Table of Contents Notes on the Manual ..........................6 Disclaimer ............................6 Copyright............................6 Explanation of signs and symbols ..................... 6 Explanations of the Safety Instructions ..................... 7 General Safety Instructions ....................... 8 Repairs ............................... 9 Responsibility of the operating company ..................10 Personnel qualification and target group of this manual ..............
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7.1.2 Cleaning the feed hopper ......................36 Wear ..............................37 7.2.1 Replacing the breaking jaws ......................37 7.2.2 Replacing the wearing plates ....................... 38 Maintenance ............................ 38 7.3.1 Lubricating the device ........................38 7.3.2 Checking the limit switch ......................39 Return for Service and Maintenance ....................
This Manual does not contain any repair instructions. Please contact your supplier or contact Retsch GmbH directly if anything is unclear or you have questions about these guidelines or the device, or in the case of any faults or necessary repairs.
Notes on the Manual 1.4 Explanations of the Safety Instructions The following warnings in this Manual warn of possible risks and damage: DANGER D1.0000 Risk of fatal injuries Source of danger − Possible consequences if the danger is ignored. • Instructions and information on how to avoid the risk.
All those operating, cleaning or working with or on the device. This device is a modern, powerful product from Retsch GmbH and has been developed in line with the state-of-the art. The device is safe to use when operated correctly and when following the instructions in this manual.
1.6 Repairs This manual does not contain any repair instructions. For safety reasons, repairs may only be carried out by Retsch GmbH or an authorised representative or by qualified service technicians. In case of repair, please inform… …the Retsch GmbH representative in your country, …your supplier, or...
• Integrate BB 400 in your operating instructions regulating conduct in emergency situations. • Integrate BB 400 in your risk assessment in acc. with the German Ordinance on Industrial Safety and Health (BetrSichV) to prevent accidents during work processes. •...
Confirmation Form for the Managing Operator Confirmation Form for the Managing Operator This manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining the device which must be strictly observed. It is essential that they be read by the user and by the qualified staff responsible for the device before the device is commissioned.
Technical Data Technical Data NOTICE This device is not designed as a production machine and for continuous operation, but as a laboratory device, intended for single-shift intermittent periodic operation of 8 hours per day. 3.1 Protective Equipment − This device may only be put into service once the door has been closed and the collecting receptacle has been inserted in the base frame.
Technical Data CAUTION C5.0045 Damage to hearing A high noise level may arise depending on the type of the material, the jaws used and the duration of grinding − Excessive noise in terms of level and duration can cause impairments or lasting damage to hearing.
N5.0014 Complaints Incomplete delivery or transport damage − The forwarding agent and Retsch GmbH must be notified immediately in the event of transport damage. It is otherwise possible that subsequent complaints will not be recognised. • Please check the delivery on receipt of the device for its completeness and intactness.
• The device may only be lifted and transported using lifting gear! CAUTION Only use suitable lifting gear that has been approved for the weight of the device. The BB 400 has a base frame (Z) using which the device can be lifted and transported with the help of lifting gear.
Packaging, Transport and Installation NOTICE N7.0021 Ambient temperature Temperatures outside the permitted range − Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged. − The performance data alter to an unknown extent. • Do not exceed or fall below the permitted temperature range (5 °C to 40 °C ambient temperature) of the device.
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Packaging, Transport and Installation WARNING When connecting the power cable to the mains supply, use an external fuse that complies with the regulations applicable to the place of installation. − Information about the required voltage and frequency of the device can be found on the type plate.
Packaging, Transport and Installation 4.6 Type Plate Description Fig. 2: Type plate 1 Device designation 2 Part number 3 Power version, Mains frequency 4 Fuse type and fuse strength 5 Capacity, Amperage 6 Year of production 7 Weight 8 Serial number 9 Bar code 10 Manufacturer’s address 11 UKCA marking...
5.1 Installation of the Device Fig. 3: Securing on the transport pallet On delivery, the device is screwed onto the transport pallet. Remove the four hex screws (SC) from the transport pallet. Using a forklift, lift the BB 400 up.
NOTICE Dust can be extracted using an external dust extraction unit or industrial vacuum cleaner where necessary. The socket for dust extraction on the BB 400 has an outer diameter of 76 mm (inner diameter of 72 mm). Loosen the hose clamp (T) on the dust extraction socket.
Putting into service for the first time: lubrication points NOTICE The BB 400 must be lubricated after eight operating hours when put into service for the first time . Use the supplied grease press that is filled with Shell Gadus S2 V220 2 for lubrication.
Operating the Device Operating the Device 6.1 Use of the Device for the Intended Purpose CAUTION C6.0005 Risk of injury Potentially explosive atmosphere − The device is not suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. Operating the device in a potentially explosive atmosphere can lead to injuries caused by an explosion or fire.
