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- Page 1 Manual Planetary Ball Mill PM100 / PM100 CM / PM200 Translation © Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany | 06.02.2019 Version 0004...
- Page 2 Copyright © Copyright by Retsch GmbH Retsch-Allee 1-5 42781 Haan Germany...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
5.8.3 Function of the locking sleeve ....................32 Balancing the device – only for the PM100 and PM100CM ............33 Balancing the device with additional weight – only for PM100 and PM100CM ......34 5.10 5.10.1 Combination 1: ........................34 5.10.2... - Page 4 5.17.1 Stacking the 50ml grinding jars.................... 38 5.17.2 Stacking grinding jars smaller than 50ml................39 5.18 Handling grinding jars ......................39 5.18.1 Carrying and gripping ......................39 5.18.2 Anti-rotation device ......................40 5.18.3 Heating the grinding jars ..................... 40 5.19 Grinding jar identification......................
- Page 5 Replacing the machine fuses ....................... 55 Return for Service and Maintenance .................... 57 Disposal............................58 Index ............................... 59...
- Page 6 Notes on the Manual...
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Page 7: 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 8: 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 9: General Safety Instructions
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 10: 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 11: Confirmation
Confirmation Be s t ä t i g u n g 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. -
Page 12: Packaging, Transport And Installation
NOTICE H0014 Complaints – The forwarding agent and Retsch GmbH must be notified immediately in the event of transport damage. It is otherwise possible that subsequent complaints will not be recognised. • Notify your forwarding agent and Retsch GmbH within 24h 3.3 Temperature fluctuations and condensed water... -
Page 13: Conditions For The Installation Site
Packaging, Transport and Installation 3.4 Conditions for the Installation Site Ambient temperature: 5°C to 40°C NOTICE Ambient temperature – Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the performance data alter to an unknown extent. • Do not exceed or fall below the permitted temperature range of the machine (5°C to 40°C / ambient temperature). -
Page 14: Type Plate Description
Packaging, Transport and Installation 3.6 Type Plate Description Fig. 1: Type plate lettering 1 Device designation 2 Year of production 3 Part number 4 Serial number 5 Manufacturer’s address 6 CE marking 7 Disposal label 8 Bar code 9 Power version 10 Mains frequency 11 Capacity 12 Amperage... -
Page 15: Electrical Connection
Packaging, Transport and Installation 3.7 Electrical Connection 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 16: Creating Interface Connection
Packaging, Transport and Installation 3.8 Creating interface connection Fig. 2: Serial interface – When updating the device control or display software, a connection with the PC is established using the RS232 interface (S). • Leave the cap (SW) on the interface (S) when the connection is not needed. NOTICE The interface cables must not be longer than 2.5m. - Page 17 Packaging, Transport and Installation Fig. 3: Unscrewing the transport lock from the transport pallet NOTICE Only transport on the transport pallet using a forklift or pallet truck. The device is secured to the transport pallet by the transport lock and four nuts •...
- Page 18 Packaging, Transport and Installation Fig. 5: Carrying the device The device should be carried by four people. Net weight PM100 approx. 86 kg Net weight PM200 approx. 80 kg Fig. 6: Free-force compensation sockets: do not push or pull the device NOTICE N2.0071...
