Fast & Fluid Management GA450 User manual

V. 2.2 Fast & Fluid Management B. V.
PO Box 220
2170 AE Sassenheim
The Netherlands
www.fast-fluid.com
Manual GA450

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Table of Contents
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Table of Contents
1 About this manual......................................................................................................... 5
1.1 How to work with the manual .......................................................................................... 5
1.2 Record of changes ......................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety ............................................................................................................................. 7
2.1 Intended use ................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Liability ............................................................................................................................ 7
2.3 User qualification for installation ..................................................................................... 7
2.4 CE certification ............................................................................................................... 7
2.5 Safety symbols on the machine ...................................................................................... 8
2.6 Labels on the machine ................................................................................................... 8
2.7 Safety symbols in the manual ......................................................................................... 8
2.8 Disposal of the machine ................................................................................................. 9
3 Operator manual ......................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Description .................................................................................................................... 11
3.1.1 Overview of the machine.................................................................................... 11
3.1.2 Overview of the control panel............................................................................. 12
3.1.3 Type plate: serial number................................................................................... 12
3.1.4 Type plate: details .............................................................................................. 12
3.2 Operation ...................................................................................................................... 13
3.2.1 Turning on the machine...................................................................................... 13
3.2.2 Turning on the machine when the machine is in hybernation ............................ 13
3.2.3 Normal mix procedure ........................................................................................ 13
3.2.4 Placing the can................................................................................................... 13
3.2.5 Start the machine ............................................................................................... 15
3.2.6 Remove the can ................................................................................................. 15
3.2.7 Stop the operation manually............................................................................... 16
3.2.8 Adjust the mix speed .......................................................................................... 16
3.2.9 Adjust the mix time ............................................................................................. 17
3.3 General cleaning: after every operation ....................................................................... 18
3.4 Periodic maintenance: weekly ...................................................................................... 18
3.5 Periodic maintenance: monthly .................................................................................... 18
3.6 Remove spilled paint .................................................................................................... 19

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4 Installation ...................................................................................................................21
4.1 Unpack the machine ..................................................................................................... 21
4.1.1 Remove the cardboard....................................................................................... 21
4.1.2 Remove the plastic protection and foil ............................................................... 21
4.1.3 Remove the transport brackets .......................................................................... 22
4.1.4 Dispose of the packaging material ..................................................................... 22
4.2 Put the machine in position .......................................................................................... 22
4.2.1 Move the machine from the pallet ...................................................................... 22
4.2.2 Move the machine to the final location ............................................................... 23
4.2.3 Level the machine .............................................................................................. 23
4.3 Finish the installation .................................................................................................... 23
5 Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................... 25
5.1 General troubleshooting procedure .............................................................................. 25
5.2 Contact service ............................................................................................................. 25
5.3 Troubleshooting guide .................................................................................................. 26
5.3.1 Easy-to-solve errors ........................................................................................... 26
5.3.2 Clamp plate errors.............................................................................................. 26
5.3.3 Inverter errors..................................................................................................... 26
5.3.4 Software errors................................................................................................... 27
5.4 Reset after an emergency stop .................................................................................... 27
5.5 Start again after a power failure ................................................................................... 27
5.6 Restart the machine ..................................................................................................... 27
6 Technical data ............................................................................................................. 29
6.1 General specifications .................................................................................................. 29
6.2 Dimensions and mass .................................................................................................. 29
6.3 Ambient conditions ....................................................................................................... 29
6.4 Noise level .................................................................................................................... 29
6.5 Safety classifications .................................................................................................... 30
6.6 Electrical specifications ................................................................................................ 30
6.7 Electrical diagram ......................................................................................................... 31

About this manual GA450 V. 2.2
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1 About this manual
The manual shows the information necessary to:
-install
- operate
- perform basic maintenance
- correct small problems
The GA450 and all its versions are referred to in the manual as the ’machine’.
This manual contains the original instructions. The original language of the manual is English.
1.1 How to work with the manual
1. Familiarize yourself with the structure and content.
2. Read the safety chapter in detail and make sure you understand all the instructions. See § 2.
3. Carry out the actions completely and in the given sequence.
1.2 Record of changes
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Edition Editor Check Date Description
1.0 TB MV 07/2010 First edition
2.0 ET TB 09/2012 Updated edition
2.2 ET TB 07/2013 Updated edition

