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(ISO 4413:2010) The entity authorized to compile the relevant technical documents is Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Tel.: +49 (0)5903 951-0 Emsbüren, on 02/06/19 Bernard van Lengerich, Managing Director Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Copyright Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, 2019 All rights reserved. Reprints, even in excerpts, only with the written permission of Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG Operations: Grenzstraße 16 Post address: Postfach 1154 D-48488 Emsbüren Tel: +49 (0)5903 951-0 Fax: +49 (0)5903 951-34 Email: info@bvl-group.de Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Capacity limits Operating fluids Information on noise generation Design and function Overview of the V-MIX Fix Plus V-MIX Fix Plus – Overview of assemblies Mixing hopper Ladder and inspection window Anti-spill ring V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Gear unit Brevini ECS1512 7.4.2 Gear unit Brevini EM1065 7.4.3 Gear unit Comer PGA1602 7.4.4 Reduction gearbox BvL 108960 (special equipment) Entering the mixing hopper 7.5.1 Discharge opening with protruding cover apron 7.5.2 Discharge opening with tight-fitting cover apron (optional) 7.5.3...
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Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines Conveyor belt (optional) 7.9.1 Belt connection 7.9.2 Tensioning/aligning the conveyor belt 7.10 Tightening torques for bolt joints Faults Appendix Supplied third-party documents Circuit diagrams Index V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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If selling the machine, pass this operating manual on to the purchaser. Locational information in this operating manual Fig. 1-1 Front side (drive side) Left side Rear side Right side Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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... the source of a potential injury or damage to a person's health. Manufacturer ... Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG. … the V-MIX Fix Plus stationary mixer. Machine V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Do not operate the machine unless all of its safety features are in proper working order. Organizational measures The operating manual: must always be stored at the location of the machine, must be freely accessible to operator and maintenance personnel at all times. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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If the correction of a fault is not part of the operator's responsibilities or the operator lacks the necessary expertise, the operator must report the defect to his supervisor or the owner. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Note: A qualification that is equivalent to professional technical training can be acquired by working in the respective field for several years. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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2.2.4 Intended use The stationary mixer V-MIX Fix Plus is designed exclusively for collecting, reducing, homogeneously mix- ing and discharging any type of silage as well as feeding stuff that is commonly used in animal husband- ry and whose content of dry substance makes up more than 30% of the overall mix.
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The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damages caused by: unauthorized modifications of the machine, unapproved modification and accessory parts, welding and drilling operations on load-bearing sections of the machine. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Unauthorized structural modifications on the machine, Insufficient monitoring of machine parts that are subject to wear, Improperly performed repairs, Natural disasters caused by the impact of foreign objects and force majeure. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Never reach into the mixing hopper through one of the discharge openings while the machine is running. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Use only the designated fuses. Using higher amperage fuses may destroy the electrical system – as there is a risk of fire. Make sure all electrical installations are completed by trained and qualified personnel and as speci- fied in the circuit diagram. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Replacement parts must meet the minimum technical requirements specified by the manufacturer. Compliance is ensured by the use of original spare parts. Observe the maintenance intervals applicable to wear parts. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Failure to observe safety instructions marked with the "CAUTION" symbol may po- tentially result in minor or moderate injury. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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This information must be kept clean and in legible condition at all times. Replace infor- mation that has become illegible. Order warnings and instructions from your dealer by providing their order number. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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The instruction(s) on how to avoid the hazard, e.g. "Never reach into the hazard area as long as parts are still moving in this area." V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Risk of arms becoming entangled or caught caused by powered work tools! These hazards may cause serious injury, including the loss of body parts. Never reach into the hazard area as long as the engine is running. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Risk of bodily injury from becoming entangled or caught! These hazards may cause serious injury, including the loss of body parts. Never reach into the hazard area as long as the engine is running. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Operating manual in the document box. Read and follow the operating manual and the safety instruc- tions before putting the machine into operation! 103878 Warning Warning that the machine may start up automatically. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Instruction Block ball valve securing the open dosing gate against inad- vertent lowering: Position lock closed – block ball valve closed Position lock open – block ball valve open V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Safety instructions 2.6.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions The following illustrations show the arrangement of warnings and instructions on the machine. Fig. 2-1 and Fig. 2-2 V-MIX Fix Plus with conveyor belt Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Safety instructions Fig. 2-3 and Fig. 2-4 V-MIX Fix Plus with discharge gate on the side V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Safety instructions Fig. 2-5 and Fig. 2-6 V-MIX Fix Plus with discharge gate at the rear Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Safety instructions Fig. 2-7 and Fig. 2-8 V-MIX Fix Plus with cross conveyor at the rear V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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result in the loss of any and all claims for damages. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Technical data Technical data V-MIX Fix Plus 6.5-1S to 15-1S Type Unit 6.5-1S 8N-1S 8-1S 9-1S Capacity m³ Overall length - mixing hopper 2890 3090 2950 3200 Overall width - mixing hopper 2050 2270 2030 2270 Overall width with one side door...
