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Cole Parmer BM-600 Operation Manual

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BM-600 Planetary Mill
Rock and Mineral Grinder for Spectroscopy Applications
Operation Manual
For 115V (04900-16) and 230V (04900-17)
1300-87071-1M, REV 4

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  • Page 1 BM-600 Planetary Mill Rock and Mineral Grinder for Spectroscopy Applications Operation Manual For 115V (04900-16) and 230V (04900-17) 1300-87071-1M, REV 4...
  • Page 2 08840. SPEX SamplePrep is now part of Cole-Parmer®. The Cole-Parmer® BM-600 Planetary Mill was formerly known as SPEX 8200 Planetary Mill. Over the years, we’ve acquired many high-quality and reputable brands. After many years of continual growth, we realize our brands are all as brilliant as each other. Rather than have a portfolio of complementary brands, we felt consolidating them under one world- class brand name enabled us to offer a single and significant brand experience.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    BM-600 Planetary Mill TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION DESCRIPTION PAGE Introduction ........................5 Disclaimer ..........................5 Specifications ........................6 Unpacking ........................... 8 Setting Up ..........................9 Electrical Connection ......................9 Standard Safety Features ....................9 CE Safety Features ......................9 General Safety ........................10 Touchscreen Display ......................
  • Page 4 BM-600 Planetary Mill DESCRIPTION PAGE SECTION 12.0 Error Messages ......................... 28 12.1 Door Error ......................... 28 12.2 Rate Error .......................... 28 12.3 Motor Home Error ......................29 12.4 Latch Error ......................... 29 13.0 Troubleshooting ........................ 30 14.0 Warranty ........................... 31 14.1...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The BM-600 Planetary Mill is used for pulverizing rocks, minerals, sand, cement, slag, ceramics, glass, and other brittle to hard samples. Functionally described as a high-shearing or a high-energy ball mill, the BM-600 Planetary Mill is capable of rapidly rotating a container in a circular motion several hundred times a minute.

  • Page 6: Specifications

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 2.0 SPECIFICATIONS Type of mill: Planetary Ball Mill, High-Energy Ball Mill Grinding Containers: Canister type jar with multiple balls Weight: 250 lbs. (113 kg) (empty, without jar) Dimensions: 24 in (61 cm) H x 27.5 in (70 cm) W x 19 in (48.3 cm) D Table 1.

  • Page 7: Unpacking

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 3.0 UNPACKING At the factory, the Planetary Mill is adjusted and tested for proper operation, and carefully packaged for shipping. Upon receipt, carefully inspect the exterior of the packing crate. If there is any visible damage, notify Cole-Parmer and file a claim with the carrier immediately.

  • Page 8: Setting Up

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 4.0 SETTING UP The BM-600 Planetary Mill weighs 250 pounds (113 Kg). The door rotates to open and close from left to right with the handle atop the mill. The electrical input module/power cord receptacle is located on the rear of the Planetary Mill cabinet towards the bottom, as shown in Figure 2.

  • Page 9: General Safety

    Ear protection is recommended. 5.0 TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY The BM-600 Planetary Mill is programmed and operated through a series of touchscreen displays. Transition between screens, and all programming and operating commands, are done by touching the screen with a fingertip or stylus. Do not use a sharp point as this can damage or deface the screen.

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 5.2 Control Panel The Control Panel displays the programmed run parameters, and the Date and Time at the bottom right of the screen, as shown in Figure 4. Changes to the run settings, are made from this screen.
  • Page 11 To run the program displayed on the CONTROL PANEL Screen, touch the run button. The Planetary Mill can be stopped, paused, and restarted in the middle of a grinding program from the button selections to the right of the screen. Warning! Do not operate the BM-600 Planetary Mill without a jar.

  • Page 12: Changing Settings

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 5.2 Control Panel (Cont’d) 5.2.3 Stopping or Pausing a Run To stop a program, touch the stop button on the RUN SCREEN (Figure 5), the button will dim or turn a muted red and the program will end. If the RUN button is touched after the program has stopped then the entire program will start over.

  • Page 13: Saved Protocols

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 5.4 Saved Protocols The SAVED PROTOCOLS Screen is shown in Figure 7. Up to 20 Protocols can be saved for simple and fast recall, increasing productivity, and reducing operator error. A saved program retains the settings for number of cycles, run time, pause time between cycles, and rate.
  • Page 14 BM-600 Planetary Mill 5.4 Saved Protocols (Cont’d) This will bring up the KEYBOARD screen, a simplified version of the standard keyboard for a computer. Figure 8 – Keyboard Screen The CLEAR key deletes whatever has been entered in the Label Box.
  • Page 15 BM-600 Planetary Mill 5.4.3 Edit a Protocol To edit a saved protocol, touch the protocol name to highlight the box on the Saved Protocol screen (Figure 7). Then touch the EDIT button. From the Edit Protocol Screen change the name by touching inside the box.

