Retsch Emax User Manual
Manual
High Energy Ball Mill Emax
Translation
© Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany 17.09.2014 0000
Copyright
© Copyright by
Retsch GmbH
Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5
D-42781 Haan
Federal Republic of Germany
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1 Notes on the Operating Manual ............................................................................................................ 7
1.1 Explanations of the safety warnings .................................................................................................. 8
1.2 General safety instructions ................................................................................................................ 9
1.3 Repairs ............................................................................................................................................. 10
2 Confirmation ......................................................................................................................................... 11
3 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................... 12
3.1 Protective equipment ....................................................................................................................... 12
3.2 Degree of protection ........................................................................................................................ 12
3.3 Emissions......................................................................................................................................... 12
3.4 Rated power .................................................................................................................................... 13
3.5 Dimensions and weight .................................................................................................................... 13
3.6 Required floor space ........................................................................................................................ 13
3.7 Receptacle volume .......................................................................................................................... 13
3.8 Feed size ......................................................................................................................................... 14
3.9 Cooling ............................................................................................................................................. 14
3.9.1 Internal ......................................................................................................................................... 14
3.9.2 External ........................................................................................................................................ 14
4 Transport, scope of delivery, installation .......................................................................................... 15
4.1 Packaging ........................................................................................................................................ 15
4.2 Transport.......................................................................................................................................... 15
4.3 Temperature fluctuations and condensed water ............................................................................. 15
4.4 Conditions for the place of installation ............................................................................................. 15
4.5 Installation of the machine ............................................................................................................... 16
4.6 Type plate description ...................................................................................................................... 16
4.7 Electrical connection ........................................................................................................................ 16
4.8 Removing the transport safeguard .................................................................................................. 17
4.9 Removing Transport Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 19
4.10 Cooling ............................................................................................................................................. 20
4.10.1 Cooling agent ........................................................................................................................... 20
4.10.1.1 Connection to an external cooler ..................................................................................... 22
4.10.2 Grinding jar cooling surfaces ................................................................................................... 23
5 Operating the machine ........................................................................................................................ 24
5.1 Use of the machine for the intended purpose.................................................................................. 24
5.2 Views of the Instrument ................................................................................................................... 27
5.3 Opening and closing of the grinding chamber ................................................................................. 30
5.3.1 Opening ....................................................................................................................................... 30
5.3.2 Closing ......................................................................................................................................... 30
5.4 Emergency unlocking ...................................................................................................................... 31
5.5 Opening and closing the grinding jar support .................................................................................. 32
5.5.1 Opening ....................................................................................................................................... 32
5.5.2 Closing ......................................................................................................................................... 33
5.6 Closing the grinding jar .................................................................................................................... 35
5.6.1 Grinding jar and lid identification.................................................................................................. 35
5.6.2 Drying the grinding jars ................................................................................................................ 35
5.7 Ball sizes and speeds ...................................................................................................................... 36
5.7.1 Recommended ball sizes ............................................................................................................. 36
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5.7.2 Recommended speeds ................................................................................................................ 36
5.8 Inserting the grinding jar .................................................................................................................. 36
5.9 Wet grinding with highly flammable materials ................................................................................. 37
6 Control panel software – controlling the device ............................................................................... 39
6.1 Operating elements and displays .................................................................................................... 39
6.2 Functional principle (resistive) of the touchscreen .......................................................................... 41
6.3 Operating modes and navigation ..................................................................................................... 41
6.3.1 Navigation between operating modes ......................................................................................... 41
6.4 Grinding parameters ........................................................................................................................ 42
6.4.1 Adjustable parameters ................................................................................................................. 42
6.4.2 Parameters that can be activated or deactivated ........................................................................ 43
6.5 Manual operation ............................................................................................................................. 43
6.6 Programs ......................................................................................................................................... 44
6.6.1 Program description and heading ................................................................................................ 44
6.6.1.1 Display of the program description ...................................................................................... 44
6.6.1.2 Edit the program description and the heading ..................................................................... 44
6.6.1.3 Saving or cancelling editing of the program description or heading .................................... 45
6.6.2 Selecting saved programs ........................................................................................................... 46