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Technical data V-MIX Fix Plus 13-2S to 25-2S Type Unit 13-2S 15-2S 15N-2S 17-2S 17N-2S Capacity m³ 14.8 15.4 16.6 17.1 Overall length - mixing hopper 4860 4975 5300 5060 5380 Overall width - mixing hopper 2050 2050 2270 2050...
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Year of manufacture Fig. 3-2 Hydraulic unit Manufacturer Laimer Hydraulik Laimer Hydraulik Driving power 1.5 kW 5.5 kW System pressure 150 bar 150 bar Volume flow 5.2 l/min 16 l/min V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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The sound pressure level generated by the machine is less than 70 dB(A). This measurement was taken in an assembly hall without nearby equipment at a distance of approx. 5 m. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Overview of the V-MIX Fix Plus The stationary mixer V-MIX Fix Plus is designed exclusively for collecting, reducing, homogeneously mix- ing and discharging any type of silage as well as feeding stuff that is commonly used in animal husband- ry.
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Design and function V-MIX Fix Plus – Overview of assemblies Fig. 4-3 Overview of assemblies (example V-MIX Fix Plus 1S) Mixing hopper Discharge area Counter blades (2x) Ladder Mixing and dispenser unit Hydraulic unit (optional) Weighing system (optional) Inspection window...
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Fig. 4-4 Ladder and inspection window The V-MIX Fix Plus is equipped with an inspection win- dow (1) and a ladder (2). The inspection window (1) al- lows the operator to look into the mixing hopper and monitor the mixing process.
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Vario ring (2), (special equipment). The Vario ring (2) is recommended for processing long- fiber round or square bales as it keeps silage bales from becoming stuck. Fig. 4-6 Fig. 4-7 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Design and function Mixing and dispenser unit The mixing and dispenser unit on the V-MIX Fix Plus 1S comprises: a mixing auger (1), a gear unit (2), a gear motor (3). The gear motor (3) drives the gear unit (2). The rotation- al movement of the mixing auger (1) is, in turn, initiated by the gear unit (2).
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Extends the service life of the mixing auger under extensive stress. Perfect for retrofitting mixing augers that show a medium degree of wear. Fig. 4-12 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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(4). The switching strip (3) has six slotted holes which can be used to affix and continuously adjust the sensor (4). Fig. 4-15 V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Design and function Conveyor belt (optional) Special equipment: The V-MIX Fix Plus is available with an optional convey- or belt (1). The conveyor belt (1) makes it possible to discharge fodder into elevated and hard-to-reach feed troughs. Fig. 4-16 Conveyor belt (sample photo)
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(2) and fixed in place at one of the three possible positions by inserting the bolt (3) into the corresponding hole. Fig. 4-19 Hydraulic counter blades (5) are swung in or out hydrau- lically. Fig. 4-20 V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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USB stick and PC interface. Also observe the supplied operating manual of the weighing equipment. Fig. 4-21 Machines equipped with the cleaning mode are only available with the weighing system PTM HL50E Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Electrohydraulic control block (3) 4.12.1 Electrohydraulic control block Open dosing gate Close dosing gate (3, 4) Optional for controlling an additional dosing gate or conveyor belt. Bypass valve Fig. 4-23 V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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The hydraulic hand pump (1) is used to perform hydrau- lic functions such as opening and closing the dosing gate. Also observe the supplied operating manual of the hand pump. Fig. 4-24 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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4.14 Control switch cabinet The V-MIX Fix Plus comes with a control switch cabinet that is set up next to the mixer, offering the op- erator a simple and convenient way to view and control the mixer. Found on the front panel are the main switch (2), the emergency stop button (5) and all operating ele- ments and controls (4) essential to operating the machine.
