Afag WV401-1 Product guide

Operating & Installation Instructions EN WV401-1/WV402-1 Date 23.10.2023 Version 7.0 1–40
Operating & Installation Instructions
Bowl feeder
WV401-1 / WV402-1
Translation of the Original Assembly Instructions EN
WV 401-1 (Right) 230 V / 50 Hz Order no.: 50177366
WV 401-1 (Left) 230 V / 50 Hz Order no.: 50177365
WV 401-1 (Right) 115 V / 60 Hz Order no.: 50177373
WV 401-1 (Left) 115 V / 60 Hz Order no.: 50177372
WV 402-1 (Right) 230 V / 50 Hz Order no.: 50103719
WV 402-1 (Left) 230 V / 50 Hz Order no.: 50103718
WV 402-1 (Right) 115 V / 60 Hz Order no.: 50177371
WV 402-1 (Left) 115 V / 60 Hz Order no.: 50177368

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regarding the bowl feeder or other options.
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With kind regards
Your Afag team
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state of the art. Due to the constant technical development and improvement of
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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1General .................................................................................................................... 5
1.1 Contents and purpose of this manual........................................................... 5
1.2 Explanation of symbols................................................................................. 5
1.3 Additional symbols........................................................................................ 6
1.4 Warranty ....................................................................................................... 7
1.5 Liability.......................................................................................................... 7
2Safety instructions................................................................................................. 8
2.1 General ......................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Intended use ................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Foreseeable misuse ..................................................................................... 9
2.4 Obligations of the operator and the personnel ............................................. 9
2.4.1 Follow these instructions........................................................................ 9
2.4.2 Obligations of the operating company.................................................... 9
2.4.3 Obligations of the personnel ................................................................ 10
2.5 Personnel requirements ............................................................................. 10
2.5.1 Personnel qualification ......................................................................... 10
2.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE) ........................................................ 11
2.7 Changes and modifications ........................................................................ 11
2.8 General hazards / residual risks................................................................. 11
2.8.1 General hazards at the workplace ....................................................... 11
2.8.2 Danger due to electricity ...................................................................... 12
2.8.3 Mechanical hazards ............................................................................. 12
2.8.4 Danger due to alternating magnetic fields ........................................... 13
2.8.5 Noise hazards ...................................................................................... 13
3Technical data ...................................................................................................... 14
3.1 Dimensional drawing WV401-1 / WV 402-1 ............................................... 14
3.2 Technical data WV401-1 / WV 402-1 ......................................................... 15
3.3 Accessories ................................................................................................ 16
3.3.1 Mounting parts...................................................................................... 16
3.3.2 Adjustment aids.................................................................................... 16
3.3.3 Controller.............................................................................................. 16
4Transport, packaging and storage ..................................................................... 17
4.1 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 17
4.2 Scope of supply .......................................................................................... 17
4.3 Transport .................................................................................................... 18
4.4 Packaging ................................................................................................... 18
4.5 Storage ....................................................................................................... 18
5Design and description ....................................................................................... 19
5.1 Structure of the WV401-1 – WV402-1........................................................ 19

