Idex GX300 User manual

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Manual GX300
IDEX India Pvt. Ltd.
Survey no: 256, GIDC Manjusar
Savli, Dist.: Vadodara
391 770, India
V 7.0 29‐10‐2021

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Management B.V.
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and Fast & Fluid Management B.V. disclaims any liability for damage or detriments suffered as a result of reliance on the
information given herein orthe use ofproducts, processes orequipmentto which this manualrefers. No warrantyismade that the
use of the information or of the products, processes or equipment to which this manual refers will not infringe any third party's
patents or rights. The information given does not release the user from making their own experiments and tests.

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Table of Contents
GX300
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.............................................................................................................................6
2.1 Intended use.................................................................................................................. 6
2.2 Liability........................................................................................................................... 6
2.2.1 General liability................................................................................................... 6
2.2.2 Machine-specific liability..................................................................................... 6
2.3 User qualification for installation..................................................................................... 7
2.4 Safety symbols on the machine ..................................................................................... 7
2.5 Labels on the machine................................................................................................... 7
2.6 Safety symbols in the manual ........................................................................................ 8
2.7 Disposal of the machine................................................................................................. 8
3 Operator manual...........................................................................................................9
3.1 Description..................................................................................................................... 9
3.1.1 Overview of the machine.................................................................................... 9
3.1.2 Overview of the control panel........................................................................... 10
3.1.3 Overview of the program keys.......................................................................... 10
3.1.4 Type plate: serial number................................................................................. 12
3.2 Operation..................................................................................................................... 12
3.2.1 Turning on the machine - if the cradle is in the correct position........................ 12
3.2.2 Turning on the machine - if the cradle is not in the correct position .................. 12
3.2.3 Turning on the machine when the machine is in hibernation ............................ 13
3.2.4 General mixing procedure................................................................................ 13
3.2.5 Placing the can ................................................................................................ 14
3.2.6 Start the machine............................................................................................. 15
3.2.7 Remove the can............................................................................................... 16
3.2.8 Move the can plates manually.......................................................................... 16
3.2.9 Adjust the mixing time during operation............................................................ 16
3.2.10 Adjust the mixing speed during operation......................................................... 17
3.2.11 Stop the operation manually............................................................................. 17
3.2.12 Using the emergency stop switch..................................................................... 17
3.2.13 Restart the machine......................................................................................... 17
3.3 Maintenance................................................................................................................ 18
3.3.1 General safety instructions for maintenance..................................................... 18
3.3.2 General cleaning: after every operation............................................................ 18
3.3.3 Periodic maintenance: weekly.......................................................................... 18
3.3.4 Periodic maintenance: monthly ........................................................................ 18
3.4 Remove spilled paint.................................................................................................... 18

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4 Installation ..................................................................................................................19
4.1 Unpack the machine.....................................................................................................19
4.1.1 Remove the cardboard.....................................................................................19
4.1.2 Remove the protection and foil.........................................................................19
4.1.3 Remove the transport brackets.........................................................................20
4.2 Put the machine in position ..........................................................................................20
4.2.1 Put the machine in position..............................................................................20
4.2.2 Make a ramp of the pallet.................................................................................21
4.2.3 Move the machine from the pallet.....................................................................21
4.3 Move the machine in the position
4.3.1 Move the machine to final location…..……………………………………………..22
4.3.2 Level the machine...........................................................................................22
4.4. Finish the installation ....................................................................................................23
5 Troubleshooting.........................................................................................................24
5.1 General troubleshooting procedure ...............................................................................24
5.2 Opening solenoid lock manually…………………………………………………..…………..24
5.3 Contact service..............................................................................................................24
5.4 Error messages and other faults....................................................................................24
5.4.1 Easy-to-solve errors.........................................................................................25
5.4.2 Clamp plate errors............................................................................................25
5.4.3 Inverter errors...................................................................................................25
5.4.4 Software errors..................................................................................................26
6 Technical data.............................................................................................................27
6.1 General specifications..................................................................................................27
6.2 Dimensions and mass..................................................................................................27
6.3 Ambient conditions.......................................................................................................27
6.4 Noise level ...................................................................................................................28
6.5 Safety classifications....................................................................................................28
6.6 Electrical specifications................................................................................................28
6.7 Electrical diagram ……………………………..……………………………………………….29

