Retsch Emax User Manual Page 1

© Retsch GmbH, 42781 Haan, Retsch-Allee 1-5, Germany 17.09.2014 0000 Manual High Energy Ball Mill Emax Translation

Notes on the Operating Manual 10 Reperaturen 1.3 Repairs This operating manual does not contain any repair instructions. For your own safety, re

Confirmation 11 Bestätigung 2 Confirmation This operating manual contains essential instructions for operating and maintaining the device which

Technical data 12 3 Technical data 3.1 Protective equipment – This device is equipped with an automatic lid lock. The lock prevents the d

Technical data 13 Feed quantity: 60ml Speed: 2,000 rpm Example 2: Workplace-related equivalent continuous sound level Lep (LIm) = 76dB(A)

Technical data 14 3.8 Feed size The feed size depends on the sample material and on the device configuration or setting. Feed size: < 5mm

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 15 4 Transport, scope of delivery, installation 4.1 Packaging The packaging has been adapted to t

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 16 NOTICE Ambient temperature – Electronic and mechanical components may be damaged and the performa

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 17 When connecting the power cable to the mains supply, use an external fusethat complies with the regula

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 18 Fig. 2: Transporting the device Weight: approx. 120kg without grinding jar • The device should always

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 19 Minimum distance: 100cm Fig. 5: Minimum distance between housing and lifting gear 4.9 Removing Tr

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Transport, scope of delivery, installation 20 Fig. 7: Removing the transport aid 4.10 Cooling WARNING Risk of a fatal electric shock - An e

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 21 Fig. 8: Cooling agent tank Check the supply of cooling agent regularly. • Only use clean, lime-free

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 22 NOTICE Error message E46 Flowmeter – The following error sources can lead to an E46 error message:

Transport, scope of delivery, installation 23 4.10.2 Grinding jar cooling surfaces Fig. 11: Grinding jar support cooling surfaces Fig. 12: Gri

Operating the machine 24 5 Operating the machine 5.1 Use of the machine for the intended purpose CAUTION Risk of explosion or fire – O

Operating the machine 25

Operating the machine 26

Operating the machine 27 5.2 Views of the Instrument Fig. 13: Front view of the device A H E C D B F G

Operating the machine 28 Element Description Function A Locking device Keeps the device closed B Operating touchscreen Operation of the device, s

Operating the machine 29 Fig. 14: Back of the device Element Description Function I Power switch Disconnect the device from the mains, automat

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Operating the machine 30 5.3 Opening and closing of the grinding chamber 5.3.1 Opening When automatic opening is active, the grinding chambe

Operating the machine 31 Fig. 16: Closing the hood NOTICE Hood is not closed Automatic locking has not engaged – If the hood has not closed suffic

Operating the machine 32 Fig. 18: Activating the emergency release 5.5 Opening and closing the grinding jar support CAUTION Scalding/burns H

Operating the machine 33 • Pull out the locking pin (D) to release from the groove (DN). • Twist the locking pin 90 degrees to release it permane

Operating the machine 34 • Turn the twist grip (C) anticlockwise and tighten the twist grip (C) only hand-tight when closing. No greater force tha

Operating the machine 35 To avoid operating errors, the correct position of the grinding jar support is queried using a magnet (MG) via extension (M

Operating the machine 36 5.7 Ball sizes and speeds With this grinding device, a very large amount of energy enters the sample material. This hi

Operating the machine 37 Fig. 26: Both grinding stations must be loaded Fig. 27: Inserting the grinding jar 5.9 Wet grinding with highly flamma

Operating the machine 38 concept. Where necessary, supplementary organisational measures should be recorded in writing in an explosion protection d

Control panel software – controlling the device 39 6 Control panel software – controlling the device 6.1 Operating elements and displays Fi

4 1 Notes on the Operating Manual ... 7 1.

Control panel software – controlling the device 40 22.04.2014 14:23 PROGRAM 65°C Temperature Interval Reverse direction 01:00:00 Process time 1800 S

Control panel software – controlling the device 41 Element Description Function B1.1 Navigation Switching between Manual, Program and Sequences B

Control panel software – controlling the device 42 • Tap on the desired mode. 6.4 Grinding parameters You can change the following grinding para

Control panel software – controlling the device 43 Fig. 29: Making entries 6.4.2 Parameters that can be activated or deactivated – Interval – R

Control panel software – controlling the device 44 22.04.2014 14:23 PROGRAM 65 C° Temperatur Intervall Richtungsumkehr 01:00:00 Prozesszeit 1800 Dre

Control panel software – controlling the device 45 Fig. 30: Window for editing the program description • To edit the heading, tap the field (B4.1)

Control panel software – controlling the device 46 6.6.2 Selecting saved programs • Tap on the headings field (B2.4). – The program selection wi

Control panel software – controlling the device 47 – The grinding parameters of the individual programs cannot be changed in the sequence mode. To

Control panel software – controlling the device 48 22.04.2014 14:23 PROGRAM 10 | Aluminium oxide B2.2 • Tap on an icon to open the sequence descr

Control panel software – controlling the device 49 You can change the following settings in the service menu: – Language – Date and time – Sign

5 5.7.2 Recommended speeds ... 36 5.8

Control panel software – controlling the device 50 6.8.1 Language Fig. 31: Accessing the language setting You can select your language in this me

Control panel software – controlling the device 51 6.8.4 Setting temperature limits Fig. 33: Temperature limits With the temperature limits funct

Control panel software – controlling the device 52 - Controller (firmware) - Display • Tap on the desired update. NOTICE A suitable USB data medi

Safety functions and fault display 53 7 Safety functions and fault display 7.1 Fault messages Error code Description Measures E10 Drive over

Safety functions and fault display 54 7.2 Returning for service and maintenance Fig. 2: Returned goods dispatch note RETSCH devices and acces

Cleaning, wear and service 55 8 Cleaning, wear and service 8.1 Cleaning WARNING Risk of a fatal electric shock - An electric shock can ca

Cleaning, wear and service 56 8.4.1 Replacing the cooling water 8.4.1.1 Removing the cooling water Fig. 36: Replacing the cooling agent 1. Pl

Cleaning, wear and service 57 Fig. 38: Removing the pipe 5. After stopping the device you can remove and clean the pipe (TR). 6. Also clean the

Cleaning, wear and service 58 3. Place an empty collecting vessel (AG) to catch the drained cooling water under the cooling agent tank (T). 4. Rem

Cleaning, wear and service 59

6 8.4.1.1 Removing the cooling water ... 56 8.4.1.2 Ri

Disposal 60 9 Disposal Please observe the respective statutory requirements with respect to disposal. Information on disposal of electrical an

61 10 IndexA Additional cooling 14 Ambient temperature 15 Amount of energy 36 Amperage 16 B Back of the device 29 Ball size 36 Bar code 16 Base Depth

62 N Navigation manual 41 program 41 sequence 41 Notes on the Operating Manual 7 Number of fuses 16 O Opening 30 Opening and closing of the grinding

Authorized person for the compilation of technical documents: J. Bunke (technical documentation) The following records

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Notes on the Operating Manual 7 1 Notes on the Operating Manual This operating manual is a technical guide on how to operate the device safely

Notes on the Operating Manual 8 1.1 Explanations of the safety warnings In this Operating Manual we give you the following safety warnings S

Notes on the Operating Manual 9 1.2 General safety instructions CAUTION Read the Operating Manual Non-observance of these operating instruct