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5.2 Description of the bowl feeder WV ............................................................. 20
6Installation, assembly and setting ..................................................................... 21
6.1 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 21
6.2 Assembly .................................................................................................... 22
6.2.1 Tightening torques................................................................................ 22
6.2.2 Definition of the feed direction.............................................................. 22
6.2.3 Fixingbowl feeder ................................................................................. 23
6.2.4 Mount the feeding bowl ........................................................................ 24
6.3 Electrical connection................................................................................... 26
7Operation .............................................................................................................. 27
7.1 Safety instructions for commissioning ........................................................ 27
7.2 Preparatory activities for commissioning.................................................... 27
7.2.1 Notes on the control unit used ............................................................. 27
7.2.2 Notes for trouble-free feeding .............................................................. 28
7.3 First commissioning.................................................................................... 28
8Fault elimination................................................................................................... 29
8.1 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 29
8.2 Fault causes and remedy ........................................................................... 29
9Maintenance and repair ....................................................................................... 30
9.1 General notes ............................................................................................. 30
9.2 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 30
9.3 Maintenance activities and maintenance intervals ..................................... 31
9.3.1 Overview of the maintenance points .................................................... 31
9.3.2 Notes on cleaning................................................................................. 32
9.3.3 Remove or replace leaf springs ........................................................... 33
9.4 Settings....................................................................................................... 34
9.4.1 Set magnetic gap ................................................................................. 34
9.5 Adjustment of the oscillation system .......................................................... 35
9.6 Further maintenance .................................................................................. 36
9.7 Spare and wear parts, repairs .................................................................... 36
9.7.1 Spare parts........................................................................................... 36
9.7.2 Wear parts............................................................................................ 36
10 Decommissioning and disposal ......................................................................... 37
10.1 Safety instructions ...................................................................................... 37
10.2 Decommissioning ....................................................................................... 37
10.3 Disposal...................................................................................................... 37

General
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1 General
1.1 Contents and purpose of this manual
These operating and installation instructions contain important information on
assembly, commissioning, functioning and maintenance of the bowl feeder WV
to ensure safe and efficient handling and operation.
Consistent compliance with these operating instructions will ensure:
permanent operational reliability of the bowl feeders,
optimal functioning of the bowl feeders,
timely detection and elimination of defects (thereby reducing maintenance
and repair costs),
prolongation of the bowl feeders service life.
The illustrations in this manual shall provide you with a basic understanding of
the module and may vary from the actual design of your module.
1.2 Explanation of symbols
The safety notes are marked by a pictogram and a signal word. The safety notes
describe the extent of the hazard.
DANGER
Danger!
This safety note indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Warning!
This safety note points out a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Caution!
This safety note points out a potentially dangerous situation which, if not
avoided, can result in minor or slight injuries.
NOTICE
This safety note points out a potentially dangerous situation which, if not
avoided, can cause substantial damage to property and the environment.

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This note contains important additional information as well as useful tips for
safe, efficient, and trouble-free operation of the bowl feeders.
Further warning signs:
Where applicable, the following standardised symbols are used in this manual
to point out the various potential health risks.
Warning
- Dangerous electrical voltage.
Warning
-
Risk of hand and finger injury due to uncontrolled
movements of components.
Warning
- Magnetic field
1.3 Additional symbols
In these assembly instructions the following symbols are used to highlight
instructions, results, references, etc.
Symbol Description
1. Instructions (steps ...)
 Results of actions
 References to sections
 Enumerations not ordered

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1.4 Warranty
The warranty terms for Afag handling components and handling systems are
the following:
24 months from initial operation and up to a maximum of 27 months from
delivery.
Wear parts are excluded from the warranty (The customer is entitled to a
product free of defects. This does also apply to defective accessories and
wear parts. Normal wear and tear are excluded from the warranty.
The warranty covers the replacement or repair of defective Afag parts. Further
claims are excluded.
The warranty shall expire in the following cases:
Improper use of the handling system.
Non-observance of the instructions regarding installation, commissioning,
operation and maintenance.
Improper assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance.
Repairs and design changes carried out without prior technical instructions
of Afag Automation AG.
Removing the serial number from the product.
Non-observance of the EC Machinery Directive, the Accident Prevention
Regulations, the Standards of the German Electrotechnology Association
(VDE) and these safety and assembly instructions.
1.5 Liability
No changes shall be made to the bowl feeders unless described in this manual
or approved in writing by Afag.
Afag accepts no liability for unauthorized changes or improper assembly,
installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance or repair work.

