Retsch ABP 250 Manual

Retsch ABP 250 Manual

Jaw crusher and sample divider combination unit
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Jaw crusher and sample divider combination unit ABP 250
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© Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany | 05.12.2018 Version 0003

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  • Page 1 Manual Jaw crusher and sample divider combination unit ABP 250 Translation © Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany | 05.12.2018 Version 0003...
  • 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 Disclaimer ............................ 6 Copyright ............................6 Explanation of signs and symbols ....................7 Explanations of the Safety Instructions ..................7 General Safety Instructions ......................8 Repairs ............................10 Responsibility of the operating company ..................11 Personnel qualification and target group of this manual ...............
  • Page 4 Adding sample material ......................40 Removing sample material after grinding ..................41 Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance ....................43 Cleaning ............................. 43 7.1.1 Removing and installing the feed hopper ................. 44 7.1.2 Cleaning the feed hopper ......................44 Wear ............................45 7.2.1 Replacing the breaking jaws ....................
  • Page 5 Notes on the Manual...
  • Page 6: Notes On The Manual

    This Manual does not contain any repair instructions. Please contact your supplier or contact Retsch GmbH directly if anything is unclear or you have questions about these guidelines or the device, or in the case of any faults or necessary repairs.
  • Page 7: Explanation Of Signs And Symbols

    Notes on the Manual 1.3 Explanation of signs and symbols In this document the following signs and symbols are being used: Reference to a recommendation and/or an important information   Reference to a chapter, table or figure  Action instruction │Name│...
  • Page 8: General Safety Instructions

    All those operating, cleaning or working with or on the device. This device is a modern, powerful product from Retsch GmbH and has been developed in line with the state-of-the art. The device is safe to use when operated correctly and when following the instructions in this manual.
  • Page 9  The conformity declared by Retsch GmbH with the European Directives will lose its validity.  Any warranty claims will be terminated. • Do not make any modification to the device. • Use spare parts and accessories that have been approved by Retsch GmbH exclusively.
  • Page 10: Repairs

    1.6 Repairs This manual does not contain any repair instructions. For safety reasons, repairs may only be carried out by Retsch GmbH or an authorised representative or by qualified service technicians. In case of repair, please inform… …the Retsch GmbH representative in your country, …your supplier, or...
  • Page 11: Responsibility Of The Operating Company

    • Integrate ABP 250 in your operating instructions regulating conduct in emergency situations. • Integrate ABP 250 in your risk assessment in acc. with the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health (BetrSichV) to prevent accidents during work processes. •...
  • Page 12: Confirmation Form For The Managing Operator

    Confirmation Form for the Managing Operator Confirmation Form for the Managing Operator This manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining the device which must be strictly observed. It is essential that they be read by the user and by the qualified staff responsible for the device before the device is commissioned.
  • Page 13: Technical Data

    8-hour single shift. The ABP 250 is suitable for grinding medium to hard substances as well as brittle and hard ductile materials. The final fineness that can be achieved can be up to 2 mm and less depending on the feed material.
  • Page 14: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    Technical Data Under these operating conditions, the workplace-related equivalent continuous sound level L 84.7 dB(A). CAUTION C4.0020 Failure to hear acoustic signals Loud noises during grinding  It is possible that acoustic warning signals and voice communication cannot be heard. •...
  • Page 15: Feed Grain Size

    Technical Data 3.10 Feed Grain Size  Feed size: < 120 x 90 mm  Final fineness: < 2 mm The feed size depends on the sample material. 3.11 Grinding chamber volume ~ 1 200 ml 3.12 Degree of hardness of the sample material The degree of hardness of the sample material should be above 3 on the Mohs’...
  • Page 16: Installation Drawing

    Technical Data 3.13 Installation drawing...
  • Page 17: Packaging, Transport And Installation

    N5.0014 Complaints Incomplete delivery or transport damage  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. • Please check the delivery on receipt of the device for its completeness and intactness.
  • Page 18: Temperature Fluctuations And Condensation

    Packaging, Transport and Installation Fig. 1: Transporting with forklift The base frame of the ABP 250 enables it to be directly transported using a forklift or similar device. WARNING W2.0001 Serious personal injury Load too heavy  The device is extremely heavy, weighing 565 kg, which can lead to serious personal injury when it is lifted.
  • Page 19: Conditions For The Installation Site

    1430 mm. The ABP 250 may only be installed on a level, firm base. Anchoring is not essential because the free moments of inertia only pass barely perceptible vibrations on to the surroundings, but it is possible using the drill holes in the feet.
  • Page 20: Electrical Connection

    Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.5 Electrical Connection WARNING W4.0005 Danger to life due to electric shock or fire Incorrect connection to the power supply may result in parts of the housing or cables being live and in fires starting.  Serious injuries or death due to an electric shock. ...
  • Page 21: Type Plate Description

    Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.6 Type Plate Description Fig. 2: Type plate 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 22: First Commissioning

