Retsch SM 200 User Manual

Manual

Cutting Mill SM200

Translation

© Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany 06.03.2013 0005

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 ............................................................................................................ 5

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

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

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

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

3 Transport, scope of delivery, installation .......................................................................................... 10

3.1 Packaging ........................................................................................................................................ 10

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

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

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

3.5 Electrical connection ........................................................................................................................ 11

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

3.7 Removing Transport Safeguards ..................................................................................................... 12

3.8 Mounting the Feed Hopper .............................................................................................................. 12

3.8.1 Removing the Transport Safeguard ............................................................................................ 13

3.8.2 Mounting the Feed Hopper .......................................................................................................... 13

3.9 Installation of the machine ............................................................................................................... 14

4 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................... 16

4.1 Use of the machine for the intended purpose.................................................................................. 16

4.2 Emissions......................................................................................................................................... 17

4.3 Degree of protection ........................................................................................................................ 17

4.4 Motor rotation speed ........................................................................................................................ 18

4.5 Receptacle volume .......................................................................................................................... 18

4.6 Rated power .................................................................................................................................... 18

4.7 Dimensions and weight .................................................................................................................... 18

4.8 Required floor space ........................................................................................................................ 18

5 Operating the machine ........................................................................................................................ 19

5.1 Views of the Instrument ................................................................................................................... 19

5.2 Overview table of the parts of the device ........................................................................................ 22

5.3 Operating elements and displays .................................................................................................... 23

5.4 Overview Table of the Operating Elements and the Display ........................................................... 23

5.5 Opening and closing of the grinding chamber ................................................................................. 24

5.6 Mounting the bottom sieve ............................................................................................................... 24

5.7 Replacing the rotor .......................................................................................................................... 24

5.7.1 Removing the Rotor ..................................................................................................................... 25

5.7.2 Inserting the Rotor ....................................................................................................................... 25

5.8 Inserting the filter unit and collecting receptacle.............................................................................. 26

5.9 Starting the grinding process ........................................................................................................... 26

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5.10 Stopping the grinding process ......................................................................................................... 27

6 Mode of Operation of Feed Hopper .................................................................................................... 28

7 Assembling and using the cyclone .................................................................................................... 29

7.1 Cyclone assembly ............................................................................................................................ 29

7.1.1 Inserting the wide mouth bottle adapter ...................................................................................... 33

8 Cleaning and service ........................................................................................................................... 34

8.1 Adjusting the cutting bars ................................................................................................................ 34

9 Fault messages ..................................................................................................................................... 37

10 Disposal ................................................................................................................................................. 38

11 Index ...................................................................................................................................................... 39

Appendix ............................................................................................................................... following pages

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Notes on the Operating Manual

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1 Notes on the Operating Manual

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This operating manual is a technical guide on how to operate the device safely and
it contains all the information required for the areas specified in the table of
contents. This technical documentation is a reference and instruction manual. The
individual chapters are complete in themselves.

Familiarity (of the respective target groups defined according to area) with the
relevant chapters is a precondition for the safe and appropriate use of the device.

This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. If faults arise or
repairs are necessary, please contact your supplier or get in touch with Retsch
GmbH directly.

Application technology information relating to samples to be processed is not
included but can be read on the Internet on the respective device’s page at

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www.retsch.com.

Changes

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Subject to technical changes.

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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.

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1.1 Explanations of the safety warnings

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In this Operating Manual we give you the following safety warnings

Serious injury may result from failing to heed these safety warnings. We give you
the following warnings and corresponding content.

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.

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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.

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1.2 General safety instructions

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Target group : All persons concerned with the machine in any form
This machine is a modern, high performance product from Retsch GmbH and

complies with the state of the art. Operational safety is given if the machine is
handled for the intended purpose and attention is given to this technical

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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

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Reperaturen

1.3 Repairs

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This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. For your own
safety, repairs may only be carried out by Retsch GmbH or an authorized
representative or by Retsch service engineers.

In that case please inform:

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

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Bestätigung

2 Confirmation

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This operating manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining
the device which must be strictly observed. It is essential that they be read by the
operator and by the qualified staff responsible for the device before the device is
commissioned. This operating manual must be available and accessible at the
place of use at all times.

