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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Rotor Weighfeeder
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
TRM / 25.10.2005 550.098.60.04-BD-b-GB
ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
PFISTER GmbH, D-86068 Augsburg 550.098.60.04-BD-b-GB-(kpl) Page 1 / 2

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Rotor Weighfeeder
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The persons responsible for transport, assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance

and repairs must read and apply the operating instructions. This is a prerequisite for fault-
free operation and serves to prevent damage and hazards, particularly with regard to
explosion protection.
The operating instructions must always be kept near to the unit, because they contain
important information about maintenance and repairs.
Before starting work, consult our customer service department if you do not understand
information related to safety. They will also be please to answer any other questions.
We can accept no liability for damage or breakdown caused by failure to observe

these operating instructions!
These operating instructions are compiled in accordance with the valid regulations for
machines, electrical systems and explosion protection and are made up of the following
sections:
Contents ....................................................................................... Document no.
Unit description............................................................................ 550.098.60.04-GB-a-GB

Safety sheet .................................................................................. 550.099.60.04-SI-0-GB
Transport instructions................................................................. 550.099.60.04-TA-a-GB
Mounting instructions ................................................................. 550.098.60.04-MA-a-GB
Commissioning instructions....................................................... 550.098.60.04-IN-a-GB
Operator’s manual ....................................................................... 550.098.60.04-BA-a-GB
Maintenance instructions............................................................ 550.098.60.04-WA-b-GB
Repair instructions ...................................................................... 550.098.60.04-IS-a-GB
We reserve the right to make changes due to technical advancements which may cause
deviations from the illustrations and information contained in these operating instructions.

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UNIT DESCRIPTION
Rotor Weighfeeder
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
Contents...............................................................................................................Page
1 General description............................................................................................ 2
2 Operating Principle of Rotor Weighfeeder ......................................................... 2
3 Installation possibilities ...................................................................................... 3
4 Intended use ...................................................................................................... 4
5 Index History ...................................................................................................... 4

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UNIT DESCRIPTION
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1 General description
The rotor weighfeeder FRW is used for the continuous, gravimetric metered feeding of
pulverized and fine-grained bulk materials. Its simple, enclosed design, enables weighing,
metering and direct transfer into the process with a single unit.
2 Operating Principle of Rotor Weighfeeder
1 Rotor 5 Lower plate 9 Load cell

2 Inlet 6 Housing ring 10 Drawbar
3 Outlet 7 Frame 11 Weighing axis
4 Upper plate 8 Pendulum bearing 12 Locking rod
Fig. 1: Rotor weighfeeder
The rotor weighfeeder consists of a horizontal rotor (1) which transports the bulk material
from the inlet (2) to the outlet (3).
The rotor (1) is enclosed by the upper (4) and lower plate (5) and the housing ring (6). These
assemblies form the weighing section (painted red). This is suspended offset on the frame
(7) (painted grey) with the two pendulum bearings (8). The pendulum bearings form the
weighing axis (11).
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The material transported in the rotor produces a torque around the weighing axis (11), which
is compensated and measured by the load cell (9) via the drawbar (10). This measured value
provides information on the bulk material mass in the rotor, i.e. even before discharge. The
loading of the rotor with the related rotor position is stored in the weighing electronics.
The weighing electronics calculate the required rotor speed for the time of the discharge with
the specified proportioning output and the measured bulk material mass. This principle of so-
called prospective control - ProsCon® - enables the rotor weighfeeder to achieve a
disturbance variable compensation with an extremely high short-term accuracy.
3 Installation possibilities
Fundamentally, there are two installation possibilities:
direct installation onto silo installation with frame
Fig. 2: Schematic diagram of the installation possibilities
The smaller, lighter rotor weighfeeder is normally suspended directly from the silo, while the
larger, heavier rotor weighfeeders are installed with a frame. This frame is supported by a
platform that, if possible, should be designed to be antivibration and have high bending
strength.
A shut-off gate is fitted to the silo cone. Predosing in the rotor weighfeeder is carried out by a
rotary feeder or a dosing roller. On installation with frame, the transition from the feeding
device to the inlet flange of the FRW is designed flexibly.
The compensator on the discharge point is fixed by others. The connection downwards to the
chute, elevator, mill a.s.o. is executed flexible and dusttight.
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4 Intended use
The rotor weighfeeder may only be used for the bulk materials specified in the order
confirmation and the data sheet, including the specified grain size and moisture content.
Any other use is considered improper. The manufacturer bears no

liability for damage resulting from such improper use. All risk is borne
solely by the user.
The use of the rotor weighfeeder FRW in hazardous areas or with

potentially explosive bulk materials is not permitted.
5 Index History
Index Author Date of Modifications

issue
0 Ripp 08.11.2004 First issue.
a Bock 25.10.2005 Documentation released for FRW 4.22 also.
Subject to change without notice.

The technical data and specifications are valid at the time of publication of this documentation.
The information provided in this publication is, however, checked on a regular basis and any
necessary corrections made in subsequent editions.
Pfister GmbH reserves the right to alter these versions at any time.
We are always grateful for suggestions for improvement.

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SAFETY SHEET
Rotor Weighfeeder SRW, FRW, VRW 4.XX
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER SRW, FRW, VRW 4.XX
Contents...............................................................................................................Page
1 Symbols and instructions ................................................................................... 2

1.1 Caution symbol......................................................................................... 2
1.2 Warning symbol........................................................................................ 2
1.3 Note symbol.............................................................................................. 2
2 Occupational safety instructions ........................................................................ 2
3 Index History ...................................................................................................... 3

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1 Symbols and instructions
This safety sheet summarizes the most important safety instructions from the operating
instructions. It is intended to help the person responsible for safety to gain an overview of the
risks that could not be fully eliminated by way of structural measures.
1.1 Caution symbol

In these operating instructions, the Caution symbol is printed next to all
instructions which relate to occupational safety and which represent a
potential risk to personal safety. Follow these instructions carefully and
exercise particular caution in these cases. Please also pass on all
occupational safety instructions to other users.
1.2 Warning symbol
This warning is printed at all points in the operating instructions which must
Warning! be observed particularly carefully in order to prevent damage to and
destruction of the machine and/or other parts of the system.
1.3 Note symbol

This instruction is printed at all points in the operating instructions that must
Note! be observed in order to guarantee that the machine and/or other parts of the
system function correctly.
2 Occupational safety instructions
The rotor weighfeeder is built in line with the latest technological developments and
recognised technical safety regulations. However, safe operation can only be guaranteed if
the operating instructions, and in particular the safety instructions they contain, are observed
without fail.
The rotor weighfeeder may only be used for the bulk materials specified
in the order confirmation and the data sheet, including the specified
grain size and moisture content. Any other use is considered improper.
The manufacturer bears no liability for damage resulting from such
improper use. All risk is borne solely by the user.
The use of the rotor weighfeeder in hazardous areas or with potentially

explosive bulk materials is not permitted.
The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide a

lockable repair switch for driving the rotor weighfeeder.
The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide warning

signs for harmful substances.

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The rotor weighfeeder may be started only when completely assembled

and closed.
When the machine is running, it is forbidden to open the maintenance

opening or to cut off the product lines or the dedusting lines, in
particular in the case of harmful substances being used.
Before the rotor weighfeeder is opened, all electrical and pneumatic

connections must be disconnected and the necessary precautions taken
to prevent the connection being restored again by accident (repair
switch).
When the rotor weighfeeder is opened, bulk material spills out. Always
follow the safety instructions for handling each kind of bulk goods. Wear
protective goggles and, if necessary, protective clothing.
Attach ropes etc. to the rotor weighfeeder only at the marked points on
the housing frame or on the frame.
Never stand, lean or reach underneath the free-hanging rotor. Ensure

that free-hanging components are always well supported.
Check the mounting spindle (min. tensile strength 400 N/mm2) and nuts
for damage before use and replace where necessary.
Replace unusable or damaged screws, nuts and in particular mounting

spindles with parts of the same quality (material, property class) and
design. This also applies to damaged cables, compressed air tubes, etc.
Burn injury hazard: The surface temperature of the motor can reach
140°C.
The local accident prevention regulations must also be observed.
Particular care must be taken when working with electrical systems and
equipment.
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TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER SRW, FRW, VRW 4.XX
Contents...............................................................................................................Page
1 Packing .............................................................................................................. 2
2 Transport ........................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Delivery from the factory........................................................................... 2
2.2 Weights of the rotor weighfeeders:........................................................... 2
2.3 Possible ways of picking up the rotor weighfeeder................................... 3
2.4 Transport damage .................................................................................... 4
3 Temporary storage ............................................................................................ 4
4 Preparation for transport.................................................................................... 5
4.1 Weighing device without tarer compensation ........................................... 5
4.2 Weighing device with tarer compensation ................................................ 6
5 Index History ...................................................................................................... 6

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1 Packing
The type of packing is dependent on the means of transport. Normally, the rotor weighfeeder
is supplied with its frame in a transport crate. However, another type of packing can also be
stipulated in the contract.
The symbols applied to the rotor weighfeeder and the packing must be observed.
2 Transport
2.1 Delivery from the factory
When delivered from the factory, the rotor weighfeeder is already prepared for transport.
If the rotor weighfeeder is transported later, it must first be secured and prepared as outlined
under Point 4.
2.2 Weights of the rotor weighfeeders:
without frame with frame

SRW 4.10/2 1650 kg 2050 kg
FRW 4.10/3 1600 kg 2000 kg
FRW 4.14/5 2700 kg 3300 kg
FRW 4.18/6 5000 kg
FRW 4.20/7 7000 kg
FRW 4.22/11 8200 kg
VRW 4.14/5 2900 kg
The actual weights may deviate from the specified weight depending on the version.

