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Operating Instructions for Vibratory Screen VA1536/2050/2060
Version 5.1
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Table of contents
1 Preface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2 General information and explanation of symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 Introduction to the Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3 Use and description of product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1 Use for the intended purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2 Abusive use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.3 Description of the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.3 Components of the vibratory screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
5 Transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.2 Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6 Installation and commissioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.2 Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.3.2 Electrical motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.4 First operation (commissioning). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.4.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.4.2 Changing the vibration width ("throw"). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
6.4.3 Setting the unbalance elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
6.4.4 Temperature range for the vibratory screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
6.4.5 Adjusting the screen body in relation to the screen casing . . . . . . . 29
6.4.6 V-belt tension. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
7 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.2 Emergency command and safety equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
7.3 Normal operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.3.1 General information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
7.3.2 Mode of functioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
7.3.3 Starting daily operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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1 Preface
Screen form part of an asphalt mixing plant.
In terms of process technology, all Ammann asphalt mixing plants are designed
and manufactured in accordance with the customer's individual requirements and
wishes. As a result of this, each plant is different as regards structure and configu-
ration. This also refers to the positioning and structure of the screens.
After the approval procedure required for set-up and operation has been comple-
ted, the familiarisation of the plant staff commences with the construction. This is
conditional upon the placement of an order and technical processing. During this
phase, Ammann provides advice and support for the customer.
During the construction phase, the plant operators must be familiarised with the
plant and/or the screen. This takes place in close cooperation with Ammann's
installation manager.
This refers to the set-up and installation of the units and equipment, the laying of
the supply lines and the cabling work for the electrical and control lines (including
fuse protection, earthing and many other aspects). The protective equipment and
hazard points must also be taken into consideration.
Checks must be carried out to ensure that it is safe to walk on the plant, and that
all handles, hand rails and shut-off devices with safety circuits, etc., are present.
The emergency and fault switch-off equipment must be inspected to verify its
accessibility and function.
The presence of the mandatory warning and prohibition signs must be verified.
After the plant or a section thereof has been handed over, the plant operator/cus-
tomer must have full mastery of the procedure and must be familiar with the safety
equipment, circuits and switching devices.
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Preface
The following types of plant have been design-tested by TÜV Saarland [Saarland
Technical Supervision Association:
• Universal
• Global
• UniGlobe
By awarding the tested design symbol, TÜV Saarland confirms that these types of
plant conform to the Machinery Directive and the harmonised standards
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2 General information and explanation of symbols
The present Operating Instructions contain the information and rules of conduct
which are necessary for the safe operation of the Ammann vibratory screen. For
this reason, the Operating Instructions must be made accessible to the individuals
entrusted with the various jobs on the machine.
In addition to the present Operating Instructions for the vibratory screen, attention
must also be paid to the Operating Instructions for the entire asphalt mixing plant.
NOTE
These Operating Instructions must be read before starting work with the vibratory
screen.
It is the aim of these Operating Instructions to make it easier for you to become
familiar with the vibratory screen and with the possibilities for using it in accordance
with the intended purpose.
The Operating Instructions contain important information about operating the vib-
ratory screen in a safe, proper and cost-effective manner. Compliance with these
instructions will help to avoid hazards, to reduce repair costs and outage times, and
to increase the reliability and service lifetime of the plant.
NOTE
The binding regulations on accident prevention that are in force at the place of use
must be heeded.
NOTE
The Operating Instructions must be amplified by any instructions stated in existing
national regulations on accident prevention and environmental protection.
The Operating Instructions must always be available at the place where the plant
is used, and they must be read and heeded by every individual who is entrusted
with operation of the plant.
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General information and explanation of symbols
Changes
Operating the plant, set-up, troubleshooting during the working procedure, remo-
ving production waste, upkeep, disposal of operating and auxiliary materials, main-
tenance, servicing, inspection, repairs and transport.
Operating tasks and any types of work must only be carried by qualified staff. Qua-
lified staff are defined as individuals who, on the basis of their training, experience
and instruction and their knowledge of the relevant standards, provisions, accident
prevention regulations and operating conditions, have been authorised by the per-
son responsible for the safety of the plant to carry out the required activities in each
case, and who are able to identify and avoid the potential hazards in such cases.
Illustrations which vary slightly from the condition of the machine when delivered
are due to technical changes. These have no effect whatsoever on the function of
the machine nor on the Operating Instructions for it.