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About this manual
GX300
1 About this manual
The manual shows the information necessary to:
- install
- operate
- perform basic maintenance
- correct small problems
The GX300 and all its versions are referred to in the manual as the 'machine'.
This manualcontains the original instructions. The originallanguage ofthemanualis English.Allother language
versions are translations of the original instructions.
1.1 How to work with the manual
For the safe use of the machine, it is important:
1 Tofamiliarize yourself with the structure and content.
2 Toread the safety chapter in detail and make sure you understand all the instructions. See chapter 2.
3 Tocarry out the actions completely and in the given sequence.
1.2 Record of changes
Edition
Editor
Check
Date
Description
1.0
PHS
SG
May 2020
1st edition
2.0
PHS
SG
Jan 2021
2nd edition (3.3.3- Periodic Maintenance updated,
5.3.1- E00 E11 deleted, E08 updated)
3.0
PHS
SG
Feb 2021
3rd edition (3.2.5 Retain the candle handle note & 6.7 wire
Diagram is updated.)
4.0
PHS
SG
July 2021
Errors 38,39,47,Wiring Diagram with Transformer are updated
5.0
PHS
SG
Aug 2021
3.2.3, 3.2.8 are updated
6.0
PHS
SG
Sept 2021
5.2 is added
7.0
PHS
SG
Oct 2021
5.2 is updated

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Safety
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2 Safety
WARNING
Read the manual before you install or use the machine. Failure to do so can result in personal
injury, death or property damage.
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
2.2.1 General liability
Fast & Fluid Management B.V. will not accept any responsibility in case of modifications to machines and/or
accessories.
Fast & Fluid Management is not liable if you do not follow the rules below:
- The machine is for indoors use only.
- This machine may only be used for commercial settings. The machine is not a household appliance.
- Observe all local safety regulations.
- Strictly obey the safety instructions in this manual.
- Mind the minimal requirement of the building structure of the load capacity of the floor.
- Place machine in a well-lit and well-ventilated room.
- Install and connect the machine according to the instructions in thismanual.
- Connect the machine to a grounded wall socket.
- Do not use extension cords or inadequately rated power cables.
- Make sure that the power cable is freely accessible.
- Do not place objects on top of the machine.
- Keep lids, panels, and covers closed and in place whenever possible.
- Do not use a damaged machine. When you have doubts, contact your supplier. See §5.3.
- Keep the machine in good condition.
- Clean the machine at the intervals and when dirty.
- Make sure that defective parts are immediately replaced.
- Remove spilled liquids immediately, and unplug the machine in case of large spillages (> 500mL).
- Replace parts only with original Fast & Fluid Management B.V.spare parts.
All maintenance beyond the scope of this manual must be carried outby a qualified service technician that Fast
& Fluid Management has trained and certified.
2.2.2 Machine-specific liability
The machine cannot be used in an environment where explosive vapours may occur (ATEX zone). Colorants
that contain flammable solvents can be mixed, as long as they are packed in a suitable UN approved container.
Please consult the health & safety officer of your paint supplier and/or colorant supplier on how to avoid the
emergence of hazardous situations like personal harm or the risk for fire and explosion.