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“OFF” position. Fig. 4-26 4.14.2 Emergency stop button EMERGENCY STOP A press on the emergency stop button at the switch cab- inet stops all movements at the machine. Fig. 4-27 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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To execute this function, you must press and hold the button. Push button Open the dosing gate. To execute this function, you must press and hold the button. Push button Reset Reset alarm. Selector switch Preselect mixing process. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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The display and its screens are organized as follows. Fig. 4-29: Main screen Pos. Name Function Configuration Switch to the Configuration screen. Only for BvL service staff. The input is password-protected. Settings Switch to the Settings screen. Only for BvL service staff. The input is password-protected. Alarm Switch to the Faults/errors screen.
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Fig. 4-30: Alarm screen Pos. Name Function Overview of error messages Display error messages. Every message is stored including the date and the time. Back Return to the main screen. Reset Reset error messages. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Fig. 4-31 (Optional) The discharge openings are protected by tightly fitted, pivoting cover aprons (2) which prevent anyone from reaching into the hopper during operation. Fig. 4-32 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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(1). A press on the emergency stop but- ton (1) stops all movements at the machine. Fig. 4-35 The emergency stop button is not intended to stop the machine during normal operation. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Observe these chapters for your own safety. Scope of delivery as supplied Included in the scope of delivery is a variant of the V-MIX Fix Plus mixer including drive shaft, gear motor and hydraulic unit (optional). Stationary mixer V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Stay out from under the lifting zone below the raised machine at all times. There are attachment points on the machine that are labeled with the pictogram and can be used to attach lifting gear. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Transport, setup, and initial commissioning Machine setup The V-MIX Fix Plus is essentially supplied ready-for-operation. Simply place the ma- chine on the designated pre-constructed substructure and secure it. The ground bearing capacity at the installation location must be sufficient to accom- modate the machine weight (for weight specifications, refer to chapter "Technical da-...
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2.1 Re-tighten the clamping screws (2) firmly. Drill holes through the base plates (3) into the foun- dation. Fasten the machine in place with suitable fasteners, e.g. heavy-duty anchors. Fig. 5-2 Fig. 5-3 V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Check the oil level in the hydraulic oil tank. For this purpose, refer to chapter "Cleaning, mainte- nance and repairs", starting on page "67". Check all functions of the machine before filling container for the first time. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Press the “Alarm Reset” push button (see chapter “Operating elements and controls“, page 49) or the “Reset” button on the “Alarm” operating screen (see chapter “Display”, page 50). The machine can be started again. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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To end the mixing process, allow the preset time to elapse or set the “1” selector switch at the con- trol switch cabinet to the “Off” position (see chapter “Operating elements and controls”, page 49). The mixing process has ended. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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To avoid high starting torque levels, we recommend that you fill the mixing hopper with the mixing auger under power (see chapter “Starting and ending the mixing process”, page 60). V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Add feed components with a high water content, e. g. brewer's grains, potato pulp or sugar beet pulp. Add liquid components such as liquid yeast or molasses through the filling funnel used for mineral feed (special equipment). Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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- if present - must be opened manually. When operating in “Deliver” mode, conveyor belt 1 will start on its own after dosing gate 1 has opened. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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“1” selector switch at the control switch cabinet to the “Off” position (see chapter “Operating elements and controls“, page 49). The machine including all of its functions switches off. The discharge process has ended. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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49) to close the dosing gate (3). Automatic opening will stop at the open- ing width at which the sensor (1) has been in- stalled. Resume discharging the fodder. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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To end the cleaning process, set the “1” selector switch at the control switch cabinet to the “Off” po- sition (see chapter “Operating elements and controls”, page 49). Cleaning mode has ended. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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The following is prohibited as a general rule: drilling on the frame. drilling out holes already existing on the frame. welding on load-bearing parts. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Remove all dirt from the lubrication nipples. Use environmentally safe and biodegradable oils and greases if lubricants might en- ter feedstuffs or the soil. Contact your authorized farm equipment dealer for more in- formation. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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100 h Drive shaft guard tube Lubricating 100 h Further information on how to lubricate the drive shaft can be found in the documents pro- vided by the drive shaft manufacturer. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Inspect and resharpen or replace as necessary. monthly Container wall and base plate General visual inspection and check of wall thickness quarterly (base plate, at least 10 mm; container wall, at least 4 mm). Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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every 1000 operating hours thereafter, at least once per year (whichever interval comes first). Change the gear oil for the reduction gearbox BvL 108960: for the first time after 50 operating hours, every 600 operating hours thereafter, ...