2.2 Changes
PROHIBITED
No changes, additions to or conversions of the vibratory screen which impair safety
are permitted! This also applies to the installation and adjustment of safety equip-
ment and to welding work on load-bearing components.
Changes to the electrical control system which affect the safety of the vibratory
screen are also prohibited.
NOTE
If any changes which affect safety are implemented without consulting the supplier,
this will result in the lapse of the declaration of conformity with regard to the Machi-
nery Directive and/or the manufacturer's declaration. Ammann shall not accept any
liability for damage and accidents arising herefrom.
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3 Use and description of product
The vibratory screen is solely intended for the screening of bulk mineral
substances such as gravel, sand, chippings and the like. Any other use, or
any use which goes beyond this, is deemed not to be in accordance with
the intended purpose. The manufacturer/supplier shall not be liable for any
damage resulting herefrom. The risk shall be borne solely by the user.
The vibratory screen must only be operated in conjunction with an asphalt
mixing plant!
NOTE
The vibratory screen must only be operated when it is in technically perfect condi-
tion!
Any faults which might impair safety must be rectified immediately!
Do not use any faulty plant components!
Use for the intended purpose also includes taking note of the Operating Instruc-
tions and conforming to the inspection and maintenance conditions.
CAUTION
Any use above or beyond the use for the intended purpose is deemed to be
abusive use, and is therefore prohibited!
Ö Do not make any changes to the vibratory screen!
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Use and description of product
Description of the screen
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4 Technical data
Example: V A - 20 50 5
right
Material flow
The machines are set to the vibration width ("throw") dependent on the speed
during the test run in the factory. The vibration width can be changed by adjusting
the unbalance elements.
In this case, it should be ensured that the unbalance elements are always installed
in the same position on both shafts, otherwise there will be the risk of damage to
the machine.
The machine body consists of two side walls, spring bearing systems, the motor
traverse, the suspension bar, the draw-in tube, the support and the guide plate.
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Technical data
Weights
The materials used for this purpose meet the high requirements for vibratory equip-
ment in terms of strength, wear and corrosion. The cross-girders are ideally shaped
for vibratory movements.
4.2 Weights
Section A-A
45
Material flow
A A
±5
Detail of fixture
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Screen inserts
6 5
5
4 4
3 3
2 2
1 1
Screen area
Screen type Plane no. FI mm ± 5mm Spi mm ± 5mm
m2
1 1875 2 x 3,41 = 6,82
2 1990 2 x 3,63 = 7,26
3 2110 2 x 3,86 = 7,72
VA 2050 1975
4 2225 2 x 4,09 = 8,18
5 2430 2 x 4,48 = 8,96
6 2430 1 x 4,48 = 4,48
1 2480 2 x 4,58 = 9,16
2 2600 2 x 4,81 = 9,62
3 2720 2 x 5,04 = 10,08
VA 2060 1975
4 2835 2 x 5,26 = 10,52
5 3045 2 x 5,66 = 11,32
6 3045 1 x 5,66 = 5,66
Please consult the spare parts lists for the actual screen mats for your plant.
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Technical data
Components of the vibratory screen
Bearing structure
3 4 5
1 2
Key
1 The bearing structure is fitted with an oil bath lubrication system (continuous oil
reservoir)
2 The bearing structure is fitted with a quadruple seal
3 Loose bearing
4 Fixed bearing
5 Screwed joints. All the screwed joints must be tightened with a torque wrench.
Tightening torque
Nominal thread size Strength class
(Nm)
M 12 8.8 90
M 16 8.8 210
M 20 8.8 410
M 24 8.8 710
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5 Transport
NOTE
Only lift the screen with suitable lifting gear!
The vibratory screen is fitted with transport lugs in order to guarantee easy and cor-
rect transportation by crane.
NOTE
Only lift the vibratory screen by the transport lugs!
NOTE
Linear vibratory screens are usually set up horizontally or with a slight incline. The
sling ropes should therefore be of equal length.
5.2 Weights
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Transport
Weights
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6 Installation and commissioning
6.1 Installation
NOTE
The screen is marked with warning symbols which must be noted and heeded.
For a mixing plant with one row of hoppers in the hot mineral silo (see the Operating
Instructions for the Mixing Tower), the screen is mounted on the topmost element
of the hot mineral silo. A screen adapter may be used for installation.
For a mixing plant with two rows of hoppers in the hot mineral silo (see the Ope-
rating Instructions for the Mixing Tower), the screen is mounted on the flap box
ATTENTION
Danger of injuries!
Long hair, loose clothing and items of jewellery may become caught up.
