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Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill These Operating Instructions are a constituent part of the MILOMAT laboratory mill and must be available to all operating personnel at all times. They are intended for the operating company of the system, the operating personnel and the specialists who are responsible for the transport, assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, cleaning, disassembly and disposal.
Safety measures (to be carried out by the owner) ................. 10 General safety notes ..........................11 Safety tests .............................. 12 Residual dangers in connection with the MILOMAT ................12 Switch-off procedure ..........................12 Technical data .......................... 13 Dimensions and weight ........................... 13 Power supply ............................
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Introduction Intendend use The laboratory mill MILOMAT is used to mill agricultural cereals. The impact mill is perfect for pre- crushing and fine crushing from soft to medium-hard products. Even dry and tough samples can be milled without difficulties.
Electromagnetic compatibility – Part 6-3: Generic standards – Emission DIN EN 61000-6-3:2007 standard for residential, commercial and light-industrial environments This declaration shall become null and void should any alterations be made to the MILOMAT laboratory mill without our approval. Kitzingen, _________________________...
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Design characteristics of hazard warnings The Pfeuffer GmbH Operating Instructions contain information which must be observed for the sake of your personal safety and to avoid damage to property. Information concerning your personal safety is shown by means of a triangle.
The identification plate with the type designation is located on the machine housing (rear wall). Correct information of type designation, serial number and year of manufacture is important for all queries. This ensures fast processing. Example of a Pfeuffer GmbH identification plate: Pfeuffer GmbH Tel. +49 9321 969-0 Flugplatzstraße 70...
The plug connection for the mains cable (C19/C20 coupler) is located at the rear panel (see figure 1). In an emergency, switch off the MILOMAT using the main switch, position 0. Disconnect the mains cable from the electrical power supply, or pull out the coupler.
1. The MILOMAT is only allowed to be operated by authorized and instructed people. 2. The responsibilities for operating the MILOMAT must be clearly defined and complied with so that no unclear competencies arise with regard to the aspect of safety.
Hazardous substances (in Germany, the technical rules for hazardous substances – TRGS 555 apply) Environmental protection regulations. Electrical connections The MILOMAT is only allowed to be connected to a socket earthed in accordance with the regulations, using a protective conductor. Illuminance The owner must ensure that there is adequate and homogeneous illumination in all areas.
(only by specialist personnel): Empty the MILOMAT laboratory mill. Switch off the MILOMAT using the main switch, position 0. Disconnect the mains cable from the electrical power supply, or pull out the coupler.
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Technical data MILOMAT Laboratory mill Sample amount 0.02 Liter Products Cereals, maize, sunflower seeds, beans, peas and seeds Dimensions and weight Height 300 mm Width 160 mm Length 280 mm Weight 10 kg Power supply...
Immediately inform the supplier or Pfeuffer GmbH. Intermediate storage The freight packaging of the MILOMAT and the accessory/replacement parts is configured for a storage duration of up to six months from delivery. Do not place any heavy objects on the packaging.
Carefully unpack the laboratory mill MILOMAT (see chapter 4.4). Place the MILOMAT level on a solid table with a smooth and clean surface. Make sure there is an adequate distance to all sides so that no heat buildup can occur.
Air filter Sequence of functions The laboratory mill MILOMAT is an impact mill for agricultural cereals. Fill a measuring beaker (0.02 l, accessory moisture meter HE 60/90) with the cleaned sample. Place the contents in the filling hopper. The product trickles into the milling chamber by rotating the dosing knob. The product is smashed between a standing and a rotating metal pin collar (impact effect).
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Operation The MILOMAT laboratory mill is only allowed to be operated by personnel who have been qualified and trained in its operation. Sample preparation NOTE Foreign bodies must be removed prior to the milling! Select a representative and cleaned sample for the milling.
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Slowly turn the dosing knob on the dosing feed backwards until the filling hopper is completely emptied. Let the MILOMAT run until all grains are milled. Switch off the MILOMAT by pressing the main switch, position 0.
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Milling process of inhomogeneous milling material with a sample dividing cup (option) The sample dividing cup is used to increase the measuring accuracy by using a larger sample quantity. We recommend the use of the sample dividing cup especially for sample preparation for the moisture determination of humid maize.
The Maintenance and cleaning chapter is only intended for specialist operators. NOTE Opening the housing and inappropriate operation will invalidate the warranty. To ensure trouble-free operation, it is essential for the MILOMAT to be cleaned and maintained at regular intervals. DANGER...
Pfeuffer GmbH expressly points out that fitting spare parts and renewing wearing parts are procedures which require a certain level of experience! This work should only be carried out by a specialist if it is not possible to send the MILOMAT to Pfeuffer GmbH customer service.
Wear protective gloves. Burns to hands and fingers! The motor temperature increases during operation, reaching in excess of 40 °C! Allow the MILOMAT (motor) to cool down adequately after operation, or wear protective gloves. NOTE Keep all screws and removed small parts carefully.
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Unscrew the 7 housing mounting screws (three clamping flange screws M3 x 8 on the sides and a lens head screw on the top). Place the MILOMAT on its side. Use suitable pliers to pull out both sealing profiles between housing and chassis downwards.
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Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Figure 22:Remove housing Replace the MILOMAT and remove the housing. Figure 23: Insert locking spindle For the subsequent assembly, insert the loose locking spindle as shown in figure 23 (left) in such a way that it can be pulled out from the front with a suitable pliers, as shown in figure 23 (right).
The motor does not turn to the nominal speed or takes more time for it. The belts of the MILOMAT are run in, and their tension is carefully checked before delivery. Opening the housing, see chapter 8.4.
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Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Remove the eddy current disc by means of the two lens head screws M3x8 and fan discs. Figure 27: Remove the eddy current disc Remove the old V-belt. Install the new V-belt.
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Changing the impact wheel The impact wheel only needs to be changed, when metal pins are broken or deformed. For safety reasons, the impact wheel may only be changed completely! Disconnect the mains cable from the electrical power supply, or pull out the coupler.
Operating Instructions MILOMAT laboratory mill Changing the outlet Loosen the two lens head screws (item 5) in the outlet from below. Remove the outlet. Fasten the new outlet, see figure 33. Figure 33: Outlet, complete Item Designation...
Appropriate tools and test instruments must be provided to these personnel. If the specified measures do not prove successful, contact Pfeuffer GmbH. Correct information of type designation, serial number and year of manufacture is important for all queries.
We wish to point out expressly that replacement and accessory parts not supplied by us will not have been tested and approved by us either. Installing and/or using such products can thus result in the design properties of the MILOMAT laboratory mill being negatively impaired. Pfeuffer GmbH cannot be held liable for damage attributable to the use of non-genuine parts and non-genuine accessories.
Dismantling is only allowed to be carried out by specialist personnel, refer to the definition in chapter 2.4. Disconnect the mains plug before you start dismantling. The MILOMAT must be disposed of in accordance with the applicable local environmental regulations (waste electrical and electronic equipment directive 2012/19/EU). Special waste Oil, cleaning agents, contaminated cleaning tools (brush, rags, etc.) must be disposed of...
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