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Endecotts EFL 2000/1 User Manual

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The EFL 2000/1 & 2 User Guide
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ISSUE 04-02
Description
Test Sieve Shaker
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    The EFL 2000/1 & 2 User Guide Test Sieve Shaker _______________________________________________ Contents ISSUE 04-02 Description Page 1 Setting Up: 2 -8 Unpacking Assembly Clamping Assembly Electrical Connections Sieve Stacking 6–8 Operating Instructions 9 - 11 Position of Controls Function of Controls...
  • Page 2 Contents _______________________________________________________ Eccentric Cam Adjustment of Clearance Specification General Advice...
  • Page 3 Description ____________________________________ The Endecotts EFL 2000 is a vibrating shaker that is used to carry out sieve tests in conjunction with sieve stacks for particle sizing of various material samples. It is based on a rotary motor with an eccentric cam drive with special...

  • Page 4: Unpacking

    Locking Assemblies 4 off Anti-Vibration Mounts 4 off M10 Large Washers 1 off Mains Cable 1 off Instruction Manual EFL 2000/1 2 off Short Clamp Rods SA 564/3 2 off Standard Clamp Rods SA 564/1 EFL 2000/2 2 off...

  • Page 5: Setting Up

    Setting Up ________________________________________________ Assembly The machine should be positioned on a level rigid and robust floor suitable for the operation of the sieve shaker, (placing the shaker on a level surface ensures the even distribution of the sample over the sieves and ensures machine stability).

  • Page 6: Issue

    Setting Up ________________________________________________ Clamping Assembly Fit one M12 nut and washer onto each clamp rod selected for use, then screw the pair of clamp rods into the location plate and tighten the locknuts. Place the two large plain washers over the 20mm threads of the clamp sleeves.

  • Page 7: Electrical Connections

    Setting Up ________________________________________________ Electrical Connections Ensure that the voltage and frequency on the Rating Label, at the rear of the shaker correspond with the local electrical mains supply. If there is any discrepancy, please consult your supplier or a qualified electrician. Do Not Connect to any other supply other than that stated on the Nameplate Important –...

  • Page 8: Sieve Stacking

    All sieve stacks require the necessary lid and receiver. The recesses in the location casting will accept the following sieve diameters.: EFL 2000/1: 200mm/8 inch, 150mm/6 inch, 100mm/4 inch or 3 inch EFL 2000/2: 300mm/12 inch, 200mm/8 inch, 150mm/6 inch, 100mm/4 inch or 3...
  • Page 9 Setting Up ________________________________________________ Sieve Stacking Align the locking assemblies in the two side lugs of the clamp plate with the round clamp rods. Slide the clamp plate down squarely onto the lid at the top of the sieve stack. Ensure that clamping handwheels at the top are loose...
  • Page 10 Setting Up ________________________________________________ Sieve Stacking The side handle levers can be set vertically downwards by pressing on the Red button and pulling handle outwards to release. Turn the handle to a safe, convenient angle downwards and release to engage the teeth.Screw the two clamping handwheels down simultaneously to ensure the clamping plate is square.

  • Page 11: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions ________________________________________________ Position of Controls Operators should be familiar with, and fully understand the controls and indicators before operating the machine. This should be done in conjunction with the diagram below: CLAMP HAND CLAMP PLATE WHEELS SIDE HANDLE LEVERS SIEVE STACK ROUND CLAMP RODS...

  • Page 12: Function Of Controls

    Operating Instructions ________________________________________________ Function of Controls Mains Inlet Mains inlet with integral line filter. Ensure the IEC connector on the mains lead is pushed fully into the mains inlet. Mains Switch This controls the electrical power on the equipment. The side marked 1 is On and the side marked O is Off.

  • Page 13: Fuse

    Operating Instructions ________________________________________________ Function of Controls When the knob is turned anti-clockwise from the Off position ‫׀‬ to the continuous running mark ‘ ’ the shaker will continue running until the knob is returned to the Off position. Turning timer knob clockwise allows the EFL to run for 1min to 60min TIME mins...