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- Personal harm should be avoided by strictly following the materials safety data sheets (MSDS) for colorants
and (base) paint.
- The use of flammable colorants or colorants that diffuse potential explosive vapors may present fire and
explosion risks.
2.3 User qualification for installation
Only install the machine when you are a qualified service technician who is trained and certified by Fast & Fluid
Management B.V.
2.4 Safety symbols on the machine
Read the manual. Electrical hazard. Read the manual.
Central earthing point. Pinch hazard.
Electrical hazard. Rotating parts.
On-Off
2.5 Labels on the machine
Upper shield instruction.
When can diameter > Ø39 cm : remove shield
Multican

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2.6 Safety symbols in the manual
WARNING
Can cause personal injury. WARNING Pinch hazard.
CAUTION
Can cause damage to themachine. Note Shows further information.
2.7 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 localregulations.

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Operator manual
GX300
3 Operator manual
3.1 Description
3.1.1 Overview of the machine
A: Can Plate (Top) E: Emergency Switch I: Drain Orifice
B: Can Plate (Bottom) F: Control Panel J: Can Table
C: Door G: Casing K: Net Entry
D: Top Cover H: Adjustable Foot L: On/Off switch

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3.1.2 Overview of the control panel
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A: Emergency stop switch
B: Program keys.
Note
The display shows the program menu with the multiple functions of the program keys.
3.1.3 Overview of the program keys
Ready for use
When the machine is ready for use, the display shows the available programs.
A: T1 key (mix time 1) D: Program key
B: T2 key (mix time 2) E: Stop key
C: T3 key (mix time 3)
Note
The function of the T1 to T3 keys changes when you adjust the default values of the
machine.

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Choose the mix time
Key pushed Mix time [s]
T1 60
T2 120
T3 180
Note
The table shows the default values.

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3.1.4 Type plate: serial number
3.2 Operation
WARNING
Only push the emergency stop switch in case of a
safety emergency.
3.2.1 Turning on the machine - if the cradle is in the correct position
1. Connect the power cable to the grounded wall socket.
2. Make sure that the emergency stop switch is released.
3. Set the Main switch to 'ON'. When the machine is on, you
hear two ‘beeps’. When the machine is operational the
display shows ‘RDY’.
3.2.2 Turning on the machine - if the cradle is not in the correct position
1. Connect the power cable to the grounded wall socket.
2. Make sure that the emergency stop switch is released.
3. Set the Main switch to 'ON'.
4. Press any key & let cradle come to its home position.
5. Remove the can. See § 3.2.7.
6. Push any key. When the machine is operational, the display
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3.2.3 Turning on the machine when the machine is in hibernation
When the machine is in hibernation, the door is locked &
display shows ‘.’ (one dot).
1. Push any key to unlock the door. When the machine is
operational, the display shows ‘RDY’.
3.2.4 General mixing procedure
1. Place the can. See § 3.2.5.
2. Start the machine. See § 3.2.6.
Note
The machine starts automatically when you
push the program key.
Note
Thedoorisunlockedafteryouheara 'beep'and
the display shows 'RDY'.
3. Remove the can. See § 3.2.7.

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3.2.5 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.
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.
WARNING
It is possible that the can is heavy. Use the
correct lifting tool when appropriate. Obey the
local regulations.
CAUTION
For multiple can mixing:
- Make sure that all cans have the same
height.
- Do not stack cans upon each other.
- We recommend user to press ‘’P’’ button
every time he wants to mix multi-cans.
This ensures default clamping pressure of 300kg
& speed of 170RPM for multiple can mode with a
maximum of three can’s simultaneously,
this could deliver safety & improved result over
traditional 230rpm centered mixing.
Note
When the diameter of the can is > 039 cm,
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2. If the can plates are too close to each other, move the can
plates manually. See § 3.2.8.
Retain the canhandle
1. If you place one can, make sure that the can handle(A)
cannot move. Use elastic band(B) or stick the can
handle with strong glue tape.
2. If you place more than one can at the same time, make sure
that the can handles cannot move. Usea canhandle retainer,
for example self-adhesive tape.
Put back the can table
1. Pull up the handle (A) to unlock the can table.
2. Pushthecantable(B)inwardsuntilyouheara'click'.Thecan
table is locked.
CAUTION
Makesurethatyouheartheclick.Otherwisethe
can table is not locked, which can cause
damage to the can.
3. Close the door.
3.2.6 Start the machine
1. If necessary, adjust the mixing time, see § 3.2.9.
2. The mixing speed during operation, see § 3.2.10.
3. The machine starts automatically.