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2.3 Possible ways of picking up the rotor weighfeeder
Fig 1: Possible ways of picking up the rotor weighfeeder
the housing frame or on the frame:
The lifting points are marked with the symbol “Lift here”.
Warning! The weighing device and the load cells can be easily damaged by
impacts.
There are two transport crossbeams mounted on the frame for transportation with a fork-lift
truck, please see Fig. 1.

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Transport supports
Fig. 2: Transport supports
Appliances without a frame are supplied with transport supports on which the appliance can
be set down.
2.4 Transport damage
Check the contents of the consignment upon receipt. Missing parts or possible transport
damage must be reported in writing immediately.
3 Temporary storage
Temporary storage is only permissible in a closed room. Cover the rotor weighfeeder so that
neither dust nor moisture can penetrate.

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4 Preparation for transport
If the rotor weighfeeder is transported later, it must first be secured and prepared as outlined
as described below. When delivered from the factory, the rotor weighfeeder is already
prepared for transport.
Warning! The rotor weighfeeder must always be secured prior to transport.

It may only be transported with the transport locks in place, as
otherwise the weighing device will be damaged.
4.1 Weighing device without tarer compensation
Fig. 3: Weighing device without tarer compensation
• Secure the weighing device by inserting the transport locking device (27, → Fig. 3).
Then tighten and lock the nut (13), therefore relieving the weighing device.

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4.2 Weighing device with tarer compensation
1 Load cell
2 Locking rod
3 Drawbar
4 Pendulum suspension
for test weight
5 Frame
6 Upper plate
to the load cell
8 Lever lock
Fig. 4: Weighing device with tarer compensation
Completely disengage the drawbar (3) with the locking rod (2).
Fix the weighing lever with the nuts (8) so that the pendulum suspension (7) and thus the
load cell (1) too are also free from force.
Attach the transport crossbeams or transport supports again.
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MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
Contents...............................................................................................................Page
1 Transport ........................................................................................................... 2
2 Assembly of the rotor weighfeeder .................................................................... 3
2.1 Direct installation onto silo........................................................................ 4
2.2 Installation with frame............................................................................... 5
2.3 Outlet compensator .................................................................................. 7
2.4 Compressed-air connection...................................................................... 7
2.5 Electrical connections............................................................................... 7
2.6 General mounting instructions.................................................................. 8
3 Removing........................................................................................................... 8
4 Index History ...................................................................................................... 8

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1 Transport
During mounting also observe the Transport Instructions, and

particularly the safety precautions contained in them.
the housing frame or on the frame:
The lifting points are marked with the symbol “Lift here”.
Warning! The weighing device and the load cells can be easily damaged by
impacts.
Fig. 1: Possible ways of picking up the rotor weighfeeder

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Transport supports
Fig. 2: Transport supports
2 Assembly of the rotor weighfeeder
Note! Always make sure that no foreign bodies enter into the inside of the
rotor weighfeeder.
If work on the silo and the piping system is still in progress, the affected
openings on the unit remain sealed off with the mounting plates.
These plates may not be removed until work has been completed.
The assembly of the rotor weighfeeder in the system ensues in accordance with the
assembly drawing and the list of assembly parts. Particular attention must be paid to the
safety indications of these instructions and to the safety symbols pertaining to these devices.
Only the supplied connection screws are to be utilised for the connection to each other of the
various single components. The directions of the “final documentation of electrical parts“ are
to be complied with for the electrical installation.

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2.1 Direct installation onto silo
Fig. 3: Direct installation onto silo
The rotor weighfeeder without a frame is secured on a pallet when delivered. This pallet must
not be removed until the unit has been mounted on the silo flange.
Then the two long transport supports and the short transport support are removed.
The silo flange must be vibration-free. When installing the gate valve and rotary feeder
observe the installation instructions of the manufacturer. Furthermore the silo flange, gate
valve and rotary feeder must be designed to support the own weight of the equipment and
the bulk material pressure in the silo.
Fasten the rotor weighfeeder to the flange of the rotary feeder with a suitable lifting device
(e.g. fork lift truck). To take the load off the mounting flange, the rotor weighfeeder must then
be suspended on the silo with suitable means at the lifting points.
Mounting must take place exactly horizontally. Check the angle in both horizontal directions
using a spirit level on the upper plate of the rotor weighfeeder, safe angle 0,1° ∼ 2mm/m.

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2.2 Installation with frame
Spacers are supplied on delivery for aligning the frame and adjusting the height. The
platform on which the rotor weighfeeder stands must be vibration-free. The frame must be
installed exactly horizontal. Check the angle in both horizontal directions using a spirit level
on the upper plate of the rotor weighfeeder, safe angle 0,1° ∼ 2mm/m.
Fig. 4: Installation with frame

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Spacers
Transport crossbeams
Fig. 5: Installation with frame
A compensator must be installed between the rotor weighfeeder and the prehopper flange
and distributor, which deflects vibrations and expansion forces.
After exactly positioning the rotor weighfeeder, the frame is bolted to the foundation. A 16
mm dia., 100 mm deep hole is required for the concrete anchors provided. The concrete
anchors must be set at least 23 cm from the nearest concrete edge and 46 cm from the
nearest anchor. They must be tightened with 110 Nm.
Remove the transport crossbeams.

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2.3 Outlet compensator
A double-action compensator is mounted at the outlet to uncouple the weighfeed system.

The continuing conveyor line is attached at its lower flange. The continuing conveyor line
must be connected by the customer. The lower part of the compensator is fixed with
transport safety devices that also act as installation and centring aids. It is important that
these mounting/centring aids should not be removed until the conveyor line has been
connected.
Transport safety device

and assembly aid
Fig. 6: Outlet compensator
2.4 Compressed-air connection
The rotor weighfeeder requires a compressed-air connection from the plant system (6 bar).
The compressed air must be cleaned, technically dry and oil-free.
The connection is made at the pneumatic unit (→ Maintenance instructions) on the frame.
The compressed air must be connected to the connection nipple R 1/2" (outside thread).
Then check all compressed-air lines for leaks.
2.5 Electrical connections
The rotor weighfeeder is completely wired internally. All electrical cables are routed in
protective hoses to the terminal box resp. repair switch.
All external rotor weighfeeder connections are connected in the terminal box and repair
switch. These are connected to the frame and are to be connected in accordance with the
wiring diagrams.
All cables which are routed into the terminal box and repair switch must be sealed off with
threaded cable glands and laid protected.

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2.6 General mounting instructions
When mounting the rotor weighfeeder, make sure that there are no points of contact between
the weighing section (painted red with all components bolted onto it) and the surrounding
area. This is particularly important for the cables to the terminal box and the continuing
transport line below the outlet.
In addition, the entire rotor weighfeeder may not touch neighboring units, carriers, piping,
cables etc.
3 Removing
Warning! Before the rotor weighfeeder can be removed, it must be shut down as
per Commissioning Instructions and secured as per Maintenance
Instructions.
The power supply of the rotor weighfeeder must be interrupted and

secured against accidental switch-on.
Further removal takes place in the reverse order of mounting.
Warning! Even during removal work, the weighing system must not be subjected
to strong forces, as otherwise it could then be damaged.
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COMMISSIONING INSTRUCTIONS
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
Contents...............................................................................................................Page
1 Important instructions ........................................................................................ 2

2 Checking for observation of the safety regulations ............................................ 2
3 Weighing device ................................................................................................ 4
3.1 Removing the transport locking device..................................................... 4
3.2 Checking the overload limit ...................................................................... 5
3.3 Check the mechanical pre-load adjustment ............................................. 6
3.4 Oil damper ................................................................................................ 6
3.5 Checking the smoothness of operation .................................................... 6
4 Pneumatic unit ................................................................................................... 7
5 Rotor start without material ................................................................................ 8
6 Rotor start with material ..................................................................................... 8
7 Shutdown........................................................................................................... 9
7.1 Temporary stop ........................................................................................ 9
7.2 Running empty ......................................................................................... 9
7.3 Switching off the rotor weighfeeder .......................................................... 9
8 Index History ...................................................................................................... 9

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1 Important instructions
The initial start-up must only be conducted by Pfister personnel. Reoperation may only be
carried out by those staff members who have been clearly shown by Pfister personnel what
is involved.
The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide for adequate lighting during
operation and maintenance and repair work.
The use of the rotor weighfeeder in hazardous areas or with potentially

explosive bulk materials is not permitted.
The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide warning

signs for harmful substances.
The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide a

lockable repair switch for driving the rotor weighfeeder.

and closed.

2 Checking for observation of the safety regulations
Prior to beginning operation the rotor weighfeeder must be inspected for observation of
safety regulations. Safety regulations which should be brought to bear include, in particular,
the EC directives for machinery, for low voltage and for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC),
as well as any other supplementary guidelines deriving from these. Also, the local regulations
for accident prevention apply as well.
The above-mentioned regulations were taken into account in the manufacture of this
machine. Of primary importance, therefore, is an inspection of the consistency of the
installation with the design worksheets (assembly drawing, electrical circuit diagram and
position plans of the cables) and with the mounting and commissioning instructions.
The following points must always be checked:
• Stable assembly on the platform, specified support brackets in existence?