Ö Those with long hair must wear a hairnet.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery.
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Electrical connections
Choice of staff
Electrical installation work must only be undertaken by authorized specialist staff!
In order to prevent damage to the leads due to vibrations, the individual leads must
be laid by the shortest possible route from the lead entry to the terminal board in
the terminal box.
NOTE
When laying the leads, ensure that they cannot come into contact with any hot or
rotating parts of the plant.
6.3 Installation
DANGER OF FALLING
During installation work on the mixing tower!
The vibratory screen is installed at a great height..
Ö Use protective equipment to prevent falling!
Keep constant eye and radio contact with the crane operator!
Any work on electrical motors must only be undertaken when they are switched off.
NOTE
Disconnect the motors from the mains in accordance with the five safety rules.
Protect motors from being switched on again: to do this, turn the main switch off
and secure it with a lock.
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Connecting motors
Compare the information on rating signs with the type of power, the mains voltage,
the mains frequency and the required power, speed and mode of operation.
When connecting the electrical motors to the supply network, the rating sign data
must be noted and compared to the appended circuit diagram.
Connect the motor directly in a delta configuration, not in a star delta. This makes
it possible to ensure that the resonance speed is rapidly passed when starting up,
and a high starting moment can be achieved.
The mains feed line must be carefully connected by a qualified individual. The feed
line cross-sections must be adapted to the maximum nominal power level. Provide
strain relief for the connecting cables.
Seal any entry openings which are not required so that they are dust-and water-
tight.
Direction of rotation
The motors (and the exciter for the screen) are normally suitable for operation in
both directions of rotation.
NOTE
For linear vibratory screens, both the motors must rotate in opposite directions to
one another
The vibratory motors are designed for continuous operation at 100% centrifugal
force or uninterrupted operation (this is only valid for 50 and 60 Hz).
If the phases are connected in sequence L1,L2 and L3 to motor terminals U1, V1
and W1, the direction of rotation is right-handed (viewed from the drive-side end of
the shaft). .
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Installation
U V W U V W
L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3
The direction of rotation can be reversed by transposing any two mains feed lines.
Motor protection
In accordance with DIN VDE 0165, every motor must be protected against imper-
missible heating due to overload, by means of a monitoring device.
The motors must only be used for continuous operation, and only for normal
switch-on procedures which do not recur frequently, so that no major start-up hea-
ting can occur.
NOTE
The connections to the relevant switching devices (contactor, protective motor
switch, etc.) must be made by the customer.
All the necessary protective equipment must be connected without fail before star-
ting operation of the motor.
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6.4 First operation (commissioning)
The following checks must be carried out before operating an Ammann vib-
ratory screen for the first time (commissioning), in the sequence shown
below:
9 check whether there is any foreign material in the screen and remove it.
9 check whether all the transport securing devices have been removed!
9 passage through the screen intake must be clear.
9 passage through the screen delivery end must be clear.
9 check the distance between the screen and fixed components (minimum: 50 mm)
9 carry out the test run described below.
Î After these checks have been completed successfully, you can test the vibratory
screen with mineral.
2 Start the pre-feeder, the drier and the elevator so that mineral is conveyed into
the screen.
5 Stop the mineral feed, switch the screen off and secure it so that it cannot be
switched on again.
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First operation (commissioning)
;After the test run has been successfully completed, you can operate the
vibratory screen with mineral.
DANGER OF BURNS
On the screen, the hot mineral silo and the screened mineral!
The mineral is hot during test operating mode. Temperatures of up to 180° C can
occur, and of up to 300° C if mastic (poured) asphalt is being produced.
Ö Let the plant cool off before the tests on the screen, and before entering the hot
mineral silo!
Allow any mineral that has escaped during test operation to cool down, and only
remove it with suitable auxiliary equipment and protective clothing!
Do not touch hot mineral and hot plant components with unprotected parts of the
body!
ATTENTION
Danger of suffocation!
The mineral contains high proportions of dust which can clog the lungs.
Ö Only enter the screen or hot mineral silo if they are well ventilated!
Wear breathing protection apparatus!
Always position a second person at the entrance as a guard!
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6.4.2 Changing the vibration width ("throw")
Unbalance flywheel
Shaft screw
Eccentric bushing
Pulley
Eccentric shaft
To change the stroke, one or more unbalance flywheels have to be rotated down-
wards or upwards.
Rule: to change the stroke by 1 mm, one unbalance flywheel must be rotated
upwards or downwards on each of the two sides (on both shafts)..