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2 Safety instructions
2.1 General
This chapter provides an overview of all important safety aspects to ensure safe
and proper use of the bowl feeders and optimal protection of personnel.
Safe handling and trouble-free operation of the bowl feeder requires knowledge
of the basic safety regulations.
Every person carrying out installation, commissioning, maintenance work or
operating the bowl feeder must have read and understood the complete user
manual, especially the chapter on safety instructions.
Beyond this, there are rules and regulations regarding accident prevention that
are applicable to the place of installation which must be observed.
Failure to follow the directions and safety instructions given in this instructions
manual may result in serious hazards.
2.2 Intended use
The Afag bowl feeders WV are exclusively designed for storing, conveying,
separating and sorting workpieces of different dimensions, design forms and
material variants.
The following uses of the WV are considered as improper use :
Use in damp and wet areas
Use at temperatures below 10°C or above 45°C
Use in areas with highly flammable media
Use in areas with explosive media
Use in heavily polluted or dusty environments
Use in aggressive environment (e.g., salty atmosphere)
The intended use of the module also includes:
observance of all instructions given in this manual.

compliance with the inspection and maintenance work and the
specifications in the data sheets,
using only original spare parts.

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2.3 Foreseeable misuse
Any use other than or beyond the intended use described above is considered
a misuse of the bowl feeder WV.
2.4 Obligations of the operator and the personnel
2.4.1 Follow these instructions
A basic prerequisite for safe and proper handling of the bowl feeders is a good
knowledge of the basic safety instructions.
This manual, in particular the safety instructions contained therein, must be
observed by all persons working with the bowl feeder.
2.4.2 Obligations of the operating company
In addition to the safety instructions given in this manual, the operating company
must comply with the safety accident prevention and environmental protection
regulations valid for the field of application of the bowl feeder.
The operating company is required to use only personnel who :
have the necessary professional qualifications and experience,
are familiar with the basic rules regarding occupational safety and accident
prevention,
have been instructed in the correct handling of the bowl feeder,
have read and understood these operating instructions.
The operating company is also required to:
monitor on an ongoing basis that the personnel work safely considering any
potential hazard involved and the assembly instructions are observed,
ensure that the assembly instructions are always kept at hand at the
installation in which the bowl feeder is mounted,
observe and communicate universally applicable laws and regulations
regarding accident prevention and environmental protection,
provide the necessary personal protective equipment (e.g., protective
gloves) and instruct the personnel to wear it.
WARNING
Risk of injury if the bowl feeder WV is not used for its intended use or if
it is foreseeable used incorrectly!
The improper use of the bowl feeder WV poses a potential hazard to the
personnel.
The bowl feeders may only be used in a technically perfect condition in
accordance with its intended use and the instructions in this manual as well
as in compliance with the safety requirements!

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2.4.3 Obligations of the personnel
All personnel working with the modules are required to:
read and observe these assembly instructions, especially the chapter on
safety,
observe the occupational safety and accident prevention regulations,
observe all safety and warning signs on the modules,
refrain from any activity that might compromise safety and health.
In addition, the personnel must wear the personal protective equipment
required for carrying out their work (chap. 2.6).
2.5 Personnel requirements
2.5.1 Personnel qualification
The activities described in the assembly instructions require specific requisites
at the level of professional qualifications of the personnel.
Personnel not having the required qualification will not be able to asses the risks
that may arise from the use of the bowl feeder thus exposing himself and others
to the risk of serious injury. Therefore, only qualified personnel may be permitted
to carry out the described activities on the bowl feeder.
These operating instructions are intended for skilled personnel (installers,
system integrators, maintenance personnel, technicians), electricians and
operating personnel.
The following is a description of the professional skills (qualifications) required
for carrying out the different activities:
Qualified personnel:
Qualified personnel with appropriate training who are qualified due to their
special know-how and fully familiar with the machine and who have been given
instructions on how to carry out the task entrusted to them safely.
Qualified electrician:
Persons who have obtained their electrical qualifications through appropriate
professional training and complementary courses that enables them to identify
risks and prevent possible hazards resulting from electricity.
Operator (trained personnel):
Authorized persons
who due to their specialized professional training,
expertise and experience can identify
risks and preventing possible hazards
arising from the use of the machine.