• All bolt connections to the fastening plate in existence, connections fixed to the silo?
• Lifting and falling safety devices present on the load cells and at the correct settings?
• Inlet, outlet and maintenance covers shut, tensioning bands tightly attached to the
compensators?
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• All load-bearing connecting bolts on the rotor weighfeeder in existence (housing, bearing,
suspension (mechanism), frame)?
• Detectable mechanical damage to the rotor weighfeeder, in particular the suspension
(mechanism) of the weighing device and the falling safety device of the weighing device,
compensators damaged?
• Ventilation screw (breather plug) in existence at the gear units, ventilator hood in
existence on the motor?
• Detectable mechanical damage to the pneumatic installation or the electrical installation
(damaged tubing, cables, maintenance units, switches, valves)
• Repair switch in existence for driving of rotor?
• Cabling between rotor weighfeeder, control box and local control box in accordance with
the electrical and cable hook-up schema?
• Terminal boxes (CSC-box, local control box, repair switch, motor terminal box) shut, also
cable glands?

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3 Weighing device
3.1 Removing the transport locking device
Fig. 1: Weighing device without tarer compensation
The weighing device is secured for transport with a locking device. When all the assembly
work on and around the rotor weighfeeder is complete, the weighing device can be set up
ready for operation.
• Release the locking device between the frame and the rotor housing: turn the nut (13,
→ Fig. 1) back until there is a distance between it and the upper plate of approx. 3 mm.
• Remove the distance angle (27).
• Lock the nut (13).
• Ensure that the locking rod (26) fits through the upper plate without touching it.
The weighing section (painted red) must not be knocked or subjected to
Warning!
excessive loads.

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Weighing device with tarer compensation
The weighing device with tarer compensation additionally has the weighing lever (14,→Fig.2)
secured for transportation.
• Remove the cover (20).

• Loosen the nuts (16) that secure the weighing lever so that there is 2 mm of play to the
console both above and below.
4 Upper plate 14 Weighing lever 17 Overload limit

7 Frame 15 Counterbalance weights 18 Oil damper
9 Load cell 16 Nuts 19 Trough (tub)
20 Cover
Fig. 2: Weighing device with tarer compensation
3.2 Checking the overload limit
The load cell (9) of the weighing device with tarer compensation (→ Fig. 2) is protected from
overload by the screw (17).
• Remove trough (19).
• The load cell output voltage UA read off at the service interface of the control box.
• Load the load cell by lifting the weighing lever (14).
The overload limit must operate at 1.2 x load cell nominal load (UA = 29 mV).
• The overload limit can be adjusted by the screw (17) and the locknut.

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3.3 Check the mechanical pre-load adjustment
The mechanical pre-load at the load cell of the weighing unit with tarer compensation
(→ Fig. 2) can be adjusted. It is to be adjusted in accordance with the data sheet ("Tare
load"). To check the adjustment the load cell output voltage UA can be measured. The pre-
load can be adjusted by means of counterbalance weights (15).
3.4 Oil damper
The damper plate of the oil damper (18) is not to touch the cylinder. The gap between both
parts must be at least 0.4 mm at each point. Check the damper gap with a feeler gauge.
• Fill damper oil (→ Maintenance Instructions, Chapter: "Lubricating Instruction") bubble-
free by moving the lever slowly up and down. The oil level should be 8 – 10 mm above the
damper disk. Replace the damper cover.
• Re-fit trough (19) and cover (20). Take care to ensure that the drawbar (10) does not
graze the trough.
3.5 Checking the smoothness of operation
As well as checking that the locking rod fits through the plate as previously described, you
must also ensure that the weighing section (painted red) and the frame (painted grey) do not
come into contact with each other at any other point.

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4 Pneumatic unit
• Open the ball valve (23) on the pneumatic unit, → Fig. 3.

• Close all the flow control valves (18) fully.
• Connect the solenoid valve (15).
• Set the pressure reducer (8) to 0.8 bars.
• To adjust the flushing air: open the flow control valves (18-3) by 10 full turns. The set
pressure then falls to approx. 0.5 bar. Lock the flow control valve adjusting screw.
• The flow control valves (18-1 and 18-2) for the cleaning air of the outer chambers must be
set so that emptying is supported, and by a maximum of 7 turns.
23 15 7 8 12 18
23 Ball valve 18 Flow control valves:

15 Solenoid valve 18-1 Cleaning air - outer chambers
7 Filter water separator 18-2 Cleaning air - outer chambers
8 Pressure reducer 18-3 Flushing air - drive shaft
12 Pressure gauge (Manometer)
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5 Rotor start without material

and closed.
Functioning without material is necessary to calibrate the rotor weighfeeder and to measure
the zero curve.
Permissible length of the test run without material: maximum 5 minutes
Warning! or 10 rotor revolutions.
• In the overriding control system, switch over the operating mode from automatic mode to
local mode.
• Close material feeding above the rotor weighfeeder, close the shut-off gate.
• On the local control box switch over the rotor weighfeeder to manual operation. Set the
potentiometer to approx. 20% of output value, confirm the start button.
• Check the direction of rotation: observe the arrow mark on the upper plate. The direction
of rotation can be determined through inspection of the cover plate of the mounted
synchro-transmitter above the gear unit (part of the rotor load relief).
• Resetting / Zero setting:
The zero curve compensates for fluctuations due to the tare effect.
− Completely empty the rotor weighfeeder.
− Perform zero value calculation according to Adjusting Instructions (electrical
documentation), chapter "Zero value (zero curve)".
• Calibration:
− Hang up the test weight on the scale.
− Call up the calibration menu.
− Calibrate according to Adjusting Instructions (electrical documentation).
− In the calibration menu compare the variation in input voltage of the test weight with the
value cited in the data sheet.
• Observe the drawing of current in the lower rotating speed range of the motor for several
rotor revolutions. If there is a strong variation, this is an indication that the rotor is sticking
locally. In this case, check the rotor, → Maintenance Instructions.
6 Rotor start with material

• Release material feeding to rotor weighfeeder, open the shut-off gate.
• Set the control system to automatic mode.
• Set a low hourly capacity (output per hour) ca. 10%.
• Ensure that the material is transported onwards after the rotor weighfeeder.
• Start the rotor weighfeeder.
• Increase the speed step by step until the maximum dosage output is reached.
• A few hours after the device has been put into operation and it has reached its normal
operating temperature, the zero setting must be tested again and adjusted if necessary
(Zero setting, → point 5).
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7 Shutdown
7.1 Temporary stop
The rotor weighfeeder can be halted for rest periods of up to several days by removing the
enable signal. In the course of this, the rotor weighfeeder remains filled with raw material, so
that the dosage mechanism sets in immediately at restart.
A temporary stop can also ensue by removing the enable signal or by triggering the "Stop
Weigher" button on the local control box.
The rotor weighfeeder must not remain filled with material for longer than a few days,
depending on the type of material, and in some circumstances only for a few hours, since
there is a risk that if left in the damp chambers of the device, the material will toughen and
the rotor weighfeeder will no longer be able to clear properly.
7.2 Running empty
The normal shutdown of the rotor weighfeeder occurs with the signal "run empty" on the
PLC. With this begins the departure sequence "Cessation and shutdown of raw material
input", "Run empty and shutdown of the rotor weighfeeder" and “Shutdown of raw material
output".
When restarting, the dosage current begins only and only when the rotor weighfeeder is
completely filled.
7.3 Switching off the rotor weighfeeder
In order that repair work may be carried out, the rotor weighfeeder must be switched off in
accordance with the repair instructions.
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
Contents...............................................................................................................Page
1 Operating modes ............................................................................................... 2

2 Operation ........................................................................................................... 2
3 Fault clearance .................................................................................................. 2
4 Shutdown........................................................................................................... 4
4.1 Temporary stop ........................................................................................ 4
4.2 Running empty ......................................................................................... 4
4.3 Switching off the rotor weighfeeder .......................................................... 4
5 Index History ...................................................................................................... 4

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1 Operating modes
The rotor weighfeeder has three different operating modes:
Locked automatic mode:
Locked automatic mode is the normal operating mode in which the rotor weighfeeder is
controlled by the overriding control system. In this mode the release, setpoint, etc. are
transmitted externally to the control system (CSC) of the rotor weighfeeder.
Non-locked mode:
In non-locked mode, both controlled (non-locked automatic) operation and non-controlled

(manual) operation using an internal setpoint are possible. This operating mode is usually
selected during commissioning and other work of this nature.
Local operating mode:
In local operating mode, the appliance is controlled at the local operating unit. This operating
mode is usually selected for maintenance and repair work.
For further information on the individual operating modes: → Electrical documentation.
2 Operation
When the rotor weighfeeder is in normal operation (locked automatic) it is not necessary for
an operator to work at the control system of the rotor weighfeeder or locally at the rotor
weighfeeder, as long as no faults occur.
However, even if the device is in perfect working condition, daily inspections must be made
and maintenance work carried out at regular intervals, → Maintenance instructions.
Starting from the rotor weighfeeder, the A-weighted highest equivalent continuous sound
pressure level at a distance of 1m and at a height of 1.6m amounts to 75dB(A).
3 Fault clearance
All faults, which occur, are displayed on the rotor weighfeeder control system and also
passed on to the overriding control system. For instructions on the assessment of error
messages, please refer to the Manual - Proportioning Controller and the following table
entitled "Fault removal“.

