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Table of Contents 2019-12-11 Operating Instructions Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Article number of operating instructions: 00 23 51 99 Article number of parts list machine: 00 18 64 78 Please read the operating instructions before starting...
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 Managing director...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation General notes 2 General notes 2.1 Information about operating instructions This operating instructions document provides important instructions about handling the device. Compliance with all specified safety instructions and operational directions is a precondition for safe working.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Spare part lists 3 Spare part lists You can find spare part lists for the machine in the Internet under www.pft.net Accessories 2019-12-11...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Spare part lists 3.2 Technical data 3.3 General data Data Value Unit Weight 220 kg Length including pump 1300 mm Length without pump 1065 mm Width 700 mm Height 1510 mm Individual weights...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Spare part lists Electrical 400V Data Value Unit Voltage, AC 50 Hz 400 V Current intake, maximum 32 A: Power intake, maximum 7 kW Fuse Min. 3 x 25 A: Pump motor drive 5,5 kW Approx.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Spare part lists 3.9 Dimension sheet 1300 Fig. 3: Dimension sheet 3.10 Type plate The type plate contains the following information: Manufacturer Type Year of manufacture Machine number Permissible operating pressure Fig. 4: Type plate 3.11 Quality control sticker...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Installation and function 4 Installation and function 4.1 Overview Fig. 6: Overview of Ritmo XL 1 Tilt flange with motor protection clamp 8 Water inlet, water connection from water supply line 2 Geared motor...
3. Control cabinet Fig. 7 Rear side section view 5 Module description 5.1 Mixing tube with material container The mixing pump PFT RTIMO XL consists of the following main components: Mixing tube with material container, pump and geared motor. The geared motor with tilt flange can be removed from the mixed tube during transportation.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Connections 5.2 Undercarriage with compressor and control cabinet Undercarriage with control cabinet. Fig. 9: Undercarriage 6 Connections 6.1 Connections of water and air Water extraction (1). Connection of air to spraying device (2).
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Accessories Accessories 8.1 PFT - remixer for RITMO XL ROTOMIX D pumps complete with 35x coupling (Article No. 20 11 80 00) Remixer for better inclusion and mixing of the material. Direct drive through the pin of the rotor.
The material hose lengths must be shortened if the operating pressure exceeds 30 bar. To avoid machine faults, increased wear and tear of the pump motor, pump shaft and pump, please use original PFT spare parts only such as: PFT rotors PFT stators ...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Safety rules 12 Safety rules Caution! Please observe the regional safety rules for mortar pumping while performing all jobs! 13 Transport, packing and storage 13.1 Safety instructions for transport Improper transport CAUTION!
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Transport, packing and storage 13.2 Transport inspection Immediately after receipt, check to ensure that the delivery is complete and free of transport damages. Proceed as follows if there are externally identifiable transportation damages: ...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Transport, packing and storage 13.4 Transportation with crane Observe the following conditions: Crane and lifting devices must be designed to support the weight of the packages. The operator must be authorized to operate the crane.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Packaging Transportation of machine DANGER! already in operation Danger of injury through mortar discharge! Face and eyes can be damaged. Hence: – Ensure before opening the couplings that the hoses are depressurized (observe display on mortar pressure manometer).
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Operation 15 Operation 15.1 Safety The following protective equipment must be worn while Personal protection equipment performing all jobs: Work safety clothing Safety glasses Safety gloves Safety shoes Hearing protection NOTE: Other safety equipment that must be worn while performing certain jobs are indicated in the warning notes of this chapter.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Preparation 16 Preparation Perform the following preparatory work steps before operating the machine: DANGER! Rotating mixing coil! Danger of injury on reaching into the material container. – The grid cover (1) should not be removed during machine preparation and operation.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Preparation 16.2 Connection of water supply Unscrew the brass sieve cup (1) with release cock from pressure reducer. Check whether the dirt trapping sieve (2) in the pressure reducer is clean. Sieve for pressure reducer: Article No. 20156000 Screw on brass sieve cup (1) again.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Activation 17 Activation Set main reverse switch (1) to position "I". If the yellow control lamp (2) "Change direction of rotation" lights up, one must change the direction of rotation in the main reverse switch.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Mortar pressure manometer NOTE: specifications material manufacturer must be observed here, e.g., Knauf MP75 water requirement approx. 600l/h. Connect water hose (6) at water inlet (7) for the rubber mixing zone. Fig. 34: Water removal valve...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Mortar hoses 19.2 Machine "Flying start" Close the control circuit by inserting the dummy connector (1) in the control cabinet. Turn main switch (2) to position "I". Turn the selector switch of the pressure boosting pump (3) to the "Automatic"...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Spraying gun DANGER! Torn hoses can strike randomly and injure those in the vicinity! Never detach hose couplings, till the mortar hoses are depressurized (check mortar pressure manometer)! Mixture could be released under pressure and lead to serious injuries, especially of the eyes.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Feeding machine with factory dry material 22 Feeding machine with factory dry material Depending on the equipment, the machine can be fed with sacks, with transfer hood or injection hood. Feeding with sacked materials:...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Applying mortar 23 Applying mortar DANGER! Danger of injury through mortar discharge! Released mortar can cause injuries to the eyes and face. – Never look into the spraying gun. – Always wear safety glasses.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Applying mortar 23.2 Closing air cock Close the air cock (1) on the spraying gun, the machine is switched off through the pressure control. Fig. 47: Closing air cock Switch the machine off with the red pushbutton (2) Control voltage "OFF".
