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Table of Contents SK550 1.1V 2.0
Table of Contents
1About this manual......................................................................................................... 5
1.1How to work with the manual............................................................................................5
1.2Record of changes ...........................................................................................................5
The SK550 1.1 and all its versions are referred to in the manual as the ’machine’.
This manual contains the original instructions. The original language of the manual is English. All other language
versions are translations of the original instructions.
1.1How to work with the manual
For the safe use of the machine, it is important:
1 To familiarize yourself with the structure and content.
2 To read the safety chapter in detail and make sure you understand all the instructions. See chapter 2.
3 To carry out the actions completely and in the given sequence.
1.2Record of changes
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EditionEditorCheckDateDescription
1.0ETTB03/2015First edition
2.0ETTB09/2018Updates due to change of control panel and general updates
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2Safety
WARNING
Read the manual before you install or use the machine. Failure to do so can result in personal
injury, death or property damage.
2.1Intended use
The machine is designed to shake colorants in a can. Any other use of the machine is strictly forbidden.
2.2Liability
2.2.1General liability
Our machines and accessories are fully compliant with the CE regulations. Any modification can result in not
fulfilling the CE safety requirements and is therefore not allowed. Fast & Fluid Management B.V. will not accept
any responsibility in case of modifications to machines and/or accessories.
Fast & Fluid Management B.V. is not liable if you do not follow the rules below:
-The machine is for indoors use only.
-This machine may only be used for commercial settings. The machine is not a household appliance.
-Observe all local safety regulations.
-Strictly obey the safety instructions in this manual.
-Mind the minimal requirement of the building structure of the load capacity of the floor.
-Place machine in a well-lit and well-ventilated room.
-Install and connect the machine according to the instructions in this manual.
-Connect the machine to a grounded wall socket.
-Do not use extension cords or inadequately rated power cables.
-Make sure that the power cable is freely accessible.
-Do not place objects on top of the machine.
-Keep lids, panels, and covers closed and in place whenever possible.
-Do not use a damaged machine. When you have doubts, contact your supplier. See §5.2.
-Keep the machine in good condition.
-Clean the machine at the intervals and when dirty.
-Make sure that defective parts are immediately replaced.
-Remove spilled liquids immediately, and unplug the machine in case of large spillages (> 500mL).
-Replace parts only with original Fast & Fluid Management B.V. spare parts.
All maintenance beyond the scope of this manual must be carried out by a qualified service technician that Fast
& Fluid Management B.V. has trained and certified.
2.2.2Machine-specific liability
The machine cannot be used in an environment where explosive vapours may occur (ATEX zone). Colorants
that contain flammable solvents can be mixed, as long as they are packed in a suitable UN approved container.
Please consult the health & safety officer of your paint supplier and/or colorant supplier on how to avoid the
emergence of hazardous situations like personal harm or the risk for fire and explosion.
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-Personal harm should be avoided by strictly following the materials safety data sheets (MSDS) for colorants
and (base) paint.
-The use of flammable colorants or colorants that diffuse potential explosive vapors may present fire and
explosion risks.
2.3User qualification for installation
Only install the machine if you have written permission from the supplier of the machine.
2.4CE certification
The machine is CE certified. This means that the machine complies with the essential requirements concerning
safety. The directives that have been taken into consideration in the design are available on www.fast-fluid.com
2.5Safety symbols on the machine
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CAUTION
Disconnect power supply
before servicing
Maximum load weight.
See §6.1
2.6Safety symbols in the manual
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WARNING
Can cause personal injury.
Read the manual
Central earthing point
Note
Shows further information.
CAUTION
Can cause damage to the machine.
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2.7Disposal of the machine
1. Sort the machine, the accessories and the packaging for
environmentally friendly recycling.
2. Do not dispose of the machine into domestic waste. Dispose
of the machine according to local regulations.
Fast & Fluid Management B.V.
IDEX Dispensing
P.O. Box 220
2170 AE Sassenheim
The Netherlands
THE TINTING COMPANY
XXX V~ XX/XX Hz XXX
Model XXX XX-XXX
Brand Xxxxxxxxxxx
Serial no. XXXXXXXXX-XXXXXX
Prod.week XX-XXXX
Mass XXXkg
Fuse X AT
Patented families
XXxxxxxxx
XXxxxxxxx
XXxxxxxxx
www.fast-fluid.com
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Design
Made in Xxxxxx
3.2Operation
WARNING
Only push the emergency stop switch in the case of
a safety emergency.
Make sure that the problem is solved before you
reset the emergency stop switch.