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Fault Cause Rectification
Rotor blocked / No release from external Check the starting conditions.

does not start source
No setpoint or the setpoint is Correct the setpoint in the PLC as
set too low necessary.
Foreign bodies in the rotor Troubleshoot by servicing in accordance
with the Repair Instructions.
Inaccurate Dirt accumulation in the The device must be cleaned and reset by
dosage rotor weighfeeder or the servicing in accordance with the
weighing device Commissioning Instructions.
Obstruction of the weighing The weighing device must be inspected
device, possibly after mainte- by servicing in accordance with the
nance work, at – or close to – Maintenance Instructions.
the rotor weighfeeder
Material hardened onto the Inspection of the rotor weighfeeder by
rotor, possibly after a long servicing in accordance with the
outage, or period of being Commissioning Instructions.
stationary, or after a change
of (raw) material
Measuring range of the load Loading over maximum level, compare
cell is exceeded, possibly as current bulk material data with bulk
a result of a change of the material specification in data sheet of the
bulk material rotor weighfeeder, maintenance service.
Inflow of raw materials to Service by checking the inflow raw

the rotor weighfeeder is material: level in the prehopper,
obstructed, because of this maintenance service.
the load is very low and
fluctuates heavily
Discharge of raw materials Check material outflow in accordance

from the rotor weighfeeder is with the maintenance service.
obstructed, because of this
the load is too very high
Pressure variations in the Service by checking the ventilation of the

system system, possibly set too high or blocked.
Predosing overfills the rotor Reduce loading of the rotor weighfeeder,
weighfeeder test function of the predosing.
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4 Shutdown
4.1 Temporary stop
The rotor weighfeeder can be halted for rest periods of up to several days by removing the
enable signal. In the course of this, the rotor weighfeeder remains filled with raw material, so
that the dosage mechanism sets in immediately at restart.
A temporary stop can also ensue by removing the enable signal or by triggering the "Stop
Weigher" button on the local control box.
The rotor weighfeeder must not remain filled with material for longer than a few days,
depending on the type of material, and in some circumstances only for a few hours, since
there is a risk that if left in the damp chambers of the device, the material will toughen and
the rotor weighfeeder will no longer be able to clear properly.
4.2 Running empty
The normal shutdown of the rotor weighfeeder occurs with the signal "run empty" on the
PLC. With this begins the departure sequence "Cessation and shutdown of raw material
input", "Run empty and shutdown of the rotor weighfeeder" and “Shutdown of raw material
output".
When restarting, the dosage current begins only and only when the rotor weighfeeder is
completely filled.
4.3 Switching off the rotor weighfeeder
In order that repair work may be carried out, the rotor weighfeeder must be switched off in
accordance with the repair instructions.
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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
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Contents...............................................................................................................Page

2 Lubrication points............................................................................................... 3
2.1 Lubrication intervals and lubricants .......................................................... 4
2.1.1 FRW 4.10 ........................................................................................ 4
2.1.2 FRW 4.14 ........................................................................................ 5
2.1.3 FRW 4.18 ........................................................................................ 5
2.1.4 FRW 4.20/4.22 ................................................................................ 6
3 Lubricating instruction........................................................................................ 7
3.1 Helical-Bevel Gear Unit and Helical Gear Unit ......................................... 7
3.2 Three-phase motor ................................................................................... 7
3.3 Driver and rotor hub.................................................................................. 7
3.4 Seal - drive shaft....................................................................................... 7
3.5 Weighing axle bearings ............................................................................ 7
4 Maintenance intervals ........................................................................................ 8
5 Maintenance work.............................................................................................. 9
5.1 Check the rotor weighfeeder for deposits................................................. 9
5.2 General inspection for leakage................................................................. 9
5.3 Air supply.................................................................................................. 9
5.3.1 Filter water separator .................................................................... 10
5.3.2 Check the setting for flushing air ................................................... 10
5.4 Weighing device ..................................................................................... 11
5.4.1 Clean the weighing device ............................................................ 12
5.4.2 Checking the smoothness of operation ......................................... 12
5.4.3 Checking and adjusting the zero setting ....................................... 12
5.4.4 Checking the calibration ................................................................ 13
5.5 Checking and adjusting the rotor load relief ........................................... 14
5.6 Rotor, housing: checking condition and reworking or replacing ................
if necessary ............................................................................................ 16
5.7 Compensators: checking condition and replacing if necessary.............. 16
5.8 Checking the seal (drive shaft) and replacing if necessary .................... 16
5.9 Three-phase motor and tacho-generator................................................ 17
5.10 Gear unit................................................................................................. 17
6 Index History .................................................................................................... 17

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The relevant sections of these instructions must be read through

carefully before any work is carried out. Pay special attention to the
instructions relating to personal safety.
For maintenance and inspection work, please also observe the operating
instructions and safety sheet.
It is prohibited to open the maintenance opening and to disconnect

product and de-dusting lines when the system is running.

switch).
When the rotor weighfeeder is opened, bulk material spills out. Always
follow the safety instructions for handling each kind of bulk goods. Wear
140°C.
Always comply with national Accident Prevention Regulations t. Special
care must be taken when working on electrical installations and
facilities.
• The rotor weighfeeder is a measuring instrument. Dirt and dust deposits on the weighing
part are weighed and lead to defective dosing results. For this reason they must be
removed daily, or, even better, prevented from collecting. For the same reason, foreign
bodies must not be stored on the weighing part.
• Maintenance work on weighing parts of the FRW during operation can, for this reason,
only be carried out in volumetric mode (local) or in setting mode.
• Check the correct working of the weighing system at regular intervals in accordance with
its operations.
• All spare and wearing parts that are not available at short notice should be kept in stock.

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2 Lubrication points
1 Helical-Bevel Gear Unit 4 Driver / rotor hub

2 Helical Gear Unit 5 Seal - drive shaft
3 Three-phase motor with tacho-generator 6 Weighing axis bearing
Fig. 1a: Lubrication points FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
7 Lever bearing - weighing device 8 Oil damper
Fig. 1b: Lubrication points FRW 4.10

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2.1 Lubrication intervals and lubricants
2.1.1 FRW 4.10
1)
Lubrication Designation Type of Lubricant Amount per Lubrica- Change Works filling
point lubrication lubricating point tion lubrication
3) 3)
interval Site filling
Amo- 1 st. Rechar-
2) 2)
No. unt filling ge Remarks
6)
1 1 Helical-Bevel Gear oil 8,0 8,0 ---- 10.000 x -- At latest after
Gear Unit Roller bearing 3 years
KAF 87 grease
6)
2 1 Helical Gear Gear oil 0.8 0.8 ---- 10.000 x -- At latest after
Unit Roller bearing 3 years
R 57 grease
4)
3 1 Drive motor Grease 10 10 ---- 10.000 x --
6)
filling
4 1 Driver / Grease 200 100 --- x --

7)
rotor hub filling
5 1 Seal - Grease 2000 10 1000 x --

7)
drive shaft filling
5)
6 2 Weighing Lifetime 30 30 ---- ---- x --
axis bearing grease
7)
filling
5)
7 2 Lever Lifetime 10 10 ---- ---- x --
bearing - grease
7)
weighing filling
device
8 1 Oil damper Oil filling 0,170 0,170 ---- 20.000 x Oil level 8 – 10
mm above the
damper disk

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2.1.2 FRW 4.14
1)
3) 3)
Amo- 1 st. Rechar-
2) 2)
6)
KAF 87 grease
6)
2 1 Helical Gear Gear oil 0.8 0.8 ---- 10.000 x -- At latest after
R 57 grease
4)
6)
filling
4 1 Driver / Grease 200 100 --- x --

7)
rotor hub filling
5 1 Seal - Grease 2000 10 1000 x --

7)
drive shaft filling
5)
axis bearing grease
7)
filling
2.1.3 FRW 4.18
1)
3) 3)
Amo- 1 st. Rechar-
2) 2)
6)
KAF 97 grease
6)
2 1 Helical Gear Gear oil 0,8 0,8 ---- 10.000 x -- At latest after
R 57 grease
4)
6)
filling
4 1 Driver / Grease 200 100 --- x --

7)
rotor hub filling
5 1 Seal - Grease 3400 20 1000 x --

7)
drive shaft filling
5)
axis bearing grease
7)
filling

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2.1.4 FRW 4.20/4.22
1)
3) 3)
Amo- 1 st. Rechar-
2) 2)
6)
1 1 Helical-Bevel Gear oil 24 24 ---- 10.000 x -- At latest after
KAF 107 grease
6)
2 1 Helical Gear Gear oil 1,2 1,2 ---- 10.000 x -- At latest after
R 77 grease
4)
6)
filling
4 1 Driver / Grease 300 100 --- x --

