PFT RITMO L Eco Operating Manual

PFT RITMO L Eco Operating Manual

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12 April 2019 13:43:00
Operating manual
Mixing pump RITMO L Eco
Overview - Operation
Article number of the operating manual: 00 62 15 20
Article number of the parts list-machine RITMO L Eco 328 rpm: 00 65 93 41
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  • Page 1 Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Article number of the operating manual: 00 62 15 20 Article number of the parts list-machine RITMO L Eco 328 rpm: 00 65 93 41 Read the operating manual prior to starting any work!
  • Page 2 © Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG P.O. Box no. 60 97343 Iphofen Einersheimer Straße 53 97346 Iphofen Germany Phone +49 9323 31-760 Fax +49 9323 31-770 Technical hotline +49 9323 31-1818 info@pft.net www.pft.net 12 April 2019 13:43:00...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    15.2 Potentiometer ........18 4.1 General information ....... 10 16 Accessories ........19 4.2 Electrical data of RITMO L Eco ..... 10 4.3 Output values of RITMO L Eco ....10 17 Intended use control panel .... 20 4.4 Operating conditions ......11 17.1 Intended use control panel ....
  • Page 4 Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Table of Contents 23 Material: ........... 26 33 Feeding dry material to the machine .......... 37 23.1 Flowability / Flow characteristic RITMO L Eco ........26 34 Monitoring the machine ....37 24 Mortar pressure gauge ....
  • Page 5 Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Table of Contents 43.3 Faults ........... 46 48 Switching off RITMO L Eco .... 58 43.4 Faults ........... 47 49 Changing the pump / Cleaning the 43.5 Safety ........... 47 pump ..........59 43.6 Table of faults ........
  • Page 6: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Person authorised to compile the relevant technical documentation: Dipl.-Wirtsch.-Ing. (FH) Michael Duelli, Einersheimer Straße 53, 97346 Iphofen. The technical documentation is available from: Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG, Technical Department, Einersheimer Straße 53, 97346 Iphofen. Iphofen, Dr. York Falkenberg...
  • Page 7: Inspection

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Inspection 2 Inspection 2.1 Inspection by machine operator  Prior to each shift, the machine operator has to examine the effectiveness of the control and safety devices as well as the proper fitting of the protection devices.
  • Page 8: General Information

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation General information 3 General information 3.1 Information regarding the operating manual  This operating manual gives important information on handling the device. A prerequisite for safe working is the observance of all stated safety guidelines and instructions.
  • Page 9: Spare Parts Lists

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation General information 3.4 Spare parts lists Spare parts lists for the machine can be found on the Internet at www.pft.net. Access to dealers with username and password. 1 Homepage 2 Business Login...
  • Page 10: Technical Data

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Technical data 4 Technical data 4.1 General information Detail Value Unit Weight of RITMO L Eco 103 kg Length with pump 920 mm Width 600 mm Overall height 1420 mm Individual weights...
  • Page 11: Operating Conditions

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation EMC test 4.4 Operating conditions Environment Detail Value Unit Temperature range 2-45 °C Relative humidity, max. 80 % Duration Detail Value Unit Max. operating time at a stretch 8 hours 4.5 Connection values of water...
  • Page 12: Dimension Sheet

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Dimension sheet 8 Dimension sheet Fig. 2: Dimension sheet 9 Name plate The following details can be found on the name plate: Manufacturer Type Year of manufacture Machine number Permissible operating pressure Fig.
  • Page 13: Structure Of Ritmo L Eco

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Structure of RITMO L Eco 11 Structure of RITMO L Eco 11.1 Overview of RITMO L Eco Fig. 5: Overview of RITMO L Eco 1 Motor protection handle 9 Water inlet, water connection from water supply...
  • Page 14: View From Rear Ritmo L Eco