NOTE
The maximum possible stroke must not be exceeded.
NOTE
Both shafts must be set to the same value.
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First operation (commissioning)
Machine characteristics for optimal screening are shown in the section on "Targe-
ted machine characteristics for optimal screening", from page 69 onwards
Setpoints
Stroke: 6....7 mm
Speed: 1050 min-1
Angle of vibration: 60° - 65°
60
70 70
60
Reading for the angle of vibration
50 50 (for use with asphalt screens)
40 40
30
30
Measurement principle:
Each point on the vibrating screen body describes the nature and size of the vibra-
tion, or traces an image of the vibration. Suitable options for measuring this image
are as follows:
Method 1
Find a point on the side wall (e.g. the centre of a screw) or draw a point (e.g. particle
impact). This point will trace the vibration, which can then be measured with a fol-
ding ruler.
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The point traces a line
h
The length of the line = vibration width
Method 2
Glue a sheet of paper to the side wall and slowly trace a line across the sheet with
a ballpoint pen. A band will be traced due to the movement of the vibrating screen
body and the ballpoint pen.
Attention: with a directed vibration, the line must be drawn transversely to the direc-
tion of vibration, otherwise h will be measured incorrectly.
Method 3
As described for methods one and two; this method is used to measure the mag-
nitude of the vibration width.
Provisional measurement sheet on squared paper:
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First operation (commissioning)
4 * 5 * 6
Estimate the approximate stroke (e.g. 5 mm) and draw lines separated by this dis-
tance on the sheet of paper. Draw lines at intervals of 1 mm more and 1 mm less
on the paper (for 5 mm, draw lines at intervals of 4 and 6 mm).
Reading: glue the paper to the side wall, and the vibration width corresponds to the
line intervals where a sharply defined line can be seen. All commonly used stroke
measuring instruments operate according to this method.
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45°
Angle of vibration
Horizontal
Angle of vibration
Measurement principle
Every line located in the direction of vibration is only moved on its axis by the move-
ment of the screen body. As a result, it traces a sharply defined line.
A sheet of paper which has been folded singly at 45° offers a simple way of seeing
whether the angle is more or less than 45°.
For a more exact method, fold the sheet of paper lengthwise and transversely
again through the intersecting point of the first two fold lines. Using a geometrical
set-square or another angle measuring device, draw lines through this point at ang-
les of 15°, 30°, 60° and 75°.
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First operation (commissioning)
Fold line
0°, 45°, 90°
Position the sheet of paper on the side of the screen. Use a bubble level to measu-
re the horizontal position.
When the screen is operated, the direction of vibration can be measured using the
sheet.
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The sharply defined line - at 60° in this case - indicates the direction of vibration.
There must always be a leeway of 50 mm between the vibrating screen body and
the fixed components. This also applies if there is a build-up of material.
Min. distance
of 50 mm
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First operation (commissioning)
Detailed sketch showing the connection between the screen and the screen casing
Procedure:
1 Fit the transport securing device, 1
2 Slacken the securing screw 2 for the spring plate by 15 mm
3 Lift the screen off using the hexagonal screws 3, as far as the limit stop
4 Push in one or more supports 4 below the spring plate; tighten the securing
screw 2; dismantle 3 and 1
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6.4.6 V-belt tension
Hollow rubber springs are only used to damp the belt movement.
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First operation (commissioning)
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7 Operation
During operation, the requirements specified in the "Operation" section of the Ope-
rating Instructions for the Asphalt Mixing Plant must be followed.
DANGER OF BURNS
On the screen!
The mineral in the screen is hot. Temperatures of up to 180° C can occur, and of
up to 300° C if mastic (poured) asphalt is being produced.
Ö Do not touch the hot screen with unprotected parts of the body!
Do not open the screen during operation, and let it cool down before opening it!
Safety first!
Press the "Emergency stop" button in hazard situations!
NOTE
The operator must ensure that all the safety equipment on the vibratory screen is
tested by specialist staff trained for this purpose before starting operation.
The safety equipment on the Ammann vibratory screen conforms to the require-
ments of EN536.
The operator must ensure that all the safety equipment present on the vibratory
screen is familiar to everyone working in the area of the plant, by providing instruc-
tion on this subject.
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Operation
Normal operation
Before starting operation, make sure that the power supply and the control voltage
are switched on.
Also note that the vibratory screen must only be operated when the whole plant is
switched on.