6.6.3 Editing and saving the program ................................................................................................... 46
6.7 Sequences ....................................................................................................................................... 46
6.7.1 Creating or editing a sequence .................................................................................................... 47
6.7.2 Sequence description and heading ............................................................................................. 47
6.7.3 Selecting a saved sequence ........................................................................................................ 47
6.7.4 Editing and saving a sequence .................................................................................................... 48
6.7.4.1 Adding or changing a program to the sequence .................................................................. 48
6.7.4.2 Removing a program from the sequence ............................................................................ 48
6.8 Service menu ................................................................................................................................... 48
6.8.1 Language ..................................................................................................................................... 50
6.8.2 Date and time............................................................................................................................... 50
6.8.3 Timer – setting ............................................................................................................................. 50
6.8.4 Setting temperature limits ............................................................................................................ 51
6.8.5 Automatic opening ....................................................................................................................... 51
6.8.6 Signal tone ................................................................................................................................... 51
6.8.7 Operating hours ........................................................................................................................... 51
6.8.8 Software versions ........................................................................................................................ 51
6.8.9 User information........................................................................................................................... 52
6.8.10 IR sensor calibration ................................................................................................................ 52
6.8.11 Service environment (password protected) ............................................................................. 52
7 Safety functions and fault display ...................................................................................................... 53
7.1 Fault messages ............................................................................................................................... 53
7.2 Returning for service and maintenance ........................................................................................... 54
8 Cleaning, wear and service ................................................................................................................. 55
8.1 Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................... 55
8.2 Wear ................................................................................................................................................ 55
8.3 Wearing parts .................................................................................................................................. 55
8.4 Service ............................................................................................................................................. 55
8.4.1 Replacing the cooling water ......................................................................................................... 56
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8.4.1.1 Removing the cooling water ................................................................................................ 56
8.4.1.2 Rinsing the cooling system .................................................................................................. 57
9 Disposal ................................................................................................................................................. 60
10 Index ...................................................................................................................................................... 61
Appendix .................................................................................................................................. following page
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Notes on the Operating Manual
1 Notes on the Operating Manual
This operating manual is a technical guide on how to operate the device safely and
it contains all the information required for the areas specified in the table of
contents. This technical documentation is a reference and instruction manual. The
individual chapters are complete in themselves.
Familiarity (of the respective target groups defined according to area) with the
relevant chapters is a precondition for the safe and appropriate use of the device.
This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. If faults arise or
repairs are necessary, please contact your supplier or get in touch with Retsch
GmbH directly.
Application technology information relating to samples to be processed is not
included but can be read on the Internet on the respective device’s page at
www.retsch.com.
Changes
Subject to technical changes.
Copyright
Disclosure or reproduction of this documentation, use and disclosure of its contents
are only permitted with the express permission of Retsch GmbH.
Infringements will result in damage compensation liability.
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Notes on the Operating Manual
WARNING
Type of danger / personal injury
Source of danger
– Possible consequences if the dangers are not observed.
• Instructions on how the dangers are to be avoided.
WARNING
CAUTION
Type of danger / personal injury
Source of danger
– Possible consequences if the dangers are not observed.
• Instructions on how the dangers are to be avoided.
CAUTION
NOTICE
Nature of the property damage
Source of property damage
– Possible consequences if the instructions are not observed.
• Instructions on how the dangers are to be avoided.
1.1 Explanations of the safety warnings
In this Operating Manual we give you the following safety warnings
Serious injury may result from failing to heed these safety warnings. We give you
the following warnings and corresponding content.
We also use the following signal word box in the text or in the instructions on action
to be taken:
Moderate or mild injury may result from failing to heed these safety warnings.
We give you the following warnings and corresponding content.
We also use the following signal word box in the text or in the instructions on action
to be taken:
In the event of possible property damage we inform you with the word
“Instructions” and the corresponding content.
We also use the following signal word in the text or in the instructions on action to
be taken:
NOTICE
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Notes on the Operating Manual
CAUTION
Read the Operating Manual
Non-observance of these operating instructions
– The non-observance of these operating instructions can
result in personal injuries.
• Read the operating manual before using the device.
• We use the adjacent symbol to draw attention to the
necessity of knowing the contents of this operating
manual.
CAUTION
Changes to the machine
– Changes to the machine may lead to personal injury.
• Do not make any change to the machine and use spare parts and
accessories that have been approved by Retsch exclusively.
NOTICE
Changes to the machine
– The conformity declared by Retsch with the European Directives will lose
its validity.
– You lose all warranty claims.
• Do not make any change to the machine and use spare parts and
accessories that have been approved by Retsch exclusively.
1.2 General safety instructions
Target group : All persons concerned with the machine in any form
This machine is a modern, high performance product from Retsch GmbH and
complies with the state of the art. Operational safety is given if the machine is
handled for the intended purpose and attention is given to this technical
documentation.
You, as the owner/managing operator of the machine, must ensure that the people
entrusted with working on the machine:
• have noted and understood all the regulations regarding safety,
• are familiar before starting work with all the operating instructions and
specifications for the target group relevant for them,
• have easy access always to the technical documentation for this machine,
• and that new personnel before starting work on the machine are familiarised
with the safe handling of the machine and its use for its intended purpose,
either by verbal instructions from a competent person and/or by means of
this technical documentation.
Improper operation can result in personal injuries and material damage. You are
responsible for your own safety and that of your employees.
Make sure that no unauthorised person has access to the machine.