    Fig. 6: View from rear 12 Assembly units of RITMO 12.1 Mixing tube with material hopper The mixing pump PFT RTIMO L Eco consists of the following main components: Material hopper with pump and gear motor. The gear motor with tilt flange can be removed from the mixing tube for transport purposes.
  • Page 15: Gear Motor With Tilt Flange

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Assembly units of RITMO 12.2 Gear motor with tilt flange Gear motor with protection grille and tilt flange. Fig.8: Gear motor with protection grille 12.3 Chassis Chassis. Fig. 9: Chassis 12 April 2019 13:43:00...
  • Page 16: Description Of Assemblies

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Description of assemblies 13 Description of assemblies 13.1 Overview of frequency converter and on/off switch 1. Connection cable to pump motor. 2. Emergency-stop button. 3. Connection for air compressor 230 V. 4. Connection for main current 230 V, 1Phase, 16 A.
  • Page 17: Overview Of Ritmo L Eco Water Manifold

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Connections of RITMO L Eco 13.3 Overview of RITMO L Eco water manifold 1. Water to mixing tube. 2. Fastening angle for water flow meter. 3. Water flow meter. 4. Floater (water level indicator) 5.
  • Page 18: Connections Of Water And Air

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Operating modes 14.2 Connections of water and air 1. Connection of air to spray gun (1). 2. Connection of water supply from mains (2). Fig. 14: Connection of water and air 14.3 Mortar hose connection 1.
  • Page 19: Accessories

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Accessories 16 Accessories Water/air hose ½” 11 m art.no. 20211000 Fig. 18 RONDO 25 mm 10 m hydraulic art.no. 00021100 Fig. 19 Cleaner coupling 25 male part LW24 with Geka art. no. 20199500 Fig.
  • Page 20: Intended Use Control Panel

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Intended use control panel 17 Intended use control panel 17.1 Intended use control panel The tool is conceptualised and designed exclusively for the purpose of use specified here. Scope of application: Primary use for water and neutral, non-adhesive liquids.
  • Page 21: Intended Use Air Compressor

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Intended use air compressor WARNING! Danger due to improper use! Any case of use beyond the specified purpose of use and/or any other sort of use of the tool can lead to dangerous situations.
  • Page 22: Safety Systems Air Compressor

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Intended use air compressor 18.2 Safety systems air compressor WARNING! Danger to life due to non-functioning safety equipment! Safety equipment ensures highest level of safety in operation. Even if work processes become a little more complicated due to safety equipment, they must never be decommissioned.
  • Page 23: Description Pft Booster Pump (Accessory)

    19 Description PFT booster pump (accessory) 19.1 Scope of application booster pump The PFT booster pump is mainly used as booster pump for interposing at the mortar mixer and mortar mixing pumps with insufficient water pressure. Moreover it can be used as suction pump to suck liquids from containers, to empty smaller pools and ponds, for cellar drainage and irrigation.
  • Page 24: Preparation Booster Pump (Accessory)

    21 Initial start-up, fill pump Fill the PFT booster pump with water prior to initial start-up to let the air escape from the pump housing. Fill in water via water filling plug (1) or water inlet (2).
  • Page 25: Brief Description Of Ritmo L Eco

    The pump must not run dry to avoid any damage. 22 Brief description of RITMO L Eco The compact mixing pump RITMO L Eco with 230 V AC drive, specially developed for pumping, spraying and applying of dry mortar, pasty materials for machine use and much more up to 2 mm grain size.
  • Page 26: Material

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Material: 23 Material: 23.1 Flowability / Flow characteristic RITMO L Eco NOTE!  The pump B4-2 L can be used up to 20 bar operating pressure.  The possible conveying distance depends mainly on the flowability of the material.
  • Page 27: Transport, Packing And Storage

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Transport, packing and storage 26 Transport, packing and storage 26.1 Safety instructions for transport Improper transport ATTENTION! Damage from improper transport! Improper transport may cause substantial property damage. Therefore:  When unloading the packages on delivery as...
  • Page 28: Tighten The Nuts Before Transport

