Virtus C30 Series User manual

OPERATING MANUAL
Virtus Equipment
9120 Centerlinks Commerce Dr., Unit 4
Fort Myers, FL 33912
2392191500
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www.Virtus-Equipment.com
C30 SERIES

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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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Granulator
C 30/30; -/60
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Table of Contents
1 Information on this instruction manual 6
2 Technical data 7
3 General Information 9
3.1 Copyright 9
3.2 Application 9
3.3 Safety 9
3.4 Inspection of goods 9
4 General safety advice 10
4.1 Safe operation of the machine 10
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations 11
4.3 Liability and Responsibility 13
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories 14
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers 14
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures 15
4.7 Work stations 16
4.8 Remaining risks 16
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers 16
4.8.2 Electrical dangers 18
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system 18
4.8.4 Thermal dangers 19
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise 19
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration 19
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances 20
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices 20
4.9 Protective devices 21
4.9.1 Safety device for sound enclosure 21
4.9.2 Opening hopper and machine upper section 24
4.9.3 "V"-belts, disk flywheels and shaft protector 25
4.9.4 Splash guard 25
4.9.5 Rotor look 26
4.9.6 Safety markings 26
4.10 Authorized persons 27
4.11 Personal protective gear 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents 29
4.14 Cleaning agents 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice 31
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

PART A: Basic machine
Granulator
C 30/30; -/60
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5 Description of the machine 32
5.1 Grinding material in feed 32
5.1.1 In feed hopper 32
5.1.2 Additional in feed device 32
5.2 Base frame/ Soundproof box 33
5.3 Drive 34
5.4 Granulator upper section 35
5.5 Granulator lower section 36
5.5.1 Rotor and cutting knives 36
5.5.2 Screen and screen support 37
5.6 Discharge of grinding material 38
5.7 Housing design 39
6 Initial startup 40
6.1 General Advice 40
6.2 Requirements at the application site 40
6.3 Unloading and installing the machine 41
6.4 Electrical connection 42
6.5 Machine check prior to initial start-up 44
7 Operation 45
7.1 Machine checks before switching on the machine 45
7.2 Switch on machine 45
7.3 Switch off machine 46
7.4 Manual in feed of grinding material 46
8 Maintenance 47
8.1 Safety advice 47
8.2 Maintenance plan 47
8.3 Checking the protective devices 48
8.4 Opening and closing the granulator 49
8.4.1 Opening the granulator 49
8.4.2 Closing the granulator 51
8.5 Cleaning the machine 52
8.6 Replacing the main bearings 53
8.6.1 Dismounting the main bearings 53
8.6.2 Mounting the main bearing 54
8.7 Lubricating the main bearings 55
8.7.1 Lubrication intervals: 55
8.7.2 Check lubricant quality 55
8.7.3 Replacing or refilling lubricant 55
8.7.4 List of lubricants 57
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PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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8.8 Mounting and dismounting TAPER-LOCK tensioning element 58
8.8.1 Table for the tightening torque of the screws 59
8.8.2 Mounting the TAPER-LOCK tensioning element 59
8.8.3 Dismounting the TAPER-LOCK tensioning element 60
8.9 Emptying the screen 61
8.10 Replacing the screen 63
8.11 Work on the "V"-belts 65
8.11.1 Checking the tension force of the "V"-belt 65
8.11.2 Retensioning and relaxing the "V"-belt 66
8.11.3 Checking "V"-belt condition, replacing "V"-belt 66
8.12 Working on the cutting knives 67
8.12.1 Replacing and checking the cutting knife mountings 67
8.12.2 Checking the condition of the cutting knives 68
8.12.3 Dismounting the cutting knives for standard rotor 69
8.12.4 Dismounting the cutting knives for S-3 rotor 70
8.12.5 Mounting the cutting knives for standard rotor 71
8.12.6 Mounting the cutting knives 72
8.12.7 Sharpening cutting knives 73
8.12.8 Setting the cutting knives 76
8.12.9 Transporting and storing the cutting knives 79
9 Troubleshooting 80
9.1 Machine blocks or switches itself off 80
9.2 Rotor does not grip bulky material 80
9.3 Overheating of the grinding material 80
9.4 Unusual vibrations 81
9.5 Extreme cutter wear 81
9.6 Bearings too hot 81
9.7 Too many fines in grinding material 81
9.8 Cutting gap alters during operation 81
9.9 Screen damage 82
9.10 Granulator does not start 82
9.11 Granulator blocks when under load 82
9.12 Frequent switching off of grinding material in feed device 82
10 Storage, disposal, transportation 83
10.1 Storage 83
10.2 Disposal 83
10.3 Transportation 83
11 Customer service and spare parts orders 84
12 Spare Parts List C 30-30 85
13 Spare Part List C 30-60 87
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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Granulator
C 30/30; -/60
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14 Hydraulic Hand Pump
14.1 Hydraulic diagram
14.2 Spare parts list
14.3 Spare parts drawing
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16 Electrical Connection
17 ADDITION 101
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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C 30/30; -/60
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1 INFORMATION ON THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Author: VIRTUS Equipment
No part of this operation manual may be reproduced, distributedor
used in any shape or form, stored in a data processing system or
translated into another language without written permission.
