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Operating instructions CROSS BEATER MILL PULVERISETTE 16 Valid from serial number: 16.60X0/X0001 Read the instructions prior to performing any task! Translation of the original operating instructions...
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Certifications and CE conformity Certification Fritsch GmbH has been certified by the SGS-TÜV Saar GmbH. An audit certified that Fritsch GmbH conforms to the requirements of the DIN EN ISO 9001:2015. CE Conformity The enclosed Conformity Declaration lists the guidelines the FRITSCH instrument conforms to, to be able to bear the CE mark.
Table of contents Table of contents Basic structure................6 Safety information and use............7 2.1 Requirements for the user............. 7 2.2 Scope of application............... 7 2.2.1 Operating principle............. 8 2.3 Obligations of the operator............ 8 2.4 Information on hazards and symbols used in this manual..9 2.5 Device safety information............
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Table of contents 6.3.3 Inserting the cross beater..........25 6.3.4 Inserting filter unit and collecting vessel......25 6.4 Conducting a grinding operation......... 26 Accessories................... 27 7.1 Collecting vessel..............27 7.2 Universal support stand............27 Cleaning..................29 8.1 Cleaning grinding elements..........29 8.2 Cleaning the funnel..............
2.1 Requirements for the user This operating manual is intended for persons assigned with operating and monitoring the Fritsch PULVERISETTE 16. The operating manual and especially its safety instructions are to be observed by all persons working on or with this device. In addition, the applicable rules and regu- lations for accident prevention at the installation site are to be observed.
Safety information and use NOTICE! This laboratory instrument is designed for 8-hour shift operation at 30% duty cycle. The device may not be used as a production machine or put into continuous operation. 2.2.1 Operating principle Comminution in the cross beater mill is performed by beating, impact and shearing.
Neither compliance with this manual nor the conditions and methods used during installation, operation, use and maintenance of the PULVERI- SETTE 16 can be monitored by Fritsch GmbH. Improper execution of the installation can result in property damage and thus endanger persons.
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Safety information and use DANGER! This symbol and keyword combination points out a directly hazardous situation due to electrical current. Ignoring information with this designation will result in serious or fatal injury. DANGER! This symbol and keyword combination designates con- tents and instructions for proper use of the machine in explosive areas or with explosive substances.
Safety information and use Example: Loosen screw. CAUTION! Risk of entrapment at the lid. Close the lid carefully. Tighten screw. Tips and recommendations This symbol emphasises useful tips and recommenda‐ tions as wells as information for efficient operation without malfunction. Further designations To emphasise procedure instructions, results, lists, references and other elements, the following designations are used in this manual:...
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NOTICE! Immediately replace damaged or illegible information signs. Unauthorised alteration of the PULVERISETTE 16 will void Fritsch's declaration of conformity to European directives and void the guar- antee. Only use the PULVERISETTE 16 when it is in proper working order, as intended and in a safety- and hazard-conscious manner adhering to the operating manual.
Safety information and use 2.6 Protective equipment Protective equipment is to be used as intended and may not be disabled or removed. All protective equipment is to be regularly checked for integrity and proper functioning. If the mill is opened during operation, the motor stops within a very short time! The mill cannot be restarted while the grinding chamber is open.
Technical data Technical data 3.1 Dimensions 400 x 500 x 510 mm (height x width x depth) With underframe: 1250 x 700 x 900 mm (height x width x depth) 3.2 Weight Net: approx. 45 kg Underframe optional: 18.7 kg 3.3 Operating noise Noise measurement according to DIN 45635-31-01-KL3.
Installation Installation 4.1 Transport The device is delivered on a transport pallet with a wooden cover. We recommend using a forklift or pallet truck for transporting the packed device. DANGER! Do not step under the transport pallet during transport. WARNING! Improper lifting can lead to personal injury or property damage.
Installation NOTICE! Place the Cross beater mill on a flat, stable surface. It may be screwed to this or a base plate. NOTICE! Never operate PULVERISETTE 16 while it is standing on the transport pallet! The cross beater mill is mounted on an underframe. Remove the screws and set the mill down on the required installation site with the help of the ring bolt.
Installation 4.6 Fastening the Cross beater mill to the universal support stand Setting up the universal support stand is described in chapter Ä Chapter 7.2 ‘Universal support stand’ on page 27. Position the PULVERISETTE 16 on the universal support stand. Ensure that the larger section of the stand is facing forward.
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Installation DANGER! Mains voltage! Changes to the connection line may only be made by a qualified person. - 19 -...
Initial start-up Initial start-up CAUTION! Never operate the device without the bottom sieve in place! Risk of injury through possibly reaching in from below! CAUTION! Only operate the device with the collecting vessel mounted! Switch on the device only after all work as described in section Ä...
