proper disposal. Please contact your local dealer for information on local disposal guidelines. -
Page 25: Spare Parts List
Spare parts list Best.-Nr. Retocast - T Stck/ME Ref. Ersatzteilliste/Spare parts list Qty. Unit E6092000 Dichtung-Gummi Stck Rubber sealing piece E6031200 Feder für Verriegelungsbolzen Stck Spring for locking bolt piece E7208000 Türaufwerfer Bgr., kpl. verschraubt Stck piece E6047300 Keilriemen Stck V-belt piece E6272400... -
Page 26: Ec-Conformity Declaration
EC-Conformity Declaration... - Page 28 We manufacture in compliance with Quality Management ISO 9001:2015 incorporating established standards. REITEL Feinwerktechnik GmbH Senfdamm 20 | 49152 Bad Essen Phone: +49(0)5472-9432-0 | Fax: +49(0)5472-9432-40 www.reitel.com | info@reitel.com...
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