This operation manual serves to help you to get to know your
machine and how to make use of its application possibilities in
accordance with the regulations.
The operation manual contains important information on how to
operate the machine safely, correctly and economically. Following
this advice will help you to avoid danger, minimize repair costs and
down times and to increase the reliability and durability of the
machine.
Before you begin to work on and with the machine, please read the
operation manual thoroughly. Only after you have read and
understood the contents of this operation manual may you begin
work on and with the machine. Keep this operation manual at the
application site for future reference.
References to chapters, plans and other documents as well as key
markings are written in italics.
ÐInstructions on handling are marked in this way.
The machine is designed in modular system and offers awide
spectrum of variations to do justice to your expectations. In order
that you receive with the delivery of your machine all the
information relevant for you, this operation manual is dividedinto
three parts:
1. Part A: Information of the basic machine.
2. Part B: Plans, operation manuals for systems from other manufac-
turers etc.
Should you wish to order further operation manuals, please quote
the machine number.
We wish you every success with your newmachine!
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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C 30/30; -/60
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2 TECHNICAL DATA
C 30-30
Feed opening Data in mm: 430x300
Rotor dimension: Diameter in mm:
Width of cut in mm:
300
300
Rotor type F3 3-knives-version
Rotor knives: Rows of knives: 3
No. of rotor knives: 3
Stator knives: No. of bed knives: 2
Rotor speed (50 Hz): rpm 521
Width: Data in mm: 1360
Length: Data in mm: 1550
Height: Data in mm: 2050
Drive motor: Power in kW: 7,5; 11
Screen: Type and screen hole size
dependent on the
application and customer
requirements.
Opening device: Hydraulic hand pump
Machine weight: In kg
Electrical connection data: markings are attached to the machine
Noise level:
Depends on plant location and
type of grinding material!
With noise equipment
in dB(A):
< 85
Dimensions: See Layout drawing
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
Page 2
Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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C 30-60
Feed opening Data in mm: 430x590
Rotor dimension: Diameter in mm:
Width of cut in mm:
300
590
Rotor type F3 3-knives-version
Rotor knives: Rows of knives: 3
No. of rotor knives: 3 x 2
Stator knives: No. of bed knives: 2
Rotor speed (50 Hz): rpm 521
Width: Data in mm: 1650
Length: Data in mm: 1550
Height: Data in mm: 2050
Drive motor: Power in kW: 11; 15; 18.5
Screen: Type and screen hole size
dependent on the
application and customer
requirements.
Opening device: Hydraulic hand pump
Machine weight: In kg
Electrical connection data: markings are attached to the machine
Noise level:
Depends on plant location and
type of grinding material!
With noise equipment
in dB(A):
< 85
Dimensions: See Layout drawing
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
Page 2
Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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C 30/30; -/60
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3 GENERAL INFORMATION
3.1 Copyright
VIRTUS Equipment or related companies holds the copyright for
these operation instructions, entrusted to the owner of the
granulator for his personal use. These contains technical
instructions and drawings which are not be copied complete or in
part, distributed or used for reasons of unauthorized competition or
for informing others.
3.2 Application
The granulator is designed for size-reduction of plasticmaterial
such as PE, PP, PVC etc. The user is responsible for
consequences resulting from incorrect operation: This will lead to
the loss of the warranty as well as any compensation claims.