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15. Close the lid (4) on the oil tank. 16. Check the oil level after 5 hours of operation. The oil level must lie between the two marks (5), refill if necessary. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Unscrew the venting screw (1) on the gear unit. Fill in 1.6 liters of gear oil via the venting screw (1). Screw in the venting screw (1) and firmly tighten it (use a suitable sealant). V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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15. Close the lid (4) on the oil tank. 16. Check the oil level after 5 hours of operation. The oil level must lie between the two marks (5), refill if necessary. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 7.4.4 Reduction gearbox BvL 108960 (special equipment) An oil change requires approx. 9 liters of type SAE 80W- 85 (API GL5, VG 150). Only perform an oil change when the oil has reached its operating temperature. The oper- ating temperature is approx.
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Cover the sharp-edged cutting blades before you move around inside the mixing hopper. Remove all feed remains and moisture before you move around inside the mixing hopper. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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(2) when all necessary work on the mixing Fig. 7-8 hopper is complete: 7.1 Swing the cover apron (4) back. 7.2 Screw the cover apron (4) to the mixing hop- per. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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8.2 Slightly raise the cover apron (4) to slide the flat iron of the cover apron into the bracket (5) (not shown). 8.3 Screw the cover apron (4) to the mixing hop- per. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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The mixing augers need to be installed in the following position and, naturally, be interlinked accordingly in the drive train via the drive shafts. Fig. 7-11 V-MIX Fix Plus 2S V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Wear protective goggles and protective gloves. Remove all foreign objects (tools, etc.) from the mixing hopper. After the work is completed, exit the mixing hopper via the discharge opening. Fig. 7-12 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Remove all foreign objects (tools, etc.) from the mixing hopper. After the work is completed, exit the mixing hopper via the discharge opening. Fig. 7-14 (sample image current screws) V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Dispose of the used oil as stipulated by law. If you experience problems with disposal, contact your oil supplier. Store hydraulic oil in a place inaccessible to children. Make sure that no hydraulic oil can seep into the soil or water. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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3.1 Use the dipstick to measure the oil level. Make sure the hydraulic oil level is between the min. and the max. mark. Carefully screw the lid (1) onto the hydraulic oil tank. Fig. 7-16 V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Example (Fig. 7-17): The date of manufacture of the hydraulic hose line is specified on the fitting, e.g. (07/10 = year/month = October 2007). The period of use will, thus, end in October of 2013. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Fasten the hydraulic hose lines at the designated attachment points. Avoid any addi- tional hose brackets which impair the natural movement and length adjustment of the hydraulic hose lines. It is prohibited to refinish hydraulic hose lines. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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The alignment of the conveyor belt is not straight unless the clearance is identical on both sides of the conveyor belt. Fig. 7-19 Re-tighten both lock nuts (1) firmly. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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The plug connector is dirty Clean and dry the plug (do not use contact spray). Electrical control system Error in the electrical control system Observe the operating manuals provided by the suppliers. Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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Gear unit ECS 1512 Brevini Gear unit EM 1065 Comer industries Gear unit PGA 1602 Circuit diagrams You will find the circuit diagrams of the machine at the control switch cabinet. V-MIX Fix Plus Translation of the Original Operating Manual...
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Explanation............21 Hydraulic hand pump..........46 Work to be performed at a workshop....... 12 Hydraulic unit............45 Workplace..............14 Information on safety and accident prevention..16 Translation of the Original Operating Manual V-MIX Fix Plus...
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