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2.6 Personal protective equipment (PPE)
The personal protective equipment serves to protect the personnel from hazards
affecting their safety and health at work.
When working on/with the bowl feeder, the personnel must use the protective
equipment assigned by the safety officer of the operating company or as
required by safety regulations. In addition, the personnel are required to:
wear the personal protective equipment provided by the operating company
(employer),
check the personal protective equipment for proper condition, and
immediately notify the person responsible on site of any defects found on the
personal protective equipment.
2.7 Changes and modifications
No changes may be made to the WV which have not been described in these
operating instructions or approved in writing Afag Automation AG.
Exceptions to this are the processes described in chap. 6.2.4 "Assembly of
the bowl" and chap. 9.5 "Device-specific adjustment".
Afag Automation AG accepts no liability for unauthorised changes or improper
assembly, installation, commissioning, maintenance or repair work.
The bowl feeders may not be changed or modified in any way, except with
the prior written consent of Afag.
2.8 General hazards / residual risks
Despite the safe design of the WV and the technical protective measures taken,
there still remain residual risks that cannot be avoided, and which present a non-
obvious residual risk when operating the rotary modules.
Observe the safety instructions in this chapter and in the other sections of this
manual to avoid damage to property and dangerous situations for the personnel.
2.8.1 General hazards at the workplace
The bowl feeder WV has been built according to the state-of-the-art and the
applicable health and safety requirements. However, improper use of the bowl
feeder may cause the following hazards to the personnel:
danger to life and limb of the operator or third parties,
on the modules themselves,
property damage.

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Always keep the operating instructions ready at hand at the workplace!
Please, also observe:
the general and local regulations on accident prevention and environmental
protection,
the safety information sheet for the bowl feeder.
2.8.2 Danger due to electricity
2.8.3 Mechanical hazards
WARNING
Danger - Do not use in unsuitable environment !
The WV are designed for use in non-explosive atmospheres.
Do not use the WV feeders in potentially explosive atmospheres!
CAUTION
Risk of injuries due to uncontrolled parts movements!
When operating the WV uncontrolled movements may occur which can cause
personal injury or property damage.
Only qualified personnel may work with or on the WV.
Read this manual carefully before carrying out any work on or with the WV.
WARNING
Danger! Risk of electric shock!
If work on electrical components is required, ensure that the work is carried
out properly, failure to do so will cause serious or fatal injuries.
Work on the machine's electrical equipment may only be performed by
skilled electrician or trained personnel under the supervision of a skilled
electrician in accordance with all relevant electrical regulations.
CAUTION
Danger of injury by moving components!
Limbs can be crushed by moving components!
Work on and with the WV may only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Never reach into the system during normal operation!

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2.8.4 Danger due to alternating magnetic fields
2.8.5 Noise hazards
DANGER
Danger due to alternating magnetic fields!
The alternating magnetic fields occurring in the immediate vicinity of the HLF
can affect the proper functioning of e.g., pacemakers and defibrillators.
Persons with a pacemaker must keep a safe distance from WV (15 cm
outside the WV and 20 cm above the WV)
(distance implant to field
source).
CAUTION
Noise hazards!
In certain cases, an impermissible noise level may result (e.g., when opening
the lid of the noise protection hood for filling or refilling the parts).
Wear hearing protection during noise-critical activities!

Technical data
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3 Technical data
3.1 Dimensional drawing WV401-1 / WV 402-1
Fig. 1 Dimensional drawing - WV401-1 / WV402-1

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3.2 Technical data WV401-1 / WV 402-1

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3.3 Accessories
3.3.1 Mounting parts
3.3.2 Adjustment aids
Designation Drive type Order Number
Distance gauges WV 401-1 50201935
WV 402-1 50201938
3.3.3 Controller
Type Power supply Order Number Note
IRG1-S 230V/50Hz 50360105 Control without timer function
External setpoint setting
- -
MSG801 230V/50Hz -
115V/60Hz 50391818 Sensor feed, timer function,
valve and interface outputs
MSG802 230V/50Hz -
115V/60Hz 50391819 Sensor feed
For more information on the controller, see chap. 6.3 and the controller manufacturer's
instructions.
Designation Type Order Number
Centring angle - 50197375
Spacers
5mm 50021483
10mm 50021486
20mm 50021484

