Pfeuffer Vario 1G Operating Instructions Manual

Pfeuffer Vario 1G Operating Instructions Manual

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Artikelnummer Betriebsanleitung:
1745 9001
Article number operating instructions:
Operating Instructions
Sample divider
Vario 1G / 2H / 4-8
Pfeuffer GmbH
Flugplatzstraße 70
97318 Kitzingen
GERMANY
Phone: +49 9321 9369–0
Fax:
+49 9321 9369–50
info@pfeuffer.com
Revision 4/12.02.2020
www.pfeuffer.com
Translation of the original Operating Instructions

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  • Page 1 Artikelnummer Betriebsanleitung: 1745 9001 Article number operating instructions: Operating Instructions Sample divider Vario 1G / 2H / 4-8 Pfeuffer GmbH Flugplatzstraße 70 97318 Kitzingen GERMANY Phone: +49 9321 9369–0 Fax: +49 9321 9369–50 info@pfeuffer.com Revision 4/12.02.2020 www.pfeuffer.com Translation of the original Operating Instructions...
  • Page 2 The Pfeuffer GmbH has prepared and reviewed these Operating Instructions with the greatest care. However, no guarantee is made for its completeness or accuracy.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Introduction ..........................5 Intended use ..........................5 EC/EU declaration of conformity ....................6 Design characteristics of hazard warnings ................. 7 Pictograms in the Operating Instructions .................. 8 Designation ..........................8 Safety ............................9 Installed safety systems ......................9 2.1.1 Supply isolating device (plug/socket combination) ............
  • Page 4 Table of contents Operation ..........................20 Control elements ........................20 7.1.1 ON/OFF operating switch .................... 20 7.1.2 Adjustment lever division ratio ................... 20 Settings ............................. 20 7.2.1 Dividing time ........................ 20 7.2.2 Circumferential velocity ....................21 7.2.3 Scale ..........................21 Division ratio Vario sample divider 1G ..................
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Using it for any other purpose or modifying it without the written consent of the Pfeuffer GmbH is not considered to be in compliance with the intended use. The Pfeuffer GmbH shall not be liable for the resulting damage. Damage caused by such an unintended use is at the sole risk of the operator.
  • Page 6: Ec/Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    2006/42/EC and electromagnetic compatibility 2014/30/EU Manufacturer: Pfeuffer GmbH Flugplatzstraße 70 97318 Kitzingen GERMANY Person authorized to compile technical documents: Lothar Pfeuffer, General Manager Product: Vario sample divider Type:  1G  2H  4-8 Serial number:...
  • Page 7: Design Characteristics Of Hazard Warnings

    Introduction 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.
  • Page 8: Pictograms In The Operating Instructions

    The identification plate with the type designation is located on the machine housing (front). 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...
  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety Safety It is strictly forbidden to disable the safety devices or to change their mode of NOTE operation. Installed safety systems The installed safety systems must be checked with corresponding test methods at regular testing intervals; refer to the following table: Test intervals Test methods daily...
  • Page 10: Protective Caps

    Safety 2.1.3 Protective caps Test During the operation, sample divider is protected against interference affecting the machine using protective caps. Interval Method Figure 1: Overview - Protective caps model 2H Pos. Name Removable lid Solid screwed case Interfaces at sample divider Figure 2: Interfaces model 2H Pos.
  • Page 11: Operating And Maintenance Personnel

    Safety Operating and maintenance personnel Operating and maintenance personnel are responsible for transport, assembly, installation, operation and cleaning of the Vario sample divider as well as for fault rectification. 1. The sample divider is allowed to be operated by authorized personnel and instructed persons only. 2.
  • Page 12: General Safety Instructions

    Safety Obligations of the operator In the European Economic Area (EEA), the national implementation of framework directive 89/391/EEC and the relevant specific directives (especially directive 2009/104/EC "about the minimum requirements for safety and health protection in case of the use of equipment by workers") must be considered and adhered to, with regard to the version that is currently valid.
  • Page 13: Safety Tests

