Retsch At 100 xl User manual

Manual

Abrasion Tester AT 100 XL

Translation

Retsch GmbH

Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5

D-42781 Haan

Federal Republic of Germany

1Notes on the Operating Manual................................................................5

1.1 Explanations of the safety warnings ...........................................................6

1.2 General safety instructions........................................................................7

1.3 Repairs...................................................................................................8

2Confirmation............................................................................................9

3Transport, scope of delivery, installation.................................................9

3.1 Packaging ...............................................................................................9

3.2 Transport..............................................................................................10

3.3 Temperature fluctuations and condensed water .........................................10

3.4 Conditions for the place of installation ......................................................10

3.5 Installation of the machine......................................................................10

3.6 Type plate description ............................................................................11

3.7 Electrical connection...............................................................................12

3.8 Transport..............................................................................................12

3.9 Installation of the machine......................................................................13

4Technical data .......................................................................................14

4.1 Use of the machine for the intended purpose.............................................14

4.2 Volume and feed size .............................................................................15

4.3 Rated power..........................................................................................15

4.4 Motor rotation speed ..............................................................................15

4.5 Emissions .............................................................................................16

4.5.1 Noise levels AT 100 XL: ...................................................................16

4.6 Degree of protection ..............................................................................16

4.7 Protective equipment .............................................................................16

4.8 Dimensions and weight...........................................................................16

4.9 Required floor space...............................................................................16

5Operating the machine ..........................................................................17

5.1 Views of the Instrument .........................................................................17

5.2 Overview table of the parts of the device ..................................................18

5.3 Operating elements and displays .............................................................18

5.4 Overview Table of the Operating Elements and the Display ......................... 19

5.5 Opening the device ................................................................................19

5.6 Closing the device..................................................................................19

5.7 Emergency unlocking .............................................................................19

5.8 Inserting the testing media .....................................................................21

5.9 Preparing the testing process ..................................................................22

5.9.1 Weighing the paddle ........................................................................22

5.9.2 Filling of Material.............................................................................22

5.9.3 Close testing chamber .....................................................................23

5.9.4 Starting the process ........................................................................23

5.10 Accessories .......................................................................................24

5.11 Display unit –operation of the device ...................................................24

6Lubrication, Service and returning for maintenance ..............................25

6.1 Lubrication............................................................................................25

6.2 Service.................................................................................................26

6.3 Returning for service and maintenance.....................................................26

7Disposal.................................................................................................27

8Index .....................................................................................................28

Appendix ...................................................................................following page

Notes on the Operating Manual

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1 Notes on the Operating Manual

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This operating manual is a technical guide on how to operate the device safely and

it contains all the information required for the areas specified in the table of contents.

This technical documentation is a reference and instruction manual. The individual

chapters are complete in themselves.

Familiarity (of the respective target groups defined according to area) with the

relevant chapters is a precondition for the safe and appropriate use of the device.

This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. If faults arise or

repairs are necessary, please contact your supplier or get in touch with Retsch

GmbH directly.

Application technology information relating to samples to be processed is not

included but can be read on the Internet on the respective device’s page at

www.retsch.com.

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Changes

Subject to technical changes.

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Disclosure or reproduction of this documentation, use and disclosure of its contents

are only permitted with the express permission of Retsch GmbH.

Infringements will result in damage compensation liability.

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Notes on the Operating Manual

1.1 Explanations of the safety warnings

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In this Operating Manual we give you the following safety warnings

Serious injury may result from failing to heed these safety warnings. We give you

the following warnings and corresponding content.

WARNING

Type of danger / personal injury

Source of danger

–Possible consequences if the dangers are not observed.

•Instructions on how the dangers are to be avoided.

We also use the following signal word box in the text or in the instructions on action

to be taken:

WARNING

Moderate or mild injury may result from failing to heed these safety warnings. We

give you the following warnings and corresponding content.

CAUTION

Type of danger / personal injury

Source of danger

–Possible consequences if the dangers are not observed.

•Instructions on how the dangers are to be avoided.

We also use the following signal word box in the text or in the instructions on action

to be taken:

CAUTION

In the event of possible property damage we inform you with the word “Instructions”

and the corresponding content.

NOTICE

Nature of the property damage

Source of property damage

–Possible consequences if the instructions are not observed.