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Page 19: Installation Of The Device
Packaging, Transport and Installation 3.10 Installation of the Device Installation height: maximum 2000 m above sea level CAUTION Device falling down Incorrect assembly or unsuitable workplace - The appliance is very heavy and can therefore cause serious personal injuries if it falls down. -
Page 20: Technical Data
Target group: Operating companies, operators Machine type designation: PM100 / PM200 / PM100CM Retsch ball mills are used to grind and mix soft, medium hard and extremely hard, brittle and fibrous materials. Dry and wet grinding are possible. Grinding with solvents is permitted, however in this case it is vital to note the supplementary information in the chapter “Wet... -
Page 21: Number Of Grinding Stations
4.3 Receptacle Volume PM100 = up to 300ml, depending on the grinding jar volume. PM200 = up to 2x50ml, depending on the grinding jar volume. 4.4 Feed Grain Size PM100 up to <10 mm, however this depends on the material... -
Page 22: Emissions
– The lid can only be opened when the device has come to a halt. 4.10 Dimensions and Weight Height: up to approx. 468mm / Width: 630mm / Depth: up to approx. 415mm Weight: PM100 net approx. 86 kg / PM200 net approx. 80 kg 4.11 Required Floor Space 630mm x 505mm;... -
Page 23: Operating The Device
Operating the Device Operating the Device 5.1 Views of the Instrument Fig. 7: View of the front of the device... - Page 24 Operating the Device Fig. 8: Close-up of the grinding chamber...
- Page 25 Operating the Device Fig. 9: View of counterweight Fig. 10: View of the back of the device...
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Page 26: Overview Table Of The Parts Of The Device
Operating the Device 5.2 Overview table of the parts of the device Description Function Element Cover Closes the grinding chamber Warning sign Warning clamp grinding jar Clamping unit for grinding jar Clamps grinding jar on the support Locking sleeve Prevents the twist grip from being turned accidentally Handle for clamping unit (lead frame) Handle to clamp the grinding jars Base of clamping unit... -
Page 27: Operating Elements And Displays
Operating the Device 5.3 Operating elements and displays Fig. 11: View of the control panel 5.4 Overview Table of the Operating Elements and the Display Description Function Element Control knob (rotary/push button) Rotary control to operate the device settings Button to open the cover Unlocks the cover Display Displays the control functions and parameters... -
Page 28: Closing The Device
Operating the Device 5.6 Closing the device CAUTION V0084 Unsafe device state Damage to the housing lid The device may only be operated with undamaged housing lid. • If there is mechanical damage to the housing lid, this must be replaced for safety reasons. It is only possible to lock the grinding chamber if the device has been connected to the power supply and the main switch on the back of the device has been switched on. - Page 29 Operating the Device Fig. 13: Emergency release A key in provided with the delivery of the device; this can be used to open the device manually in the case of a power failure . • Insert the key (SN) into the opening (NR). –...
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Page 30: Inserting The Grinding Jar
Operating the Device 5.8 Inserting the Grinding Jar CAUTION V0049 Ejected objects Grinding jar not clamped – Grinding jars or clamping mechanisms can be ejected. This results in a risk of injury. • Never leave loose clamping devices without clamped grinding jars in the grinding jar support. -
Page 31: Inserting The Grinding Jar
Operating the Device NOTE Wear or damage of the device Operation without grinding set − During operation of the device without grinding set, excessive wear or damage to the device may occur. • Operate the device only with a grinding set mounted. NOTICE H0011 Wear or damage to the grinding set... -
Page 32: Inserting The Clamping Unit
Operating the Device – Pay attention to the anti-rotation device when using 250 and 500 ml grinding jars. The hole drilled in the bottom of the grinding jar to support the anti- rotation pin (VS) is situated on the side of the lettering areas (DE). 5.8.2 Inserting the clamping unit Fig. -
Page 33: Balancing The Device - Only For The Pm100 And Pm100Cm
Operating the Device 5.9 Balancing the device – only for the PM100 and PM100CM Fig. 18: Balancing the device The PM 100 must be balanced after inserting and clamping the grinding jar to ensure the device runs smoothly. • Weigh the grinding jar with lid, ball filling and sample material. -
Page 34: Balancing The Device With Additional Weight - Only For Pm100 And Pm100Cm
Operating the Device 5.10 Balancing the device with additional weight – only for PM100 and PM100CM Fig. 19: Balancing the device NOTICE An additional 1 kg weight (EZ) is necessary when using the following grinding jars with safety closing mechanism! 5.10.1 Combination 1:... -
Page 35: Releasing The Grinding Jar Clamping Mechanism
Operating the Device NOTICE The additional weight (EZ) must be removed again when using light (small) grinding jars! 5.11 Releasing the grinding jar clamping mechanism Fig. 20: Releasing the grinding jar clamping mechanism • Pull the red sleeve (CA) upwards. •... - Page 36 Operating the Device Fig. 22: Top latching position PM 200 – inserting the opening aid for the clamping unit – With the PM 200, the opening aid for the clamping unit (KS) must be twisted 180° and pushed in when the grinding jar clamping mechanism is in the top latching position. –...