  • Page 14: Operation

    Operating Instructions ________________________________________________ Operation 1. Plug the mains lead into Mains Inlet (1) and into a power supply socket. 2. Place sieves onto the shaker as described in Sieve Stacking. 3. Switch the power on at the power supply socket. The green l.e.d. (Mains) will be energized.

  • Page 15: Wet Sieving

    NEVER comes into contact with the shaker mechanism or input terminals. Endecotts machines are supplied with a spillage drain for minor spills. The drain is not intended to be used for overflows or external water sprays.

  • Page 16: Wet Sieving Adaptor Kit

    Wet Sieving Adaptor Kit __________________________________ The wet sieving adapter kit is supplied as an optional extra for 8” or 200mm diameter sieves and should be ordered separately. The wet sieving kit consists of the following items: 1 off Special Wet Sieving Clamp Plate 1 set ‘O’...

  • Page 17: Maintenance

    Maintenance __________________________________ The Endecott’s EFL sieve shaker is maintenance free other than keeping external surfaces clean. Cleaning Cleaning must always be done with the mains power switched off and the cable disconnected. Cleaning should be done by wiping with a soft cloth, dampened in a dilution of water and a mild detergent.

  • Page 18: Drive Unit

    Drive Unit __________________________________ The drive unit is an electrical motor with a special shaft extension for the eccentric cam to be mounted. The motor is mounted on a cast bracket, which has supporting pillars for a self-aligning support bearing. This is fitted at the end of the motor shaft. The eccentric cam has a bearing mounted on it.
  • Page 19 Drive Unit ___________________________________ Release the grub screw in the eccentric cam. Remove eccentric cam/bearing assembly from motor shaft with care. Assembly of Drive Unit 1. Slide eccentric cam/bearing assembly onto the motor shaft with bearing outermost. 2. Locate the grub screw in the recess provided in the motor shaft, and tighten to torque of 0.66 Kgfm.

  • Page 20: Replacement

    Drive Unit ___________________________________________ 8.Tighten the 2 hexagon headed bolts to secure support bearing. 9. Re-check shaft rotation to ensure it is “true”. Note:Any deflection of motor shaft will result in damage to the motor. Replacement 1. Locate the drive unit on base casting and screw in high the tensile hexagon headed retaining bolts - finger tightness.
  • Page 21 Eccentric Cam ___________________________________ Important: Before attempting to remove the cover, switch off mains and remove power supply cable from rear of sieve shaker. In order to adjust the gap on the eccentric cam remove the cover as follows: Remove the two clamp rods. Remove the four cover screws and the blanking plug.
  • Page 22 Eccentric Cam ___________________________________ Adjustment of Clearance Loosen the lock nut on nylon headed bolt. Rotate the motor shaft until eccentricity of the bearing is in its lowest position. This gives a maximum gap between the bearing and the face of the nylon headed bolt. Adjust the nylon headed bolt to give a gap between the face of the nylon headed bolt and the outside of the bearing, of 0.64mm (0.025 in).
  • Page 23 850mm High (including rods) (including rods) 510mm Diameter 510mm Diameter (Handles 2 x 35mm) (Handles 2 x 35mm) Weight: 83 Kg Endecotts policy is one of continuous development and we reserve the right to modify future models - 21 -...
  • Page 24 General Advise ________________________________________________ Endecotts shakers are fully tested and factory checked before shipping to customers. No parts require lubrication or resetting unless disturbed. The synthetic springs are long lasting under normal operating conditions and should never need changing. The sieve shaker has been constructed and factory tested to ensure correct operation when connected to the specified electricity supply indicated on the machines rating plate.
  • Page 25 Endecotts Limited, Lombard Road, London SW19 3TZ England Tel: + 44 (0) 20 8542 8121 Fax: + 44 (0) 20 8543 6629 E-mail: sales@endecotts.com web site http://www.endecotts.com...

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