NOTE
At temperatures in the region of freezing point, it must be ensured that the vibration
dampers on the vibratory screen have not frozen solid at any point.
NOTE
Before starting operation each day, the staff must make sure that all the safety
equipment is fitted.
NOTE
No further measures are required before starting operation each day. The vibratory
screen is started automatically by the control system.
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7.3.2 Mode of functioning
The hot elevator conveys hot mineral with different particle sizes into the screen
intake.
The vibration motor causes vibrations in the screen housing which are transferred
to the screen mats.
The mineral is conveyed away from the intake due to the vibrations and the down-
ward movement of the screen mats.
Particles which are smaller than the mesh gauge fall through the screen mats.
They drop onto more screen mats with increasingly narrow gauges.
Particles which do not fall through a screen mat are distributed through chutes at
the end of the screen mat.
In this way, the mineral is divided into particle sizes which are stored separately in
the hot mineral silo. The closer the particle size is stored to the screen intake, the
smaller it is.
Mineral that is larger than the largest mesh gauge of the screen falls into the last
hopper. This mineral comprises the oversize particles which are not usually fed into
the mixing process.
Bypass
With the help of one or two changeover flaps, the mineral from the hot elevator is
not conveyed to the screen mats, but into the first or second silo hoppers instead.
This mineral has the same particle sizes as the mineral charged during the pre-
feed.
NOTE
Before starting operation each day, the staff must make sure that all the safety
equipment is fitted.
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Operation
Operating faults
This is particularly applicable after a fault has been signalled and the vibratory
screen has then been switched off.
NOTE
No further measures are required before starting operation each day. The vibratory
screen is started automatically by the control system.
NOTE
Before starting operation of the plant, the plant operator must draw the attention of
the staff to all the safety equipment!
NOTE
In case of operating faults, the nearest emergency stop button or the nearest safety
ripcord must be operated.
NOTE
In case of operating faults, suitable first aid measures must be taken!
Self-protection must be observed!
NOTE
In case of operating faults, suitable counter-measures must be initiated!
Self-protection must be observed!
NOTE
In case of operating faults, the superior must be informed!
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8 Maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting
8.1 Maintenance
All the inspection work listed in this section must be carried out.
Any resultant maintenance and repair work must also be carried out.
The torques for tightening up the securing screws are shown in the table below:
Tightening torque
Nominal thread size Strength class
(Nm)
M 12 8.8 90
M 16 8.8 210
M 20 8.8 410
M 24 8.8 710
Spare parts must meet the technical requirements specified by the manufacturer.
This is always guaranteed if original spare parts are used.
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Maintenance, repairs and troubleshooting
Maintenance
Two doors for inspection and replacement of the screen mats are positioned on the
front (towards the elevator).
ATTENTION
Danger of injury!
The maintenance doors on the front of the screen must not be opened during ope-
ration!
Opening the maintenance doors is only allowed during maintenance operations!
Make sure that the elevator is not conveying any mineral while the screen is being
maintained.
The lengthwise maintenance openings used to replace the screen springs must
only be opened while the screen is switched off.
They must only be opened for maintenance purposes!
NOTE
If the plant is operated without a flap box, the maintenance doors of the screen are
the entrance to the hot mineral silo.
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CAUTION
Danger of being buried!
Mineral can drop from the elevator into the chambers of the hot mineral silo.
Ö People are only allowed to enter the hot mineral silo when the plant is switched
off, and the silo has been emptied!
The operator must ensure that welding, burning and grinding work on the vibratory
screen is only undertaken if it has been explicitly approved in writing by the opera-
tions manager.
The maintenance staff must ensure that the vibratory screen and the surrounding
area are free of dust and combustible substances before the welding, burning or
grinding work begins.
A fire guard must be posted during welding, burning and grinding work!
The maintenance staff must ensure that the antipole of the welding appliance is
connected directly to the vibratory screen.
NOTE
After the repair work has been completed, the working area in question must be
cooled down to ambient temperature and must be checked for possible sources of
ignition!
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Maintenance
NOTE
Switch the plant off immediately if there are any faults in the electrical power sup-
ply!
Choice of staff
The operator must ensure that work on electrical installations or operating equip-
ment is only carried out by a specialist electrician or by individuals who have recei-
ved instruction on this subject, under the direction and supervision of a specialist
electrician and in accordance with the rules of electrical engineering!
Before starting any activities on the electrical equipment, the plant operator must
be informed about the performance and nature of the work.
Arrangements for the maintenance work and for switching on plant components
must also be made with other individuals working on the plant.
