Related Manuals for Retsch AS450
Summary of Contents for Retsch AS450
- Page 1 Manual Vibratory Sieve Shaker AS450 basic Translation © Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany | 14.09.2016 Version 0002...
- Page 2 Copyright © Copyright by Retsch GmbH Retsch-Allee 1-5 42781 Haan Germany...
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Notes on the Manual ..........................6 Explanations of the Safety Instructions ..................... 7 General Safety Instructions ....................... 8 Repairs ............................... 9 Confirmation ............................10 Technical Data ............................. 11 Use of the Device for the Intended Purpose ..................11 Emissions............................ - Page 4 6.2.2 Carrying out wet sieving ......................30 Test Sieves ............................31 Certificate ............................31 Calibration Service ........................... 32 Sieving Aids ............................. 32 Cleaning and service .......................... 33 Cleaning ............................33 8.1.1 Cleaning of Test Sieves ....................... 33 8.1.1.1 Cleaning of Test Sieves with Mesh Sizes > 500 µm ............33 8.1.1.2 Cleaning of Test Sieves with Mesh Sizes <...
- Page 5 Notes on the Manual...
-
Page 6: Notes On The Manual
This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. If faults arise or repairs are necessary, please contact your supplier or get in touch with Retsch GmbH directly. Application technology information relating to samples to be processed is not included but can be read on the Internet on the respective device’s page at www.retsch.com. -
Page 7: Explanations Of The Safety Instructions
Notes on the Manual 1.1 Explanations of the Safety Instructions In this Operating Manual we give you the following safety warnings Serious injury may result from failing to heed these safety warnings. We give you the following warnings and corresponding content. WARNING Type of danger / personal injury Source of danger... -
Page 8: General Safety Instructions
Target group : All persons concerned with the machine in any form This machine is a modern, high performance product from Retsch GmbH and complies with the state of the art. Operational safety is given if the machine is handled for the intended purpose and attention is given to this technical documentation. -
Page 9: Repairs
Notes on the Manual 1.3 Repairs This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. For your own safety, repairs may only be carried out by Retsch GmbH or an authorized representative or by Retsch service engineers. In that case please inform:... -
Page 10: Confirmation
Confirmation Confirmation This operating manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining the device which must be strictly observed. It is essential that they be read by the operator and by the qualified staff responsible for the device before the device is commissioned. This operating manual must be available and accessible at the place of use at all times. -
Page 11: Technical Data
Target group: Operating companies, operators Machine type designation: AS450 basic The AS450 basic is a vibratory sieve shaker for sieve tests in conjunction with sieve stacks to determine the particle size of different material samples. The AS 450 basic has been specially designed for test sieves with a diameter of between 400 mm and 450 mm. -
Page 12: Emissions
Changes to the machine – Changes to the machine may lead to personal injury. • Do not make any change to the machine and use spare parts and accessories that have been approved by Retsch exclusively. 3.2 Emissions CAUTION V0043 Damage to hearing... -
Page 13: Maximum Load
Technical Data Material to be sieved = broken granite, particle size <2 mm, 5 sieves (Ø 450mm) Measurement 1: Vibration level = 5 Sound pressure level L = 69.6 dB pAeq Measurement 2: Vibration level = 9 Sound pressure level L = 83.3 dB pAeq 3.3 Maximum Load... -
Page 14: Degree Of Protection
Technical Data Max. feed grain size Max. feed grain size Mesh size according to DIN 66165 Mesh size according to DIN 66165 22 µm 710 µm 4 mm 25 mm 45 µm 1 mm 8 mm 45 mm 63 µm 1.4 mm 16 mm 71 mm... -
Page 15: Packaging, Transport And Installation
Packaging, Transport and Installation Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.1 Packaging The packaging has been adapted to the mode of transport. It complies with the generally applicable packaging guidelines. NOTICE Storage of packaging – In the event of a complaint or return, your warranty claims may be endangered if the packaging is inadequate or the machine has not been secured correctly. -
Page 16: Installation Of The Device
Packaging, Transport and Installation Atmospheric humidity: Maximum relative humidity 80% at temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly up to 50% relative humidity at 40°C NOTICE Atmospheric humidity – Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the performance data alter to an unknown extent. •... -
Page 17: Insert Tensioning Rod
Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.6 Insert tensioning rod Fig. 1: Securing the tension rods • Use an M20 washer (US) on the two tension rods (SG). • Screw the two tension rods tightly into the sieve plate (SP). • Lock each of these with a hex nut (SM). NOTICE The clamping force to secure the sieve stacks is approx. -
Page 18: Connect The Control Unit
Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.7 Connect the control unit Fig. 2: Connecting the control unit • Plug the connector (S1) of the control cable (SK) into the socket (BG1) on the device. • Screw the connector tight. • Plug the 2nd connector (S2) of the control cable (SK) into the control unit socket (BG2). •... -
Page 19: Wall Mounting And Bench Arrangement Of The Control Unit
Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.8 Wall mounting and bench arrangement of the control unit Fig. 3: Wall mounting or bench arrangement of the control panel A bracket (BW) for wall installation or bench arrangement is provided on the control panel (B). Two screws (with maximum diameter of 6mm) and two corresponding dowels are required for wall installation. -
Page 20: Type Plate Description
