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Operating manual LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer Part 2 Overview, operation and service Item no. of the operating manual: 00414358 LOTUS XS, 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz Item no.: 00246057 LOTUS XS, 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz with AVO 500 Item no.: 00266950...
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service About us About us Publisher Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG Postfach 60 ▪ 97343 Iphofen Einersheimer Straße 53 ▪ 97346 Iphofen Germany Document name 00414358_2.0_GB...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Table of contents Table of contents 5.3.1 Risk of injury due to rotating dosing 1 General information........shaft..........Information regarding the operating 5.3.2 Positioning machine......manual..........
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Table of contents 8 Disposal............9 Assembly instructions....... page 4 / 48...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service General information General information Information regarding the operating manual This operating manual provides important information and instruc- tions on the correct use of the machine. A prerequisite for safe working is the observance of all stated safety guidelines and instructions.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service General information Display of safety and warning notices In this manual, safety and warning notices are used in conjunction with signal words to raise safety awareness, indicate degrees of danger and explain safety measures.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service General information EC Declaration of Conformity Company: Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG Einersheimer Straße 53 97346 Iphofen Germany declares under our sole responsibility that the machine:...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service General information Quality Control sticker The following details can be found on the Quality Control sticker: CE confirmed as per EU directives Serial no / serial number...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service General information 1.8.2 Purpose of flowmeter NOTE Application range! The flowmeter serves for measuring the volume of trans- parent liquid and gas flows in closed pipes. Optionally, the flowmeter can also be used for flow monitoring.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Technical data Technical data General information 1.240 1.218 Figure 3: Dimension sheet in mm Detail Value Unit Empty weight approx. 66 - 74 Length 1,218/1,240 Width...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Technical data Connection values of water Detail Value Unit Operating pressure, min. Connection ½ inch Figure 4: Water connection Operating conditions Environment Detail Value Unit Temperature range 2 - 45 °C...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Transport, packing and storage Transport, packing and storage Safety instructions for transport Improper transport NOTE Damage from improper transport! Improper transport may cause substantial property damage.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Transport, packing and storage Transport inspection On receipt check the delivery immediately for completeness and trans- port damage. In case of externally visible transport damage, proceed as follows: Do not accept the delivery or under reserve only.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Transport, packing and storage Transport in individual parts To make transport easier, disassemble the machine into its individual components: 1. The mixing tube and mixing shaft units.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description Description Overview Figure 6: Table of the assembly groups Protective grille with sack opener Motor cover Mixer motor Material hopper Water manifold Water inlet Support foot with wheel...
Description Brief description of the Lotus XS The PFT LOTUS XS can be operated via a standard household grounded socket, thanks to the 230 V connection. It is particularly suitable for processing small quantities of premixed bagged material. The PFT LOTUS XS continuously and fully automatically mixes all premixed dry mortar with a lime/cement base up to a maximum 4 mm grain size.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description 4.4.1 Material hopper with frame Material hopper with frame and gear motor. Figure 7: Material hopper assembly 4.4.2 Mixing tube Steel mixing tube Figure 8: Steel mixing tube assembly...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description Water manifold for LOTUS XS item no.: 00754070 & 00754071 Solenoid valve Pressure reducer Water connection from water supply Needle valve water quantity Water to the mixing tube or flow meter...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description Accessories Extension cable 3 x 2.5 mm², BLA 2-16 A - 25 m (230 V, 1 Ph) Item no. 20423400 Water hose/air hose DN19 Geka | Geka - 40 m Item no.
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description Water hose/air hose DN12 Geka | Geka - 5 m Item no. 20211100 Spray nozzle DN19 (3/4") Geka Item no. 20215700 TROLLEY tipping trolley Item no. 00535699 Conversion kit for LOTUS XS mortar application Item no.
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description Conversion kit for LOTUS XS spatula application Item no. 00767144 Conversion kit for LOTUS XS from steel mixing tube to rubber mixing tube Item no. 00767145...
