BVL V-MIX Fix Plus User manual

English
Operating manual
Type of manual Operat-
ing manual
Machine designation V-MIX
Fix Plus
MachineNo 101105
MachineType Ma-
chine
Revision status 5
CustomerName Ber-
nard van Lengerich
CustomerNameAffix
Maschinenfa
brik GmbH & Co. KG
CustomerAddress
Grenzstraße
16
CustomerLocation D-
48488 Emsbüren
CustomerPhone +49
(0)5903 951-0
CustomerFax +49
(0)5903 951-34
CustomerEmail in-
[e-mail]
CustomerURL
http://www.
bvl-group.de
DocuStatus 02.19
CustomerPOBox
Postfach
1154
Year of Manufacture 2019
www.bvl-group.de
V-MIX Fix Plus
Rev. 5 / 02.19 Item.No. 109165
Printed in Germany –
Translation of the original operating manual
Read and follow this operating manual before putting the machine into operation for the first time!
Store for future reference!

Declaration of Conformity
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EC Declaration of Conformity
According to EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II A
The manufacturer:
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Grenzstraße 16
D-48488 Emsbüren
hereby declares the machine named below:
Make: V-MIX mixer wagon
Type: Fix Plus
Machine number: ……………………………….
is in conformity with the provisions of the following EC directives:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
Harmonized standards and technical specifications:
EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk
reduction (ISO 12100:2010)
EN ISO 13857:2008 Safety of machinery - Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached
by upper and lower limbs (ISO 13857:2008)
EN 349:1993+A1:2008 Safety of machinery - Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the hu-
man body
EN ISO 4413:2010 Hydraulic fluid power - General rules and safety requirements for systems and
their components (ISO 4413:2010)
The entity authorized to compile the relevant technical documents is Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Tel.: [phone]
Emsbüren, on 02/06/19
Bernard van Lengerich, Managing Director

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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
Email: [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 operating manual
Document number: 109165
Date created: 02.19
Copyright Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, 2019
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 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 operating manual before 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 operating manual apply to your specific machine. Special equipment is
identified in this operating manual.
If you have any questions on how to handle your machine or regarding this 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 review
Dear reader,
our operating manuals are revised on a regular basis. You help us increase the user friendliness of our
operating manuals by sending us your tips and recommendations on 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 8
1.1 Purpose of this operating manual 8
1.2 Storing the operating manual 8
1.3 Locational information in this operating manual 8
1.4 Illustrations used 9
1.5 Terms used 9
2Safety instructions 10
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner 10
2.2 Organizational measures 10
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner 11
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator 11
2.2.3 Qualification of the personnel 12
2.2.4 Intended use 13
2.2.5 Reasonably foreseeable misuse 13
2.3 Product safety 14
2.3.1 Safe operation of the machine 14
2.3.2 Safety devices and guards 14
2.3.3 Structural modifications 14
2.3.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies 15
2.3.5 Warranty and liability 15
2.4 General safety instructions 16
2.4.1 General information on safety and accident prevention 16
2.4.2 Use of the machine 16
2.4.3 Hydraulic system 17
2.4.4 Electrical system 17
2.4.5 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 18
2.5 Action-related safety instructions and important information 19
2.5.1 Action-related safety instructions 19
2.5.2 Important information 20
2.6 Warnings and instructions 20
2.6.1 Warnings 21
2.6.2 Instructions 25
2.6.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions 26
2.7 Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings 30
3Technical data 31
3.1 V-MIX Fix Plus 6.5-1S to 15-1S 31
3.2 V-MIX Fix Plus 13-2S to 25-2S 32
3.3 Type plate and CE mark 33
3.4 Hydraulic unit 33
3.5 Capacity limits 34
3.6 Operating fluids 34
3.7 Information on noise generation 34
4Design and function 35
4.1 Overview of the V-MIX Fix Plus 35
4.2 V-MIX Fix Plus –Overview of assemblies 36
4.3 Mixing hopper 37
4.4 Ladder and inspection window 37
4.5 Anti-spill ring 38

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4.6 Mixing and dispenser unit 39
4.6.1 Mixing auger with cutting blades 40
4.7 Discharge area (discharge opening) 41
4.8 Conveyor belt (optional) 42
4.9 Cross conveyor (optional) 42
4.10 Counter blades 43
4.11 Weighing system (optional) 44
4.12 Hydraulic unit (optional) 45
4.12.1 Electrohydraulic control block 45
4.13 Hydraulic hand pump (optional) 46
4.14 Control switch cabinet 47
4.14.1 Main switch 48
4.14.2 Emergency stop button 48
4.14.3 Operating elements and controls 49
4.14.4 Display 50
4.15 Safety devices and guards 52
4.15.1 Cover aprons 52
4.15.2 Block ball valve 53
4.15.3 Motor and main drive shaft protective plates 53
4.15.4 Emergency stop button 53
5Transport, setup, and initial commissioning 54
5.1 Scope of delivery as supplied 54
5.2 Loading and unloading the machine using lifting devices 55
5.3 Machine setup 56
5.4 Connecting the electrical system 58
5.5 Checking the machine for proper operation 58
6Use and operation 59
6.1 Switching the machine on 59
6.1.1 Switching on after emergency stop or fault 59
6.2 Starting and ending the mixing process 60
6.3 Filling the mixing hopper 61
6.3.1 Recommended order during filling 62
6.4 Discharging fodder 63
6.4.1 Removing clogs 65
6.5 Starting and ending cleaning mode 66
7Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 67
7.1 Cleaning 68
7.2 Lubricating 68
7.2.1 Lubrication points 69
7.3 Maintenance schedule –overview 70
7.4 Oil change at the gear unit 71
7.4.1 Gear unit Brevini ECS1512 72
7.4.2 Gear unit Brevini EM1065 73
7.4.3 Gear unit Comer PGA1602 74
7.4.4 Reduction gearbox BvL 108960 (special equipment) 75
7.5 Entering the mixing hopper 76
7.5.1 Discharge opening with protruding cover apron 77
7.5.2 Discharge opening with tight-fitting cover apron (optional) 78
7.5.3 Discharge opening with tight-fitting cover apron and conveyor belt (optional) 79
7.6 Installation and positioning of the mixing augers 79
7.7 Cutting blades of the mixing auger 80

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7.7.1 Sharpening cutting blades 80
7.7.2 Swiveling/replacing cutting blades 81
7.8 Hydraulic system 82
7.8.1 Checking the hydraulic oil level 83
7.8.2 Refilling hydraulic oil 83
7.8.3 Markings on hydraulic hose lines 84
7.8.4 Maintenance intervals 84
7.8.5 Inspection points for hydraulic hose lines 84
7.8.6 Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines 85
7.9 Conveyor belt (optional) 86
7.9.1 Belt connection 86
7.9.2 Tensioning/aligning the conveyor belt 86
7.10 Tightening torques for bolt joints 87
8Faults 88
9Appendix 89
9.1 Supplied third-party documents 89
9.2 Circuit diagrams 89
10 Index 90

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1 User information
The chapter User information provides you with information on how to use 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 Plus stationary mixer.

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2 Safety 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.
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.