7)
rotor hub filling
5 1 Seal - Grease 3400 20 1000 x --

7)
drive shaft filling
5)
axis bearing grease
7)
filling
DIN ISO 1. Lubricants in accordance with DIN ISO 51502;

viscosity in accordance with DIN ISO 51519.
2. Oil in dm 3 (Litres), grease in cm 3
3
3. Operating hours
4. Roller bearings, fill with 2/3 with grease.
5. If seal ring is defective/damaged, clean the bearings and fill 2/3 with grease.
2 6. For ambient temperatures from -10°C to +40°C
In case of deviations, refer to SEW Operating Instructions / Lubrication table.
7. For ambient temperatures from -25°C to +60°C
VG 220
Table 1: Lubricating intervals and lubricants

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3 Lubricating instruction
3.1 Helical-Bevel Gear Unit and Helical Gear Unit
When changing the lubricants, please observe the gear manufacturer's instructions.
Guideline values for lubricant changing intervals are shown in the table. For exact values,
please refer to the manufacturer's operating instructions. When changing the gear oil, the
manufacturer recommends that the grease filling of rolling bearings with a grease filling
should also be replaced.
Recommended lubricant for SEW gear unit:

Gear oil: CLP DIN ISO 51502 / VG 220 DIN ISO 51519
Bearing grease: Mobilux EP 2
3.2 Three-phase motor

• The ball bearings and shaft sealing rings have lifetime lubrication.
3.3 Driver and rotor hub
Every time the rotor housing is assembled, the driver and rotor hub must be smeared with
KL 2 K DIN 51825 / NLGI 2 grease.
Do not allow grease to come into contact with the running surfaces of
Note!
the housing and the rotor.
3.4 Seal - drive shaft
The drive shaft is sealed with 2 seals. In order to assist the sealing function and to reduce
wear, the seal must be relubricated once a month or every 1000 operating hours. If the
lubrication is inadequate, there is a risk that the gear may be damaged by dust, which is then
able to penetrate.
Warning! In order to avoid dosage errors, lubricate the shaft bearing during
operation only in setting mode or in volumetric mode (local).
3.5 Weighing axis bearings
The bearings are maintenance-free.

• Only if the bearings are heavily soiled or a V-ring is damaged should they be washed out
and 2/3 of the space filled with grease.

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4 Maintenance intervals
No. Maintenance activities 1 1 3 6 12 24 36 60

T M M M M M M M
5.1 Check the rotor weighfeeder for deposits (dust, etc.). x
Clean if necessary.
5.2 General inspection for leakage: x

compensators, air supply, flange connections, etc.
5.3 Air supply:

Filter water separator: check or drain condensate if necessary x
Check the setting for flushing air x
Filter water separator: clean the filter x
5.4 Clean and check the weighing device X
(1)
5.5 Checking and adjusting the rotor load relief x
5.6 Rotor, housing: checking condition and reworking or replacing if x
necessary
5.7 Compensators: checking condition and replacing if necessary x
5.8 Checking the seal (drive shaft) and replacing if necessary x

(3)
5.9 Three-phase motor and tacho-generator:
check the ball bearing, change the shaft sealing rings x
Inspect the tacho-generator. x
(2)
5.10 Gear unit: visual inspection of the seals for leakage. x x

(2) (2)
1) In the case of control measurements with a large zero point deviation immediately.
2) It is essential to follow the manufacturer’s maintenance instructions.
3) Together with no. 5.7.
The maintenance job numbers in the left-hand column correspond with the chapters in these
maintenance instructions.
1T Daily
1M Monthly
3M Every 3 months etc.

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5 Maintenance work
5.1 Check the rotor weighfeeder for deposits

• The rotor weighfeeder is a measuring instrument. Dirt and dust deposits on the weighing
part are weighed and lead to defective dosing results. For this reason they must be
removed daily, or, even better, prevented from collecting. For the same reason, foreign
bodies must not be stored on the weighing part.
• Keep the rotor weighfeeder clean at all times and protect it against accidental
contact.
The surface of the motor must always be kept free of dust deposits.
140°C.
5.2 General inspection for leakage

• The compensators, air supply, all flanged connections, etc. must be checked daily for
leakage and damage.
• If air or bulk material escapes from the compensators, replace these parts immediately.
5.3 Air supply
23 Ball valve A Cleaning air - outer chambers

15 Solenoid valve B Flushing air above (drive bearing)
7 Filter water separator C Flushing air below (lower housing plate)
8 Pressure reducer D Cleaning air - outer chambers
18 Flow control valve
Fig. 2: Central air supply system

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The rotor weighfeeder requires compressed air from the industrial supply (6 bar). The
compressed air must be purified, technically dry and free of oil. The compressed air
connection is with a flexible tube (1 m long) and a ball valve with a connecting nipple R 1/2".
The flushing air for the drive shaft bearing and the cleaning air for the outer chambers is
adjusted at the air supply point, which is located on the frame. The flushing air prevents
material entering between the rotor and the upper or lower housing plate. The cleaning air
supports the discharge of material from the outer chambers.
5.3.1 Filter water separator

• Check the filter water separator (7) daily: The condensation level should never by
allowed to rise above the deflector (max. mark).
• Draining off condensation: If there is a fault in the operating network compressed air
filtration, drain off the condensation by pressing the handles on both sides. The
condensation level should never by allowed to rise above the deflector (max. mark).
• Cleaning: Clean the containers and filter when the filter element is so heavily soiled that
there is a noticeable drop in pressure or the front surface of the soiling indicator reflects in
red during flow-through. Wash out the filter element in benzene or kerosene, then blow air
through it from the inside to the outside and leave it to dry before it is reinserted. Wash the
plastic containers in cold or warm water only and with a normal household detergent.
Warning! Plastic condensation containers will be damaged if the compressed air

contains traces of synthetic oil.
5.3.2 Check the setting for flushing air
The flushing air for the drive shaft bearing and the cleaning air for the outer chambers are set
at the air supply.
Check the setting for flushing air (B) daily. The gauge at the pressure reducer (8) should
show a pressure of approx. 0.5 bar, if not, reset the pressure:
• The ball valve (23) must be open.
• Close all flow control valves (18).
• Switch the solenoid valve (15).
• Set the pressure reducer (8) to 0.8 bar.
• Open all flow control valves for drive shaft bearing (18 B and C) by 10 turns; the set
pressure drops to approx. 0.5 bar.
• The flow control valves (18 A and D) for the cleaning air of the outer chambers must be
opened by 7 turns.

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5.4 Weighing device
To maintain the dosing accuracy, the weighing device must be inspected and adjusted once
a month and recalibrated if necessary.
1 Load cell
2 Safety rod
3 Drawbar
for test weight
5 Frame
6 Upper housing plate
Fig. 3 a: Weighing device without pre-load compensation
1 Load cell
3 Drawbar
14 Lever with
counterbalance weights
18 Oil damper
Fig. 3 b: Weighing device with pre-load compensation

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5.4.1 Clean the weighing device
For weighing device with pre-load compensation: Deposits of dust on the weighing
device are recorded as measuring errors in the dosing.
• Remove the cover on the weighing device, see Fig. 3b.

• Carefully brush the lever with counterbalance weights (14) and load cell (1), or vacuum
them off. Do not use compressed air on the oil damper (18).
When cleaning with compressed air, take care near the oil damper. Hold
the lid of the oil damper and do not point the air jet directly at the oil
damper, so that oil does not spray out.
• Remove the oil damper lid and check the oil for dirt. If the oil is very dirty, change it.
• Test play between the damper disk and the cylinder, all round at least 0.4 mm.
Note:
The weighing device must be protected from soiling. Replace and fasten the cover
after maintenance work.
5.4.2 Checking the smoothness of operation

• Check the contact-free passage of the safety rod through the plate.
• Test the free movement of the securing rod of the pre-pad lever and play of the stop nuts
(16).
• In addition, make sure that along with the self-aligning bearings and the compensators
there are no other contact points between the frame (painted grey) and the weighing part
(painted red).
5.4.3 Checking and adjusting the zero setting

• Close the shut-off gate.
• Empty the FRW completely.
• Perform zero value calculation according to adjusting instructions (electrical documenta-
tion), chapter "Zero value (zero curve)".

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5.4.4 Checking the calibration
After checking the zero setting, you must check the calibration.
• Hang a test weight on the scales.
• Select the calibration menu.
• Compare calibration value in kg/U with the displayed loading. In the case of a deviation of
the two values >0.2% recalibrate according to adjusting instructions (electrical
documentation).
• In the calibration menu compare the change of the input voltage on applying the test
weight with the value in the data sheet.
Possible sources of faults:
• Power shunts due to inadmissible connection between weighing part (painted red) and
frame (painted grey); e.g. transport locking device, cables, weighing device, oil damper,
etc.: remove power shunt.
• Large distortion in the outlet compensator: Reset / affix the outlet compensator.
• For weighing device with pre-load compensation: Gap between load cell and its overload
protection is clogged: clean.
• For weighing device with pre-load compensation: load cell up against its overload
protection: readjust the overload protection of the load cell according to repair instructions.
• Load cell is defective: replace.

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5.5 Checking and adjusting the rotor load relief
2 Self-aligning bearing 9 Housing screw

4 Upper housing plate 14 Outlet with compensators
6 Lower housing plate 33 Small stop block
7 Housing ring 34 Maintenance cover at outlet
8 Rotor
Fig. 4: Rotor Weighfeeder
Insufficient rotor load relief can lead to increased wear, increased power consumption, heavy
oscillations, and in extreme cases to the rotor blocking. Six-monthly test.
• Empty the FRW completely.
• Switch off and secure the electrical and pneumatic connections.
• Check that the small stop blocks (33, → Fig.4) of the housing ring (7) lie against the upper
housing plate (4) and the lower housing plate (6) without a gap. If they do not, tighten the
housing screws (9) alternately and in several passes.

