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PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (item number of the operating instructions 00 09 93 39) (item number of the machine 00 09 90 64) MIXER PUMP PFT RITMO powercoat 110V WE KEEP THINGS FLOWING...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Contents Contents Please note ! Inspection confirmation / type plate Basic safety instructions Basic safety instructions Operating principle General view of the RITMO powercoat: View from behind General view of the RITMO powercoat: View from the front...
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The PFT RITMO powercoat mixing pump will be a trustworthy aid, if it is operated correctly and handled with care.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Please note ! WARNING! If additional parts that are not specified in these operating instructions are installed for special procedures, it is necessary to keep to the utilisation, safety and maintenance regulations.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Inspection confirmation / type plate Sticker above the control box. Confirmed according to EU directives. Serial number. Inspection date. Inspection / signature. Sticker above the control box. PFT type plate. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Basic safety instructions 1. The safety instructions and danger warnings on the machine must be observed and kept in a legible condition. 2. All procedures for switching the machine on and off and control indicators and signal lamps should be in compliance with the operating instructions.
23. The machine’s lubrication and maintenance schedule must be complied with, since otherwise the warranty will lose its validity. 24. Changes to the machine are not permitted. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG will not accept any liability for claims if changes are made.
If material with granulation is used, PFT assumes no guarantee for the pump system with agitator. Operating principle The PFT RITMO powercoat is designed for being filled with material from bags. The mixing shaft and the pump are driven by a gear motor.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 General view of the RITMO powercoat: View from behind 1. Gear motor, 1.5 KW 2. Gear motor power supply 3. Control box 4. Water manifold 5. Water manifold – needle valve 6.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 General view of the RITMO powercoat: View from the front Protection grille with bag opener Material hopper RITMO powercoat mixing shaft Water outlet valve Pump, A2 – 2.5 L ( rotor / stator ) Pressure gauge, 0 –...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Overview of the RITMO powercoat 110V control box, item number 00097590 Motor connection cable Inspection window for FU Outlet filter for control box Remote control connection Blind plug Main power cable...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Overview of the RITMO powercoat water manifold, item number 00097921 1. Water to mixing tube 2. Water pressure switch 3. Connection to water supply 4. Water outlet Open – Closed 5. Water supply for cleaning the mortar 6.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Setting values Water pressure release: Machine starts at 1.9 bar Machine stops at 1.6 bar The values are permanent and may not be adjusted. Pressure reducing valve: 1.5 bar at maximum flow rate...
Last updated 12.2006 Assembly – rotor/stator/mortar pressure gauge Rotor/stator The PFT RITMO powercoat mixing pump is standard-equipped with the A2 2.5 L pump system with agitator. The rotor and stator are subject to wear and must be checked regularly. New pump components with a conveying hose of 15 m should achieve a pressure of approx.
20 bar. To avoid machine breakdowns and excessive wear to pump motor, mixing shaft and pump, always use original PFT parts, such as e.g. PFT rotors with agitator PFT stators PFT mixing shaft PFT pressure hoses.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Operation as pump (for pastes) Turn all switches to “0” Electrical connection: Plug the 10-pin motor connecting cable (A) into the designated socket (B) on the motor. Connect the control box (C) to a distributor box with approved FI safety switch (30 mA).
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Operation as mixing pump (for filler in powder form) Turn all switches to “0” Electrical connection: Plug the 10-pin motor connecting cable (A) into the designated socket (B) on the motor.
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PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Setting the water factor Set the expected water volume (approx. 90 litres) at the needle valve (4). To do this, press the water flow button (1) and keep it pressed. Observe the specifications of the material manufacturer.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Connect the remote control cable to the remote control box and to the spray gun. Before the first spraying operation,it is recommended to run the machine briefly without spray nozzle, VA 6.5 mm (3), until material emerges at the spray head.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Measures to be taken when work is finished or interrupted Continue to run the machine to empty the material hopper and the mixing tube until there is no more material in the machine. Switch off the machine.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Clearing hose blockages WARNING! According to the accident prevention regulations of the Builders’ Guild, for safety reasons, all personnel assigned with clearing hose blockages should wear safety goggles and position themselves in such a way as to avoid injury by discharged mortar.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Measures to be taken if there is a risk of frost After cleaning the machine, interrupt the water supply and open the needle valve (1) completely in anticlockwise direction. Open the outlet tap (2) on the water manifold.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 The RITMO powercoat consists of several units (mixing tube / material hopper, protection grille, frame) that may be transported separately. Loosen the screw (4), remove the protection grille along with the gear motor.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Fault – Cause – Remedy Fault Cause Remedy Machine does not start. No water. Check the water supply. Machine does not start in Selection switch is at operation Set selection switch to spraying mode.
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PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Fault Cause Remedy Machine does not start via Insufficient pressure gradient in Check if air pipe is blocked. wireless remote control. remote control due to blocked air Clean air nozzle tube.
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Accessories 00087354 Material hose, 1/2" 15 m 13 MV powercoat (scope of delivery) 00008521 PVC woven hose, NW 9x3 mm 15 m with EWO couplings, V and M parts (scope of delivery)
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Accessories 00094898 powercoat spray gun, 1500 lg 00098703 Strap for powercoat spray gun 00098071 powercoat spray gun, offset 750 lg 000008597 Nozzle, VA 4.5 mm SWING air hole 2 mm 000008596 Nozzle, VA 6.5 mm SWING air hole 2 mm 20215700 Spray nozzle, 3/4"...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Spare parts drawing for motor and protection grille, RITMO powercoat Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Spare parts listfor control box, RITMO item number 00 09 75 90 Item Item no. Description 00 09 84 87 Filter fan 115 V AC 50/60 Hz for control box 00 07 88 12 Motor connection cable 0.98 m 16A 10P Ritmo...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Program Group Parameters Frequency Power Flex RITMO 110V 1Phase Parameter Display P031 Motor NP Volts 230 V Set to the motor Nameplate rated volts P032 Motor NP Hertz 50 Hz Set to the motor Nameplate...
PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 Check list for annual inspection by specialist (master copy) This inspection must be carried out once a year by a specialist in accordance with ZH1/575. The machine and control box are awarded an inspection label as verification of this inspection.
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PFT RITMO powercoat 110V Operating Instructions Last updated 12.2006 WE KEEP THINGS FLOWING Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG PO Box 60 97343 Iphofen / Germany Einersheimer Strasse 53 97346 Iphofen / Germany Telephone: +49 (0)93 23/31-1818 Fax: +49 (0)93 23/31-770 Email info@pft-iphofen.de...
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