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LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer
Part 2 Overview, operation and service
Item no. of the operating manual:
LOTUS XS, 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz
LOTUS XS, 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz with AVO 500
LOTUS XS, 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz with pressure gauge
LOTUS XS, 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz for spatula applications
LOTUS XS r (rubber mixing tube), 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz for
spatula applications
LOTUS XS r (rubber mixing tube), 230 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz for
mortar applications
00414358
Item no.: 00246057
Item no.: 00266950
Item no.: 00282613
Item no.: 00754070
Item no.: 00754071
Item no.: 00754072
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- Page 1 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...
- Page 2 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...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
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.......... - Page 4 LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Table of contents 8 Disposal............9 Assembly instructions....... page 4 / 48...
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Page 5: General Information
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. -
Page 6: Display Of Safety And Warning Notices
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. -
Page 7: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
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:... -
Page 8: Quality Control Sticker
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... -
Page 9: Purpose Of Flowmeter
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. -
Page 10: Technical Data
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... -
Page 11: Connection Values Of Water
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... -
Page 12: Transport, Packing And Storage
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. -
Page 13: Transport Inspection
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. -
Page 14: Transport In Individual Parts
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. -
Page 15: Description
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... -
Page 16: Brief Description Of The Lotus Xs
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. -
Page 17: Material Hopper With Frame
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... -
Page 18: Mixing Shaft
LOTUS XS 230 V horizontal continuous mixer / Part 2 Overview, operation and service Description 4.4.3 Mixing shaft Mixing shaft Figure 10: Mixing shaft assembly 4.4.4 Water manifold Water manifold for LOTUS XS item no.: 00246057 & 00754072 1. Solenoid valve 2. -
Page 19: Connections
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... -
Page 20: Accessories
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. - Page 21 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.
- Page 22 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...
- Page 23 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.
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Page 24: Operation
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... -
Page 25: Hazardous Dusts
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. -
Page 26: Positioning Machine
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. -
Page 27: Connecting The Water Supply
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. -
Page 28: Setting Pressure Reducer
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. -
Page 29: Setting The Water Quantity
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. -
Page 30: Putting The Machine Into Operation
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). -
Page 31: Applying Mortar
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. -
Page 32: Action In Case Of Power Failure
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. -
Page 33: Measures To Be Taken In Case Of Water Outage
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). - Page 34 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.
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Page 35: Cleaning The Material Hopper
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. -
Page 36: Reaction In The Event Of Faults
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. -
Page 37: Table Of Faults
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... -
Page 38: Maintenance
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. -
Page 39: Remove Connection Cable
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. -
Page 40: Maintenance Plan
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. -
Page 41: Strainer Screen In The Water Inlet
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. -
Page 42: Spare Parts Lists
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. -
Page 43: Disassembly
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. -
Page 44: Disassembly
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. - Page 45 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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