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Notes on the Operating Manual
The Retsch representative in your country
Your supplier
Retsch GmbH directly
Reperaturen
1.3 Repairs
This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. For your own
safety, repairs may only be carried out by Retsch GmbH or an authorized
representative or by Retsch service engineers.
In that case please inform:
Your Service Address:
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Confirmation
I have read and taken note of the contents of all chapters in this operating
manual as well as all safety instructions and warnings.
User
Surname, first name (block letters)
Position in the company
Signature
Service technician or operator
Surname, first name (block letters)
Position in the company
Place, date and signature
Bestätigung
2 Confirmation
This operating manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining
the device which must be strictly observed. It is essential that they be read by the
operator and by the qualified staff responsible for the device before the device is
commissioned. This operating manual must be available and accessible at the
place of use at all times.
The user of the device herewith confirms to the managing operator (owner) that
(s)he has received sufficient instructions about the operation and maintenance of
the system. The user has received the operating manual, has read and taken note
of its contents and consequently has all the information required for safe operation
and is sufficiently familiar with the device.
As the owner/managing operator you should for your own protection have your
employees confirm that they have received the instructions about the operation of
the machine.
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Technical data
CAUTION
Possibility of acoustic signals not being heard
Loud grinding noises
- Acoustic alarms and voice communication might not be heard.
• Consider the volume of the grinding noise in relation to other
acoustic signals in the work environment. You may wish to use
additional visual signals.
CAUTION
V0077
Damage to hearing
A loud sound level may be generated depending on the type of
material, the number of balls used, the grinding frequency set and the
duration of grinding.
– Excessive noise in terms of level and duration can cause
impairments or permanent damage to hearing.
• Ensure suitable noise protection measures are taken or
wear ear protection.
Container:
2 125ml steel grinding jars
Grinding body:
50 10mm steel balls each
Feed material:
Quartz sand, approx. 0.5mm
3 Technical data
3.1 Protective equipment
– This device is equipped with an automatic lid lock. The lock prevents the
device being started when in an unsafe state.
– The device can only be started when the lid is closed.
– It is only possible to open the lid when the device has come to a halt.
– Monitoring of the grinding jar attachment (clamping lever) before starting and
3.2 Degree of protection
3.3 Emissions
during grinding
IP30
Sound parameters:
The sound parameters are also influenced by the properties of the sample
material.
Example 1:
Workplace-related
equivalent continuous sound level Lep (LIm) = 83dB(A)
Operating conditions:
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Feed quantity:
60ml
Speed:
2,000 rpm
Container:
2 125ml zirconium grinding jars
Grinding body:
275g ZrO2 2mm balls each
Feed material:
Quartz sand, approx. 0.5mm + 35ml H2O
Feed quantity:
40g
Speed:
1,500 rpm
CAUTION
V0047
Device falling down
Incorrect erection or insufficient working space
– Due to its weight, the device can inflict personal injury if it falls down.
• Only operate the device on a sufficiently large, strong and stable
workplace.
• Ensure that all feet of the device are positioned securely.
3.4 Rated power
Technical data
Example 2:
Workplace-related
equivalent continuous sound level Lep (LIm) = 76dB(A)
Operating conditions:
~ 2600W (VA)
3.5 Dimensions and weight
Height : 525mm
Width: 625mm
Depth: 645mm
Weight: approx. 120kg without grinding jar
3.6 Required floor space
Height with open hood : approx. 945mm
Width of the base : 625mm
Depth of the base : 655mm
Location
– The device must be placed on a vibration-free and stable surface.
3.7 Receptacle volume
The batch/feed volume depends on the sample material and on the device
configuration or setting:
Batch/feed volume: max. 2 x 45ml
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Technical data
3.8 Feed size
The feed size depends on the sample material and on the device configuration or
setting.
Feed size: < 5mm
3.9 Cooling
3.9.1 Internal
There is a cooling agent tank at the back which must be filled with water before
putting into operation.
NOTICE Only use clean, lime-free water as cooling agent.
Fill volume: 600ml
3.9.2 External
Cooling agent: clean, lime-free water
You can connect additional cooling at the back of the device.
The maximum pressure must not exceed 6bar.
The minimum temperature of the cooling agent must not be less than 5°C.
Only clean, lime-free water is permitted as cooling agent.
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
NOTICE
Storage of packaging
– In the event of a complaint or return, your warranty claims may be
endangered if the packaging is inadequate or the machine has not been
secured correctly.
• Please keep the packaging for the duration of the warranty period.
NOTICE
Transport
– Mechanical or electronic components may be damaged.
• The machine may not be knocked, shaken or thrown during
transport.
HINWEIS
Reklamationen
– Bei Transportschäden müssen Sie den Transporteur und die Retsch
GmbH unverzüglich benachrichtigen. Spätere Reklamationen können
unter Umständen nicht mehr berücksichtigt werden.