  • Page 16: Loading The Grinding Jar

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 5.4.5 Modify a Recalled Protocol Once a saved protocol is recalled to the CONTROL PANEL Screen, the User can modify the parameters by using the left and right arrows. If the protocol is modified, (MOD) will appear next to the protocol name, e.g.

  • Page 17: Balancing The Grinding Jar

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 7.0 LOCKING THE GRINDING JAR IN THE CLAMP (Cont’d) Locking Tab Figure 12 – Locking the Clamp Figure 11 – Opening the Clamp IMPORTANT: 250 mL Jar (only) Remove two top 8.0 BALANCING THE JAR counterweight disks 8.1 Adjusting the counterweight...
  • Page 18 BM-600 Planetary Mill 8.1 Adjusting the counterweight (Cont’d) The counterweight is set at the manufacturing facility to balance the Stainless Steel 500 mL Jar with eight 30 mm stainless steel balls. Turning the knob, in Figure 13, clockwise increases the counterweight.

  • Page 19: Operation

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 8.1 Adjusting the counterweight (Cont’d) After the sample jar is loaded and secured into the clamp mechanism, counterweight properly adjusted, close the door. Grasp the handle and rotate clockwise to slide the door to the closed position.

  • Page 20: Mixing And Grinding

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 9.1 Mixing and Grinding For samples that cake during mixing, a slurry with water or alcohol may be helpful. Water may be removed afterwards by drying the sample in the jar in a very low temperature oven. If caking is due to static charge, a small amount of cellulose (10%) can be added to the jar.

  • Page 21: Operating The Door

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 9.2 Operating the Door To close the cabinet, grasp the handle and rotate clockwise to slide the door to the closed position. The door must remain closed during a run. To open the cabinet, grasp the handle and rotate counterclockwise to slide open the door to its open position.
  • Page 22 BM-600 Planetary Mill 9.3 Running the Planetary Mill (Cont’d) Figure 17 – Run Screen To stop the Planetary Mill during a run, press the red STOP button on the screen. Operation will cease and the timer will reset. The door locks automatically while the Planetary Mill is in operation. If the door lock fails and the door opens, the screen will display a “Door Open”...

  • Page 23: Emptying And Cleaning The Jar

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 9.4 Emptying and Cleaning the Grinding Jar CAUTION: The jar can become extremely hot after grinding. If the runtime is longer than 5 minutes, it is recommended to allow the jar to cool for 10 to 20 minutes before opening.
  • Page 24 Do not use the BM-600 Planetary Mill with hazardous materials for which the unit was not designed. Be aware of the hazards of the materials that are being used, particularly in the event of a spill.

  • Page 25: System Settings

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 10.0 System Settings To access the Settings Screen touch the Icon on the Home Screen (Figure 3). The Firmware can be upgraded, Diagnostics view/exported, and files exported (Run History, Protocols) and protocols imported, as well as the time display changed from 12-hour to 24-hour, and Time and Date can be entered or changed, as shown in Figure 19.

  • Page 26: Maintenance

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 11.0 MAINTENANCE The BM-600 Planetary Mill has been designed to provide trouble-free operation over a long period of time. To ensure proper performance, an important factor is overall cleanliness. Any spilled powders or liquids should be wiped up immediately. This should minimize the buildup of any powders or residue.

  • Page 27: Error Messages

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 12.0 ERROR MESSAGES 12.1 Door Error If the door lock fails while the Planetary Mill is running, the mill will stop running and the screen will display a “Door Open” message. The timer will maintain the time remaining in the run. To restart, close the door and press the blue RESUME button to finish the run.

  • Page 28: Motor Home Error

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 12.3 Motor Home Error If a “Motor Home Error” message appears on the screen, this indicates that the clamp mechanism did not move to its home position (front center of door opening). Turn OFF power to unit and disconnect the electrical cord. Wait a few minutes, reconnect the electrical cord and Turn ON power to unit.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 13.0 TROUBLESHOOTING Table 5. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION No Power Make sure the power cord is plugged into outlet and inlet. No Power Check outlet for power and The unit does not turn on. correct as required.

  • Page 30: Warranty

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 14.0 WARRANTY Cole-Parmer® guarantees its products against defects in materials or workmanship for three years from the date of original shipment. Repairs, replacements, or parts are guaranteed for 30 days or for the remaining original warranty period (whichever is greater) for the item that was repaired or replaced.

  • Page 31: Instrument Disposal

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 15.0 INSTRUMENT DISPOSAL In accordance to the EU Directive 2012/19/EU covering Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, all equipment with the disposal symbol must not be disposed of with general waste. (Figure 25) Disposal Label is located on the back of unit.

  • Page 32: Contact Us

    BM-600 Planetary Mill 16.0 CONTACT US Repair Service Phone: 1.732.623.0465 Cole-Parmer 65 Liberty St Metuchen, NJ 08840 Attn: Service and Repair Please include RA Number on the shipping label. Germany T: +1.800.323.4340 or T: +49 (0) 9377 92030 +1.800.323.4340 E: de.sales@antylia.com E: sales@antylia.com...

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