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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Document: Document Code Man_MB40_EN Machine for flexible shafts Model: MB40 Serial Number/Year: Schmid & Wezel GmbH Maybachstraße 2 75433 Maulbronn Deutschland Tel. +49 (0) 7043-102-0 Fax +49 (0) 7043-102-78 www.biax-germany.com “TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS” The manual is an integral part of the product and must always be available to users.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN 1 - Introduction WARRANTY AND SUPPLY CONDITIONS The Manufacturer is the one who produces the machine, creator and owner of the design; by Manufacturer can also be understood its Agent, hence in brief simply defined as Manufacturer; The Customer is to be understood as the end user of the technical asset or product;...
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN EXCLUSIONS FROM SUPPLY The warranty shall not be recognised if the product is returned disas- sembled, tampered or repaired not by the Manufacturer or its Agent. The Manufacturer is not liable for defects or malfunctions deriving from: improper use of the machine; alterations due to transport or particular environmental conditions;...
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN TABLE OF CONTENTS AND INDEX 1 - Premessa ..................... 2 CONDIZIONI DI GARANZIA E FORNITURA .................... 2 ESCLUSIONI DALLA FORNITURA......................3 SOMMARI E INDICI ............................ 4 Indice analitico ............................6 IL DOCUMENTO E I DESTINATARI ......................7 Scopo e struttura del documento ......................7 Caratteristiche del personale .........................
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN THE DOCUMENT AND ITS RECIPIENTS This document is intended for professionals with experience or qualifi- cation who know how to operate in accordance with the most frequent safety standards and specific skills; it is assumed that each person has the basic knowledge related to their role.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN Personnel characteristics TRAINING The person who is in charge of machine operation must have received specific professional training or have sufficient experience gained on such machines. In addition, they must be aware of the occupational health and safety regulations dictated by local regulations, by the person in charge of training and by this manual.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN SYMBOLS AND SIGNS In the manual and/or in some cases on the machine, danger Warning! Some symbols may zones are indicated by signs, nameplates, symbols or icons that not be present on your machine represent a danger or an obligation. model.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN FIELD OF USE The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damage that may result from incorrect or reckless operations. The machine MUST NOT be used by inexperienced staff or experienced personnel who carry out operations on the machine not in accordance with what is described in this manual and in the accompanying docu- mentation.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN 2 - Specifications GENERAL CONDITIONS The description of the machine specs allows you to identify the main components of the machine, in order to refine the technical terminology used in the manual. The technical terminology is contained in the chapter TABLE OF CONTENTS and INDEX.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Main components START and STOP key mains connection cable gland ventilation filter (located on the back of the machine) handpiece support (20) when at rest and stationary (OPTIONAL) main ON-OFF switch The vibrations generated with par- EMERGENCY push-button ticular tools or due to the type of flexible shaft with handpiece and attachment to the machine...
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN Technical features The MB40 model is the perfect machine for the satin and polishing finish of metals in the field of light metalwork. Its power and electronic speed regulation up to 20,000 rpm allows it to be used from hard metal milling cutters to Ø70 lamellars.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN Machine identification and manufacturer If for accidental reasons the "CE The nameplates shown on the machine must NOT be marking" plate is damaged, de- removed, damaged, dirty, hidden, etc... tached from the machine or other, the Customer must inform the Man- They should be cleaned periodically and kept visible, i.e.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN 3 - Accident prevention and safety GENERAL CONDITIONS This machine was designed according to the strictest safety standards and supplied with safety devices suitable to protect parts and operators. Therefore, it will be the Customer's responsibility to take all necessary protective measures to ensure its safe use.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN RISKY AREAS AND OPERATIONS Installation conditions and environmental risks The machine CANNOT be installed outdoors or in adverse environmental conditions (sun, rain, wind, etc.); moreover, safety distances must be respected to avoid dangerous situations. The standard machine is not equipped to work in environments that present particular flammability or explosive conditions;...
Manual: Man_MB40_EN RESIDUAL RISKS Despite the warnings and safety systems that the Manu- facturer has adopted, there are still some residual risks that cannot be eliminated. These risks are listed in the following table with some suggestions to prevent them. Table: residual risks Symbol RISK ANALYSIS AND DESCRIPTION...
