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Stephan VCM 44 Manual

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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Technical data ...................... 8 Machine Data ......................... 9 Energy consumption......................9 Electric..........................9 Dimensional drawing VCM 44 ..................9 Area of application and intended usage ............... 10 Summary ........................10 Set-up and starting .................... 11 Rotational direction check ..................... 11 Function testing and test run ..................
  • Page 4 Bowl, standard....................... 32 11.3 Lid, standard........................34 11.4 Working inserts......................35 11.5 Motor type 132, 2 speed....................37 11.6 Electrical equipment VCM 44..................38 Serviceadressen / Service adresses / Adresse du SAV......... 39 Index ........................40 31.10.2002 \\Docuserver\ba\UM\Aktueller_Auftrag_UM044_60\UM_A+S44_60_englIVZ.fm Machine-No.see cover...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions 1. Safety instructions STEPHAN machines are constructed for effective and safe use in the food and processing in- dustry. Conditions for the successful and safe operation of these machines are that: · The machine is installed and commissioned only by appropriately trained personnel.

  • Page 6: General Working Safety

    - The machine's safety can be reduced by: * reconfiguration or alteration of the machine * use of accessories other than those provided by STEPHAN- use of non-original re- placement and wearing parts Operation Operators must be thoroughly trained in handling the machine and its processes.

  • Page 7: Maintenance And Repairs

    · improper operation and maintenance of the machine and its peripheral equipment, · technical and functional modifications carried out without consulting STEPHAN, · use of parts other than original STEPHAN parts and accessories, · disconnecting, dismounting or otherwise making safety devices inoperative.
  • Page 8 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS STEPHAN require the following information to process replacement parts orders: · machine type from the cover of the operating instructions · machine number from the machine type plate[e.g. K 720.000] ·...

  • Page 9: Preface

    In particular, the general safety precautions on the colored pages at the front should be ob- served. The complete documentation should always be kept at the place of installation of the VCM 44. Only with full knowledge of the operating manual can mistakes of the multipurpose machine be prevented and a trouble-free operation guaranteed.

  • Page 10: Technical Data

    VCM 44 Technical data 3. Technical data Machine-type VCM 44 Customer Comm.-no. Machine-No.see cover Wiring-diagram-no. See sticker in the cabinet Year of construction 2002 31.10.2002 \\Docuserver\ba\UM\Aktueller_Auftrag_UM044_60\Starte.fm...

  • Page 11: Machine Data

    Main motor type 132 S-4/2 n at 60 Hz = 1800/3600 5.5/7.5 Electric Supply voltage / frequency V / Hz 220/ 60 Control voltage 110 DC Fuse protection at 220 V (slow-blow) Dimensional drawing VCM 44 1120 1395 31.10.2002 \\Docuserver\ba\UM\Aktueller_Auftrag_UM044_60\Starte.fm...

  • Page 12: Area Of Application And Intended Usage

    The user only will bear the risk. Summary The VCM 44 is a multipurpose machine for the manufacture of food products. It combines high performance with attractive design in the most compact form. It conforms to the most modern hygiene regulations.

  • Page 13: Set-Up And Starting

    The direction of rotation check has already been carried out during test running before the de- livery of the VCM 44. Should, on new installation, a drive have a direction of rotation different to that given in the table below, the polarity of the phase supply must be reversed.
  • Page 14 Three quarters fill the bowl with warm water (ca. 50°C The VCM 44 requires headroom for perfect product / 122°F). processing, i.e., the bowl must not be filled beyond 3/4 capacity.

  • Page 15: Operating The Machine

    Remounting is done vice-versa. Loading the machine. The VCM 44 requires headroom for perfect product processing, i.e., the bowl must not be filled beyond 3/4 capacity. What should happen What to do...
  • Page 16 VCM 44 Operating the machine 1. 8-digit LED-display 2. LED annunciator steady on when programmed contacts are energized 3. LED annunciator flashes when timing, steady on when timed out. 4. Position key 5. Marking surface 6. Up- and down key to set the terms.

  • Page 17: Mechanical Product Treatment

    VCM 44 Operating the machine 5.3.2 Keypad Lock The timer has a keypad lock function accessible on the front panel. To actuate the lock, make sure that the display shows the actual value, then press and hold the ent key for 5 seconds.