• Benachrichtigen Sie Ihren Transporteur und die Retsch GmbH
innerhalb von 24h.
NOTICE
Temperature fluctuations
The machine may be subject to strong temperature fluctuations during transport
(e.g. aircraft transport)
– The resultant condensed water may damage electronic components.
• Protect the machine from condensed water.
4 Transport, scope of delivery, installation
4.1 Packaging
4.2 Transport
The packaging has been adapted to the mode of transport. It complies with the
generally applicable packaging guidelines.
4.3 Temperature fluctuations and condensed water
4.4 Conditions for the place of installation
Ambient temperature: 5°C to 40°C
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
NOTICE
Ambient temperature
– Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the
performance data alter to an unknown extent.
• Do not exceed or fall below the permitted temperature range of the
machine (5°C to 40°C / ambient temperature).
WARNING
1 2 3
4 5 6 7 8
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4.5 Installation of the machine
Installation height: maximum 2000 m above sea level
4.6 Type plate description
Fig. 1: Type plate lettering
1 Device designation
2 Year of production
3 Part number
4 Serial number
5 Manufacturer’s address
6 CE marking
7 Disposal label
8 Bar code
9 Power version
10 Mains frequency
11 Capacity
12 Amperage
13 Number of fuses
14 Fuse type and fuse strength
In the case of questions please provide the device designation (1) or the part
number (3) and the serial number (4) of the device.
4.7 Electrical connection
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
WARNING
Serious personal injury
Falling loads
– The appliance is very heavy and can therefore cause serious personal
injuries if it falls down.
• Lifting above head height is not permissible!
TP
When connecting the power cable to the mains supply, use an external fusethat
complies with the regulations applicable to the place of installation .
• Please check the type plate for details on the necessary voltage and
frequency for the device.
• Make sure the levels agree with the existing mains power supply.
• Use the supplied connection cable to connect the device to the mains power
supply.
4.8 Removing the transport safeguard
Fig. 1: Unscrewing the transport lock
• Unscrew the screws on either side of the device (TP).
NOTICE
The transport lock can also be used as carrying aid.
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
NOTICE
Damage to the feet
Pushing or pulling the device
– The feet oscillate (free-force compensation sockets) and will be damaged if
you pull or push the device across a surface.
• Do not pull or push the device.
• Lift the device to move it.
Fig. 2: Transporting the device
Weight: approx. 120kg without grinding jar
• The device should always be lifted by four people.
Fig. 3: Oscillating feet– do not push the device
Fig. 4: Attaching lifting gear
You can also use the transport aid for lifting the device with a crane.
• Attach the lifting straps to the two transport aids as shown in the diagram.
NOTICE
The housing can be damaged if the lifting straps are too short.
• Use 4 sufficiently long lifting straps.
• Observe the minimum distance between the device and the lifting gear.
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
TS
TH
TH
TS
Minimum distance: 100cm
Fig. 5: Minimum distance between housing and lifting gear
4.9 Removing Transport Safeguards
Fig. 6: Transport aid
The transport aid (TH) is fixed to the underneath of the device.
• Use a 13mm wrench to attach and remove the four screws (TS).
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
WARNING
Risk of a fatal electric shock
- An electric shock can cause injuries in the form of burns and cardiac
arrhythmia, respiratory arrest or cardiac arrest.
• Do not clean the blender under running water. Use only a cloth dampened
with water.
• Disconnect the power supply plug before cleaning the blender.
WARNING
W0008
Risk of death through power surge
Mains plug not completely plugged in
– Water can enter the IEC socket if the IEC is not completely plugged in. An
electric shock can lead to burns and arrhythmia or to respiratory arrest as
well as cardiac arrest.
• Only operate the device with the IEC fully plugged in.
TS
4.10 Cooling
4.10.1 Cooling agent
Fig. 7: Removing the transport aid
There is a cooling agent tank at the back which must be filled with water before
putting into operation. Only clean, lime-free water is permitted as cooling agent.
• Unscrew the lid (TD) to fill the water.
• Start the device up for 2 minutes at a speed of 300 revolutions per minute
(with two grinding jars).
– This activates the internal pump and the cooling agent is distributed in the
cooling system.
• Then close the tank again.
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Transport, scope of delivery, installation
TD
Max
Min
Maximum volume of
cooling agent: 600ml
Fig. 8: Cooling agent tank
Check the supply of cooling agent regularly.
• Only use clean, lime-free tap water when topping up
• Pay attention to dirt in the cooling water. If it is too dirty, the cooling water
must be replaced.
• Maximum volume of cooling agent 600ml.
• Check the cooling system regularly for leaks.
Fig. 9: Maximum and minimum fill level
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