2 mm and less depending on the breaking properties of the grinding material. The BB 400 is ideal for preparing samples in the laboratory. Smaller quantities of sample can be ground in batches, while continuous operation is possible when processing larger quantities.
Operating the Device 6.3 Views of the Instrument 6.3.1 Front Fig. 7: Front view of the device...
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Operating the Device Element Description Function ON switch Switches the device on OFF switch/emergency stop Switches the device off Door For accessing the grinding chamber Feed hopper Hopper with contact protection for feeding the sample material Lock nut Locks the threaded spindle G Threaded spindle Changes the gap width V-belt cover...
Switch the BB 400 on using the ON switch (A) on the front of the device. Switch the BB 400 off using the OFF switch (B) on the front of the device. The OFF switch (B) also functions as the emergency stop switch.
6.5.1 Adjusting the gap width Fig. 10: Adjusting the gap width (zero position) Start the BB 400 while the device is idling. Unscrew the lock nuts (F) in a clockwise direction. Unscrew the locating screw (P) in an anticlockwise direction.
Operating the Device NOTICE Always set the gap width of the BB 400 to more than 0 mm. Where the minimum gap width is required, open the gap just wide enough for the meeting of the two jaws to no longer be audible.
Operating the Device NOTICE The maximum gap width is 30 mm . Tighten the lock nut (F) in an anticlockwise direction. Tighten the locating screw (P) in a clockwise direction. 6.6 Opening and Closing of the Device Fig. 14: Limit switch behind the collecting receptacle NOTICE There is a limit switch (L) behind the collecting receptacle which stops the drive motor...
NOTICE Start the BB 400 before you begin adding sample material! The BB 400 can only be started when the door has been closed and the collecting receptacle inserted. The maximum feed size must not exceed 220 mm x 90 mm.
Remove the ground sample material from the collecting receptacle (N). The BB 400 can be retrofitted for batch processing or continuous operation with a collecting hopper and a 30 l collecting receptacle which are available as optional accessories.
Press the emergency stop switch (B) on the front of the device. The emergency stop switch (B) engages and prevents an unintentional restart. Turn the emergency stop switch (B) to the right to unlock it in order to start the BB 400 again using the ON switch (A) .
Improper repairs − Unauthorised and improper repairs can cause injuries. • Repairs to the device may only be carried out by the Retsch GmbH , an authorised representative or by qualified service technicians. • Do not carry out any unauthorised or improper repairs to the device! 7.1 Cleaning...
Removing the feed hopper Switch the BB 400 off. Disconnect the BB 400 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting. Unscrew the M6 Allen screw (DS). Lift the feed hopper (D) up and out.
Cleaning the feed hopper Switch the BB 400 off. Disconnect the BB 400 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting. Unscrew the M6 Allen screw (DS). Lift the feed hopper (D) up and out.
7.3.1 Lubricating the device Fig. 21: Lubrication points NOTICE The BB 400 must be regularly lubricated. There are two lubrication points (W1, W2) on the device. Use the supplied grease press for lubrication The following amounts of grease are needed after specific intervals:...
Lubricating the lubrication points (W1, W2) under the cover Switch the BB 400 off. Disconnect the BB 400 from the power supply and secure to prevent it restarting. Remove the feed hopper. Unscrew the four M10x25 hex screws (VS) on the cover (V) at the back of the device.
When returning a device, attach the return form to the outside of the packaging. In order to eliminate any health risk to the service technicians, Retsch GmbH reserves the right to refuse the acceptance and to return the respective delivery at the expense of the sender.
Retsch GmbH homepage (http://www.retsch.com) under the heading "Downloads" of the device. Information on wear parts and small accessories can be found in the Retsch GmbH general catalogue also available on the homepage. In case of any questions concerning spare parts please contact the Retsch GmbH...
Disposal Disposal In the case of a disposal, the respective statutory requirements must be observed. In the following, information on the disposal of electrical and electronic devices in the European Community are given. Within the European Community the disposal of electrically operated devices is regulated by national provisions that are based on the EU Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
Index 10 Index closing ............31 opening ............31 Accessories ............41 Door clamps ............31 Ambient temperature ........16, 17 Door lock ..........26, 28, 31 Amendment status ..........6 Drive motor ............28 Amperage ............19 Dust extraction Assembly personnel ...........
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Index jaw ..............38 Operation ............32 Grinding chamber volume........13 Grinding materials ..........24 Packaging ............15 Grinding noises ........... 12 Part number ............19 Personnel qualification and target group of this manual ............10 Humidity .............. 17 Pointer ..............28 Power version ............
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Index Transport ............15 Voltage ............... 18 forklift ............... 16 Transport damage ..........15 Warning ..............7 Transport pallet Information ............8 securing ............20 Warranty claim ........... 15 Type C characteristic .......... 18 Warranty claims ........... 9 Type plate ............. 18, 19 Wear.............
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