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(Item number of the operating instructions 00 08 91 21) (Item number of the parts list – machine 00 08 90 56) PNEUMATIC CONVEYING SYSTEM PFT SILOMAT E 140 (VAE) WE KEEP THINGS MOVING Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
Drawing – rubber pressure hose item number 20 65 09 00 Replacement part list – rubber pressure hose E item number 20 65 09 00 Circuit diagram – main power S163627B Circuit diagram – control current S163628B Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
The conveying system PFT SILOMAT E 140 VAE is state of the art. It has been designed in such a functional manner as to be a reliable aid in rough construction site conditions.
Hand: In this position, the compressor runs continuously and can be used for blowing through the conveying line and for venting the silo. Automatic: In this position, the system runs automatically. Vibrator socket The vibrator runs automatically during the filling time. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
19. If required, wear the following protective clothing while spraying: safety goggles, safety shoes, safety clothing, gloves, protective skin cream and respirator mask. 20. Have the machine inspected as required – but at least once a year – by a specialist. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
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WARNING! The user must be aware of the risk of getting one’s clothes or long hair caught in movable parts. Chains, bracelets and rings can also pose a risk. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
VBG 16, in particular sections IIIc “Installation” and IV “Operation”, as well as VBG 4 “Electrical equipment and tools”. Modifications to the pumps can only be carried out with the agreement of our plant. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
(VAE) Description of functions The conveying system PFT SILOMAT E 140 VAE is a pneumatic, fully automatic conveying system for transporting ready-mix dry mortar from the silo / container to the cleaning machine. Please observe the processing guidelines of the material manufacturer.
21 Motor and drive hand wheel for closing the flap Intermediate piece when there’s a power failure 23 Silo outlet flap (not in scope of delivery) Silo/Container (not in scope of delivery) 25 Vibrator (not in scope of delivery) Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
8. Control lamp – change direction of rotation 9. Main reversing switch of Silomat live and 10. Connection – continuous current 230 V change direction of rotation 11. Control cable for the motor and drive Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
While this is happening, kink the hose several times, relieving it again after a short pressure build-up. Repeat the procedure until no more water spray emerges from the hose. Switch off the system using the red pressure switch “OFF”. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
Connect the control cable (item no. 20 42 38 00) to the CEE panel- mounted socket 3 x 16 A 12 h white, and connect the injection hood to the rotary wing sensor. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
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4 x 16 A 6 h red. Now connect the SILOMAT system to a worksite switchgear assembly with a power cable 5 x 4 mm² (PFT item no. 20 42 39 00 or 20 42 39 20) in accordance with VDE with 30 mA earth leakage circuit breakers that conform to regulations.
Freeing the system of voltage Turn the main reversing switch (8) to the position “0”. When working on the control box, the power supply must be interrupted by removing the connection cable (10). Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
Then switch back to automatic operation (5). Cleaning emulgator filters: The pressure display is at “0” WARNING! Do not clean the system with a steam sprayer or high-pressure cleaner. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
Otherwise, proceed as described on page 17, points 13 to 16. Cleaning emulgator filters: The pressure display indicates there is pressure! Turn the main reversing switch (8) to “0”. Turn the hand automatic switch to “Hand”. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
Maintenance – compressor KDT 3.140 item number 00 10 88 96 Due to air compression, high temperatures are created at the pump. Warning: Danger of being burned Let the pump parts cool down before dismantling them. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
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Only carry out the checks in the specialist workshop. Screw off the filter bowl cap (18). Blow out the filters (19) with compressed air from the inside out. Replace damaged or very dirty filters. Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
When dismantling, top up the grease in the rolling bearings to replace the amount used. Transportation and storage Make sure to store the pump in a dry place and to avoid condensation caused by water vapours. The SILOMAT E 140 may not be transported by crane Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
Fault in sequence program, possibly due Relieve motor and drive to foreign bodies at or near the flap Remove foreign bodies Motor protection switch disengaged Press motor protection switch Motor and drive possibly overloaded Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
(VAE) Accessories You can find further accessories in the internet under www.pft.de or at your building machinery dealer’s. PFT external vibrator SR 22, 400V (item number 20 70 80 00) The external vibrator is screwed on to the silo / container and connected to the control box.
20 70 58 02 Bolt A 16 H 11 x 50 St zinc-plated 1.5 x 30° 20 20 86 04 Fast catch with cap 16s x N27 20 70 63 00 Rubber packing D 330x260x4 Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
FT Silomat E 140 Operating Instructions 05.2008 (VAE) Drawing – carryable frame item number 00 09 86 40 Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
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00 09 86 28 Carryable frame for E system 670 mm 20 44 49 00 Rubber diaphragm D20 x 25 M6 shape E 20 20 93 10 Washer 6.4 x 18 x 1.5 DIN 90 Knauf PFT GmbH & Co. KG...
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