Using the device Using the device CAUTION! Cut injuries Sharp cutting edges on the rotors and cutting bars – The sharp cutting edges on the rotors and cutting bars can cause cuts to the hands. Use gloves when changing the cutting rotors and when cleaning the grinding chamber.
Using the device 6.1 Operating elements and operation Funnel Cross beater Grinding chamber cartridge with sieve frame Control panel Ring filter Door lock Filter sack Locking mechanism Collecting vessel 10 Frame - 22 -...
Using the device Display for control function and parameters + and - buttons to adjust the speed START button to start comminution LED lights for status display STOP button to stop comminution 6.2 Opening and closing the mill housing 6.2.1 Opening the device Connect the device to the mains.
Using the device 6.2.2 Closing the device The grinding chamber can only be locked when the device is connected to the mains and the main switch on the rear of the device has been switched on. Close the door. Pull the door lock (7) upwards. The locking mechanism (8) clicks into place.
Using the device 6.3.3 Inserting the cross beater Slide the cross beater (5) onto the motor shaft (11) and align it by pressing the feather key until the safety ring clicks into the groove on the motor shaft. After this step you may close the device. To remove the grinding elements, follow the steps in reverse order.
Using the device 6.4 Conducting a grinding operation When all grinding elements have been properly inserted, proceed as fol- lows to carry out a grinding: The device must be switched on at the main switch on the rear. Set the desired speed in the range of 2000 - 4000 rpm in steps of 200.
Accessories Accessories 7.1 Collecting vessel For batch or continuous operation, the PULVERISETTE 16 can be retrofitted with the 30 l plastic container and the LABORETTE 24, available as accessories. 7.2 Universal support stand Mounting plate 3 x cross braces 4 x stand legs 6 x clamping rings + 12 x washers + 6 x M6 nuts + 6 x M6x25 cylinder screws 4 x protective caps...
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Accessories The 3 lower clamping rings should be fastened at a distance of 10cm to the floor. Fit the 3 cross braces as shown in the image and screw to the clamping rings. A cross brace must be mounted on the back of the tripod.
Cleaning Cleaning DANGER! Mains voltage! – Before beginning with cleaning work, disconnect the mains plug and protect the device against being unintentionally switched back on! – Do not allow any liquids to flow into the device. – Indicate cleaning work with warning signs. –...
Maintenance Maintenance DANGER! Mains voltage – Before beginning with maintenance work, unplug the mains plug and protect the device against being unintentionally switched back on again! – Indicate maintenance work with warning signs. – Maintenance work may only be performed by spe- cialised personnel.
Maintenance 9.1 Replacement of the device fuse DANGER! Danger to life due to power surges! Exposed power contacts – You could touch the fuses or fuse holder with live contacts when changing the fuses. Electric shocks can cause burns and cardiac arrhythmia or respira- tory and cardiac arrests.
Maintenance 9.3 Setting the impact plates The impact plates experience a certain amount of wear during use. If there is a high degree of wear, the gap between the impact plates and grinding insert becomes too large. You can reset this gap with the help of the supplied setting plate.
Error display Error display Error code (Error) description Measures ⇒ Switch off the main switch and wait for 30 s Drive overload before switching on again. ⇒ If the error persists, contact service. ⇒ Switch off the main switch and wait for 30 s Drive / engine error before switching on again.
FRITSCH declares it is prepared to take back used FRITSCH devices for recycling or disposal free of charge whenever a new device is purchased. The used FRITSCH device must be delivered free of charge to a FRITSCH establishment. In all other cases FRITSCH takes back used FRITSCH devices for recycling or disposal only against payment.
Guarantee terms Guarantee period As manufacturer, FRITSCH GmbH provides – above and beyond any guar- antee claims against the seller – a guaranty valid for the duration of two years from the date of issue of the guarantee certificate supplied with the device.
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Any servicing done by persons not authorised by us and any use of parts that are not original FRITSCH accessories and spare parts will void the guar- antee.
FRITSCH GMBH distributor or Fritsch GmbH, Industriestr. 8, D-55743 Idar-Oberstein. FRITSCH GMBH takes the greatest care to ensure that the quality, relia- bility and safety of your products are continuously improved and adapted to the state of the art. The supplied products as well as this operating manual conform to the current state of the art when they leave the sphere of influence of FRITSCH GMBH.
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Exclusion of liability Fritsch GmbH excludes any liability, warranty, or other obligation to com- pensate for damages, regardless of whether this liability, warranty, or other obligation is explicit or implicit, contractual or arising from unlawful acts or prescribed contractually, by law, or otherwise. In no...
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