Centrifuge Extractor B011: Do Not Try To Operate The Appliance Before Reading and Learning This Manual in All Its Parts
Centrifuge Extractor B011: Do Not Try To Operate The Appliance Before Reading and Learning This Manual in All Its Parts
Centrifuge Extractor B011: Do Not Try To Operate The Appliance Before Reading and Learning This Manual in All Its Parts
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OPERATING MANUAL
CENTRIFUGE EXTRACTOR
MANUAL CODE:
B011
DO NOT TRY TO OPERATE THE APPLIANCE BEFORE READING AND LEARNING THIS
MANUAL IN ALL ITS PARTS
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GENERAL INDEX
Chapter 1
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
Chapter 2
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
Chapter 3
3.1
3.2
3.3
3.4
Chapter 4
4.1
Chapter 5
5.1
Chapter 6
6.1
6.2
6.3
6.4
6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.9
6.10
6.11
Chapter 7
7.1
7.2
7.3
7.4
Chapter 8
8.1
GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL FEATURES
IDENTIFICATION
APPLICATIONS
STRUCTURE AND OPERATING OF THE MACHINE
SAFETY INFORMATION
GENERAL SAFETY STANDARDS
SAFETY SYSTEMS
DANGEROUS PARTS AND RESIDUAL RISKS
NOISE
INSTALLATION
LIFTING
UNPACKING
INSTALLATION
ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS
MACHINE FEATURES
DIMENSIONS AND MASS OF THE APPLIANCE
OPERATOR INTERFACE
CONTROLS AND MESSAGES
USE
WARNINGS
SWITCHING ON OF THE APPLIANCE
INSERTION BEAKER
SPECIMENS POSITIONING
TEST STARTING
STANDARD STOP
EMERGENCY STOP
RESTARTING AFTER AN EMERGENCY STOP
SWITCHING OFF
FIRST TRIAL SWITCHING ON
EXAMPLE OF OPERATING
MAINTENANCE
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS
PERIODICAL OPERATIONS
DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS
Chapter 9
SCRAPPING
9.1
9.2
SETTING ASIDE
SCRAPPING
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ENCLOSURES
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B
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GENERAL INFORMATION
GENERAL FEATURES
This manual id addressed to the carrier, the installer, the user, the maintenance operator, the scrapping
operator.
Please read it carefully because it informs you about the operating of the machine in safety conditions.
This manual has to be considered a part of the product and concerns only the machine it is delivered with.
Keep the manual in order during the whole life of the appliance to consult it for any needs.
In case of sale, the manual and its enclosures should be given together with the machine.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages caused by a misuse of the machine.
The manufacturer has the right to modify this technical literature as well as the machines this refers to
without any previous notice.
Messages meaning:
ATTENTION
It shows the procedures that can be dangerous to the operator if they are not
followed carefully.
DANGER
1.2
It shows the procedures that can damage seriously the machine if they are not
followed carefully.
IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION:
MACHINE IDENTIFICATION:
1.3
APPLICATIONS
The centrifuge extractor is use for the determination of the bitumen percentage container in bituminous
mixtures. It has been designed in two different models: the model B010 is equipped with a container having
1500 g. capacity.
The same centrifuge extractor can be equipped with both the container (1500 g or 300 g).
This appliance is made for the aim, which it has been conceived for. Any other uses are not allowed.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
1.4
The appliance is made to work only with non-flammable and non-explosion solvents.
The use of the appliance with materials and solvents that are flammable and/or explosion
type is a source of danger and risk of fire or explosion.
The machine can be used only and exclusively with non-flammable and non-explosion
solvents.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people and things due to
a lack of observance of these instructions.
The instructions given in this operating manual are only made for the right use of the
appliance.
To carry out the test in the right way, the user must refer to the specific standards in
force for the test itself.
An aluminium turning and removable container complete with a cover compose the
appliance. A paper filter ring is compressed between the container and the cover through a knurled
screw nut.
The switch board is composed by an electronic card that controls automatically the acceleration of
the speed from 0 to 3600 revolutions per minute and the time of break that allows a rapid stop of the
container at the end of the test.
If further information are required pls. get in touch with the distributor or the manufacturer.
Chapter 2
SAFETY INFORMATION
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The use, lifting, installation, maintenance and scrapping of the machine are allowed only to
qualified staff. Qualified staffs are composed by people who are authorised by the safety responsible to
do any activities due to their experience and acknowledgement of the operating of the machine and of the
standards, rules and actions.
The user must be carefully taught about the operating of the machine to avoid any misuse of it and about
the safety devices, which the machine could be eventually equipped with. The safety devices will have to
be kept always assembled and to be daily checked.