  • Page 18: Daily Cleaning And Maintenance

    (See ” Cleaning and disinfection” on page 26.) After production has been ended, cleaning the VCM 44 should should restore it to a germ-free condition ready for use. The frequency and intensity of cleaning and disinfection required de- pend fundamentally on the degree of contamination arising from the production process.

  • Page 19: Maintenance Work For 8 Hour Operation Maintenance Work

    VCM 44 Daily cleaning and maintenance Maintenance work for 8 hour operation Maintenance work When? Where? What to check..and what to do. Page Daily Shaft seals of the bowl/motor Sight control of leakage once daily and after every cleaning...

  • Page 20: Machine Description

    VCM 44 Machine description 7. Machine description All parts of the VCM 44 which come into contact with food products are of non-rust stainless steel or other physiologically harmless material. Motors 7.1.1 Main Motor The main motor is a high-performance motor with a F/H insulation.
  • Page 21 VCM 44 Machine description 7.2.1 Cutting insert The cutting insert consists of: Pos. No. Description 1 the knife shaft 2 a pressure ring 3 the slant ring set 1-2 3 4 two knives 5 the wing nut The order-no. of the above stated parts you will find in the spare parts list.
  • Page 22 Machine description 7.2.2 Stirring and Kneading insert Using the stirring and kneading insert permits processing according the STEPHAN-Intensive-Kneading -Principle. This principle permits achieving a higher mixture yield. The mixture or dough can be processed further immediately without resting times (floor time).

  • Page 23: Bowl

    VCM 44 Machine description Bowl The bowl is the working space of the machine. The lid is secured to the bowl by 1 locking lever for safety. The seal between bowl and lid is by means of a specially designed silicon-rubber ring.

  • Page 24: Fault Repair

    VCM 44 Fault repair 8. Fault repair All repair work is only to be carried out by the appropriately trained specialists, who should observe both the general and specific accident prevention regulations. This particularly applies to all electrical work referred to in the following fault repair tables.

  • Page 25: Faults In The Electronic Equipment

    Nominal duty type is exceeded. Restrict operation to the prescribed con- If for example the motor overheats because ditions of operation. Consult Stephan of too frequent switching, it is not sufficient to servicing personnel to determine the ap- use a larger motor, since the same condi- propriate drive.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    VCM 44 A Maintenance 9. Maintenance Sharpening the blades Only sharpened blades should be installed. Blunt blades must be sharpened on special blade grinding machines. Blades should be wet-ground to prevent oxidation or drawing temper. Burrs should be removed wet with a whetstone.
  • Page 27 VCM 44 A Maintenance Exchange the bowl seal • Remove insert • Unscrew complete sealing flange with the special wrench supplied with the machine. • Loosen both countersunk screws and pull shaft sleeve over main motor shaft. • It is recommended always to exchange sealing flange and shaft sleeve.

  • Page 28: Cleaning And Disinfection

    VCM 44 Cleaning and disinfection 10. Cleaning and disinfection The purpose of cleaning and disinfection is to break infection chains in the operation. • Cleaning deprives microorganisms of their breeding medium by removing dirt (including food remains). • Disinfection inactivates or reduces the number of microorganisms that cause rotting or poisoning of foodstuffs.

  • Page 29: Disinfection

    VCM 44 Cleaning and disinfection Acid cleaning solutions: are predominantly used for the removal of mineral deposits (calc or scale, milk scale, beer scale etc.) Acids such as hydrochloric acid, tartaric acid, citric acid transform non-water soluble salts into a soluble and rinsible state.
  • Page 30 VCM 44 Cleaning and disinfection Concentration The speed of germ killing can be fundamentally increased by the use of a higher concentration of the disinfectant. The use of higher concentrations is limited by problems of toxicity on use, the increased danger of affecting foodstuffs (see safety precautions below) as well as the in- creased corrosive effect on metals.

  • Page 31: Replacement And Spare Parts

    Replacement and spare parts 11. Replacement and spare parts The installation and use of non-Stephan parts may reduce the safety and functioning of the machine. We accept no liability for any resulting damage or injury. When taking orders for spares, we require the following information: 1.