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Transport, packing and storage 26.2 Tighten the nuts before transport ATTENTION! Generally ensure that the nut (1) for the protection grille is tightened when moving the machine. Fig. 27: Tighten the nuts 26.3 Transport inspection...
  • Page 29: Transport With Passenger Car

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Packaging 26.5 Transport with passenger car DANGER! Danger of injury by unsecured loads! In case of road transport, all persons involved in the loading process are responsible for the proper securing of the load. The responsible driver is in charge of the operational loading.
  • Page 30: Operation

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Operation Handling packaging materials ATTENTION! Environmental damage due to wrong disposal! Packaging materials are valuable raw materials and in many cases they can be reused or reconditioned and recycled. Therefore:  Dispose of packaging materials in an environmentally-friendly way.
  • Page 31: Preparing The Machine

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Preparing the machine NOTE! Further protective equipment that is to be worn during particular jobs will be pointed out separately in the warning instructions of this chapter. 29 Preparing the machine Prior to operating the machine carry out the following steps for...
  • Page 32: Connecting The Power Supply 230 V

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Preparing the machine 29.2 Connecting the power supply 230 V 1. Connect the machine (1) only to the instructed power distributor. DANGER! Danger to life from electric current! The connection line has to be fused...
  • Page 33: Connection Of Water From Water Tank

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Switching on RITMO L Eco 4. Check if water inlet screen in the water inlet (3) is clean. 5. Clean and vent the water hose (4) of the water supply network. 6. Connect the water hose (4) to the water inlet (3).
  • Page 34: Connect Water Draining Cocks

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Switching on RITMO L Eco 30.2 Connect water draining cocks 1. Close the water draining cocks (1) at the water manifold. 2. Open water cock of water supply network. Fig. 41: Water draining cocks 30.3 Switching on RITMO L Eco...
  • Page 35: Switching Off Ritmo L Eco

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Switching on RITMO L Eco 30.5 Switching off RITMO L Eco 1. Switch off the machine at selector switch (4) (middle position). Fig. 44: Switching off 2. Connect the water hose (2) to the water inlet (3) of the mixing tube.
  • Page 36: Open The Protection Grille

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Mortar pressure gauge 30.8 Open the protection grille 1. Loosen nuts (1) of the protection grille. 2. Tilt the protection grille with motor (2) backwards. Fig. 48: Open the protection grille 30.9 Close the protection grille with motor NOTE! The material container must be dry inside.
  • Page 37: Hazardous Dusts

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Hazardous dusts 32 Hazardous dusts Warning! Health hazard caused by dust! In the long term, inhaled dust can lead to lung damage or have other adverse health effects. NOTE! The machine operator or the person working in the Fig.
  • Page 38: Putting The Machine Into Operation

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Putting the machine into operation 35 Putting the machine into operation 35.1 Check consistency of mortar 1. Connect consistency checking tube at the mortar pressure gauge. 2. Place a bucket or pan under the consistency checking tube.
  • Page 39: Connect Mortar Hose

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Compressed air supply DANGER! Never loosen the hose couplings as long as there is pressure on the mortar hoses (check mortar pressure gauge)! The mix could burst out under pressure and result in serious injuries, especially injuries to the eyes.
  • Page 40: Detach The Spraying Gun

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Apply mortar 37.2 Detach the spraying gun 1. Connect the compressed air hose (1) at the spraying gun (2). 2. Ensure that the air tap (3) is connected to the spraying gun.
  • Page 41: Open The Air Tap At The Spraying Gun

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Apply mortar NOTE! The possible conveying distance depends mainly on the flowability of the mortar. Heavy, sharp- edged mortar has poor flow characteristics. Runny materials have good flow characteristics. If 20 bar operating pressure are exceeded the hose length must be reduced.
  • Page 42: In Case Of Longer Interruption Of Work/Break

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Process pasty material 1. Close the air tap (1) if you interrupt your work for a short while. 2. The machine stops. 3. Once you open the air tap (1), the machine will start-up again.
  • Page 43: Process Pasty Material