The manufacturers offer training and assume no liability for any damages due to a misuse of the machine
by an unskilled staff.
The manufacturer recommends following carefully the instructions and
procedures of the operating
manual and the safety standards concerning the safety devices and the general rules of the work
environment.
Verify the accordance of the machine to the standards in force in the State where the machine has to be
installed.
The operating manual must be carefully read by the safety responsible, by the operators and maintenance
engineers. It must always be kept near the machine in order to be able to read it any times it will be
necessary.
Any tampering or modifications of the machine (electric, mechanical etc.) that are not allowed by a written
agreement of the manufacturer must be considered as not permitted and the manufacturer will not accept
to be charged for any damages.
The removal or the tampering of the safety devices will be an infringement to the EEC Safety Standards.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages.
The machine has to be installed in places safe from fire and explosions.
We do recommend using only original spare parts and accessories; on the contrary the manufacturer
assumes no liability.
Be careful that any dangerous situations wont happen during the working; stop immediately the machine
in the event that it will not work properly and ask the manufacturer or the Authorised Service Staff of the
dealer at once.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages caused to people, things and animals in case the
general safety standards or if the instructions of this manual are not followed.
2.2
SAFETY SYSTEMS
MEANING: Safety devices are all the safety measures using specific technical equipment (guards, cages
etc.) to protect the operator from any danger that couldnt be avoided when the appliance was planned.
DANGER
The removal of the safety devices or any tampering of the machine could cause
risks to the operator or to any other people.
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people, things or animals
due to the tampering of the safety devices.
All those devices avoiding or reducing the risks for the operators are passive safety devices. These devices
dont require any active and aware intervention to be operated.
The testing machine is delivered in two different models:
- The STANDARD model has no safety device or protection.
- The EUROPEAN CE model has a safety micro switch that doesnt allow the working of the centrifuge
extractor if the cover of the container has not been place and properly closet. In case the container is
turning (even slowly) the cover cannot be taken away.
All those devices avoiding or reducing the risks for the operators are active safety devices. These devices
require an active and aware intervention to be operated.
The switchboard has a main switch that can also be used as an emergency switch.
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The dangerous place is the space inside and around the machine where the operator could be wounded or
damaged.
During some procedures the operator could face some risks of danger.
The risks can be eliminated following carefully the procedures written in this manual and using suitable safety
devices.
ATTENTION
In case the Manufacturer does not do the machine installation, employ only skilled
operators particularly trained for the lifting of heavy machinery.
GENERAL INFO.
Before starting the standard use of the equipment, ensure that all the components are in good
working conditions check there are no defective or damaged parts. If necessary repair or replace
any damaged part.
Pay attention to the risk of electric shocks both for direct or indirect contact, due to unforeseen failure to
the electric system.
Do not subject the equipment to violent shocks.
Do not expose the equipment to fire, extreme temperature or weld splatters.
Avoid corrosive substances to come in touch with the equipment.
Never wash the appliance using water sprays.
In order to grant the max. safety levels for the operator, it is recommended not to touch any moving
components during the test execution and always use the proper safety means.
During the test execution always pay attention to the possibility of hands, fingers or body squeezing,
cutting or trapping caused by the moving parts of the container.
The products tested could be a risk for the operator health. As a caution do not breath steams and do not
let the products be in touch with the eyes and the skin.
Do not wear large clothes, ties, watches, rings or others, which could entangle into the moving parts of the
appliance.
LIFTING
During the lifting take care that the machine is conveniently held and secured and that it cannot slide.
Do not stand in a direct line with the application of force. Do not allow people entrance under loads that
are no conveniently supported by mechanical means.
RISK OR DANGER
REINFORCED GLOVES
REINFORCED GLOVES
OVERALLS AND GLOVES
The manufacturer assumes no liability for any damages to people and things due to a lack of observance of
the instructions and the use of the safety devices. (See laws against the accidents in force)
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NOISE
The indicated levels of noise are not necessarily safety levels for the operator.
The exposure levels of the operator are obviously related to the emission levels of the appliance, but other
factors influence the exposure levels as the time of exposure, the environment, and other appliances installed
near to the appliance etc.
The exposure levels permit to value the damages that could be caused by the noise.
Acoustical pressure level equivalent Laeq at 1 mt. distance
Acoustical power emitted by the appliance LWA
Standard above data are referred
DANGER
62 dB(A)
67 dB(A)
EN ISO 3746
The continuous use of the machine together with other noisy appliances could cause
a high level of exposure to the noise.
If the daily exposure of the operator is equal or higher than 85 dB(A), Safety Devices
as headphone are suggested to be worn.