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description Retrofit kit for water flow meter 100 - 1,000 l/h for Lotus XS Item no. 00514763 You can find further accessories on the internet at www.pft.net or from your PFT construction machinery dealer.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation Operation Safety Personal protective equipment The following protective equipment has to be worn for all operative work: Protective clothing Protective goggles Protective gloves Safety shoes...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.1.2 Hazardous dusts WARNING Danger of damage to health! In the long term, inhaled dust can lead to lung damage or have other adverse health effects.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.3.2 Positioning machine Install the machine on stable and even ground and secure it against accidental movements: Do not tilt or roll the machine away.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.3.4 Connecting the water supply 1. Check whether the strainer screen in the water inlet (1) is clean. 2. Check whether the strainer screen in the water inlet of the booster pump (2) is clean.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.3.4.1 Connection of water from water tank Item no. of pressure booster pump AV1000/1 (1): 00493686 The connected pressure booster pump ensures the required water pressure of at least 2.5 bar.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.3.6 Setting the water quantity 1. Close the needle valve (1). 2. Then open the needle valve (1) two turns. 3. In this position, the water quantity is approx. 200 l/h.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation In case of danger proceed as follows: 1. Immediately press the EMERGENCY STOP pushbutton (1) or the red "OFF" pushbutton (2). 2. Disconnect the power supply and remove the connection cable (3).
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 2. Check mortar consistency at the mortar outlet (2). Figure 33: Checking the consistency Applying mortar WARNING Danger of injury from discharged mortar! Discharged mortar may lead to injuries to eyes and face.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation Action in case of power failure Disconnecting the power supply 1. Disconnect the power supply. 2. Have the power supply connection checked by an expert.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.11 Measures to be taken in case of water outage NOTE Water can be supplied to the machine from a container by means of suction strainer (item no. 00136619).
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 2. Hold the mixing tube by the two holders (3) and turn it to the left. 3. Remove the mixing tube with the mixing shaft by pulling it forwards.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.12.3.2 Setting the mixing shaft NOTE When installing the parts, make sure they are clean and dry. Pay attention to the correct fit of metering and mixing shaft.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.13 Reaction in the event of faults Reaction in the event of faults The following applies as a general rule: 1. In the event of faults presenting immediate danger to persons or property, activate the emergency OFF function immediately.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Operation 5.13.3 Table of faults Fault Possible cause Troubleshooting Rectification by Machine does Water pressure too low Check the water supply, clean Operator not start water...
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Maintenance Maintenance Safety Personnel The maintenance works described here can be carried out by the operator, unless marked otherwise. Some maintenance work must only be carried out by specially trained technical personnel or exclusively by the manufacturer.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Maintenance 6.1.1 Remove connection cable Electrical system WARNING Danger to life from electric current! There is danger to life if you come in contact with live parts.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Maintenance Maintenance plan The following paragraphs describe the maintenance works required for an optimal and trouble-free operation. In the event that increased wear is detected during regular checks, the required maintenance intervals have to be shortened according to the actual signs of wear.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Maintenance 6.4.2 Strainer screen in the water inlet Implementation by operator. 1. Remove the strainer screen from the Geka coupling. 2. Clean the strainer screen. 3. Replace the screen if dirt is severe.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Maintenance The documents for the expert inspection can be found on the internet at www.pft.net. DOCUMENT CENTRE Open the Document Centre under Service → Downloads. In this area, select the expert inspection category to access all rele- vant inspection documents.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Disassembly Disassembly After the useful service life has been reached, the device has to be dismantled and disposed of in an environment-friendly manner. Safety Personnel Disassembly must be carried out by specially trained technical personnel only.
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Disassembly Disassembly When decommissioning, clean the device and dismantle it according to the applicable work safety and environmental protection regula- tions. Prior to starting the disassembly: Switch off device and secure against restarting.
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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Disposal Disposal Provided no return or disposal agreements have been made, recycle the disassembled parts: Scrap metals. Recycle plastic elements. Dispose of remaining components, sorted according to the type of material.
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