    8. Adjust the potentiometer (6) for motor speed / material quantity as required. Fig. 69: Pasty material 40 Stopping in case of an emergency RITMO L Eco 40.1 Stop function Stopping in case of an emergency In dangerous situations machine movements have to be stopped as quickly as possible, and the power supply has to be disconnected.
  • Page 44: Measures To Be Taken In Case Of Water Outage

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Measures to be taken in case of water outage 7. If the severity of the emergency permits inform the competent After the rescue operations authorities. 8. Assign specialised personnel with the troubleshooting.
  • Page 45: Relieve Mortar Pressure

    5. Turn the potentiometer (3) for the motor speed / material quantity to the desired position (re-adjust if necessary). 6. Turn the selector switch (1) clockwise. 7. The RITMO L Eco starts again as soon as the air tap at the spraying gun is re-opened. Fig. 73: Under-voltage release...
  • Page 46: Work On Troubleshooting

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Work on troubleshooting 43 Work on troubleshooting 43.1 Reaction in the event of faults The following strictly applies: 1. In the event of faults presenting immediate danger to persons or property, activate the emergency OFF function immediately.
  • Page 47: Faults

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Work on troubleshooting Notification Possible cause and remedy I.t-trP Motor overload The thermal protection has triggered because the device has been operated beyond the motor rated current for a certain time. ...
  • Page 48: Table Of Faults

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Work on troubleshooting Personnel  The work for rectification of faults described here can be carried out by the operator, unless marked otherwise.  Some works must be carried out only by specially trained skilled personnel or exclusively by the manufacturer.
  • Page 49: Table Of Faults

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Work on troubleshooting 43.7 Table of faults Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Rectification by Pump motor defective Exchange pump motor Service engineer Pump motor does not start Connection cable defective Change connection cable...
  • Page 50: Solenoid Valve Does Not Open

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Solenoid valve does not open Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Rectification by Too little water Increase the water quantity by 10% for Operator Mortar flow approx. ½ minute and then turn down ‘thick-thin’...
  • Page 51: Check Fuse In Frequency Converter

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Transport is at a standstill / Blockage 44.2 Check fuse in frequency converter DANGER! Danger to life from electric current! After disconnecting voltage supply, components in the power section of the frequency...
  • Page 52: Earlier Damage To The Mortar Hose

    5. Connect the water hose (1) to the mixing tube. 6. Turn the selector switch (2) clockwise to position "FWD". 7. The RITMO L Eco starts again as soon as the air tap at the spraying gun is re-opened. 12 April 2019 13:43:00...
  • Page 53: Blockage Cannot Be Cleared

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Removal of clogging in hoses 46.2 Blockage cannot be cleared DANGER! Overpressure on the machine! When opening machine parts they can open in an uncontrolled manner and injure the operator.  Open the mortar hoses only when the pressure at the mortar pressure gauge (1) has dropped to "0...
  • Page 54: Switch Machine Back On After Blockage Has Been Cleared

    8. Insert the connector of air compressor into the blue socket. 9. The RITMO L Eco starts again as soon as the air tap at the spraying gun is re-opened. 47 End of work / Cleaning 47.1 Disconnecting energy supplies...
  • Page 55: Check The Mortar Pressure

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation End of work / Cleaning 47.2 Check the mortar pressure Switching off the machine: 1. Turn the selector switch (1) to “0” position (middle position). 2. Open the air tap at the spraying gun.
  • Page 56: Clean Mortar Hose

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation End of work / Cleaning 47.4 Clean mortar hose 1. Connect the cleaner coupling (1) to the tap (2). 2. Press the water saturated sponge ball (3) into the mortar hose (4).
  • Page 57: Cleaning The Mixing Tube

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation End of work / Cleaning 47.6 Cleaning the mixing tube NOTE! There must be no material inside the material hopper and the mixing tube. 1. Loosen nuts (1) of the protection grille.
  • Page 58: Cleaning The Mixing Tube