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Safety GA450 V. 2.2
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The machine is designed to mix paint in a can. Any other use of the machine is strictly forbidden.
2.2 Liability
Our machines and accessories are fully compliant with the CE regulations. Any modification can result in not
fulfilling the CE safety requirements and is therefore not allowed. Fast & Fluid Management B.V. will not accept
any responsibility in case of modifications to machines and/or accessories.
Fast & Fluid Management B.V. is not liable if you do not follow the rules below:
- Do not use a damaged machine. When you have doubts, contact your supplier. See § 5.1.
- The machine is for indoors use only.
- Install and connect the machine according to the instructions in this manual.
- Observe all local safety regulations.
- Connect the machine to a grounded wall socket.
- Keep the machine in good condition. Make sure that defective parts are immediately replaced.
- This machine may only be used for commercial settings. The machine is not a household appliance.
- Make sure that the machine is installed as prescribed in this manual
- Replace parts only with original Fast & Fluid Management B.V. spare parts.
All maintenance beyond the scope of this manual must be carried out by a qualified service technician that Fast
& Fluid Management B.V. has trained and certified.
2.3 User qualification for installation
Only install the machine if you have written permission from the supplier of the machine.
2.4 CE certification
The machine is CE certified. This means that the machine complies with the essential requirements concerning
safety. The directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on www.fast-fluid.com.
WARNING
Read the manual before you install or use the machine. Failure to do so can
result in personal injury, death or property damage.

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2.5 Safety symbols on the machine
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2.6 Labels on the machine
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2.7 Safety symbols in the manual
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Read the manual. Electrical hazard. Read the manual.
Central earthing point. Pinch hazard.
Electrical hazard. Rotating parts.
On-Off
Upper and lower shield instruction.
When can diameter > Ø39 cm : remove shield
When can diameter > Ø40,2 cm and
height <28 cm : use adapters
WARNING
Can cause personal injury.
WARNING
Pinch hazard.
CAUTION
Can cause damage to the machine.
Note
Shows further information.

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2.8 Disposal of the machine
1. Sort the machine, the accessories and the packaging for
environmentally friendly recycling.
2. Do not dispose of the machine into domestic waste. Dispose
of the machine according to local regulations.

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Operator manual GA450 V. 2.2
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3 Operator manual
3.1 Description
3.1.1 Overview of the machine
A: Door
B: Casing
C: Control panel. See also § 3.1.2.
D: Emergency stop
E: Wheel
F: Adjustable foot
G: Can plate (bottom)
H: Can table
I: Drain orifice
J: Can plate (top)
K: Type plate. See also § 3.1.4.
L: Net entry
M: Main switch
C
D
E
F
G
I
J
H
A
B
K
L M

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3.1.2 Overview of the control panel
A: Stop/Up key
B: Program key
C: T1 key (Time 1)
D: T2 key (Time 2)
E: T3 key (Time 3)
F: S-key (mix speed)
G: Display
3.1.3 Type plate: serial number
3.1.4 Type plate: details
Note
The function of the T1 to T3 keys changes when you
adjust the default values of the machine. See also §
3.2.8 and § 3.2.9.
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B G A
C D E F
Fast & Fluid Management B.V.
IDEX Dispensing
P.O. Box 220
2170 AE Sassenheim
The Netherlands
THE TINTING COMPANY
FAST FLUID
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Model
XXXXX-XXX
Prod. Week XX-XXXX
Serial No.
XXXXX-XX-XXXXXX
Fast & Fluid Management B.V.
IDEX Dispensing
P.O. Box 220
2170 AE Sassenheim
The Netherlands
THE TINTING COMPANY
FAST FLUID
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XXX V XX Hz XXX W
Model XXXXX-XXX
Serial no. XXXXX-XX-XXXXXX
Prod. week XX-XXXX
Mass XXX XX
Fuse XX XX
Design
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Made in XXXXXXXXX

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3.2 Operation
3.2.1 Turning on the machine
1. Connect the power cable to the grouned wall socket.
2. Make sure that the emergency stop is released.
3. Set the Main switch to ‘ON’. When the machine is on, you
hear two ‘beeps’ and the display shows ‘...’.
4. Press the Stop/Up key. When the machine is operational, the
display shows ‘rdY’.
3.2.2 Turning on the machine when the machine is in hybernation
When the machine is in hybernation, the display shows ‘.’
1. Press the Stop/Up key. When the machine is operational, the
display shows ‘rdY’.
3.2.3 Normal mix procedure
1. Place the can. See § 3.2.4.
2. Adjust the default mix speed and time, if necessary. See §
3.2.8 and § 3.2.9.
3. Start the machine, See § 3.2.5.
4. Remove the can. See § 3.2.7.
3.2.4 Placing the can
Pull out the can table
1. Open the door.
2. Pull up the handle (A) to unlock the can table (B).
3. Pull out the can table until you hear a ‘click’. The can table is
locked.
WARNING
Only push the emergency stop in the case of a safety emergency.
B
A
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2

