Summary of Contents for LFA TabVac
- Page 1 TabVac Tablet Dust Vacuum ™ User Manual We don’t just sell machines— we provide service.
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Page 2: Copyright Notice
Copyright Notice © LFA Machines Oxford Limited, published in 2021 by LFA Machines Oxford Limited 2021. Registered in England and Wales, company number 08428898, registered office for service Demar House 14 Church Road East Wittering, Chichester, West Sussex, PO20 8PS. -
Page 3: Important Safety Information
• Wear disposable latex/rubber gloves. If you require guidance on the installation of the • Wear a hairnet (food grade products only). machine or conducting a safety assessment, • Wear a beard net if needed (food grade please contact LFA Machines. products only). -
Page 4: Important Safety Information
In the case of an emergency during operation, press the red button near the machine's handle and immediately unplug. Prop. 65 Statement for CA Residents Based on LFA's current level of knowledge of our machines, the TabVac does not require a ™... -
Page 5: Important Safety Information
READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING MACHINE Warning for Explosive Material This machine is not explosion proof. LFA recommends that you test your materials' explosivity before running them through this machine. If your materials are indeed explosive, do not use them with this machine. -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
Preface Training On-Site/Off-Site Training Training via Video Chat/Phone LFA Articles LFA Videos Installation Tools and Materials Needed The Appropriate Workstation for the Machine Positioning the TabVac ™ Assembly Controls Maintenance General Maintenance Prescriptions Repair and Replacement Troubleshooting Common Machine/Part Issues De-Jamming the TabVac ™... -
Page 7: Tabvac ™ Parts List
TabVac Parts List ™ 1. TabVac Electrical Cabinet 4. Vacuum Inlet 2. Negative Pressure Hose 5. Drum 3. Powder Tamper... -
Page 8: Preface
Despite its robust construction, the vacuum's wheels make it easy to move and to access, ensuring simple maintenance and cleaning. The purpose of this document is to support your understanding of the TabVac ™ ’s components, features, functions, and design. -
Page 9: Training
Using an online video chat system, an LFA technician can interact face-to-face with you and assist with your understanding of the machine. Or, if you prefer, LFA can provide training via phone for all customers who call the office. To set up a training, call or email your local LFA office:... -
Page 10: Installation
380 V or 220 V (± 10%) electrical requirement, so ensure that it is near an appropriate power plug. Environmental Conditions It is important that the environment in which you operate and store the TabVac ™ has the appropriate temperature and relative humidity levels. - Page 11 The shipping crate will contain the following: 1. The fully assembled TabVac ™ 2. Corrugated tube and electrical wires...
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Page 12: Positioning The Tabvac
Positioning the TabVac ™ WARNING: To prevent personal injury, wear steel toe boots and heavy duty grip gloves while transporting the TabVac ™ One or two people should be sufficient in removing the machine from the shipping container and positioning it in the workspace. -
Page 13: Controls
• The Vacuum Inlet allows TabVac ™ to be integrated with another machine and introduces excess powder into the Vacuum Bag. • The Exhaust Port channels the flowing stream of air from the vacuum's fan out of the TabVac ™... - Page 14 TabVac Process ™ The basic mechanism of the TabVac involves using a motor, which is attached to a fan. When the ™ motor is operated by electricity, the fan turns and forces air, along with excess powder, into the machine's Vacuum Bag and drum.
- Page 15 • Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease) • Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: For personal protection while operating the TabVac , contain long ™...
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Page 16: Maintenance
™ Warranty To access LFA's warranty policy, go to https://www.lfatabletpresses.com/warranty If your part is eligible for warranty, have your part’s serial number on hand and please contact LFA: Phone Phone +44 01869 250234 +1 (682) 312-0309... -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Sometimes unavoidable issues will occur while operating the TabVac ™ . Fortunately, there are several methods to remedy these issues. Common Machine/Part Issues Symptom Possible Cause Possible Solution Inspect the machine's corrugated There might be moisture in the tube and Vacuum Bag for any vacuum inlet tube or Vacuum Bag. -
Page 18: Jamming The Tabvac
• Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease) • Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the TabVac ™ before de-jamming it. -
Page 19: Cleaning
• Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only) • Safety goggles • Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only) WARNING: To prevent any potential personal injury, ALWAYS unplug the TabVac ™ from the electrical outlet when replacing parts. Instructions Note: Wear safety goggles and latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this process. - Page 20 2. Remove the hose clamps with a flathead screwdriver. 3. Lift up the powder tamper and untie the Vacuum Bag to remove it. Clean the Machine Parts 4. Flush out the corrugated tubes with cleaner and water and shake out any excess water. 5.
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Page 22: Storing The Tabvac
1.1 Note: You can use the plastic wrapping that came with the machine in the shipping container. Environmental Conditions It is important that the environment in which you operate and store the TabVac ™ has the appropriate temperature and relative humidity levels. These two environmental factors can potentially cause the machine to rust. -
Page 23: Description Of Tabvac ™ Parts
The Vacuum Bag acts as a filter for the excess powder. Drum and Powder Tamper The drum houses the Vacuum Bag, and the Powder Tamper sits on top of it. Main Hoses The main hoses are corrugated tubes that facilitate the air stream in the TabVac ™... -
Page 24: Material Of Contact Parts
Material of Contact Parts Contact Part Material Corrugated tubes Vacuum Bag Polyester cloth Drum 304SS Technical Specifications Power 3 phase 380 V or 220 V 1.1 kW Rate of air flow (m/h) Vacuum (kPa) Weight (kg) Filter area (cm 18000 Noise level (db) Capacity (L) Dimensions (mm) -
Page 25: Maintenance Checklist
Ensure that all wires are connected and that a proper electrical outlet is nearby (three phase 380 or 220 V [±10%]). □ If connected to a de-duster, rotary tablet press, or capsule filler, the TabVac ™ must be near the vacuum outlet of the machine. - Page 26 TabVac Dimensions ™...
- Page 27 TabVac Electrical Drawing ™...
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Page 28: Resources
In order to aid you in your tablet production, aid that will hopefully support you in your LFA Machines maintains a website that offers tablet production efforts. To watch our videos, a breadth of useful information about our visit https://www.youtube.com/channel/... - Page 29 LFA MACHINES Copyright © 2021 by LFA Machines www.lfamachines.com Germany Taiwan United Kingdom United States Business Parc Am Unit 4B 6601 Will Rogers Blvd 7F.-5, No. 2, Sec. 2 Trippelsberg 92 Murdock Road Fort Worth Taiwan Blvd., West Dist., Düsseldorf...
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