    First Commissioning First Commissioning WARNING W5.0002 Danger to life through electric shock Damaged power cable  Operating the device with a damaged power cable or plug can lead to life- threatening injuries caused by an electric shock. • Before operating the device, check the power cable and plug for damage.
  • Page 23: Installation Of The Device

    If the device is installed without the feet (vibration absorbers), it must be screwed to a level, firm base.  Screw the ABP 250 to the base using four suitable hex screws. Fig. 4: Device feet: do not push or pull device NOTICE N13.0002...
  • Page 24: Lubricating The Device When Putting It Into Service For The First Time

    Putting into service for the first time: Lubrication points NOTICE The ABP 250 must be lubricated after eight operating hours when put into service for the first time . Use the supplied grease press that is filled with Shell Gadus S2 V220 2 for lubrication.
  • Page 25: Use Of The Device For The Intended Purpose

    First Commissioning 5.3 Use of the Device for the Intended Purpose CAUTION C6.0005 Risk of injury Potentially explosive atmosphere  The device is not suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. Operating the device in a potentially explosive atmosphere can lead to injuries caused by an explosion or fire.
  • Page 26: Principle Of Operation

    5.4 Principle of Operation The ABP 250 is a robust and powerful forced feed crusher with sample divider. The feed material reaches the grinding chamber through the splash-free hopper. Grinding takes place in the wedge-shaped shaft between the fixed crusher arm and the crusher arm that is moved by an eccentric shaft.
  • Page 27: Views Of The Instrument

    Main switch On the right-hand side of the device (not visible) Open = access to the grinding chamber Door Closed = drawer can be inserted, ABP 250 can be started, accidental access is not possible Collecting Collects the sample material...
  • Page 28: Part Modules

    First Commissioning 5.5.2 Part modules Part modules (5 litres) 1 part sample with rejection 8 part samples without rejection mechanism mechanism (5.6 litres per sub-process) (5 litres per sub-process) 5.5.3 Control element and display Fig. 7: Display with function keys Element Description Function...
  • Page 29: Side View

    First Commissioning 5.5.4 Side view Fig. 8: Side view of the device Element Description Function Lock for the collecting Locks the collecting receptacle (drawer) receptacle Hopper with contact protection when feeding sample Feed hopper material Lock nut Locks the threaded spindle G Threaded spindle Changes the gap width Door lock...
  • Page 30: Settings

    5.6.1 Adjusting the gap width Fig. 10: Adjusting the gap width (zero position)  Start the ABP 250 while the device is idling.  Unscrew the lock nuts (F) in a clockwise direction.  Unscrew the locating screw (P) in an anticlockwise direction.
  • Page 31: Setting The Gap Width

     Then set the desired gap width for the next grinding process. NOTICE Always set the gap width of the ABP 250 to more than 0 mm. Where the minimum gap width is required, open the gap just wide enough for the meeting of the two jaws to no longer be audible.
  • Page 32: Opening And Closing The Jaw Crusher

    First Commissioning The pointer (K) shows the approximate gap width on the scale (J). NOTICE If the pointer (K) does not move when adjusting the gap width, the jaw has become stuck due to dirt. In this case you can release the jaw by twisting the lock nut (F) to the left. Fig.
  • Page 33: Dust Extraction

    NOTICE Dust can be extracted using an industrial vacuum cleaner or extraction unit where necessary The socket for the dust extraction on the ABP 250 has an outer diameter of 76 mm (inner diameter of 72 mm).  Loosen the hose clamp (T) on the dust extraction socket.
  • Page 34: Operating The Device

     Turn the ABP 250 on at the main switch on the right-hand side of the device.  Release the emergency stop switch (1) if you have not done so already.  Turn the ABP 250 off using the emergency stop switch (1) at the front of the device. NOTICE The ABP 250 may only be stopped during normal operation when there is no longer any sample material in the crushing chamber.
  • Page 35: Preparing The Sub-Process

    P o s: 7. 20 / 0005 RETSCH/ 0005 RETSCH Bed i e n un gsanl ei tun gen Kap i t el samml un gen/ RS 300 XL / 20 Bed i e n un g RS 300 XL / 2020 M od ul M ahl b e h äl...
  • Page 36 Operating the device The safety pin (L) must be pulled backwards in order to insert the chute. Inserting the part module Fig. 21: Module for 8 part samples with clamps (K)
  • Page 37: Display Unit

    Operating the device 6.6 Display unit Start screen Press any button. Fig. 22: Start screen Select the following: F1: Start Press F1 to start the machine F2: Stop Press Sie F2 to stop the machine F3: Lock Press F3 to lock the housing. In order to be able to use this function the cover must be completely closed.
  • Page 38 Operating the device F4: Settings (setup) Press F4 to change the parameters. The screen shows the following: Settings screen 1/3 – setting the rotation speed 18-53 rpm Fig. 24: Rotation speed Press F1 to increase the rotation speed or F2 to reduce the rotation speed. F1: + 1 rpm F2: - 1 rpm F4: Next (next setting)
  • Page 39 Operating the device Settings screen 3/3 – operating modes Fig. 26: Modes: Press F3 to switch between the “Crush” and “Crush&Sample” modes. Crush: Only the jaw crusher starts up. The appropriate collecting receptacle without outlet is required on the jaw crusher here. Crush&Sample: Here the jaw crusher is used with simultaneous sample division.
  • Page 40: Starting The Crushing Process