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Place the can
1. Put one or more cans (A) in the centre of the can table, or in
a pattern that has its gravitational centre in the middle of the
can table.
2. If the can plates are too close to each other, press the Stop/
Up key until you can place the can.
3. If you mix more than one can at the same time, make sure
that the can handles can not move. Use self-adhesive tape,
for example.
If you mix one can:
1. Retain the can handle with the provided elastic band.
A A
A A
A
A
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WARNING
It is possible that the can is heavy. Use the
correct lifting tool when appropriate. Obey the
local regulations.
CAUTION
Make sure that all cans have the same height.
Do not stack cans upon each other.
Note
When the diameter of the can is > Ø39 cm,
remove the upper shield.
Note
When the diameter of the can is > Ø40.2 cm
and the height < 28 cm, use adapters.
B
A

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Close the door
1. Pull up the handle (A) to unlock the can table.
2. Push the can table (B) inwards until you hear a ‘click’. The can
table is locked.
3. Close the door.
3.2.5 Start the machine
1. Push the T1, T2 or T3 key and select the mix time. See the
table below. The machine automatically clamps the can and
operates for the chosen time. See § 3.2.8.
2. When the machine detects no can, the machine does not start
to mix. In this case, stop the operation manually. See § 3.2.7.
3.2.6 Remove the can
1. Open the door.
2. Pull up the handle (A) to unlock the can table (B).
3. Pull out the can table until you hear a ‘click’. The can table is
locked.
4. Remove the elastic band.
B
A
1
2
Note
The display shows the time in seconds that
remain before you can open the door.
Note
While the machine operates, you can adjust
the mix time with the + and - keys.
B
A
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2

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3.2.7 Stop the operation manually
1. Push the Stop/Up key.
2. Wait until the can plates are open.
3. If necessary, remove the can. See § 3.2.6.
3.2.8 Adjust the mix speed
1. Push the S-key. The display shows the last-chosen speed.
This is the default mix speed.
2. Push the S-key a number of times to select SP1, SP2, SP3 or
SP4. SP1 is the lowest mix speed, SP4 is the highest mix
speed.
Note
The machine controls the mix speed based on the
size of the can. For some cans it might be
necessary to adjust the mix speed. Contact you
paint supplier.
Note
You can adjust the mix speed when the display
shows ‘rdY’.
Note
If the mix speed that you selected differs from the
standard speed, the machine will remember the
setting until a can of another size is placed on the
can table.
Note
If the mix speed that you selected is too high for the
can height, the machine automatically sets the
speed to SP1, SP2 or SP4 according to the can
height. Refer to the figure below.

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A: Speed (rpm)
B: Can height (cm)
3.2.9 Adjust the mix time
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250
200
150
100
SP1
SP2
SP3
SP4
50
010 20 30 40 50
A (rpm)
B (cm)
Switch point 3
Switch point 2
Switch point 1
Note
The mix speed depends on the can height.
Key pushed Mix time [s]
T1 60
T2 120
T3 180
T1 + T2 at the same time 60 + 120 = 180
T1 + T3 at the same time 60 + 180 = 240
T2 + T3 at the same time 120 + 180 = 300

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1. At the same time, push the Program key and the T1, 2 or 3
key.
2. Push the + or - key to adjust the mix time for T1, 2 or 3.
3. To save the new mix time, push the S-key.
4. If you do not want to save the new mix time, push the Stop/Up
key.
3.3 General cleaning: after every operation
1. Clean the machine with a cloth and remove all spilled paint or
other liquid.
3.4 Periodic maintenance: weekly
1. Remove the paint. Refer to § 3.6.
2. Grease the spindles.
3.5 Periodic maintenance: monthly
1. Remove paint and dirty grease. Add new grease.
2. Grease the axle and other sliding parts.
Note
The table shows the default values.
Note
You can adjust the default mix time when the
display shows ‘rdY’.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning agents based on organic
solvents to clean painted or plastic parts of the
machine.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning agents based on organic
solvents to clean painted or plastic parts of the
machine.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning agents based on organic
solvents to clean painted or plastic parts of the
machine.

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3.6 Remove spilled paint
Do this procedure when paint is spilled inside the machine.
1. Make sure that the machine is stopped. See § 3.2.5 or § 3.2.7.
2. Put a reservoir (A) below the drain orifice (B).
3. Remove the cap (C) from the drain orifice. The spilled paint
comes out of the machine.
4. Dispose of the spilled paint according to local regulations.
5. Install the cap to the drain orifice.
6. Clean the machine. See § 3.3.
C
B
A
B
CAUTION
Make sure that the reservoir is big enough to
hold all the spilled paint.

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