•Instructions on how the dangers are to be avoided.

We also use the following signal word in the text or in the instructions on action to

be taken:

NOTICE

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Notes on the Operating Manual

1.2 General safety instructions

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CAUTION

Read the Operating Manual

Non-observance of these operating instructions

–The non-observance of these operating instructions can

result in personal injuries.

•Read the operating manual before using the device.

•We use the adjacent symbol to draw attention to the

necessity of knowing the contents of this operating

manual.

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Target group : All persons concerned with the machine in any form

This machine is a modern, high performance product from Retsch GmbH and

complies with the state of the art. Operational safety is given if the machine is

handled for the intended purpose and attention is given to this technical

documentation.

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You, as the owner/managing operator of the machine, must ensure that the people

entrusted with working on the machine:

•have noted and understood all the regulations regarding safety,

•are familiar before starting work with all the operating instructions and

specifications for the target group relevant for them,

•have easy access always to the technical documentation for this machine,

•and that new personnel before starting work on the machine are familiarised

with the safe handling of the machine and its use for its intended purpose,

either by verbal instructions from a competent person and/or by means of this

technical documentation.

Improper operation can result in personal injuries and material damage. You are

responsible for your own safety and that of your employees.

Make sure that no unauthorised person has access to the machine.

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CAUTION

Changes to the machine

–Changes to the machine may lead to personal injury.

•Do not make any change to the machine and use spare parts and

accessories that have been approved by Retsch exclusively.

NOTICE

Changes to the machine

–The conformity declared by Retsch with the European Directives will lose

its validity.

–You lose all warranty claims.

•Do not make any change to the machine and use spare parts and

accessories that have been approved by Retsch exclusively.

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Notes on the Operating Manual

1.3 Repairs

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This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. For your own safety,

repairs may only be carried out by Retsch GmbH or an authorized representative or

by Retsch service engineers.

In that case please inform:

The Retsch representative in your country

Your supplier

Retsch GmbH directly

Your Service Address:

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Confirmation

2 Confirmation

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This operating manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining

the device which must be strictly observed. It is essential that they be read by the

operator and by the qualified staff responsible for the device before the device is

commissioned. This operating manual must be available and accessible at the place

of use at all times.

The user of the device herewith confirms to the managing operator (owner)

that (s)he has received sufficient instructions about the operation and

maintenance of the system. The user has received the operating manual,

has read and taken note of its contents and consequently has all the

information required for safe operation and is sufficiently familiar with the

device.

As the owner/managing operator you should for your own protection have

your employees confirm that they have received the instructions about the

operation of the machine.

I have read and taken note of the contents of all chapters

in this operating manual as well as all safety instructions

and warnings.

User

Surname, first name (block letters)

Position in the company

Signature

Service technician or operator

Surname, first name (block letters)

Position in the company

Place, date and signature

3 Transport, scope of delivery, installation

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3.1 Packaging

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The packaging has been adapted to the mode of transport. It complies with the

generally applicable packaging guidelines.

Transport, scope of delivery, installation

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NOTICE

Storage of packaging

–In the event of a complaint or return, your warranty claims may be

endangered if the packaging is inadequate or the machine has not been

secured correctly.

•Please keep the packaging for the duration of the warranty period.

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3.2 Transport

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NOTICE

Transport

–Mechanical or electronic components may be damaged.

•The machine may not be knocked, shaken or thrown during

transport.

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NOTICE

Claim

–In case of any transport damage, you must inform the forwarder and also

Retsch GmbH immediately. Claims that are made later, may not be

considered.

•Inform the forwarder and Retsch GmbH within 24h.

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3.3 Temperature fluctuations and condensed water

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NOTICE

Temperature fluctuations

The machine may be subject to strong temperature fluctuations during transport

(e.g. aircraft transport)

–The resultant condensed water may damage electronic components.

•Protect the machine from condensed water.

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3.4 Conditions for the place of installation

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Ambient temperature: 5 °C to 40 °C

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NOTICE

Ambient temperature

–Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the

performance data alter to an unknown extent.

•Do not exceed or fall below the permitted temperature range of the

machine (5 °C to 40 °C / ambient temperature).

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3.5 Installation of the machine