    Safety Safety tests The following safety tests have been conducted by Pfeuffer GmbH at the plant: Test and inspection as per standard DIN EN 60204-1: Inspection to verify that the electrical equipment complies with the technical documentation.  Continous connection of protective conductor system ...
  • Page 14: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical data Sample divider Division of all grain crops Sample quantity ca. 1-8 kg Material/transported material Grains, peas, rape seed, maize and similar granular bulk goods Dimensions and weight Model 1G Model 2H Model 4-8 Height 800 mm 840 mm 840 mm Width...
  • Page 15: Delivery, Transport And Storage

    (Capacity ca. 3 kg) Ø 48 mm / 12 kg/min • Operating Instructions Transport and packaging Systems and machines of Pfeuffer GmbH are carefully checked and packaged before dispatching. However, damages during the transport cannot be excluded. Intake control Run a completeness check using the delivery note.
  • Page 16: Transport To Installation Location (Of Customer)

     Drive the sample divider with a sack barrow to the installation location. Packaging for return delivery  If possible, use the original packaging and the original packaging material. If neither is available any longer, request new packaging from Pfeuffer GmbH. 16 | 34 Operating instructions sample divider Vario | Revision 4...
  • Page 17: Function

    Function Function Components of Vario sample divider Figure 4: Overview – Model 1G, 2H, 4-8 Pos. Designation Filling funnel Figure of sample divider Vario 2H including extension funnel capacity up to 8 kg (option) Machine cover Operating switch Adjustment lever for division ratio Housing of the rotary distributor with motor, timing belt and distributor arm Housing with two insertion chambers for collecting pan or sample pan for flow Housing with three insertion chambers for collecting pan or sample pan for flow...
  • Page 18: Functional Sequence

    The partial samples reach the collecting pans alternately via a system of pipes (In the Vario 1G through a funnel). The surplus sample material flows through the middle and can be collected in a large collecting pan.
  • Page 19: Installation And Commissioning

    Installation and commissioning Installation and commissioning The chapter Installation and commissioning is intended for skilled personnel only. Positioning of sample divider  Unpack the sample divider carefully (refer to chapter 4.4) and place it horizontally.  Ensure a working height of approximately 60-65 cm, depending on the size of the operating personnel. A correct horizontal positioning of the machine guarantees an even division of the grains.
  • Page 20: Operation

    Operation Operation Sample divider is allowed to be operated by qualified and trained persons only. Control elements Figure 6: Control elements – Model 2H Pos. Designation ON/OFF operating switch Adjustment lever division ratio 7.1.1 ON/OFF operating switch The ON/OFF operating switch starts and ends the dividing process. 7.1.2 Adjustment lever division ratio With this lever, the division ratio is adjusted based on the yellow scale.
  • Page 21: Circumferential Velocity

    Adjustment lever Setting 1:4 In addition, and in particular for the Vario 1G and Vario 2H sample dividers, stainless steel cover plates can be supplied by means of which the division ratio can be further reduced. Separate installation instructions are supplied, for the article number refer to chapter 11.
  • Page 22: Division Ratio Vario Sample Divider 1G

    1:8 to 1:24 1:16 to 1:48 On the Vario 1G, if the maximum division ratio is 1:11 (1G8), this can be increased by covering four sample chambers, to give 1:22 (1G8), this can be increased by covering six sample chambers, to give 1:44 (1G8), this can be increased by covering seven sample chambers, to give 1:88 (1G1).
  • Page 23: Division Ratio Vario Sample Divider 4-8

     Repeat the process with a new sample. When dividing maize, it will be necessary to use an agitator. You can obtain this from Pfeuffer GmbH, see chapter 11. Make sure that no objects drop into the infeed funnel! NOTE These could damage the sample divider when the dividing process starts.
  • Page 24: Scheme Vario Sample Divider 1G/8 (Minimal) - Scale 4

    Operation 7.6.1 Scheme Vario sample divider 1G/8 (minimal) – scale 4 4000 g Total sample: Set to Bulk: 4000 g Model 1G: 8 outlets = 100 % Division 50 % Surplus sample 2000 g = 50 % 50 % Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1: Teilungsverhältnis 1:4...
  • Page 25: Scheme Vario Sample Divider 1G/8 - Scale 22