3.3 Safety
The granulator has been constructed in accordance to the general
standards of technology and is fitted with safety devices toprevent
accidents that could endanger the life or health of the operator.
The company operating the unit is responsible for the compliance
of the safety regulations. We recommend staff training courses at
regular intervals subsequent to initial training during
commissioning.
3.4 Inspection of goods
The goods must be inspected by the purchaser to ensure that the
delivery is complete and free from damage during transport. Inthe
event of any queries Virtus must be informed with regard to
missing items or transport damage. In the event of actual transport
damage, written notification including photographs should be
made and sent to the transport company as well as sent to Virtus
immediately after delivery.
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
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Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
Page 2
Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4 GENERAL SAFETY ADVICE
4.1 Safe operation of the machine
The machine is built according to the state of the art and
recognised safety regulations.
It is equipped with protective devices; however there is stillthe
threat of danger in case of incorrect conduct ormisuse:
xfor the health of the operator and that of other persons,
xfor the machine,
xfor the environment,
xfor material assets belonging to the company and theoperator.
All persons involved in:
xtransportation and storage,
xstart-up and shutdown,
xoperation,
xsetting and fitting
xmaintenance and waste disposal...
of the machine must carefully read and take note of the following
advice. However, not only the general safety advice listed inthis
chapter has to be observed, but also the safety advice which is
added specifically in the other chapters.
Failure to heed this safety advice can lead to loss ofall
compensation claims.
Furthermore, the existing rules and regulations for the prevention
of accidents as well as in house company working, operational and
safety regulations have to be observed.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations
The operational safety of the delivered machine is only guaranteed
for use in accordance with the regulations!
This regulation use is only achieved if the following points are
observed and fulfilled.
Manufacturing process and grinding material
The granulator is suitable exclusively for the grinding of material,
which corresponds to the agreed customer-specific specifications
in all points (see Contract of sale).
Any other work or design will differ from the specified
requirements. Virtus Equipment will not be held responsible. The
specified requirements also includeall information found in the
owner’s manual such as maintenance and service.
Any change in the specifications or requirements must be brought
to the attention of Virtus.
Suction unit
If emissions occur during grinding of material, which exceedthe
permissible legal values for contaminants in the air, the granulator
may only then be operated when the customer on site has installed
a suitable air suction device.
Safety device for the in feed hopper
In the case that your design of granulator does not contain any
additional in feed device (e.g. nip roll feed device), the infeed
hopper must be safeguarded in a suitable way against persons
reaching in or falling in.
Connection of the Emergency Stop button
The machine may only be operated with the installed Emergency
Stop buttons. In case no Emergency Stop buttons have been
installed, an Emergency Stop button must be mounted onthe
control cabinet, the second on the material infeed.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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Miscellaneous:
xThe working conditions and instructions specified inthis
operation manual must be adhered to.
xThe machine is not suitable for operation in anexplosive
environment.
xFaults, which can impair safety, are to be reported immediately
and eliminated by a trained and skilled specialist.
xThe machine may only be used in the industrial application
range.
General Requirements Safety Information
xThe service and maintenance in this owner’s manual must be
performed on a regular basis.
xThe machine is not designed for operation in avolatile
environment.
xFaults that could be a safety factor must be reported
immediately and repaired by experienced personal.
xThe machine must only be installed in a production type
building.
Known uses not in accordance with the regulations
Never grind grinding materials, which do not correspond to the
agreed customer-specific specifications. If this occurs, there isa
danger to persons and the possibility of the machine being
damaged.
Informal Safety Requirements
The owner’s manual should always be located near the machine.
New excerpts or additions to the owners’ manual must always be
replaced to include any safety requirements or environmental re-
quirements.
All safety or caution signs must be visual and easy to read.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.3 Liability and Responsibility
The General Conditions of Sale and Delivery basically apply.