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4 Transport, packaging and storage
4.1 Safety instructions
The bowl feeders are packed in the original packaging (cardboard box).
Carefully remove the bowl feeder from the original packaging.
4.2 Scope of supply
The corresponding documentation is supplied with each bowl feeder (e.g.,
operating and installation instructions, etc.).
Fig. 2 Scope of delivery WV
[Unt] Designation
1 x Bowl feeder WV
1 x Operating & Installation Instructions
CAUTION
Danger of injury due to improper transport equipment!
The improper use of transport equipment such as industrial trucks, overhead
cranes, slings) can lead to injuries (e.g., crushing)!
Observe transport and assembly instructions.
Use the means of transport properly!
NOTICE
Damage to property due to improper lifting!
The bowl feeder must not be lifted by the feed bowl or the arrangement
elements! This can damage the bowl feeder!
Lift the bowl feeder only at the base plate using suitable lifting equipment!
Attach the lifting device to the threaded hole of the base plate.

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4.3 Transport
No liability can be assumed for damages caused by improper installation on
the part of the operating company.
The following conditions must be complied with for transport and storage:
Storage temperature: 0-50 °C
Relative air humidity: < 90%, non condensing
4.4 Packaging
The bowl feeder is transported in the Afag Automation AG transport packaging.
If no Afag packaging is used, the bowl feeder must be packed in such a way
that it is protected against shocks and dust.
4.5 Storage
If the bowl feeder is stored for an extended period, observe the following:
Store the bowl feeder in the transport packaging.
Do not store the telescope spindle axes outdoors or expose them to weather
conditions.
The storage space must be dry and dust free.
Room temperature of the storage space: 0-50 °C.
Relative air humidity: < 90% non condensing
Protect the bowl feeder from dirt and dust.
NOTICE
Risk to the environment due to incorrect disposal of the packaging
material!
Environmental damage can be caused by incorrect disposal of the packaging
material.
Dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally sensitive way in
accordance with the local environmental regulations.

Design and description
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5 Design and description
5.1 Structure of the WV401-1 – WV402-1
Fig. 3Structure of the bowl feeder WV401-1/ WV402-1
The WV is a vibratory conveyor that converts electromagnetic vibrations and
uses them to transport workpieces.
The WV works by exploiting resonance behaviour, which keeps energy
consumption to a minimum.
The bowl feeder WV is used in conjunction with a bowl for storing, transporting,
separating and sorting bulk goods.
The transport movement is generated by vibration. Here, the parts are moved
in the transport direction by micro-jumps.
The bowl feeders are to be operated in combination with an Afag controller.
Only in this combination can optimum conveying behaviour be guaranteed.
Alignment element
Drive
Feeding bowl

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5.2 Description of the bowl feeder WV
Fig. 4 Bowl feeder basic structure
1. Feeding bowl 5. Anchor
2. Conveyed material 6. Counterweight
3. Spring assembly 7. Rubber buffer
4. Drive magnet
The drive magnet (4) is connected to the counter mass (6) and generates a
force that attracts or releases the anchor (5) depending on the oscillation
frequency of the power supply.
As the magnetic anchor is connected to the feeding bowl, it also follows the
frequenting movement. Due to the angle of inclination of the leaf spring, the
conveyed material lifts off the conveyor track with each oscillation and performs
small throwing movements (micro throwing) in a perpendicular direction to the
leaf spring plane.
The WV performs 100 oscillations per second with an AC mains supply of 50Hz,
as the vibrating solenoid attracts the magnetic anchor with both positive and
negative current pulses. This 100 Hz oscillation is necessary to achieve a
smooth or gentle transport.
However, for heavy or larger workpieces, it is necessary to use a vibration
frequency of 50-Hz. A half wave of the mains supply is thereby blocked.
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