The user of the device herewith confirms to the managing operator (owner) that
(s)he has received sufficient instructions about the operation and maintenance of
the system. The user has received the operating manual, has read and taken note
of its contents and consequently has all the information required for safe operation
and is sufficiently familiar with the device.
As the owner/managing operator you should for your own protection have your
employees confirm that they have received the instructions about the operation of
the machine.

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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.

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.

NOTICE

Ambient temperature

– Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the

performance data alter to an unknown extent.

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

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

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3.1 Packaging

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3.2 Transport

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

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3.3 Temperature fluctuations and condensed water

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3.4 Conditions for the place of installation

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Atmospheric humidity:
Maximum relative humidity 80% at temperatures up to 31°C, decreasing linearly up

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to 50% relative humidity at 40°C

Transport, scope of delivery, installation

NOTICE

Atmospheric humidity

– Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the

performance data alter to an unknown extent.

• Do not exceed the admissible range for atmospheric humidity.

WARNING

NOTICE

Electrical connection

– Mechanical or electronic components may be damaged.

• Please observe the information on the type plate.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

10

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3.5 Electrical connection

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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

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supply.

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3.6 Type plate description

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Fig. 1: Type plate lettering
1 Device designation
2 Year of production
3 Part number
4 Serial number
5 Manufacturer’s address

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Transport, scope of delivery, installation

WARNING

1.W0004

Risk of injury to skin and hands

Fast rotating cutting blade

– There is a risk of injuring hands, fingers and skin.

• Never operate the device without a feed hopper.

TH

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

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number (3) and the serial number (4) of the device.

3.7 Removing Transport Safeguards

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Fig. 2: Removing the transport aid
Lift the device only by the transport aid (TH). The weight of the device is approx. 90

kg. Choose a safe lifting sling that is approved for this weight.
Keep the eye bolt(TH) for transport again at a later date.

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The eye bolt must be removed before the hopper is assembled.

3.8 Mounting the Feed Hopper

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Transport, scope of delivery, installation

NOTICE

Transport safeguard

– Components may be damaged.

• Operate the machine only without the transport safeguard or

transport the machine only with transport safeguard.

E

F S T

B R D

TH E F

TS S T

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3.8.1 Removing the Transport Safeguard

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Fig. 3: Removing the transport aid

• Remove the transport aid (TH).

• Unlock the grinding chamber door, by pulling the mini detent pin (E) upwards

and pressing the handle of the door latch (F) backwards.

• Open the grinding chamber door (T).

• Remove the two locking screws (S).

NOTE

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Keep the transport safeguard (TS) for transport at a later date.

3.8.2 Mounting the Feed Hopper

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Fig. 4: Mounting the feed hopper

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CAUTION

S

• Push the handle of the door latch (F) backwards.

• Open the grinding chamber door (T).

• Pull the plunger (B) into the upper latching position.

• Place the feed hopper (R) on the device. (see diagram)

Until the feed hopper (R) is secured by two socket-head screws, there is a risk of it
falling out of the device.

• Release the detent pin bolt (D) on the plunger (B).

• Push the plunger downwards.

• Screw the two provided socket-head screws (S) through the hinge on the

feed hopper into the enclosure.

• At first, tighten the screws only slightly.

• Close the grinding chamber door.

• Pull the handle on the door latch (F) forwards until the mini detent pin (E)

engages.

• Adjust the feed hopper until the plunger can be moved upwards and

downwards easily without jamming.

• Tighten the two socket-head screws securely. (10 Nm)

• Check again if the plunger moves upwards and downwards easily without

jamming.

• Put the two protective caps (SK) onto the screws (S).

Fig. 5: Putting on the protective caps
NOTE
When new, the grinding chamber door and the handle on the door latch are

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somewhat difficult to move.

3.9 Installation of the machine

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Installation height: maximum 2000 m above sea level

NOTE

Installation

– Depending on the operating status of the mill, there may be slight

vibrations.

• Place the mill on an even, flat and balanced supporting surface only.
The supporting surface must be stable and must not vibrate.

NOTICE

Installation of the machine

– It must be possible to disconnet the machine from the mains at any time.

• Install the machine such that the connection for the mains cable is

easily accessible.

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Transport, scope of delivery, installation

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