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16 Spring assembly 41 Nut
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Tightening torque for the FRW 4.10 FRW 4.14 FRW 4.18 FRW 4.20 FRW 4.22
housing screws
50 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm
When the sealing cover is opened, bulk material spills out. Always follow
the safety instructions for handling each kind of bulk goods. Wear
• Remove the cover (34, → Fig. 4).

• Unscrew the nut (41, Fig. 5) slowly, until the spring assembly (16) is relaxed. The rotor
now lies on the lower part of the housing with its full weight.
• Now tighten the nut (41) (tighten the spring assembly) until the rotor can just be turned
lightly by hand.
• Replace the cover (34).
• Make the electrical and pneumatic connections and let the rotor make a few turns in
manual operations at a low speed (set approx. 10% at the potentiometer for the local
control box). When doing this, measure the power consumption.
• With permanently high current consumption (> 80%) or strong vibrations tighten the
nut (39) more little by little until the current consumption is < 50%.
5.6 Rotor, housing: checking condition and reworking or replacing if necessary
Check the rotor, upper and lower parts of the housing for wear yearly. To do this, it is
necessary to open the rotor housing. If necessary, replace the rotor and/or the housing parts.
→ Repair Instructions.
5.7 Compensators: checking condition and replacing if necessary
The condition of the compensators (brittleness, cracks) must be checked once a year.
If necessary, the compensators must be replaced. → Repair Instructions.
5.8 Checking the seal (drive shaft) and replacing if necessary
Check the condition of the seals yearly. To do this, dismantle the rotor, → Repair
Instructions. If necessary, replace the seals.

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5.9 Three-phase motor and tacho-generator

• Change the shaft sealing rings every 10,000 operating hours. Inspect and, if necessary,
replace the ball bearings.
• Inspect and service tacho-generator every 10,000 operating hours in accordance with the
supplied operating and maintenance instructions.
The surface of the motor must always be kept free of dust deposits.
140°C.
5.10 Gear unit

• Perform a visual inspection of the seals for leaks every 3000 operating hours, and at least
every 6 months.
6 Index History

issue
a Ripp 07.03.2005 Supplementation: Chapter 2 - FRW 4.10 Lubrication points,
weighing device.
b Bock 25.10.2005 Documentation released for FRW 4.22 also.


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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER
FRW 4.10/4.14/4.18/4.20/4.22
Contents...............................................................................................................Page

2 Switching off the FRW ....................................................................................... 3
3 Restarting of the rotor weighfeeder ................................................................... 4
4 Rotor housing .................................................................................................... 5
4.1 Open the maintenance cover ................................................................... 5
4.2 Inlet compensator ..................................................................................... 5
4.3 Outlet compensator .................................................................................. 6
4.4 Disassembly of the lower housing plate ................................................... 7
4.5 Dismantling the rotor ................................................................................ 9
4.6 Reworking the lower housing plate and rotor ......................................... 12
4.7 Drive shaft, and shaft sealing rings ........................................................ 13
4.8 Rotor load relief ...................................................................................... 15
4.8.1 Removing the rotor load relief ....................................................... 15
4.8.2 Installing the rotor load relief ......................................................... 15
4.9 Synchronous transmitter: replacing the proximity switch........................ 15
4.10 Drive shaft and geared motor ................................................................. 16
5 Weighing device .............................................................................................. 18
5.1 Weighing device without pre-load compensation ................................... 18
5.2 Weighing device with pre-load compensation ........................................ 19
5.3 Control measuring device....................................................................... 20
5.4 Weighing bearing.................................................................................... 21
6 Index History .................................................................................................... 22

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The relevant sections of these instructions must be read through

carefully before any work is carried out. Pay special attention to the
instructions relating to personal safety.
When carrying out repairs, always read the Maintenance Instructions,

Operating Instructions and the Safety Sheet.


switch).
Replace unusable or damaged screws, nuts and in particular mounting

spindles with parts of the same quality (material, property class) and
design. This also applies to damaged cables, compressed air tubes, etc.

Before letting the lower plate down, check the mounting spindle (min.
resistance to extension 400 N/mm2) and nuts for damage and replace
where necessary.
The local accident prevention regulations must also be observed.

Particular care must be taken when working with electrical systems and
equipment.
• We recommend that our after-sales service engineers carry out repairs, in particular in the
case of first repairs. In this way, your employees gain an opportunity to familiarise
themselves with the work.
• Keep all spare parts in stock that are not available at short notice.

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2 Switching off the FRW
Before repair work is started, the FRW should be switched off in the following stages:
• Empty the FRW completely and shut down.
• Close material feeding above the rotor weighfeeder: Check that the dosing roller is closed
and rotary valve is shut-off. Open repair switch of rotary valve and secure with padlock.
Close the manual shut-off gate. Close the manual shut-off valves of chute and roller
ventilation.
• Switch-off the discharge chute and close manual shut-off valves of ventilation or switch–
off discharge screw, open repair switch and secure.
• Switch off the main switch of the FRW control box and lock using padlock.
The electrical and pneumatic connections must be disconnected and
the necessary precautions taken to prevent the connection being
restored again by accident (repair switch).
Fig. 1: Weighing device

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3 Restarting of the rotor weighfeeder
The rotor weighfeeder may be restarted only when completely

assembled and closed.
• Check if the inlet compensator (15, → Fig. 2) and outlet compensator (14) are mounted.
• Check if maintenance covers are fitted over the outlet (34) and at the inlet.
• Load the weighing device: unlock the nut (13, → Fig. 1) and release. Remove the
transport locking device (27). Set the nut (13) at a 3 mm gap from the surface and lock.
• Check and/or set the weighing device as shown in the Maintenance Instructions.
• Check and/or set the rotor load relief as shown in the Maintenance Instructions.
• Open the stop valve of the pneumatic unit.
• Activate material feeding: activate dosing roller and/or rotary valve above the FRW.
Please see the manufacturer’s operating instructions of the rotary valve. Open the manual
valves of the chute and/or roller ventilation. Open the manual shut-off gate.
• Activate discharge screw, chute. Open the manual valves of the chute.
• Carry out the starting procedure as shown in the Commissioning Instructions.
• Start up the rotor without material in accordance with the Commissioning Instructions.
• Start up the rotor with material in accordance with the Commissioning Instructions.
2 Self-aligning bearing 9 Housing screws

4 Upper housing plate 14 Outlet compensators
6 Lower housing plate 15 Inlet compensator
7 Housing ring 33 Small stop block
8 Rotor 34 Maintenance cover at outlet
35 Sealing cover
Fig. 2: Rotor Weighfeeder
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4 Rotor housing
Faults such as excessive oscillations during operations or excessive increases in power

consumption are usually caused by foreign bodies in the bulk material that tend to stick
(wires, belts, plates) or by large foreign bodies (e.g. pieces of metal, plastic or wood) that can
cause the rotor to block.
Foreign bodies jammed in the outlet can be removed usually through the outlet after opening
the maintenance cover (34). If a foreign body is blocking the inlet, remove the inlet
compensator (15).
The running surfaces of the rotor and the housing are checked for wear at regular intervals,
as laid down in the Maintenance Instructions. These inspections are only possible after the
rotor housing has been opened.
The rotor housing also has to be opened if foreign bodies cannot be removed through the
maintenance opening or the inlet / outlet opening, or if the running surfaces of the housing or
the rotor are damaged.
4.1 Open the maintenance cover

• Switch the FRW off, → point 2.
• Open the maintenance cover (34, → Fig. 2).
• Removed foreign bodies, check the rotor and housing parts for damage.
• Replace the maintenance cover.
• Restart the FRW, → point 3.
4.2 Inlet compensator
The inlet compensator consists of a rubber sleeve which facilitates a flexible transition to the
weighing section. It decouples the weighing section from external force influences. If
damaged, the rubber sleeve is replaced.
Remove and inspect the inlet compensator:

• Switch off the FRW, → point 2.
• Loosen the tensioning bands.
• Unscrew the inlet compensator (15) and pull it out at the side.
• Remove any foreign bodies, check the rotor and housing plate for damage.
• Check the rubber sleeve for damage, tears, wear, etc. and replace if necessary.

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Replace the inlet compensator:

• Install the inlet compensator and secure with the screws. Ensure that the rubber sleeve is
centred and is not stretched!
• Tighten the tensioning bands again.
• Restart the FRW according to point 3.
4.3 Outlet compensator
The outlet compensator consists of a rubber diaphragm which facilitates a flexible transition
to the weighing section. It decouples the weighing section from external force influences.
• Switch off the FRW, → Point 2.
• Unscrew the outlet compensators together with the outlet chute (14).
• Pull the outlet compensators out at the side.
• Remove any foreign bodies, check the rotor and housing parts for damage.
• Install the outlet compensator again.
Note! Be careful that the fit of the outlet compensator is centred and stress-
free, so that no interfering forces are acting upon the weighing part
(coloured red). This can otherwise lead to dosage errors/mistakes.
• Restart the FRW according to point 3.

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4.4 Disassembly of the lower housing plate

The lower housing plate is disassembled, to remove foreign bodies or to check their running
surface and the running surface of the rotor underside for wearout.
where necessary.