    Operation 7.6.2 Scheme Vario sample divider 1G/8 – scale 22 4400 g Total sample: Set to Bulk: 4400 g Model 1G: 8 outlets = 100 % Division 91 % Surplus sample: 4000 g = 91 % Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1: Teilungsverhältnis 1:4 Teilungsverhältnis 1:4...
  • Page 26: Scheme Vario Sample Divider 2H (Minimal) - Scale 4

    Operation 7.6.3 Scheme Vario sample divider 2H (minimal) – scale 4 4000 g Set to Total sample: bulk: 4000 g Model 2H: 8 outlets = 100 % Division 50 % Surplus sample: 2000 g = 50 % 25 % 25 % Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1:...
  • Page 27: Scheme Vario Sample Divider 2H - Scale 22

    Operation 7.6.4 Scheme Vario sample divider 2H – scale 22 4000 g Set to Total sample: Bulk: 4000 g Model 2H: 8 openings = 100 % Division 91 % Surplus sample: 3636 g = 91 % 4,5 % 4,5 % Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1: Öffnung 1:...
  • Page 28: Scheme Vario Sample Divider 4-8 (4 Collecting Pans) - Scale 4

    Operation 7.6.5 Scheme Vario sample divider 4-8 (4 collecting pans) – scale 4 4000 g Total sample: Set to Bulk: 4000 g Model 4-8: 8 outlets = 100 % Division 50 % Surplus sample: 2000 g = 50 % 6,25% Outlet 4 + 8: Outlet 3 + 7: Outlet 1 + 5:...
  • Page 29: Scheme Vario Sample Divider 4-8 (4 Collecting Pans) - Scale 11

    Operation 7.6.6 Scheme Vario sample divider 4-8 (4 collecting pans) – scale 11 4400 g Set to Total sample: Bulk: 4400 g Model 4-8: 8 outlets = 100 % Division 81,8 % Surplus sample: 3600 g = 81,8 % Outlet 4 + 8: Outlet 3 + 7: Outlet 1 + 5: Outlet 2 + 6:...
  • Page 30: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning Maintenance and cleaning The chapter Maintenance and cleaning is intended for skilled personnel only. In order to guarantee a failure-free operation of the sample divider, it is absolutely necessary that the machine is regularly cleaned and maintained. DANGER Touching live parts can be fatal! It is essential to comply with the switch-off procedure before cleaning, maintenance...
  • Page 31: General Maintenance Instructions

    Maintenance and cleaning Sub-assembly Interval in one-shift working Normal function tests: ¼ y ½ y Markings and warnings present and legible (via visual inspection) Check if wires are tight Setting values at the circuit breaker Check whether all the plug, screw and clamped connections are tight and if necessary, re-tighten them Check the belt tension and inspect for damages Functional test of the drive motors...
  • Page 32: Malfunctions - Causes And Rectification

    Installing and/or using such products can thus result in the design properties of the Vario sample divider being negatively impaired. Pfeuffer GmbH cannot be held liable for damage attributable to the use of non-genuine parts and non-genuine accessories.
  • Page 33: 11 Supplements And Accessories

    Supplements and accessories 11 Supplements and accessories Product Article number Standard funnel Ø 48 mm 3331 0500 Extension funnel capacity up to 8 kg 3331 0510 Funnel Ø 30 mm (9 kg/min) 3331 0520 Insert for funnel passage Ø 25 mm 3332 0503 Insert for funnel passage Ø...
  • Page 34: 12 Emergency

    Emergency Collecting pan (stainless steel) 3,5 liter (Article no. 3331 9015) Collecting pan (stainless steel) 2,0 liter, only for Vario 4-8 (Article no. 3331 9010) Figure 10: Collecting pan (stainless steel) Figure 12: Hook-in plates amending the division ratio (Article no. 3331 0530) Figure 11: Hook-in plates, attached 12 Emergency ...

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