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- Page 1 Manual Tap Sieve Shaker AS 200 tap Translation © Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany | 12.02.2020 Version 0002...
- Page 2 Copyright © Copyright by Retsch GmbH Retsch-Allee 1-5 42781 Haan Germany...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Notes on the manual ..........................6 Explanation of signs and symbols ..................... 6 Disclaimer ............................6 Copyright............................6 Safety ..............................7 Explanations of the Safety Instructions ..................... 8 General Safety Instructions ....................... 9 Repairs ............................. 10 Confirmation Form for the Managing Operator................11 Technical Data ............................. - Page 4 Return for Service and Maintenance ....................32 Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance ...................... 33 10.1 Cleaning ............................33 10.1.1 Cleaning of Test Sieves ......................33 10.1.1.1 Cleaning of Test Sieves with Mesh Sizes > 500 µm ............33 10.1.1.2 Cleaning of Test Sieves with Mesh Sizes < 500 µm ............33 10.1.1.3 Drying of Test Sieves .......................
- Page 5 Notes on the manual...
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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: Safety
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 8: Explanations Of The Safety Instructions
Safety 2.1 Explanations of the Safety Instructions The following warnings in this manual warn of possible risks and damage: DANGER D1.0000 Risk of fatal injuries Source of danger − Possible consequences if the danger is ignored. • Instructions and information on how to avoid the risk. Fatal or serious injuries may result if the “Danger”... -
Page 9: General Safety Instructions
− 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
2.3 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: Confirmation Form For The Managing Operator
Safety 2.4 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. This manual must be available and accessible at the place of use at all times. -
Page 12: Technical Data
Technical Data Technical Data 3.1 Protective Equipment − This device is equipped with an electronic hood monitoring. The hood monitoring prevents the device from being started when in an unsafe state. − The device can only be started when the hood is closed. −... -
Page 13: Rated Power
• In order to ensure safe operation, the AS 200 tap has to be screwed firmly to the base by means of the transport angles. -
Page 14: Feed Grain Size
2 mm 16 mm 125 mm 300 mm The Tap Sieve Shaker AS 200 tap is designed for the measurement range of 20 µm to 25 mm. 3.10 Payload − Maximum sample quantity: 3 kg − Maximum sieve stack weight: 3 kg −... -
Page 15: Packaging, Transport And Installation
N6.0014 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 16: Conditions For The Installation Site
Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.4 Conditions for the Installation Site NOTICE N8.0021 Ambient temperature Temperatures outside the permitted range − Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged. − The performance data alter to an unknown extent. • Do not exceed or fall below the permitted temperature range (5 °C to 40 °C ambient temperature) of the device. -
Page 17: Electrical Connection
Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.5 Electrical Connection WARNING W2.0015 Risk to life caused by an electric shock Connection to socket without a protective earth conductor − Connecting the device to sockets without a protective earth conductor can lead to life-threatening injuries caused by an electric shock. •... -
Page 18: Removing The Transportation Lock
Packaging, Transport and Installation 9 Power version 10 Mains frequency 11 Capacity 12 Amperage 13 Number of fuses 14 Fuse type and fuse strength In the case of queries please provide the device designation (1) or part number (3), as well as the serial number (4) of the device. - Page 19 Packaging, Transport and Installation Fig. 3: Installing the transportation aid Screw the four supplied transportation aids (TH) with a 30 mm open-end wrench into the existing threaded holes on both sides of the device. CAUTION The weight without sieve stack amounts approx. 92 kg. The device may only be lifted by four people or with suitable hoist, that is designed for the weight.
- Page 20 Packaging, Transport and Installation ≥ 150 cm (60 inches) Fig. 5: Minimum distance between housing and hoist...
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Page 21: First Commissioning
The AS 200 tap is suitable for test sieves with an outer diameter of 200 mm and 203 mm (8"). Up to 13 fractions (12 test sieves plus collecting pan with a height of 25 mm), or 7 fractions (6 test sieves plus collecting pan with a height of 50 mm) can be clamped. - Page 22 First Commissioning Turn the clamping levers (B) to the desired position. Press the clamping levers (B) backwards again until they engage audibly. The clamping levers are now again connected to the clamping screws. Fig. 6: Position the clamping lever (left), adjust the height of the sieve plate (right) ...