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN 4 - Lifting and Positioning GENERAL CONDITIONS Lifting The machine is supplied with different packaging depending on the exact situation: loose (not packed), in a cardboard box or on a pallet. If the machine comes with base or support column and is provided with castors, the latter have the brakes blocked.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN 5 - Instrumentation and Installation GENERAL CONDITIONS Good knowledge of the INSTRUMENTATION is one of the first rules to avoid damage to the machine and to the operator. Refrain from using the machine if: - You do not have adequate training on how to use this machine or similar machines;...
Manual: Man_MB40_EN INSTALLATION Preliminary checks ● Check for foreseen environmental conditions (explosive atmospheres or high humidity) and that the machine is not exposed to the elements such as rain, wind, etc.; ● Avoid electromagnetic interference that compromises proper operation. ● Place the machine in an environment with safety distances that allow you to carry out normal work/maintenance operations.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN 6. Operation GENERAL CONDITIONS Before proceeding with the control of the movements and functions of the machine, it is necessary to carry out a series of checks and to know well the functions that are enabled by the commands, as well as the positioning of the STOP buttons and EMERGENCY devices.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN - Start machining and adjust the rotation speed using the potentiometer (11); the speed is shown on the display (10). If the installed potentiom- eter is equipped with locking (OPTIONAL), once the desired number of revolutions has been reached it can be locked in that position. The continuous ventilation system of the motor allows you to work without interruption even with considerable workloads.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN FLEXIBLE SHAFT REMOVAL - FITTING Before performing any work on the machine, always make sure that it is switched off and disconnected from the power supply. Flexible shaft machine fitting/removal The flexible shaft is connected to the machine via a threaded connection which is protected by a cap (16).
Manual: Man_MB40_EN 7 - Maintenance GENERAL CONDITIONS Maintenance and lubrication operations must be per- formed by professionals specialised and appointed for such operations. For cleaning DO NOT use stringy cloths or products that can contaminate or alter the characteristics of the lubricants. Avoid any improper repair, repairs should be carried out only with original spare parts.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN ROUTINE MAINTENANCE For the type of lubricant or symbol see Machine general "Table: lubricants and symbols" SYMBOLS AND FREQUENCY MAINTENANCE DESCRIPTION Indicated for 1 work shift (8 hours) AND PERIODIC CHECKS 24 hours - Check the safety systems - Carry out a daily visual inspection of the safety systems 24 h and verify they work correctly (if present).
Manual: Man_MB40_EN SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE 24 hours............................ 24 hours - Check the lighting system ........................25 24 hours - Check the safety systems ........................25 24 hours - Clean the work environment.......................25 100 hours..........................100 hours - Grease the inner sheath of the flexible shaft ..................25 200 hours..........................
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN Lubricants and symbols Table: lubricants and symbols Symbol Description DIN 30600 ICON ISO 7000 DIN 1102 General Purpose Synthetic Lubricant Grease anti-wear and anti-seizure Molyguard GSLC/2 DIN 484 CLEANING ISO 423 UNI-ISO 013 DRIVE BELTS CHECK DIN 1279 GENERAL CHECK FOR ANOMALIES AND FAULTS ISO 421 DIN 680...
Manual: Man_MB40_EN STORAGE AND DISMANTLING Machine storage or prolonged downtime If the machine is not used immediately or is stored for long periods, check that it is correctly packaged. Storage must be carried out in closed places, but well ventilated and that do not present particular harmful characteristics to the components of the machine, in particular the electronic ones.
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN 8 - Annexes GENERAL CONDITIONS The ATTACHED documentation is intended for professionals and/or specialised personnel; moreover, only that expressly used for your ma- chine model is provided. The manual and its annexes cannot replace the education or professional skills of the operators, so the Customer must ensure that they are able to correctly interpret the contents of this document.
Manual: Man_MB40_EN COMPONENT LIST Spare Parts Ref. Description Quantity recommend- handle cover handpiece support flexible shaft EMERGENCY push-button Main ON-OFF switch motor flange safety cap anti-vibration feet plate support plate anti-vibration feet motor plate holder shaft remote control push-button panel (OPTIONAL) with cable remote push-button connector cap support column...
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Manual: Man_MB40_EN SPARE PARTS REQUEST FORM For the request of spare parts, communicate: - Machine model - Serial no. - Document, page and part number - Description of the part required In order to take advantage of the - Quantity required warranty conditions, only use orig- - For electrical equipment, indicate voltage (Volt) and frequency (Hz).
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