If the daily exposure is equal or higher than 90 dB(A), the use of the Safety Device is
compulsory.
For further information consult the standards of the country where the machine has
been installed.
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INSTALLATION
DANGER
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LIFTING
The operating instructions must be respected during the moving of the appliance and particularly in the
following phases:
The lifting and the storing
The first installation
The further installations
The machine is usually packed in a wooden case or in a carton that allow the easy moving of the same.
The machine must be moved by a forklift truck suitable for the weight indicated on the plate on the machine.
The moving of cases with lifting devices must be made with all cautions required and following the indications
given on the packing. Never use chains to lift the cases.
3.2
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
Protect the machine from the atmospheric agents. Water and humidity could oxidise
it, damaging it seriously.
UNPACKING
After removing the package, check that any parts of the machine are not damaged. In case of doubt, DO
NOT USE THE MACHINE and ask the manufacturer.
DANGER
3.3
The materials used for the package (plastic, polystyrene, screws, nails, wood etc.)
have to be kept far from children. They must be thrown away in a proper collection
centre.
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
Before throwing away the package, pay attention that any accessory, manuals,
documents, spare parts are not inside.
INSTALLATION
The machine has to be placed in an environment suitable for the aim it has been conceived for (laboratory
protected by any atmospheric agents). Skilled operator must do the installation.
ALLOWED TEMPERATURE
ALLOWED HUMIDITY
O.S.L. MAXIMUM HEIGHT
from + 5C to + 40C
from 30% to 95%
1000 m
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The machine must be installed so that it is free from each side in order to be able to carry out easily the
maintenance operations
No authorised people and no dangerous objects must be near the machine.
The machine must be placed on a desk in order to be able to work at a proper height for the user.
The machine must be placed in a place properly aired in order not to accumulate any noxious gas.
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ELECTRIC CONNECTIONS
DANGER
DANGER
Before connecting, see the attached electric diagram and the plate on the machine
for the information about the voltage, the frequency, etc.
DANGER
Connect the ground by the terminal PE (yellow-green) before making any other
connections.
DANGER
Apply a knife switch at the top of the connecting cable of the machine to the power
system.
The knife switch must be combined with a safety device against the overload with a
differential switch (safety switch).
The technical features of the safety device must be in accordance with the standards
in force in the country where the machine has been installed and following the
machine features.
ELECTRIC TOLERANCES:
Chapter 4
4.1
MACHINE FEATURES
LENGTH
WIDTH
HEIGHT
WEIGHT
CAPACITY OF THE
CONTAINER
B010
435 mm.
440 mm.
525 mm.
47 kg
1500 g
3000 g
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OPERATOR INTERFACE
A1
A2
A3
A4
A5
A6
A7
B1
B2
B3
MAIN SWITCH
START/STOP SWITCH
MOTOR FREQUENCY DISPLAY
MAIN SWITCH
B1
By turning it on position I the working of the electronic card is started; this card controls all the working
phases of the centrifuge extractor. The main switch is also working as emergency switch in case the working
of the machine must be stopped immediately.
START/STOP SWITCH
B2
By turning it on position I gradually starts the rotation of the beaker (A3) until it reaches the maximum
rotation speed.
By turning it on position 0 gradually stops the rotation of the beaker (A3) until it has completely stopped.
B3
DISPLAY INVERTER
The given panel is equipped of visual display unit, spies and keys function, that they allow to modify the
parameters of the inverter.
ATTENTION
The machine is already programmed for a corrected operation.
In order to modify the parameters of the inverter to contact the After Sale
Service.
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USE
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WARNINGS
Before starting the normal use of the equipment it is recommended to verify that it is in good working
conditions with no defective or damaged parts.
If necessary proceed with the required maintenance operations
6.2
To operate in the proper way, ensure that the appliance is connected to the electric feeding net and that the
main switch (B1) is turned on position I
6.3
INSERTION BEAKER
Insert the beaker on the drive shaft, couple it with the appropriate joint.
6.4
SPECIMENS POSITIONING
Put between 650 g and 2500 g of bituminous conglomerate inside the beaker: the bituminous conglomerate
must be broken in pieces small enough to be distributed in an homogeneous way inside the beaker in order
not to have too many vibrations during the beaker rotation.
6.5
TEST STARTING
After having broken the conglomerate and after it has been put into the beaker place a ring paper filter over
the beaker and install the cover closing the container; place and close properly the cover of the appliance
paying attention to introduce the snap closing the cover into the safety system.