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3.2.7 Remove the can
1. Wait until you hear a 'beep' and the display shows 'RDY!'
The door is unlocked.
2. Open the door.
3. Pull up the handle (A) to unlock the can table (B).
4. Pull out the can table until you hear a 'click'. The can table
is locked.
5. Remove the can handle retainer.
6. Remove the can.
3.2.8 Move the can plates manually
Move the can plates manually when the door is closed
1. Examine howmuch space is needed between the can plates.
2. If 0-4 cm extra space is needed:
a. Push the stop/up key. The can plates move 4 cm.
3. If more than 4 cm is needed:
a. Push the stop/up key twice. The can plates move to the
initial position.
3.2.9 Adjust the mixing time during operation
Note
During operation:
- The display shows the remaining mixing time.
- You can adjust the mixing time.
1. Use the T1, T2, T3 keys to increase (+) or decrease (-)
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3.2.10 Mixing speed during operation
Speed:
15cm and lower can height = 230rpm
30cm and higher can height = 130rpm
3.2.11 Stop the operation manually
1. Push the Stop/Up key.
2. Wait until you hear a 'beep' and the display shows 'RDY !'
The door is unlocked.
3. If necessary, remove the can. See § 3.2.7.
3.2.12 Using the emergency stop switch
1. Push the emergency stop switch (A). The machine stops
immediately.
CAUTION
Only push the emergency stop switch in case
of a safety emergency. Do not use the
emergency stop switch as an on/off function!
2. Solve the problem as quickly as possible.
3. Releasetheemergencystopswitchbyturningtheemergency
stop switch.
4. Turn on the machine. See § 3.2.3.
3.2.13 Restart the machine
1. Set the main switch to 'OFF'.
2. Wait 30 seconds.
3. Turn on the machine. See § 3.2.3.
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3.3 Maintenance
3.3.1 General safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING
Check the MSDS of the colorants about
personal protection measures required for
handling the colorant.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning agents based on organic
solvents to clean the machine.
3.3.2 General cleaning: after every operation
1. Clean themachine with a clothand remove all spilled paint or
other liquid.
3.3.3 Periodic maintenance: weekly
1. Remove all spilled paint from the machine. Refer to § 3.4.
2. Grease the A. Guide bars B. Spline shaft C. Lead Screw
D. Bevel gear E. Pinion gear.
Recommend to use thick grease like SKF VKG 9/0.5
3.3.4 Periodic maintenance: monthly
1. Remove all spilled paint from the machine. Refer to § 3.4.
2. Remove all dirty grease from the machine.
3. Add new grease.
4. Grease the axle and other sliding parts.
3.4 Remove spilled paint
Do this procedure when paint is spilled inside the machine.
1. Make sure that the machine is stopped. See § 3.2.11.
2. Put a reservoir (A) below the drain orifice (B).
CAUTION
Make sure that the reservoir is big enough to
hold all the spilled paint.
3. Remove the Cover (C). 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.

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Installation
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4 Installation
4.1 Unpack the machine
4.1.1 Remove the cardboard
1. Remove the tensioning straps (A).
2. Remove the cardboard (B).
4.1.2 Remove the protection and foil
1. Remove the plastic foil (A).

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4.1.3 Remove the transport brackets
1. Remove the screws (A).
2. Remove the transport brackets (B).
4.2 Put the machine in position
4.2.1 Put the machine in position
1. Loosen the nuts (C) of the adjustable feet(B).
2. Move up the adjustable feet until the wheels (A)
are on the round.
3. Tighten the nuts to lock the feet.
4. Move the machine to end stop beam.