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Switching off RITMO L Eco 47.9 Cleaning the mixing tube 1. Close the protection grille with motor (1). 2. Firmly tighten the nuts (2) at the protection grille. 3. Insert 10-pin connector (3).
  • Page 59: Changing The Pump / Cleaning The Pump

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Changing the pump / Cleaning the pump 49 Changing the pump / Cleaning the pump 49.1 Lay the machine on its back 1. Secure the machine against switching on by removing the connection cable.
  • Page 60: Measures In Case Of Risk Of Frost

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Measures in case of risk of frost 50 Measures in case of risk of frost ATTENTION! Damage by frost! Water that expands inside the machine during frost can cause severe damage. Therefore: ...
  • Page 61: Remove Connection Cable

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Maintenance Basic information WARNING! Risk of injury due to improperly carried out maintenance work! Improper maintenance can lead to severe injuries or considerable property damage. Therefore:  Ensure order and safety at the assembly site!
  • Page 62: Environmental Protection

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Maintenance work 51.3 Environmental protection Observe the following notes on environmental protection when carrying out maintenance works:  Remove the discharged, exhausted or surplus grease at all greasing points that are lubricated manually and dispose of in accordance with the local applicable regulations.
  • Page 63: Water Inlet Filter

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Maintenance work 52.2 Water inlet filter 1. Unscrew the locking screw (1) of the pressure reducer valve. 2. Take out and clean the water inlet filter (2) (every two weeks). 3. Replace the water inlet filter in case of heavy contamination.
  • Page 64: Air Compressor Slider Check / Air Filter Cleaning

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Maintenance work 52.7 Air compressor slider check / air filter cleaning 1. Clean the pre-filter weekly. 2. Loosen the tension springs (1) and remove filter insert (2). 3. Blow compressed air through the pre-filter from inside to outside (see figure below).
  • Page 65: Actions After Completed Maintenance

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Maintenance work 4. Blow compressed air through the air filter housing to remove dirt particles. 5. Due to friction with the housing wall, the slider is subject to wear. 6. Check the slider width after 3000 operating hours or annually. It should be at least 12.5 mm.
  • Page 66: Disassembly

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Disassembly 53 Disassembly After the useful service life has expired, the device has to be dismantled and disposed of in an environmental-friendly manner. 53.1 Safety Personnel  Disassembly must be carried out by specially trained technical personnel only.
  • Page 67: Disassembly

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Disposal 53.2 Disassembly Clean the device for phasing out and disassemble under observance of applicable health and safety rules as well as environmental regulations. Prior to starting the disassembly:  Switch off device and secure against restarting.
  • Page 68 Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation 12 April 2019 13:43:00...
  • Page 69: Index

    Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation Index 55 Index Connections of RITMO L Eco ......17 Accessories ............19 Connections of water and air ......18 Action in case of power failure......44 Actions after completed maintenance ....65 Description of assemblies ........16 Activating RITMO L Eco ........
  • Page 70 Intended purpose control panel ......20 Overview of RITMO L Eco ......... 13 Intended purpose flow meter ......20 Overview of RITMO L Eco water manifold ..17 Intended purpose solenoid valve ....... 20 Intended use ............23 Packaging ............27 Intended use air compressor ......
  • Page 71 TRANSPORT WITH PASSENGER CAR ...29 Spare parts lists ............ 9 Turn the main switch to position ......44 Stop function ............43 Stopping RITMO L Eco in case of an emergency Vibrations ............11 ................ 43 View from rear RITMO L Eco ......14 Storage ...............
  • Page 72 Mixing pump RITMO L Eco Overview - Operation The FLOW OF PRODUCTIVITY Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG P.O. Box no. 60 97343 Iphofen Einersheimer Straße 53 97346 Iphofen Germany Phone +49 9323 31-760 Fax +49 9323 31-770 Technical hotline +49 9323 31-1818 info@pft.net...

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