Agreto VibroCounter User manual

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Manual
AGRETO VibroCounter
5.2.2019

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Content
1Introduction........................................................................................................... 3
2Scope of delivery .................................................................................................. 3
3Intended use......................................................................................................... 3
4Security................................................................................................................. 3
4.1 Safety instructions for the buyer......................................................................................3
4.2 Safety instructions for the operator .................................................................................4
4.3 Personal protective equipment .......................................................................................4
4.4 Residual risks..................................................................................................................4
5Technical specifications ....................................................................................... 5
6Assembly .............................................................................................................. 5
6.1 Positioning of the meter ..................................................................................................5
6.2 Mounting the mounting plate ..........................................................................................5
6.3 Attachment of the meter .................................................................................................6
6.4 Securing the meter..........................................................................................................6
7Working with the device........................................................................................ 7
8Maintenance and cleaning ................................................................................... 7
9Troubleshooting.................................................................................................... 8
9.1 Operating hours are not counted completely .................................................................8
9.2 Too many operating hours are counted..........................................................................8
9.3 Damage to the device.....................................................................................................8
10 Warranty ............................................................................................................... 9
11 Disposal................................................................................................................ 9
12 Imprint................................................................................................................. 10

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1Introduction
Thank you for choosing an AGRETO hour meter. You have acquired a robust
tool for daily use.
Please read this manual carefully before using the equipment.
2Scope of delivery
1 Display unit
1 Mounting plate set
Mounting parts
Manual
3Intended use
The AGRETO VibroCounter is designed to measure operating hours on all types
of machinery and equipment.
The activation takes place by vibration of the machine.
4Security
4.1 Safety instructions for the buyer
Important!
Make sure that every person who works for the first time with the
AGRETO VibroCounter, has read and understood this manual.

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4.2 Safety instructions for the operator
DANGER!
The AGRETO VibroCounter may only be operated by persons who
are familiar with the operation of the device.
CAUTION!
Keep the work area clean! Soiled areas contributes to accidents.
RISK!
Risk of injury from tip-over / fall and inattention while working with
the measuring instrument during getting on and off the tractor.
4.3 Personal protective equipment
WARNING!
For individuals who work with the device or reside in the working
area the wearing of safety shoes are required.
4.4 Residual risks
When using the device residual hazards for persons and objects may occur that
can‘t be prevented by design or technical protection measures.
WARNING!
The AGRETO VibroCounter must not be operated in explosive
areas

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5Technical specifications
Packaging dimensions: 220x160x50 mm (LxWxH)
Package weight: 450 g
Device dimensions: 73 x 52 x 33 mm (WxHxD)
Weight: 230 g
Dust and waterproof stainless steel housing
Six-digit display with 9 mm digit height
Power supply via permanently installed battery
Battery life approx. 10 years
6Assembly
6.1 Positioning of the meter
Choose a mounting location on the machine that is as protected as possible
from sunlight, moisture and heat but still accessible. The installation angle is not
relevant for the operation of the meter.
6.2 Mounting the mounting plate
Hold the mounting plate in the desired position to the desired mounting
location.
Use the mounting plate as a template and mark the 2 holes with a pin.
Hit a notch each with a center punch.
Option A
Drill the 2 holes with a 4.2mm diameter drill bit and deburr the 2
holes.
Use a M5 nut tap to cut a thread in each hole.
Use the 2 M5x12 screws and the 2 washers and screw the base
plate to the machine.

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Option B
Drill the 2 holes with a 5.5mm diameter drill and deburr the 2 holes.
Hold the threaded plate against the back of the holes. Use the 2
M5x12 screws and the 2 washers and screw the base plate to the
machine. For wall thicknesses greater than 6 mm, replace the
screws with longer ones.
6.3 Attachment of the meter
Hook the counter with the 2 slots into the notches at
the top of the mounting plate and place it on the base
plate.
Now you should check whether the counter counts as
desired in the selected position when operating your
machine. If not, you will need to look for a more
suitable mounting position.
ATTENTION: The meter is not secured yet - risk of loss!
6.4 Securing the meter
If the counter works perfectly at the position you have
selected, it will be fixed with the securing element.
Press the securing element from bottom to top into the slot
of the housing until it clicks into place.
ATTENTION: The meter can not be removed anymore.
If you want to use the meter on more than one machine, you
must install the meter on an additional plate that you can
change.

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7Working with the device
The VibroCounter is permanently switched on and continuously displays the
sum of the counted hours (0 to 99999) and minutes (00 to 59).
The flashing hyphen means that the counter is currently detecting a vibration
and adding up the time.
Once the count is activated, at least 2 minutes are counted. If no further
movement is detected within these 2 minutes, counting will stop after 2 minutes.
If another movement is detected within these 2 minutes, the minimum time of 2
minutes will start again.
The permanently lit hyphen means that the counter does not detect any
vibration at the moment and does not count time.
The counter has no control elements and thus no reset function or zeroing
function. In order to determine the operating hours of individual operations, note
the meter reading before and after each operation.
8Maintenance and cleaning
The VibroCounter basically does not require ongoing maintenance.
If the display is dirty, clean it for reading.
If the display brightness becomes too low, the battery life has expired and
the counter needs to be replaced.

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9Troubleshooting
9.1 Operating hours are not counted completely
It is likely that the vibrations on the machine are relatively low, so that the
necessary intensity for the count is not reached.
If possible, install the meter in a position where it is subject to greater
vibration.
9.2 Too many operating hours are counted
The machine is likely to be occasionally exposed to light vibrations at standstill,
which are recorded as operating hours.
If possible, mount the meter in a position where it is not subjected to any
movements at standstill.
9.3 Damage to the device
Contact the manufacturer or your dealer.

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10 Warranty
Over and above statutory warranty for AGRETO VibroCounter following warranty
provisions apply :
The AGRETO electronics GmbH guarantees the function and repairs or
replaces all the parts that have a material or manufacturing damage within
the warranty period.
Warranty services will be performed by the AGRETO electronics GmbH.
The decision on the existence of a warranty claim is sole responsibility of
the AGRETO electronics GmbH.
The warranty period begins with the first accounting to an end customer
and ends 5 years from this date of invoice.
Prerequisite for warranty service are the presentation of the original invoice
and compliance with all elements of this instruction manual.
Excluded from warranty are wear, normal wear and tear, damage due to
misuse, negligence or accident.
When processing a warranty claim transport costs incurred will be charged
to the buyer.
11Disposal
Dispose of the device as part of the final shutdown or parts of it
environmentally friendly and sorted (metal to the respective metal
scrap, plastic to the plastic waste, etc. - do not dispose as
household waste)!
Detailed information can be found in directive 2002/96 / EC

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12Imprint
All information, specifications and illustrations are as of 2019, subject to
technical changes or design changes.
All information in this manual are supplied without liability despite careful
preparation. A liability by the author is excluded.
Copyright © 2019, AGRETO electronics GmbH
AGRETO electronics GmbH
Pommersdorf 11
A-3820 Raabs
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Internet: www.agreto.com