When the FRW is opened, bulk material spills out. Always follow the
safety instructions for handling each kind of bulk goods. Wear protective
goggles and, if necessary, protective clothing.
Open the housing:

• Mark the position of the upper housing plate (4) and lower housing plate (6) in relation to
one another on their circumference.
4 Upper housing plate 17 Clamp

6 Lower housing plate 19 Mounting spindle
8 Rotor 68 Timber
12 Driver / rotor hub
Fig. 3: Letting down the lower housing plate
• Remove the outlet compensator in accordance with point 4.3.

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• Remove the sealing cover (35, → Fig. 2).

• Fasten the 3 supplied mounting spindles (19) with the holding straps to the upper and
lower housing plate and slightly tighten the mounting spindles so that they support the
lower housing plate.
The lower housing plate is held only by the mounting spindles in the
following work steps.
Weights FRW 4.10 FRW 4.14 FRW 4.18 FRW 4.20 FRW 4.22
260 kg 520 kg 1075 kg 1500 kg 1775 kg
• Remove the housing screws (9, → Fig. 2)

• Lower the lower housing plate uniformly with the 3 mounting spindles. In this case always
generously oil the spindles.
Then support the rotor on timbers (→ Fig. 3). Before doing so, under no
circumstances grasp between rotor and housing lower part.
• Check the running surfaces of the lower housing plate and rotor for wear or damage.
• Rework according to point 4.6 or replace the parts in the case of large-area wear > 3 mm
in depth. Carefully grind out smaller scores and irregularities so that no burr protrudes
from the surface.
Assemble the housing:

• Clean the lower housing plate.
• Fasten the 3 supplied mounting spindles (19) with the straps to the upper and lower
housing plate. Observe the mark on the upper and lower housing plate!
• Raise the lower housing plate uniformly by means of the 3 mounting spindles and pull
onto the block with the housing ring and the upper housing plate. Always generously oil
the spindles in this case. In the case of any out-of-round of the housing ring, this can be
drawn into the groove by means of the clamps (17, → Fig. 3). For this purpose remove the
clamps from the upper housing plate and fit them on the lower housing plate.
• Fit 3 housing screws (9, → Fig. 2), remove the mounting spindles, fit the remaining
housing screws.
• Tighten the housing screws diagonal staggered and in steps.
housing screws
50 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm
• Install the rotor load relief, → point 4.8.2.

• Adjust the rotor load relief, see Maintenance Instructions.
• Replace the cover (35, → Fig. 2).
• Install the outlet compensator (14), → point 4.3.
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4.5 Dismantling the rotor
The rotor must be let down for work on the rotor bearings.
where necessary.

When the FRW is opened, bulk material spills out. Always follow the
safety instructions for handling each kind of bulk goods. Wear protective
goggles and, if necessary, protective clothing.
4 Upper housing plate 19 Mounting spindle

6 Lower housing plate 57 Driver / Drive shaft
7 Housing ring 71 Seal
8 Rotor
Fig. 4: Letting down the rotor

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Open the housing:

• Mark the position of the upper housing plate (4, → Fig. 4), housing ring (7), rotor (8) and
lower housing plate (6) in relation to one another on their circumference.
• Remove the sealing cover (35, → Fig. 2).
• Remove the nut (39, → Fig. 6) at the bottom at the threaded spindle.
• Remove cover (9, → Fig. 6). Use the nut (41) to unscrew the threaded spindle (40) of the
rotor load relief up and out of the disc (13).
• Fasten the 3 supplied mounting spindles (19, → Fig. 4) with the holding straps to the
upper (4) and lower housing plate (6) and slightly tighten the mounting spindles so that
they support the lower housing plate and the rotor.
The lower housing plate and rotor are held only by the mounting
spindles in the following work steps.
Weights FRW 4.10 FRW 4.14 FRW 4.18 FRW 4.20 FRW 4.22
560 kg 1280 kg 2150 kg 3500 kg 4100 kg
• Remove the housing screws (9, → Fig. 2).

• Lower the lower housing plate uniformly with the 3 mounting spindles. In this case always
generously oil the spindles. The rotor and housing ring now lie against the lower housing
plate and are lowered with it.
Take care that the rotor is also lowered and does not jam against the
driver (57, → Fig. 4) of the drive shaft and then suddenly drop down.
Place the lower housing plate underneath.
Assemble the housing:

• Clean the driver (57, → Fig. 4), the rotor hub with the O-ring and grease thoroughly. It is
easier to clean the rotor hub if the disc (13, → Fig. 6) is removed.
• Clean the lower housing plate including the groove. Clean the seal (71), if necessary
replace. Lightly lubricate the seal and groove, no not grease the running surface of the
lower housing plate.
• Place the rotor on the lower housing plate, hub bore upwards! Pay attention to the
previously marked position between rotor and lower housing plate! Centre rotor on lower
housing plate!
• Insert the housing ring (7) in the groove of the lower housing plate. In the case of any out-
of-round of the housing ring, this can be drawn into the groove using the clamps (17, →
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• Fasten the 3 supplied mounting spindles (19) with the holding straps to the upper and
lower housing plate. Observe the mark on the upper and lower housing plate!
Note! The outlet of the lower housing plate must coincide with the inspection
opening in the upper housing plate.
• Lift the lower housing plate with rotor and housing ring uniformly using the 3 mounting
spindles. Always oil the spindles generously. Take care that the drive shaft slides into the
groove of the rotor hub. The drive shaft can be turned by turning on the fan wheel of the
motor.
• Pull together the lower housing plate with the housing ring and the upper housing plate. In
the case of any out-of-round of the housing ring, this may be drawn into the groove using
the clamps (17, → Fig. 3).
• Fit the 3 housing screws (9, → Fig. 2), remove the mounting spindles, fit the remaining
housing screws.
• Tighten the housing screws diagonal staggered and in steps.
housing screws
50 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm 130 Nm
• Install the rotor load relief, → point 4.8.2.

• Replace the cover (35, → Fig. 2).
• Install the outlet compensator (14), → point 4.3.

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4.6 Reworking the lower housing plate and rotor
To avoid functional disturbances in the FRW, the minimum height of lower housing plate and
rotor must not be fallen short of in the rework.
Fig. 5 is decisive for rework.
Fig. 5: Rework of lower housing plate and rotor
Dimensions for rework:

A B C D
FRW 4.10/2 200 40 17 8
FRW 4.10/3 300 40 20 8
FRW 4.14/4 400 40 20 8
FRW 4.14/5 500 40 20 8
FRW 4.18/4 400 50 20 12
FRW 4.18/6 600 50 20 12
FRW 4.20/9 900 60 20 12
FRW 4.22/11 1100 60 20 12

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4.7 Drive shaft, and shaft sealing rings
• Open the housing as shown in point 4.5.

• Unscrew the screws (27, → Fig. 6) and pull off the sealing disc (1).
• Remove the shaft sealing rings (15), clean and inspect them and replace them with new
ones if damaged.
• Clean the sealing disc (1) and oil it lightly.
• Fit the sealing disc with the cleaned or new sealing rings (15) in their correct position.
• Fill the shaft sealing rings evenly with grease.
• Clean the mounting hole in the upper housing plate.
• Fit the sealing disc over the drive shaft and centre it correctly in the upper housing plate
(ventilation bore!); fasten it together with upper housing plate.
• Fill the cavity above the sealing rings with grease through the lubrication nipple in the gear
flange of the gear unit until the grease emerges from the hole Ø4 opposite. For grease
type, see the Maintenance Instructions.
• Assemble the lower housing plate and rotor as described under point 4.5

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1 Sealing disc 15 Shaft sealing ring

7 Drive shaft 40 Threaded spindle
13 Disc
Fig. 6: Drive bearing with rotor load relief

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4.8 Rotor load relief
4.8.1 Removing the rotor load relief

• Remove the sealing cover (35, → Fig. 2) from the lower plate.
When the sealing cover is opened, bulk material spills out. Always follow
the safety instructions for handling each kind of bulk goods. Wear
• Screw down the nut (39, → Fig. 6) at the bottom at the threaded spindle - the threaded
spindle (40) must not turn with it.
• Remove the cover (9, → Fig. 6). Use the nut (41) to unscrew the threaded spindle (40) of
the rotor load relief up and out of the disc (13). The spring assembly (16) will relax when
this is done.
• Pull the threaded rod out of the drive shaft (7). Take the switch disc (10) with the spring
assembly (16) and washer (11) from the gear hollow shaft.
• Check the spring washers (16) and replace if necessary.
4.8.2 Installing the rotor load relief

• Place the switch disc (10) onto the gear hollow shaft. The holding screws (18) of the drive
shaft must lock into the holes provided.
• Insert the spring washers (16): place the individual springs alternately on top of each
other.
• Place the washer (11) on top and insert the threaded spindle (40) through the drive shaft
(7). Screw the threaded spindle into the rotor hub and lock with the nut (39).
• Set the rotor load relief as shown in the Maintenance Instructions.
• Fit the cover (9).
• Start as shown in the Commissioning Instructions.
4.9 Synchronous transmitter: replacing the proximity switch