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Page 37: Power Failure During Grinding
The process is aborted by pressing the STOP button. . 5.14 Grinding Jar Selection for Different Sample Materials This device is only suitable for use with grinding jars from Retsch GmbH with a nominal volume of 12 ml - 500 ml. -
Page 38: Ultrafine Grinding
In addition to the instrument settings, the filling level of the grinding jar is also of crucial importance for a successful grinding process in the Planetary Ball Mill of Retsch GmbH. When grinding bulk materials, the grinding jar filling should consist of approximately one third of sample and one third of ball quantity. -
Page 39: Stacking Grinding Jars Smaller Than 50Ml
Operating the Device 5.17.2 Stacking grinding jars smaller than 50ml Fig. 25: Grinding jars with a capacity of less than 50ml can be stacked on top of each other directly without the use of accessories. Stacking process: • Place the grinding jar (M2) directly on top of grinding jar (M1). •... -
Page 40: Anti-Rotation Device
All 250ml and 500ml grinding jars have a drilled hole (BV) underneath the grinding jar as anti- rotation device. The anti-rotation device is only used with the PM100 and PM 100CM and is located on the side of the grinding jar casing with lettering. -
Page 41: Grinding Jar Identification
Operating the Device When grinding jars have been left to cool, a vacuum is created inside them which can make them difficult to open. The grinding jars can be prised open between the gripping flanges on the lid and the grinding jar, e.g. using a flat wooden stick (HB). 5.19 Grinding jar identification Fig. -
Page 42: Drying The Grinding Jars
Operating the Device 5.20.1 Drying the grinding jars After cleaning, the grinding jars can be dried in the drier cabinet at the temperatures specified below. Temperature Grinding jar material Special steel Up to 200°C Stainless steel Up to 200°C Tungsten carbide Up to 150°C Sintered corundum Up to 120°C... -
Page 43: Wet Grinding With Highly Flammable Materials
The PM100 is fitted with a fan which extracts the waste heat created during grinding directly from the grinding chamber. The extraction volume per hour is greater than 20 times the grinding chamber volume. -
Page 44: Display And Operation
Display and operation Display and operation 6.1 Symbols in the Display Unit Fig. 32: View of the menu on the display unit Description Function Element Menu navigation Switching between manual operating mode, program and basic settings Specification of grinding Displaying and setting grinding parameters parameters Icons for device functions Displaying the function statuses of sound, automatic... -
Page 45: Adjustment Options Using The Display Menu
Display and operation 6.2.1 Adjustment options using the display menu The selection bar in the display should be operated as follows: Rotating function I) • Rotate the operating button to get to the different menu items. The selected menu items are marked by the dark selection bar. - Page 46 Display and operation • Switch the device off at the main switch. • Switch the device on while simultaneously pressing the buttons START - STOP – Open hood. • After selecting the correct language, switch the device off and then immediately back on.