When you reset the emergency stop switch after an
emergency stop, command 'press any key' will
appear.
3.2.1Turning on the machine
1. Connect the power cable to the grouned wall socket.
2. Make sure that the emergency stop switch is released.
3. Set the main switch to ‘ON’. When the machine is on, the
display shows the default shake times.
Note
For first time use, select the user ID code.
See §4.4.
3.2.2Turning on the machine when the machine is in hibernation
When the machine is in hibernation, the illumination of the display
is off and the display shows the Fast & Fluid logo.
1. Push any key. When the machine is on, the display shows the
default shake times.
3.2.3General shaking procedure
1. Place the can. See § 3.2.4.
2. Start the machine, See § 3.2.5.
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B
A
AA
AA
A
A
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1. Push any key. When the machine is on, the display shows the
default shake times.
3.2.3General shaking procedure
1. Place the can. See § 3.2.4.
2. Start the machine, See § 3.2.5.
Note
The door is unlocked when the display shows
‘READY!’.
3. Remove the can. See § 3.2.7.
3.2.4Placing the can
Open the doors
1. Open the doors (A). Use the handle (B).
Place the can
1. Put one or more cans (A) in the centre of the can table, or in
a pattern that has its gravitational centre in the middle of the
can table.
WARNING
It is possible that the can is heavy. Use the
correct lifting tool when appropriate. Obey the
local regulations.
CAUTION
Make sure that all cans have the same height.
Do not stack cans upon each other.
Note
If the can plate and the can table are too close
to each other, use the Stop/Up key to move the
can plate upwards, see § 3.1.2.
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A
A
B
A
Retain the can handle
1. If you place one can, make sure that the can handle (A)
cannot move. Use the can handle retainer (B).
2. If you place more than one can at the same time, make sure
that the can handles cannot move. Use a can handle retainer ,
for example self-adhesive tape.
Retain the can (optional)
Note
Sometimes the space between the lid of the can
and the can plate causes the can to move during
operation. Use the lid padding to prevent the
displacement of the can.
1. Put the lid padding on the can.
Close the doors
1. Close the doors (A). Use the handle (B).
3.2.5Start the machine
1. Select the shake time by pushing one of the program keys.
The doors are locked and the machine starts.
Note
The default shake times are 30 seconds, 1, 2,
and 3 minutes.
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B
A
A
3.2.6Adjust the shake time during operation (optional)
Note
During operation:
-The display shows the remaining shake time.
-You can adjust the shake time.
1. Use the program keys to increase (+) or decrease (-) the
shake time.
3.2.7Remove the can
1. Open the doors (A). Use the handle (B).
2. Remove the can handle retainer from the can handle.
3. Remove the can.
Note
If the can plate and the can table are too close
to each other, use the Stop/Up key to move up
the can plate, see § 3.1.2.
3.2.8Stop the operation manually
1. Push the Stop/Up key.
2. Wait until the display shows “READY!”. The doors are
unlocked.
3. If necessary, remove the can. See § 3.2.7.
3.2.9Using the emergency stop switch
1. Push the emergency stop switch (A). The machine stops
immediately.
CAUTION
Only push the emergency stop switch in case
of a safety emergency. Do not use the
emergency stop switch as an on/off function!
2. Solve the problem as quickly as possible.
3. Reset the emergency stop switch by turning the emergency
stop switch.
4. Press one of the keys to start the machine.
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Note
After the reset, the machine is on and initiated
when the display shows the shake times.
3.2.10Restart the machine
1. Set the main switch to the off position.
2. Wait 30 seconds.
3. Turn on the machine. See § 3.2.1.
3.3Maintenance
3.3.1General safety instructions for maintenance
WARNING
Check the MSDS of the colorants about
personal protection measures required for
handling the colorant.
CAUTION
Do not use cleaning agents based on organic
solvents to clean the machine.
3.3.2General cleaning: after every operation
1. Clean the machine with a cloth and remove all spilled paint or
other liquid.
3.3.3Periodic maintenance: weekly
1. Remove all spilled paint from the machine.
2. Grease the spindles.
3.3.4Periodic maintenance: monthly
1. Remove all spilled paint and dirty grease from the machine.
2. Add new grease.
3. Grease the sliding parts.
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A
4Installation
4.1Unpack the machine
4.1.1Remove the cardboard
1. Remove the cardboard (A).
4.1.2Remove the plastic foil
1. Remove the plastic foil (A).
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A
A
4.1.3Unlock the machine
1. Remove the bolts (A) at both sides of the machine. The
wooden blocks (B) are now free to move.