Packaging, Transport and Installation WARNING When connecting the power cable to the mains supply, use an external fusethat complies with the regulations applicable to the place of installation . • Please check the type plate for details on the necessary voltage and frequency for the device. -
Page 21: Operating The Device
Operating the Device Operating the Device 5.1 Views of the Instrument Fig. 5: Diagram showing device parts... -
Page 22: Overview Table Of The Parts Of The Device
Element Description Function Control unit Contains the displays and control elements Control cable Connects the control unit to the AS450 basic Cross brace Clamps the sieve cover to the sieve stack Sieve lid Covers up the sieve stack Tension rod... -
Page 23: Operating Elements And Displays
Operating the Device 5.3 Operating elements and displays Fig. 7: Diagram showing the control and display elements 5.4 Overview Table of the Operating Elements and the Display Element Description Function Interval (ON/OFF) Switches the interval operating mode on / off Time min/sec Adjusts the sieving time Display... -
Page 24: Inserting And Clamping The Test Sieves
• Only operate the device with securely clamped sieve column. The AS450 basic is intended for use with test sieves with outer diameters between 400 and 450 mm. Depending on the sieve used, the following quantities can be used: Sieve diameter... -
Page 25: Operating The Device
Operating the Device • Place the sieve stack centrally on the sieve plate. • Place the clamping cover (SD) over the threaded rods onto the upper sieve. Fig. 9: Attaching the sieve cover • Screw the two cross braces (SZ) onto the tripod thread up to the clamping cover. •... -
Page 26: Switching On And Off
Operating the Device 5.7 Switching On and Off Fig. 10: Switching on / off The main switch is on the back of the device. • Switch the main switch (H) on. When the switch is in the off position, the device is completely disconnected from the mains. 5.8 Starting and stopping 5.8.1 Starting Fig. -
Page 27: Setting The Sieve Values
Operating the Device • Press the STOP button (BP). When the STOP button is pressed, sieving stops and the green LED above the START button goes out. 5.9 Setting the sieve values 5.9.1 Timer BT (+/-) Fig. 13: Timer The timer can be set in 10 second steps from 10 seconds to 99:50 minutes . •... -
Page 28: Interval
Wet sieving 5.9.3 Interval Fig. 15: Interval button • Press the button (BV) to start interval operating mode. – The interval time cannot be adjusted (10 seconds on / 2 seconds off). – Interval operating mode is switched on when the green LED (LD) is lit up. •... -
Page 29: Required Accessories
Wet sieving NOTICE H0048 Wet sieving – Note the following information for successful wet sieving : • The inner diameter of the hose for the water supply to the spray nozzle must be 13mm. • A flow rate of 200 to 300 ml per sieve surface in dm and minute is recommended (e.g. -
Page 30: Carrying Out Wet Sieving
Wet sieving Fig. 16: Arrangement of the water circuit 6.1.2 Carrying out wet sieving • Add the solid material as a suspension. • The use of a dispersing agent is recommended. This reduces the surface tension of the sieve fluids . •... -
Page 31: Test Sieves
Fig. 1: Test sieves The different versions of the test sieves of Retsch GmbH are supplied in accordance with all current national and international standards: ... -
Page 32: Calibration Service
Test Sieves 7.2 Calibration Service As a special service Retsch GmbH offers the calibration of the test sieves. All relevant information are recorded during the standard measuring process of the test sieve and confirmed in the required certificate. 7.3 Sieving Aids N1.0027... -
Page 33: Cleaning And Service
Cleaning and service Cleaning and service 8.1 Cleaning WARNING Risk of a fatal electric shock An electric shock can cause injuries in the form of burns and cardiac arrhythmia, respiratory arrest or cardiac arrest. • Do not clean the blender under running water. Use only a cloth dampened with water. -
Page 34: Cleaning Of Test Sieves With Mesh Sizes < 500 Μm
Drying ovens of various sizes can be used for drying test sieves. Additional information concerning ultrasonic cleaning-baths and drying ovens can be found on the Retsch GmbH homepage (http://www.retsch.com). Also ask for the free expert guide Sieve Analysis – Taking a close look at quality. - Page 35 If the fuse triggers again directly after replacing the fuse, the device has a fault. In this case please contact your supplier or Retsch GmbH directly. There are two fuses: one in the current-carrying conductor and one in the neutral conductor of...
-
Page 36: Return For Service And Maintenance
Return for Service and Maintenance Return for Service and Maintenance Fig. 18: Returned goods dispatch note RETSCH devices and accessories can only be accepted for repair, maintenance or calibration if the returned goods despatch note has been correctly completed in full. •... -
Page 37: Disposal
Disposal 10 Disposal Please observe the respective statutory requirements with respect to disposal. Information on disposal of electrical and electronic machines in the European Community. Within the European Community the disposal of electrically operated devices is regulated by national provisions that are based on the EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). -
Page 38: Index
Index 11 Index Explanations of the safety instructions ....7 Ambient temperature .......... 15 External fuse ............20 Amperage ............20 Amplitude ............27 Feed grain size ..........13 Arrangement of the water circuit ......30 Feed quantity ............. 13 Atmospheric humidity ......... - Page 39 Index Spray nozzle ............29 Starting ............... 26 Operating elements and displays ....... 23 Starting, interrupting, stopping ......26 Operating the device ........... 21 Stopping (Stand-by function) ......26 Operating the Device .......... 25 Suspension ............30 Overview Table of the Operating Elements and the Display ............
- Page 44 Copyright © Copyright by Retsch GmbH Retsch-Allee 1-5 42781 Haan Germany...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the AS450 and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers