BVL V-MIX Fix Plus User instructions

Machine V-Mix Fix
MachineNo 106924
MachineType
Version Rev. 0 / 10.14
CustomerName Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Date created 10/21/2014
File name BA_101105_DE
Supplement1 Machine
Supplement2
Year of manufacture
BA (this manual)
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Item no. 105625
DocuType: Operating manual
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Assembly and Operating Manual
V-MIX FIX Plus
Rev. 2/ 08.17 Item. no. 106924
Printed in Germany –
Translation of the original assembly and operating manual
Read and follow this assembly and operating manual before putting the machine into operation for
the first time! Store for future reference!
www.bvl-group.de
English

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Identification data
Enter the identification data of the machine here.
The identification data is specified on the type plate.
Machine number: ________________________________
Type: ________________________________
Year of manufacture: ________________________________
Manufacturer's address
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Operations: Grenzstrasse 16
Post address: Postfach 1154
D-48488 Emsbüren
Tel : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
Internet: http://www.bvl-group.de
E-mail: [e-mail]
Spare part orders / Service
For the address, see the manufacturer's address
Tel.: [phone]
Fax.: + 49 (0) 5903 951-37
Mobile: + 49 (0) 172 281 63 22
Internet: http://www.bvl-group.de
Email: [e-mail]
When ordering spare parts, always provide the series, type, machine number and the year of manufac-
ture of your machine.
Formal information about this assembly and operating manual
Document number: 106924
Date created: 08.17
Copyright Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, 2014
All rights reserved.
Reprints, even in excerpts, only with the written permission of Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik
GmbH & Co. KG.

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Preface
Dear Customer,
You selected a quality product from the extensive product range of Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG. We would like to thank you for putting your trust in us.
After receiving your machine, verify that no transport damage has occurred and that all parts are present!
Use the delivery note to check if the shipment of your machine is complete and also includes the special
equipment you ordered. Claims for damages cannot be accepted unless submitted without delay!
Read and observe this assembly and operating manual and, in particular, the safety instructions before
putting your equipment into operation. After reading this information carefully, you can immediately start
enjoying all the benefits of your recently purchased machine.
Make sure that all personnel operating the machine have read this assembly and operating manual be-
fore putting the machine into operation.
Special equipment is available for all machines. When customizing your machine, you may find that not
all descriptions contained in this assembly and operating manual apply to your specific machine. Special
equipment is identified in this assembly and operating manual.
If you have any questions on how to handle your machine or regarding this assembly and operating
manual, please contact us.
Regular maintenance and the timely exchange of worn or damaged parts will increase the service life of
your machine.
User evaluation
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how we can improve them. Please submit your suggestions by fax.
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Operations: Grenzstrasse 16
Post address: Postfach 1154
D-48488 Emsbüren
Tel : [phone]
Fax : [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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Contents
1User information 7
1.1 Purpose of this operating manual 7
1.2 Storing the operating manual 7
1.3 Locational information in this operating manual 7
1.4 Illustrations used 8
1.5 Terms used 8
2Safety instructions 9
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner 9
2.2 Organizational measures 10
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner 10
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator 10
2.2.3 Qualification of the personnel 11
2.2.4 Intended use 12
2.2.5 Misuse 12
2.3 Product safety 13
2.3.1 Safe operation of the machine 13
2.3.2 Safety devices and guards 13
2.3.3 Structural modifications 13
2.3.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies 13
2.3.5 Warranty and liability 14
2.4 General safety instructions 15
2.4.1 General information on safety and accident prevention 15
2.4.2 Use of the machine 15
2.4.3 Hydraulic system 16
2.4.4 Electrical system 16
2.4.5 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 17
2.5 Action-related safety instructions and important information 18
2.5.1 Action-related safety instructions 18
2.5.2 Important information 19
2.6 Warnings and instructions 20
2.6.1 Warnings 20
2.6.2 Instructions 23
2.6.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions 25
2.7 Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings 26
3Technical data 27
3.1 V-MIX Fix Plus 8-1S to 15-1S 27
3.2 V-MIX Fix Plus 13-2S to 24-2S 27
3.3 Type plate and machine number 28
3.4 Hydraulic unit 28
3.5 Capacity limits 28
3.6 Operating fluids 29
3.7 Information on noise generation 29
4Design and function 30
4.1 V-MIX Fix at a glance 30
4.2 V-Mix Fix –Overview of assemblies 31
4.3 Mixing hopper 31
4.4 Mixing and dispenser unit 32
4.4.1 Mixing auger with cutting blades 33
4.5 Anti-spill ring 34
4.6 Counter blades 35

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4.7 Discharge area (discharge opening) 36
4.8 Ladder and inspection window 37
4.9 Conveyor belt (optional) 37
4.10 Weighing system (optional) 38
4.11 Hydraulic unit (optional) 38
4.11.1 Electrohydraulic control block 39
4.12 Hydraulic hand pump (optional) 39
4.13 Safety devices and guards 40
4.13.1 Cover aprons 40
4.13.2 Block ball valve 40
4.13.3 Motor and main drive shaft protective plates 41
5Transport, setup, and initial commissioning 42
5.1 Scope of delivery as supplied 42
5.2 Loading and unloading the machine 43
5.3 Machine setup 43
5.4 Connecting the electrical system 45
5.5 Checking the machine for proper operation 45
6Use and operation 46
6.1 Operation of the machine 46
6.2 Filling the mixing hopper 47
6.2.1 Recommended order during filling 48
6.3 Discharging fodder 48
6.3.1 Removing clogs 50
7Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 51
7.1 Cleaning 52
7.2 Lubricating 52
7.2.1 The lubrication chart at a glance 52
7.2.2 Lubrication points –overview 53
7.3 Maintenance schedule –overview 54
7.4 Oil change in the gear unit 55
7.4.1 Gear unit ECS 1512 56
7.4.2 Gear unit PGA 1602 57
7.5 Replacing shear bolt of the shear bolt coupling 58
7.6 Entering the mixing hopper 59
7.7 Cutting blades of the mixing auger Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.
7.7.1 Sharpening cutting blades 62
7.7.2 Swiveling/replacing cutting blades 63
7.8 Hydraulic system 64
7.8.1 Checking the hydraulic oil level 65
7.8.2 Refilling hydraulic oil 66
7.8.3 Markings on hydraulic hose lines 66
7.8.4 Maintenance intervals 67
7.8.5 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines 67
7.8.6 Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines 68
7.9 Conveyor belt (optional) 69
7.9.1 Belt connection 69
7.9.2 Tensioning/aligning the conveyor belt 69
7.10 Tightening torques for bolt joints 70

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8Faults 71
9Appendix 72
9.1 EC Declaration of Incorporation 72
9.2 Supplied third-party manufacturer documentation 73
10 Index 74

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1User information
The chapter on user information provides you with information to assist you when using the operating
manual of the incomplete V-Mix Fix Plus machine. The incomplete V-Mix Fix Plus machine is also re-
ferred to as "machine" later in this operating manual.
1.1 Purpose of this operating manual
This operating manual:
describes how to operate, clean, service and repair the machine,
provides important information on how to handle the machine in a safe and efficient way.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
1.2 Storing the operating manual
The operating manual is part of the machine. Therefore, store this operating manual:
at the machine at all times,
for future reference.
If selling the machine, pass this operating manual on to the purchaser.
1.3 Locational information in this operating manual
Fig. 1-1
(1) Front side (drive side)
(3) Rear side
(2) Left side
(4) Right side
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1.4 Illustrations used
Instructions for actions and responses
Actions that need to be carried out following a specific sequence are identified as numbered instructions
for action.
Strictly adhere to this order. In certain cases, the result of the instruction for action will be marked with an
arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction for action 1
→Result of instruction for action 1
2. Instruction for action 2
Lists
Unordered lists are displayed as lists with bullet points.
Example:
Item 1
Item 2
Item numbers in illustrations
Figures included in round brackets refer to the item numbers included in the adjoining illustration.
Example (1)
Item 1 in the adjoining illustration
1.5 Terms used
The term ...
signifies ...
Work tools
... the gear motor, the gear unit, the mixing auger, and the cutting blades.
third parties
… all persons other than the operator.
Hazard
... the source of a potential injury or damage to a person's health.
Manufacturer
... Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG.
Machine
… the V-MIX Fix stationary mixer.

Safety instructions
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2Safety instructions
This chapter contains important information for the owner and the operator on how to operate the ma-
chine in a safe and trouble-free manner.
Observe all safety instructions provided in this operating manual!
Most accidents are caused due to a failure to observe the simplest of safety rules.
You help prevent accidents by observing all safety instructions provided in this operating
manual.
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner
This machine has been constructed according to the latest technological standards and the recognized
safety and accident prevention regulations. Regardless, using the machine carries certain risks and may
impair:
the life and limb of the operator or third parties,
for the machine itself,
other material assets.
Observe the following to ensure the operational safety of the machine:
this operating manual, in particular:
othe general safety instructions, the action-related safety instructions, and the instructions for
actions,
othe information on proper use.
the warnings attached to the machine,
all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as well as
environmental protection,
Do not operate the machine unless all of its safety features are in proper working order.

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2.2 Organizational measures
The operating manual:
must always be stored at the location of the machine,
must be freely accessible to operator and maintenance personnel at all times.
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner
The owner is required to:
observe all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as
well as environmental protection,
limit work with/on the machine to personnel who:
oare familiar with all general safety and accident-prevention regulations,
ohave been instructed in how to work with/on the machine,
ohave read and understood this operating manual.
keep all warnings attached to the machine legible at all times,
replace damaged warnings,
provide the necessary personnel protective equipment such as:
osafety goggles,
owork gloves,
osafety shoes,
oprotective suit,
oskin protection, etc.
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator
Before commencing work, all personnel designated to work with/on the machine are required to:
observe all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as
well as environmental protection,
read and observe chapter "Qualification of the personnel", starting on page 11 of this assembly and
operating manual,
read the chapter "Warnings and instructions", starting on page 20 of this assembly and operating
manual and observe it while operating the machine,
become familiar with the machine,
read the chapters in this operating manual that are essential for the execution of the work tasks they
have been assigned.
If detecting that a fixture is no longer fully compliant with the safety regulations, the operator is required
to remedy this defect immediately. If the correction of a fault is not part of the operator's responsibilities
or the operator lacks the necessary expertise, the operator must report the defect to his supervisor or the
owner.