  • Page 32: Stand For Us Execution

    Assembly group Stand for US execution 11.1 Stand for US execution Pos. No. Qty. Description Dimensions Part No. 1 support with rolls 3A2010-04 1 switch cabinet, for push buttons and timer Stainless Steel 3F0030-01 6 hex. nut M8 DIN 934 3S0200-05 6 spring washer B8 DIN 127...
  • Page 33 Assembly group Stand for US execution Pos. No. Qty. Description Dimensions Part No. 4 rubber foot 3M4057-03 2 pevolon wheel 3S4004-07 2 bolt f. wheel Ø12 x 60 3S0277-12 2 center-grooved dowel pin 3 x 25 3S0278-07 1 cap f.tool holding fixture 3M4072-02 1 rubber buffer 3M4065-02...

  • Page 34: Bowl, Standard

    Assembly group Bowl, standard 11.2 Bowl, standard...
  • Page 35 Replacement Parts VCM 44 BOWL UNIT ILLUS # STEPHAN PART DESC. Part No. Standard Bowl 2223 Cable tube 2247 Guide bush 2246 not illus. o-ring 2264 Bush 2246 Locking lever, complete for cover 2224 Bearing bush for lid bolt 2225...

  • Page 36: Lid, Standard

    Assembly group Lid, standard 11.3 Lid, standard Pos. No. Qty. Description Dimensions Part No. 1 Lid with sight glass stainless steel, electro-polished 3B6220-25 1 Lid seal 13,5 x 449,5 3I0100-01 1 Cover of sight glass, complete 3M4023-03 1 Lid seal for sight glass 3I0112-02 1 Crank handle, complete 3G0051-02...

  • Page 37: Working Inserts

    Assembly group Working inserts 11.4 Working inserts Pos. No. Qty. Description Dimensions Part No. 1 Knife shaft , complete, without knives ceramic-blasted 3D0150-02 1 Knife shaft , complete, without knives electropolished 3D0150-11 1 Pressure ring UM 44.05-10 217, 1.4571 V4A 3K0310-02 2 Pin 6 x 14,5 SKU 40.05-18...
  • Page 38 Assembly group Working inserts Pos. No. Qty. Description Dimensions Part No. 1 Open-end spanner SW 50 3H6002-02 1 Wrench SKU 25.02-32 3G6015-02 1 Dough scraper No. 2134 3H6000-01 1 Whet-stone 150 x 20 x 10 3H6018-01 1 Hook wrench, variable Typ 90/1 3H6010-02 1 Cap for stainless steel inserts...
  • Page 40 Assembly Group Motor Type FD 132 Pos. # Qty Description Dimensions Part # (Alt. #) Shaft sleeve 3K0502-01 (0265) Countersunk screw for sleeve M5x8, din 963 3S0092-01 (7023) Water spin-off disc w/screws 3K1101-05 (0264) Socket head cap screw M6x25, din 912 3S0062-04 (7022) Bearing Shield 3K4614-04 (2192)

  • Page 41: Electrical Equipment Vcm 44

    Assembly group Electrical equipment VCM 44 11.6 Electrical equipment VCM 44 Machines with foil keyboard Machines with push buttons Pos. No. Qty. Description Dimensions Part No. 1 Control lamp RLF-ws / BF 110 3Q0600-10 Spare lamp for Pos. 1 GL 130...

  • Page 42: Serviceadressen / Service Adresses / Adresse Du Sav

    The Netherlands Switzerland France Belgium Les Pays-Bas Suisse Stephan France S.A.R.L Belgique Stephan Nederland B.V. A. Stephan und Söhne GmbH ZAC du Madinet Stephan bvba Plesmanweg 15 & Co. Parc d’affaires SILIC Sluis 11 Postbus 441 Verkaufsrepräsentation Schweiz Rue de Campanules...

  • Page 43: Index

    VCM 44 Index Index Motor performance Changing seals 24 Cleaning Ordering spares procedure 16 solutions 26 Cleaning and disinfection Precleaning coagulated protein Control Rotational direction check Dimensional drawing Disinfection Safety features efficient time 27 Service adresses procedure 28 protein errors 28...

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