- Page 23 First Commissioning Fig. 8: Remove the sieve stack...
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Page 24: Operating The Device
The AS 200 tap is specially designed for test sieves with an outer diameter from 200 mm and 203 mm (8"). For an optimum measurement result it is recommended to exclusively use test sieves from Retsch GmbH. -
Page 25: Principle Of Operation
• No wet sieving may be carried out with this device! 6.2 Principle of Operation The AS 200 tap works with a horizontal circular motion of the sieve stack. At the same time, vertical tapping impulses are transferred to the sieve stack by means of a tapping arm. With the circular motion and tapping impulses independent of the mains voltage, the worldwide comparability of the sieving process is ensured. -
Page 26: Views Of The Device
Operating the Device 6.3 Views of the device 6.3.1 Front Fig. 9: Front view of the device Element Description Function Tapping arm Transmits the tapping impulses via the cork stopper (E) to the sample material Clamping lever Allows the adjustment to different sieve stack heights Sieve plate Retains the sieve stack... -
Page 27: Back
Data transfer between device and PC 6.4 Switching On / Off Turn on the AS 200 tap with the mains switch (I) on the back side of the device. When the device is switched off, it is completely disconnected from the mains. -
Page 28: Opening And Closing Of The Device
Operating the Device By pressing the button (H1) after power on, the device can be put into standby mode. In this mode, only the LED of the button (H1) is lit. Except for the button (H2), all buttons are inoperable. 6.5 Opening and Closing of the Device 6.5.1 Opening ... -
Page 29: Controlling The Device
Controlling the Device Controlling the Device 7.1 Operating Controls, Displays and Functions Fig. 11: Operating controls and functions Element Description Function STOP Stops the sieving process. In standby mode, the red LED is lit START Starts the sieving process. During operation, the green LED is lit Minus button of the time Reduces the sieving time in the range between 1 and... -
Page 30: Time
Time setting for continuous operation (left) or with a process time (right) The AS 200 tap can be operated either in continuous operation or for a certain time between 1 and 99 minutes. When the device is switched on, the last used setting is displayed. -
Page 31: Easysieve
Graphic and tabular presentation of the particle size analysis with EasySieve The software communicates with the scale and the AS 200 tap and guides the user through the respective steps. Available parameters, as well as the characteristics to be calculated can be entered in various edit boxes. -
Page 32: 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 33: Cleaning, Wear And Maintenance
Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance 10 Cleaning, Wear and Maintenance 10.1 Cleaning WARNING W6.0003 Risk to life caused by an electric shock Cleaning live parts with water − Cleaning the device with water can lead to life-threatening injuries caused by an electric shock if the device has not been disconnected from the power supply. -
Page 34: Drying Of Test Sieves
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! ... -
Page 35: Maintenance
Likewise, all existing sealing gaskets should be checked for wear on a regular basis and replaced if necessary. 10.3 Maintenance The AS 200 tap is largely maintenance-free. -
Page 36: Accessories
Fig. 15: Test sieves The different versions of the test sieves of Retsch GmbH are supplied in accordance with all current national and international standards: − available standards: DIN, ISO, ASTM, BS, NF, CGSB −... -
Page 37: Calibration Service
11.1.2 Calibration Service As a special service Retsch GmbH offers the calibration of the test sieves. All relevant information are recorded during the standard measuring process of the test sieve and confirmed in the required certificate. -
Page 38: Disposal
Disposal 12 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 39: Index
13 Index Equivalent continuous sound level ....12 Evaluation ............31 Accessories ............36 Explanations of the safety instructions ....8 Ambient temperature .......... 16 External fuse ............17 Amendment status ..........6 Amperage ............18 Feed grain size ..........14 Feed quantity ............. - Page 40 maximum ............14 maximum height ..........14 maximum weight ..........14 Number of fuses ..........18 remove ............. 22, 23 Sieving aids ..........14, 37 Opening .............. 28 Sieving noises ............ 12 Operating controls ..........29 Signs ..............6 Operating instructions ......... 11 Small accessories ..........
- Page 41 Wear parts ............36 Workplace related emission level ...... 12 Weight ............13, 19 Wet sieving ............14 Year of production ..........17 Width ..............13 base..............13...
- Page 43 Copyright © Copyright by Retsch GmbH Retsch-Allee 1-5 42781 Haan Germany...
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