    NOTICE Start the ABP 250 before you begin adding sample material! The ABP 250 can only be started when the door has been closed and the collecting receptacle inserted. The maximum feed size must not exceed 120 mm x 90 mm.
  • Page 41: Removing Sample Material After Grinding

    • Wear safety shoes. Fig. 27: Collecting receptacle  Turn the ABP 250 off.  Open the lock (M) on the collecting receptacle (N).  Pull the collecting receptacle (N) from the base frame (Z).  Remove the ground sample material from the collecting receptacle (N).
  • Page 42 Operating the device  The ABP 250 can be retrofitted for batch processing or continuous operation with a collecting hopper and a 30 l collecting receptacle which are available as optional accessories. NOTICE N17.0004 Damage to mechanical components Crusher blockage and the motor switching off ...
  • Page 43: Cleaning, Wear And Maintenance

    Improper repairs  Unauthorised and improper repairs can cause injuries. • Repairs to the device may only be carried out by the Retsch GmbH , an authorised representative or by qualified service technicians. • Do not carry out any unauthorised or improper repairs to the device! 7.1 Cleaning...
  • Page 44: Removing And Installing The Feed Hopper

    Removing the feed hopper  Switch the ABP 250 off.  Disconnect the ABP 250 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting.  Unscrew the M6 Allen screw (DS).  Lift the feed hopper (D) up and out.
  • Page 45: Wear

    Cleaning the feed hopper  Switch the ABP 250 off.  Disconnect the ABP 250 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting.  Unscrew the M6 Allen screw (DS).  Lift the feed hopper (D) up and out.
  • Page 46: Replacing The Breaking Jaws

    • To prevent the jaws falling down, hold them tight while unscrewing the screws.  Switch the ABP 250 off.  Disconnect the ABP 250 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting.  Remove the feed hopper.  Set the gap width to the maximum gap.
  • Page 47: Replacing The Wearing Plates

     Using the grease press, press the right amount of grease into the lubrication point (W1).  Switch the ABP 250 off. Lubricating the lubrication points (W2, W3) under the cover  Switch the ABP 250 off.  Disconnect the ABP 250 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting.
  • Page 48: Checking The Limit Switch

     Slide the collecting receptacle (N) back into the base frame. Result: the drive motor (O) does not start. It can only be switched back on using the ON switch.  Close the lock (M) on the collecting receptacle (N).  Switch the ABP 250 on using the ON switch.
  • Page 49: Return For Service And Maintenance

     When returning a device, attach the return form to the outside of the packaging. In order to eliminate any health risk to the service technicians, Retsch GmbH reserves the right to refuse the acceptance and to return the respective delivery at the expense of the sender.
  • Page 50: Accessories

    Retsch GmbH homepage (http://www.retsch.com) under the heading "Downloads" of the device. Information on wear parts and small accessories can be found in the Retsch GmbH general catalogue also available on the homepage. In case of any questions concerning spare parts please contact the Retsch GmbH...
  • Page 51: Disposal

    Disposal 10 Disposal In the case of a disposal, the respective statutory requirements must be observed. In the following, information on the disposal of electrical and electronic devices in the European Community are given. Within the European Community the disposal of electrically operated devices is regulated by national provisions that are based on the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
  • Page 52: Index

    Index 11 Index Dust extraction ..........33 cover .............29 Accessories ............50 hose clamp ............29 Ambient temperature.........19 socket ............33 Amendment status ..........6 Amperage ............21 Assembly personnel ..........11 Electrical connection .........20 Electromagnetic compatibility ......14 EMC ..............14 Bar code ............21 Emissions ............13 Burns ..............41 Equivalent continuous sound level ....14 Explanations of the safety instructions ....7 Calibration ............49...
  • Page 53 Index Installation of the device ........23 lubricating............24 Installation site conditions ............19 Range of application of the device .....25 Intended use .............13 Rated power .............14 Relative humidity maximum ............19 Jaws replacing ............46 Repair ........... 10, 43, 49 Repair instructions ..........10 Replacing the breaking jaws......46 ..............14 Replacing the wearing plates ......47 Lifting with lifting gear........18...
  • Page 54 Index Wear ............43, 45 Wear parts ............50 Vibrations ............22 Wearing plates ..........45 Views of the instrument ........27 replacing ............47 Voltage .............20 Weight ..............14 Workplace-related emissions value ....14 Warning ..............7 Wrong direction of rotation motor ......20 Information ............8 Warranty claim ..........17 Year of production..........21 Warranty claims ..........9...
  • Page 57 Copyright © Copyright by Retsch GmbH Retsch-Allee 1-5 42781 Haan Germany...

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