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Page 47: Menu Structure
Display and operation 6.4 Menu structure Complete summary of all menu options: MANUAL OPERATING MODE Grinding time Speed BASIC SETTINGS Interval Automatic opening Direction reversal Language Pause time Brightness Save parameters Date Program Time Save Acoustic signal Back Service Start in Operating hours Start in: Software version of display... -
Page 48: Basic Settings
Display and operation 6.5.3 Basic settings You can adjust the following device settings in this settings menu: – Automatic opening – Language – Brightness – Date – Time – Acoustic warning signal – Service 6.6 Manual Mode 6.6.1 Grinding time The device is started with the preselected grinding time and at the last speed used. -
Page 49: Save Parameters
Display and operation 6.6.6 Save parameters The previously set parameters such as grinding time and speed can be saved in a memory here. • Set the desired parameters. • By turning the control knob (F), switch to the Save parameters menu option. •... -
Page 50: Basic Settings
Display and operation • Press the control knob (F) to exit the program selection. • Finally select either Delete to delete the settings or Back to cancel without deleting. – This takes you back to the Program level. 6.8 Basic settings NOTICE It is not possible to begin grinding while the basic settings menu is active. -
Page 51: Software Version Of The Controller
SOFTWARE VERSION The version of the operating software can be called up and updated as required. If necessary, get in touch with your Retsch distributor. Should you have reached this menu by mistake and cannot return to the previous menu, switch the device off at the main switch and re-start it. -
Page 52: Fault Messages
Fault messages Fault messages Error code (FEHLER) BESCHREIBUNG DEFECT DESCRIPTION TRANSLATION ANTRIEB ÜBERLASTET DRIVE OVERLOAD FEHLER ANTRIEB/MOTOR FAILURE DRIVE/MOTOR FEHLER STEUERUNG FAILURE MAIN BOARD FEHELR LÜFTER FAILURE FAN FEHLER FREQUENZUMRICHTER FAILURE FREQUENCY CONVERTER FEHLER DREHZAHLSENSOR FAILURE SPEED SENSOR FEHLER SICHERHEITSKREIS FAILURE IN SAFETY CIRCUIT ANTRIEB ABKÜHLEN LASSEN! ALLOW DRIVE TO COOL DOWN... -
Page 53: Cleaning, Wear And Maintenance
Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance 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 54: Servicing The Clamping Unit
Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance 8.1.2 Servicing the clamping unit Fig. 35: Servicing the clamping unit • Check that the threaded spindle (CW) and locking sleeve (CA) can move freely. – In most cases a drop of oil will help. The smooth running of the threaded spindle and locking sleeve is the prerequisite for the secure clamping of the grinding jars. -
Page 55: Rubber Washer On The Pressure Plate
Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance 8.1.3 Rubber washer on the pressure plate Fig. 37: Rubber washer on the pressure plate • Check the O-ring (CO) on the pressure plate regularly for wear and to ensure it is secure. 8.1.4 Wear to latching bracket H1: at least 15mm Fig. - Page 56 Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance Fig. 39: Changing the fuses NOTICE Always replace both fuses (TB). – Type of fuse: 2 x 200mA T 250V • Unscrew the 2 fuse holders (TC). • Remove the fuse from the fuse holders and insert the new fuses. •...
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Page 57: Return For Service And Maintenance
Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance 8.3 Return for Service and Maintenance Fig. 40: 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 58: Disposal
Disposal 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 59: Index
Index 10 Index > Degree of protection .........22 Delete program ..........49 >Mains connection ..........15 Depth ..............22 Description..........26, 27, 44 Device 16A ..............21 closing ............28 open ..............27 Acoustic warning signal ........50 Device designation..........14 Adjustment options using the display menu ..45 Dimensions ............22 Agate ..............37 DIN 45635-31-01-KL3 ........22... - Page 60 Index Grinding jar selection ........37 Grinding jar volume ...........37 Packaging ............12 Grinding time ............48 Part number ............14 Gripping flanges ..........39 Pause time............48 Power ...............37 Power consumption ..........21 Handling grinding jars ........39 Power failure ..........29, 37 Height ...............22 Power failure during grinding ......37 Power version ...........14 Increase of sample volume during grinding Pressure plate...........55...
- Page 61 Index Symbols in the Display Unit .......44 Vacuum ............41 View of counterweight ........25 Target group .............20 View of the back of the device ......25 Target group ............9 View of the control panel ........27 Technical data ..........20 View of the front of the device ......23 Temperature fluctuation and condensed water ..12 View of the menu on the display unit ....44 Time ..............50...
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