These conditions apply no later than the end of the contract. Liabil-
ity and or responsibility to seller do not apply to the following;
zEquipment is not properly used for its specific application.
zNon-conforming installation, commissioning or service of the
machines.
zOperation of the equipment without proper safety guards.
zNot conforming to the directions of the owners’ manual re-
garding transport, storage, installation, commissioning or
servicing the equipment.
zAny designs alterations on the machine.
zAny changes on the program logic which can alter the ma-
chine operation or electrical function.
zChanges in the logic function.
zIn proper maintenance or serving the machines that can
lead to extraordinary wear
zIn proper serving of equipment
zSpontaneous crashes caused by foreign objects falling into
the machine or acts of God
We honor a 12 month guarantee valid after delivery under the
conditions that originally delivery or original parts from VIRTUS
Equipment are used or accepted for use in accordance with our
owner’smanual.
Otherwise the guarantee will be considered invalid. Excludedare
wear and tear parts such as knives, screens, drive belts, bearings,
etc.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories
For reasons of safety, remodeling and modifications to the
machine, in particular to the electrical devices, are only permissible
by arrangement with themanufacturer!
Replace faulty parts immediately. Only use original spare parts or
spare parts from other manufacturers, which correspond, to the
original spare parts with regards to function, stress and safety.
This applies in particular for reasons of EMC (electro-magnetic
compatibility) for electricalcomponents.
The use of unsuitable parts can impair resistance to rays and
increase the emission of rays!
If parts are replaced which are relevant for safety, they mustbe
checked afterwards for proper functioning.
Only use accessories, which have been approved by the
manufacturer. Use of accessories can change work with the
machine. You must therefore observe the additional advice for
your work and your safety. Read Part B: Accessories, beforeyou
commission the machine.
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers
Integrated in the machine are systems from other manufacturers.
When working on or with these systems, please observe the
advice in the operation manuals from the respective manufacturer.
These operation manuals are enclosed with the machine
documentation.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures
The noise level of the granulator at idle speed is approximately
75-83 dB(A).
In order not to exceed the noise level of 85 dB(A) is the purchaser
required to provide additional soundproofing measures (e.g.
conveyor belt with soundproof tunnel).
The noise level can be affected by foundation static or dynamic,
aux. blowers etc. or other additional equipment. Therefore it is
necessary to actually determine if the noise level is directly coming
from the machine or another accessory equipment.
VIRTUS Machinery & Recycling Technology offers the following
equipment to reduce the noise levels;
zConveyor belt with soundproof tunnel
Illustration:
Granulator
type C 30-60 with
soundproof box,
soundproof hopper and
integrated blower
CAUTION
The user or purchaser is responsible for compliance with
the instructions and procedures!
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.7 Work stations
During normal operation, the work station is the station at thein
feed of the grinding material.
For maintenance work, the whole area around the machine is at
your disposal.
4.8 Remaining risks
The machine is constructed so that you are able to operate it
safely. Structurally non-avoidable dangers are prevented as well
as possible by the protective devices. A certain remaining risk
does however always remain! Being aware of these remaining
risks of the machine will help you to structure your work more
safely and in so doing to avoid accidents.
To avoid danger, please observe in addition the specific safety
advice in the individual chapters.
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers
Type of danger: Danger of crushing by heavy parts falling
down or fallin
g
over.
Activity: Unloading and transporting the machineor
machine components.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury could result.
Preventativ
e measures:
Wear personal protective gear. Follow the
instructions in this Operation manual.
Type of danger: Danger of cutting caused by sharp cutting
knives, even when the rotor is stationary.
Activity: Knife replacement, knife setting, and knife
sharpenin
g
, other maintenance work.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury, particularly to handsand
fingers can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
Wear personal protective gear. Follow the
instructions in this Operation manual.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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Type of danger: Danger of crushing when closing the
granulator upper section.
Activity: Maintenance work.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
When closing the granulator upper section,
ensure that no persons are in the danger
area.
Type of danger: Tripping over cables and other objects lying
around.
Activity: All activities.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
Lay cables in accordance with the
regulations. Keep work station clean andtidy.
Type of danger: Danger of crushing, cutting and amputation
caused by up to 3 minute run down of the
rotor.
Activity: Maintenance work.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury or death can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
The housing upper section must always be
tightly locked during operation using the
connecting screws. Do not make the run
down safety devices ineffective by using
technical aids or other manipulations. Never
check by hand whether the rotor has come to
a stop.
Type of danger: Danger of pulling in caused by running "V"-
belts.
Activity: All activities.
Possible
consequences
Hair, jewellery etc. can be pulled intothe
machine. Serious injury canresult.