The synchronous transmitter is located above the gear unit. It works on a non-contact basis
and is maintenance-free. The synchronous transducer consists of a switch disc
(10, → Fig. 6) and an inductive proximity switch (24).
• Remove the cover (9).
• Disconnect the proximity switch (24) from the terminals and replace.
• Set the new proximity switch to a clearance of approx. 5 mm to the switch disc.
• Lock the proximity switch.
• Connect the proximity switch to the terminals.
• Replace the cover (9).
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4.10 Drive shaft and geared motor
Burn injury hazard: The max. permitted surface temperature is 140°C.
The drive of the FRW consists of a bevel gear wheel motor in flange design.
During all maintenance and repair work check with the Operating Instructions and the
manufacturer's spare parts list, and our Maintenance Instructions.
The surface of the motor must be kept free of dust deposits at all times.
Remove drive shaft and geared motor:

• Dismantling the rotor according to point 4.5.
• Dismantling rotor load relief according to point 4.8.1.
• Hold the drive shaft (7) firmly at the bottom and remove the mounting screw (18) in the
hollow shaft of the drive. Withdraw the drive shaft downwards. A dismantling kit is
available from the gearbox manufacturer for pressing out the drive shaft, refer to the
gearbox operating instructions.
Drive shaft weights FRW 4.10 FRW 4.14 FRW 4.18 FRW 4.20 FRW 4.22
17 kg 20 kg 25 kg 60 kg 60 kg
Fig. 7: Removing the drive shaft
• Pick up the geared motor on the slinging points provided with a chain hoist.
• Remove the screws (26, → Fig. 6).
• Lift geared motor with chain hoist out from the centering.

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Installing drive shaft and geared motor:

• Pick up the geared motor with chain hoist at the slinging points provided.
• Lift geared motor with chain hoist into the centering of the upper housing plate.
• Turn in the screws (26).
• Clean and check the shaft sealing rings (15). Replace damaged sealing rings with new
ones, see point 4.7.
• Fill shaft sealing rings uniformly with grease.
• Introduce the drive shaft from below. Take care that the key fits in the keyway of the
hollow shaft of the gearbox. Take care when introducing the drive shaft into the sealing
rings so that these are not damaged.
• The drive shaft can be drawn into the hollow shaft of the gearbox by means of a M 20
threaded rod, see Fig. 7 and the operating instructions of the gearbox.
• Install screws (18, → Fig. 6), install locking ring and disc.
Fig. 8: Installing the drive shaft
• Install rotor load relief according to point 4.8.2.

• Assemble the lower housing plate and rotor as described under point 4.4.
• Fill the cavity above the sealing rings with grease through the lubrication nipple in the gear
flange of the gear unit until the grease emerges from the hole Ø4 opposite.
For grease type, see the Maintenance Instructions.

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5 Weighing device
5.1 Weighing device without pre-load compensation
Fig. 9: Weighing device without pre-load compensation
Replacing the load cell

• Unsolder the load cell cable in the terminal box and pull it out from the protective hose.
• Loosen nuts (15) and screws (18). Remove the load cell (5).
• Fit a new load cell: Introduce threaded rod (25), place the conical socket (11) and
spherical washer (10) in the holding bore of the load cell (conical washer at the bottom,
spherical washer at the top). Tighten screws (18) with 400Nm. Use only original screws of
property class 10.9. Tighten the nut (15) slightly so that the threaded rod (25) and the
suspension (6) are slightly tensioned.
• Load the load cell by loosening the nut (13). Turn the nut (13) to approx. 3 mm and lock it.
Note! After the load cell has been replaced, the zero point and the calibration
must be reset as shown in the Commissioning Instructions.

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5.2 Weighing device with pre-load compensation
20 Load cell 34 Oil damper

23 Suspension 35 Overload screw
33 Lever 36 Stop nut
Fig. 10: Weighing device with pre-load compensation

• Turn the overload screw (35, → Fig. 10) downwards until it presses onto the guide bolt of
the triangular cutting edge.
• Relieve the lever (33) and suspension (23) by turning down the nut (36, → Fig. 10).
• Unsolder the load cell cable in the terminal box and draw it out from the protective hose.
• Replace the load cell (20). Maintain the original position of the name plate. Suspend the
suspension on the load cell again.
• Run the cable through the protective hose into the terminal box and solder it on.
• Load the load cell by loosening the nut (36). Set the nut (36) to approx. 5 mm distance to
the frame and lock it.
• Adjust and subsequently lock the overload screw (35, → Fig. 10) so that a maximum load
of 1.2 x load cell nominal load can be effective on the load cell. This value corresponds to
29 mV output voltage at the load cell. Display of the output voltage in the calibration
menu. The overload is obtained by raising the lever.
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Warning! Do not load the load cell with more than 35 mV output voltage, as this
will destroy it.
• In this process take care that the lever (33) does not come up against the stop nuts (36).
These nuts are subsequently set with a height play of 2 mm in each case with the test
weight applied.
• Test and adjust the weighing device according to the Maintenance Instructions.
Note! After the load cell has been replaced, the zero point and the calibration
must be reset as shown in the Commissioning Instructions.
5.3 Control measuring device
Load cells can be damaged by overloading (load is not equally distributed among the 4 load
cells) or by surge/excess voltages (welding currents). Likewise damaged load cell cable
should also be replaced.
1 Load cell 5 Load-relieving nut

2 Screw for calibration 6 Hexagon socket head cap screw - property class 10.9
3 Stop nut 7 Locking bolts
4 Centring bush
Fig. 11: Control measuring device

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• Raise the load-relieving nut 5, → Fig. 11). Bush (4) must slide/slip into the bore hole.
Relieve/ease the load cell approx. 1 mm.
• Disconnect load cell, replace, reconnect.
• The tightening torque for the hexagon socket head cap screw (6) is 400 Nm. Only use
original screws, property class 10.9 (permanent elongation limit 940 N/mm2).
• Fully screw down the load-relieving nut (5) and drive home.
• Verify that the centring bush (4) slides out of the bore hole. Otherwise screw the stop nut
(3) right off and using a screwdriver push the centring bush downwards out of the bore
hole. Immediately after, screw the stop nut (3) back on again.
• Check: the bolt is now not allowed to sit in the bore hole.
• In the terminal box +A43 disconnect the two signal wires (white and red) of the load cell
and take a measure of the output voltage of the load cell.
• Loosen the screw for calibration (2) and set/adjust the corner load of the load cell in
compliance with the spec sheet. Fix/lock the screw for calibration.
• Set the stop nut (3) to a gap of 3 mm, which is approximately equal to 1 rotation.
5.4 Weighing bearing
62 Load cell 63 Support

69 Holder
Fig. 12: Weighing bearing
The weighing bearing serves for fast acquisition of the rotor contents for the pre-feeding
control, especially with the rotor turning slowly. The integrated self-aligning roller bearing is
maintenance-free. The force is measured by 2 bending rod load cells (62, → Fig. 12).

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Replacement of the load cell

• Unlock the screw (66, → Fig. 12) and turn it up by hand until the screw head comes
against the holder (69). Lock the screw (66) and turn the nut (67) down until this comes up
against the holder.
• Unsolder the load cell cable in the terminal box and draw it out from the protective hose.
• Replace the load cell (62). Observe the position. While tightening the screws (64) and
(65), increasingly loosen the screw (66) and the nut (67) so that the load cell is not
distorted. Finally tighten screws (64) with 130 Nm, use only original screws of property
class 12.9. Oil the screw threads and screw heads when tightening.
• Run cable through the protective hose into the terminal box and solder it on.
• Adjust screw (66) and nut (67) to 2 mm gap and lock it.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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The persons responsible for transport, assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance

We can accept no liability for damage or breakdown caused by failure to observe

Contents ....................................................................................... Document no.

Unit description............................................................................ 550.098.60.04-GB-a-GB

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2 Operating Principle of Rotor Weighfeeder

1 Rotor 5 Lower plate 9 Load cell

Fig. 1: Rotor weighfeeder

Fundamentally, there are two installation possibilities:

direct installation onto silo installation with frame

Fig. 2: Schematic diagram of the installation possibilities

Any other use is considered improper. The manufacturer bears no

The use of the rotor weighfeeder FRW in hazardous areas or with

Index Author Date of Modifications

Subject to change without notice.

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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER SRW, FRW, VRW 4.XX

1 Symbols and instructions ................................................................................... 2

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1 Symbols and instructions

1.1 Caution symbol

1.2 Warning symbol

1.3 Note symbol

2 Occupational safety instructions

The use of the rotor weighfeeder in hazardous areas or with potentially

The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide a

The operating authority of the installation is obliged to provide warning

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The rotor weighfeeder may be started only when completely assembled

When the machine is running, it is forbidden to open the maintenance

Before the rotor weighfeeder is opened, all electrical and pneumatic

Never stand, lean or reach underneath the free-hanging rotor. Ensure

Replace unusable or damaged screws, nuts and in particular mounting

Index Author Date of Modifications

Subject to change without notice.

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ROTOR WEIGHFEEDER SRW, FRW, VRW 4.XX

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2.1 Delivery from the factory

2.2 Weights of the rotor weighfeeders:

without frame with frame

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2.3 Possible ways of picking up the rotor weighfeeder

Fig 1: Possible ways of picking up the rotor weighfeeder

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Fig. 2: Transport supports

2.4 Transport damage

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4 Preparation for transport

Warning! The rotor weighfeeder must always be secured prior to transport.

4.1 Weighing device without tarer compensation

Fig. 3: Weighing device without tarer compensation