4.1.4Remove the wooden blocks
CAUTION
If you do not remove all loose parts, this can
cause severe damage to the machine when it is
in operation.
1. Remove the wooden blocks from the machine. Use the cord
(A).
2. Make sure that all loose parts are removed from the machine:
Note
Store the removed parts for later use. They are
needed for future transportation.
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4x
A
B
A
4.1.5Remove the transport brackets
1. Remove the screws (A).
2. Remove the transport brackets (B).
4.1.6Dispose of the packaging material
1. Dispose of the packaging material in an environmentally
friendly way, according to local regulations, see §2.7.
4.2Put the machine in position
4.2.1Move the machine from the pallet
1. Optionally, place a ramp (A).
2. Push the machine from the pallet on to the ground.
4.2.2Move the machine to the final location
WARNING
Do not use a forklift.
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B
C
17mm
WARNING
Mind the minimum requirement of the load
capacity of the floor. See §6.2.
Note
Make sure the final location is well-lit and wellventilated.
1. Push the machine to the final location.
2. Connect the power cable to the net entry.
3. Connect the power cable to the wall socket.
Note
The power cable is also used as a device to
disconnect the power. Make sure that the power
cable is freely accessible.
4.2.3Level the machine
1. Move down the adjustable feet (A) until the wheels (B) are off
the ground.
2. Adjust the height of the feet and make sure that the machine
is leveled.
3. Tighten the nuts (C) to lock the feet.
4.3Finish the installation
1. Turn on the machine. See § 3.2.1.
2. For first time use, select the user ID code. See §4.4.
4.4Select the user ID code
Note
The default user ID code is “0000”.
Note
You can choose a user ID code only one time. If
you have chosen the wrong user ID code, the
machine uses the default user ID code. See §5.3.
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1. Select the user ID code. Use the program keys. Refer to the
table.
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2. Choose the user ID code. Use the Stop/Up key (E).
KeyFunction
ATo go to the previous value of the digit
BTo go to the next value of the digit
CTo increase the value of the digit
DTo decrease the value of the digit
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5Troubleshooting
5.1General troubleshooting procedure
1. Try to solve the problem with the information in this manual.
See §5.3.
2. If it is not possible to solve the problem with the information in
this manual, contact service. See §5.2.
5.2Contact service
1. Find the type plate on the rear of the machine. See § 3.1.4.
2. Take a note of the model number and the serial number of the
machine.
3. Contact your supplier or manufacturer.
See www.fast-fluid.com
5.3Error messages and other faults
.
Note
See the column Possible solution to solve the
problem. When the problem persists, contact
service. See §5.2.
ProblemPossible causePossible solution
The display shows ‘E01’The door is open.Close the door. See § 3.2.4.
The display shows ‘E08’
The display shows ‘E11’The can is missing.Place the can. See §3.2.4.
The display shows ‘E50’ to
‘E99’
The display shows user ID
code ‘0000’, but you have
chosen another user ID
code
Emergency stop switch is pressed
during running state.
Inverter is in error mode.Reset the machine. See § 3.2.10.
The wrong user ID code is chosen. Contact service. See §5.2.
Release the emergency stop switch.
See § 3.2.9.
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6Technical data
6.1General specifications
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ParameterSpecification
Materials used are suitable forWater, universal and solvent colorants
Maximum load weight [kg]40
Can table dimensions [cm]36 x 35
Maximum can height [cm]45
Minimum can height [cm]7
Maximum shake speed [rpm]720
Maximum shake time [hr], at own risk
1.For optimal settings, contact service. Refer to §5.2.
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ParameterSpecification
Dimensions, height x width x depth [cm]116 x 72 x 61
Packed dimensions, height x width x depth [cm]160 x 78 x 78
Mass incl. packaging [kg]210
Mass filled machine [kg]230
Minimum requirement of the load capacity of the floor according to
EN 61010-1:2010 [kg]
6.3Ambient conditions
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ParameterSpecification
Temperature [°C], operational +10 to +40
Temperature [°C], out of operation-25 to +55
Altitude above sea level [m], operational-10 to 2000
Altitude above sea level [m], out of operation-10 to 12000
920
Maximum relative humidity [RH], without condensation [%]90
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6.4Noise level
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ParameterSpecification
Maximum noise level [dB(A)]< 65
6.5Safety classifications
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ParameterSpecification
IP (Ingress Protection) classification32
EMC (ElectroMagnetic Compliancy) classificationClass B