Preventativ
e measures:
Never dismount "V"-belt protection or
soundproofed covers.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.8.2 Electrical dangers
Danger: Direct or indirect contact with live parts in the
terminal box.
Activity: Maintenance work, start-up.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury or death.
Preventativ
e measures:
Trained electricians may only carry out all
work on the electrical equipment.
If work is necessary on parts, which conduct
dangerous voltage, a second person should
be called in who can break the power supply
in case of emergency.
The yellow-marked lines conduct voltage
even when the machine is switched off (main
switch to 0).
Only use original safety fuses withstipulated
intensity of current.
Faulty electrical components must be
replaced immediately.
If faults occur in the electrical energysupply,
switch machine off immediately.
The terminal box must be locked during
operation. Before opening the terminal box:
Main switch to 0.
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system
Type of danger: Danger caused by failure of theEmergency
Stop function.
Activity: All activities.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury or death.
Preventativ
e measures:
It must be guaranteed that failure of an
Emergency Stop button is displayed and
leads to an immediate stop of themachine.
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1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30

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4.8.4 Thermal dangers
Type of danger: Danger of fire and explosion caused by
throwing dangerous objects (e.g. spray cans)
into the granulator.
Activity: Grinding.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury or death can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
Only grind grinding material, which
corresponds to the agreed customer-specific
specifications in all points.
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise
Type of danger: Damage to hearing.
Activity: All activities.
Possible
consequences
Diminished hearing, headaches, impaired
balance, and deterioration ofconcentration.
Preventativ
e measures:
Reduce noise emissions by taking suitable
measures. Wear ear protection.
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration
Type of danger: Instability of the granulator caused by
vibration.
Activity: All activities.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
Install the machine according to the
instructions of this Operation manual and the
Assembly drawing.
Type of danger: Loosening of the cutting knife mountings
caused by vibration.
Activity: All activities.
Possible
consequences
Serious injury can result.
Preventativ
e measures:
Check the cutting knife mountings regularly
according to the instructions in this operation
manual.
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
PART A: Basic machine
Slow speed Granulator A18 Series
Virtus Equipment 2023, All rights reserved
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Table of Contents
1Information on this instruction manual ________________________________ 7
2Technical data ____________________________________________________ 8
3General Information _______________________________________________ 12
3.1 Copyright____________________________________________________________ 12
3.2 Application __________________________________________________________ 12
3.3 Safety_______________________________________________________________ 12
3.4 Inspection of goods ___________________________________________________ 12
4General safety advice _____________________________________________ 13
4.1 Safe operation of the machine __________________________________________ 13
4.2 Use in accordance with the regulations___________________________________ 14
4.3 Liability and Responsibility _____________________________________________ 16
4.4 Structural changes, spare parts, accessories ______________________________ 17
4.5 Operation manuals from other manufacturers _____________________________ 17
4.6 Noise levels and noise control measures _________________________________ 18
4.7 Work stations ________________________________________________________ 18
4.8 Remaining risks ______________________________________________________ 19
4.8.1 Mechanical dangers ________________________________________________________ 19
4.8.2 Electrical dangers__________________________________________________________ 20
4.8.3 Dangers caused by the control system _________________________________________ 21
4.8.4 Thermal dangers __________________________________________________________ 21
4.8.5 Dangers caused by noise____________________________________________________ 21
4.8.6 Dangers caused by vibration _________________________________________________ 22
4.8.7 Dangers caused by materials and substances____________________________________ 22
4.8.8 Danger caused by manipulation of the protective devices ___________________________ 22
4.9 Protective devices ____________________________________________________ 23
4.9.1 Safety device for screen holder _______________________________________________ 23
4.9.2 Safety device for hopper ____________________________________________________ 24
4.9.3 Safety device for suction trough _______________________________________________ 25
4.9.4 Splash guard _____________________________________________________________ 26
4.9.5 Safety markings ___________________________________________________________ 26
4.10 Authorized persons__________________________________________________ 27
4.11 Personal protective gear _____________________________________________ 28
4.12 Safety measures at the application site _________________________________ 29
4.13 Fire fighting agents __________________________________________________ 29
4.14 Cleaning agents_____________________________________________________ 29
4.15 Conduct in case of an emergency ______________________________________ 29
4.16 Classification of specific safety advice__________________________________ 30