Now the centrifuge phase can be starter by turning B2 on position I
6.6
STANDARD STOP
After the time required to complete the centrifuge operation, turn B2 on position 0 to stop the rotation of the
beaker; the beaker will start reducing its speed following a gradual deceleration procedure until the rotation of
the beaker is completely stopped. During this phase the signal lamp will flash intermittently and is off when
the beaker is not rotating anymore.
6.7
EMERGENCY STOP
In case of emergency the test execution can be stopped immediately by positioning the main switch (B1) on
position 0.
ATTENTION
6.8
Its always worth reminding that the test interruption could give wrong results of the
centrifuge test.
Before starting the appliance again, find and eliminate the problem, which caused
the need for an emergency stop.
To start again the appliance just turn the main switch on position I, this will start again the normal working of
the centrifuge extractor.
6.9
SWITCHING OFF
Put the main switch (B1) on position 0 to turn off the appliance
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Before beginning the standard use of this machine, check its perfect working conditions by performing at
least a complete trial cycle according to the instructions given up to this point.
In case of problems during this test cycle, see Chapter DIAGNOSIS .
If neither the instructions given in this manual are not able to solve the problem, please contact our After Sale
Service.
6.11 EXAMPLE OF OPERATING
DANGER
Proceed as per following example of operating only after having entirely read and
understood all the indications given in this manual.
Here under we describe some standard procedures allowing even to an operator without a wide experience
to complete a correct centrifuging operation.
Chapter 7
7.1
MAINTENANCE
DANGER
DANGER
All the maintenance operations must be carried out with the machine turned off and
unplugged from the knife switch.
DANGER
Skilled operators instructed about the purposes the machine is made for must carry
any kind of maintenance operations concerning the components of the machine and
of the electric components, even those that may seem very simple.
DANGER
Only original spare parts are allowed. The Manufacturer assumes no liability in the
event that non original parts are used.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
In order to maintain good working of the machine for a long time, clean periodically all the parts and oil the
parts that are not painted.
Do not use solvents, which may damage the painting and the parts made of synthetic materials.
After each test check that all the parts of the appliance are not damaged. In case something is damaged get
in touch with the After Sales Service.
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Ensure that all procedures described in the Chapter PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS and PERIODICAL
OPERATIONS are correctly and punctually executed. This care will help preventing failures and
dysfunctions.
7.2
SPECIAL MAINTENANCE
In case of special maintenance operations (repairs, replacement of parts and any other operation not
described in this manual) ask directly to the manufacturer.
7.3
PERIODICAL INSPECTIONS
Ensure that all procedures described in this Chapter are correctly and punctually executed. This care will help
preventing failures and dysfunctions.
OPERATION
PROCEDURE
FREQUENCY
7.4
PERIODICAL OPERATIONS
Ensure that all procedures described in this Chapter are correctly and punctually executed. This care will help
preventing failures and dysfunctions.
OPERATION
PROCEDURE
FREQUENCY
OPERATION
PROCEDURE
FREQUENCY
FREQUENCY
OPERATION
PROCEDURE
FREQUENCY
OPERATION
PROCEDURE
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DIAGNOSIS
DIAGNOSIS
Some easy to solve and simple problem, which can happen during the working of the appliance, are
introduced in this chapter.
ATTENTION
All maintenance, checking, control and repairing operations of each part of the
machine or of the electric system, must be carried out by skilled operators instructed
about the functions and working procedures of the appliance.
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
No supply
CURE
Chapter 9
9.1
SCRAPPING
SETTING ASIDE
In case of setting aside for a long time it is necessary to disconnect the electric feeding.
Execute all the maintenance operations.
Lubricate with some oil the parts not painted of the appliance. Its recommended to cover the machine
against the dust.
9.2
SCRAPPING
This symbol, placed on the device or on the package and/or on the documentation, suggest that
the device shouldnt be dispose together with other home garbage at the end of its life cycle.
To avoid further environment, or health-care damages, caused by the unsuitable disposal of
garbage, we kindly recommend the user to separate this device from other different types of
garbages and to recycle it in a responsible way to avoid the arguable reuse of material
resources. Indeed users must take care at the disposal of the equipment that have to be discarded, taking
them away to the next recycling site for the appropriate recycling treatment for electrical and electronical
devices. Gathering and Recycling deplete devices allow the preservation of natural resources and grant for
them the adequate treatment respecting health and environment.
For further information about your local recycling site please contact your local city hall or city waste treatment
department. The developer, as producer of electrical and electronical devices, will provide to finance the
recycling and treatment services for deplete devices that will come back through these recycling site
accordingly the local statement.
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B2
B1
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technical requirements
B011-10
SAFETY ELECTROMAGNETIC
MICRO-SWITCH SYSTEM
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