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Cleaning 24 Cleaning 24.1 Checking mortar pressure Locking to prevent reactivation DANGER! Danger to life from unauthorized reactivation! While working at the machine one is exposed to the danger that the power supply may be activated without authorization.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Cleaning 24.2 Cleaning mortar hose Connect the plastering nozzle (1) to the water extraction valve (2). Press the water drenched sponge ball (3) into the mortar hose (4). Connect the mortar hose (4) with spraying gun to the plastering nozzle (1).
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Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Cleaning 3. Remove and clean mixing coil (4). 4. Clean mixing zone with scraper. Fig. 53: Removing the mixing coil 5. Take out the mixing tube cleaner and cleaning shaft from the holding device.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Cleaning 9. Press green pushbutton (9) (Control voltage „ON“ and let it run for 5 – 10 sec. until the mixing tube is cleaned. 10. Switch the machine off with the red pushbutton (10) Control voltage "OFF".
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Measures against danger of frost 25 Measures against danger of frost CAUTION! Damage due to frost! Water that expands inside the machine during frosting can damage it seriously. – Perform the following steps if the machine is out of operation due to the danger of frost.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Measures against danger of frost 25.1 Blowing water fitting dry 1. Connect air flange with Geka coupling and EWO coupling to compressed air connection (1) and water connection (2). Fig. 65: Connecting air hose 2.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Shutting down during emergency 26 Shutting down during emergency In danger situations, machine movements must be stopped as quickly as possible and the power must be switched off. Shutting down during 1. Proceed as follows in case of danger: emergency 2.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Troubleshooting jobs 27 Troubleshooting jobs 27.1 Behavior during faults In principle, the following is valid: Behavior during faults 1. Perform the emergency-stop function immediately in case of faults that pose a direct danger to persons and material objects.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Troubleshooting jobs 27.4 Safety Personal The troubleshooting jobs described here cannot be performed by the operator, unless denoted otherwise. Some jobs may be performed only by specially trained technicians or exclusively by the manufacturer. This is indicated separately in the description of each individual fault.
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Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Troubleshooting jobs Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Rectified by material material pump Let the machine run in the reverse Service component direction, else dismantle pump mechanic and clean Magnet valve (hole Clean magnet valve...
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Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Troubleshooting jobs Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Rectified by Too little water Set water volume up by 10% for Operator Mortar flow approx 1/2 minute, and then turn "thick-thin" back slowly Water safety switch is not in...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation No delivery / plunger 28 No delivery / plunger Delivery hoses can get clogged for several reasons, i.e., the delivered medium remains stuck in the delivery hoses and cannot be pumped to the hose end.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Measures during power failure DANGER! Excess pressure on the machine! While opening the machine components, these can jump out uncontrollably and injure the operator. – Open the mortar hoses only when the pressure has fallen to "0 bar".
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Measures during water failure 2. Detach the nuts (1) on the tie rod first at the bottom on both sides, so that possible residual pressure can escape fully. 3. Detach coupling (2) on mortar hose and clean mortar hoses immediately.
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Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Maintenance Basic WARNING! Danger of injury from improperly performed maintenance jobs! Improper maintenance can lead to serious personal injuries and material damages. Hence: – Ensure sufficient installation space before starting work. – Pay attention to cleanliness and order at...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Maintenance 31.2 Cleaning The material container can be cleaned internally with a water hose after being emptied fully. CAUTION! Water can penetrate into sensitive machine components! – Before cleaning the machine, cover all...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Maintenance 31.4 Maintenance jobs 31.4.1 Air compressor LK 250 1. Unscrew filter cover. 2. Take out filter. 3. Blow or tap filter from inside to outside (1). 4. Replace filter if there are thick dirt deposits.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Maintenance 31.6 Pressure reducing valve Pressure reducing valve 1.9 bar at maximum through-flow. Needle valve (3) fully wired. : Pressure reducing valve Fig. 79 31.7 Checking pressure switch The pressure switches must be replaced if the frequency of faults increases.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Maintenance Air and water pressure switches Switch machine Switch machine Water 2.2 bar 1.9 bar 0.9 bar 1.2 bar Switch Switch compressor on compressor off Compressor 2.4 bar 3.2 bar Fig. 81: Pressure switch Safety valve of compressor ...
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Dismantling 32 Dismantling On reaching the end of its life span, the device must be dismantled and disposed in environment-friendly manner. 32.1 Safety Personal The device is to be dismantled only by specially trained technicians.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Dismantling 32.2 Dismantling For selection, clean the device and take it apart according to valid work safety environment protection specifications. Before start of dismantling: Switch off device and lock it against reactivation.
Mixing pump RITMO XL 400V Overview – Operation Checklist for annual expert testing (master copy) 33 Checklist for annual expert testing (master copy) The expert testing is to be performed once a year according to BGR 183. The machine and control cabinet get a test sticker as proof of this test.
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