When replacing fuses, make sure that only original fuses with the specified current
ratings are used.
The operator must ensure that the electrical equipment of a plant is regularly
inspected and tested.
Defects such as loose connections and damaged cables must be rectified immedi-
ately by specialist electricians. If any cables show signs of scorching, the entire
related circuit must be checked.
Rectify the cause of the damage and make sure that it cannot recur in the future.
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Disconnect
The plant operator must be informed of the disconnection, and of which electrical
components have been disconnected.
NOTE
A sign must be hung on main switches that have been switched off, stating who is
carrying out maintenance and what is being maintained.
Use suitable measuring equipment to test and ensure that no voltage is present..
Before work starts, the electrical components at the working location must first be
earthed and then short-circuited.
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Maintenance
DANGER OF BURNS
On the screen, the hot mineral silo and the screened mineral!
The mineral in the vibratory screen is hot. Temperatures of up to 180° C can occur,
and of up to 300° C if mastic (poured) asphalt is being produced.
Ö Let the plant cool off before the work on the screen, and before entering the hot
mineral silo!
Allow any mineral that has escaped during test operation to cool down, and only
remove it with suitable auxiliary equipment and protective clothing!
Do not touch hot mineral and hot plant components with unprotected parts of the
body!
ATTENTION
Danger of suffocation!
The mineral contains high proportions of dust which can clog the lungs.
Ö Only enter the screen or hot mineral silo if they are well ventilated!
Extract the dust for at least 15 minutes!
Wear breathing protection apparatus!
Always position a second person at the entrance as a guard!
CAUTION
Danger of being buried!
Material can slide down into the screen or the hot mineral silo when people enter it.
Ö Only enter a silo if it has been emptied!
Before entering, make sure that the elevator has been emptied and that it cannot
be started!
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CAUTION
Danger of being pulled in!
Parts of the body and clothing can be pulled in by moving parts of the screen.
Ö Only open the doors, covers and maintenance openings once the screen has
been made dead (no voltage) in accordance with the five safety rules.
NOTE
Make the electrical components dead according to the five safety rules!
Tools, components and materials may fall during maintenance work on the vibra-
tory screen.
Remove the mineral and check the vibratory screen for damage.
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Inspection cycles
NOTE
Keep to the specified adjustment, maintenance and inspection activities and dates,
including the information on replacing parts/partial items of equipment!
NOTE
Follow the inspection information in the Operating Instructions for the fan, the cel-
lular wheels, the transmission motor, the burner, the oil tank and the measurement
equipment!
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· Maintenance 3 Yearly
· Maintenance 4 Yearly
Note the activities in the "Maintenance" section of the Operating Instructions for the
Asphalt Mixing Plante.
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Inspection cycles
8.3.2 Inspection 1
Check and if necessary retension the mat braidings. (For a control sheet, see the
section on "Targeted machine characteristics for optimal screening", from page 69
onwards)
First inspection: 10 operating hours after commissioning.
Second inspection: 20 operating hours after commissioning.
Third inspection: 50 operating hours after commissioning.
1 Grease the thread and spring guideway with Never-Seez Paste (Article 920249).
3 Retighten / check
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Î On older vibratory screens with a guideway that is shorter than 32 mm, a spacer
ring (Zn. 057186) must be fitted
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8.3.3 Inspection 2
Tighten up the securing screws for the unbalance exciter (shafts 1 and 2)..
Tightening torque
Nominal thread size
(Nm)
M 16 210
M 20 410
8.3.4 Inspection 3
Tighten up the securing screws on the connecting plate for the unbalance exciter
unit.
Tightening torque
Nominal thread size
(Nm)
M 16 500
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8.3.5 Inspection 4
8.3.6 Inspection 5
Check for oil escaping from the unbalance exciter each month - for example, check
for oily side walls or loose hose connections.
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8.3.7 Inspection 6
Check all parts for wear, attrition or cracks every month and replace them if neces-
sary.
8.3.8 Inspection 7
8.3.9 Inspection 8
Twice-yearly oil level check on the counter-drive side (shafts 1 and 2).
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8.3.10 Maintenance 1
8.3.11 Maintenance 2
Clean and grease the tensioning device once every year, and when the mat brai-
dings are changed.
Maintenance jobs:
1 Clean the spring elements
2 Grease the tensioning screws, moisten the thread with Never-Seez lubricating
paste
NOTE
Oil change after 2000 operating hours, not later than yearly!
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8.3.12 Maintenance 3
Belt damping device: tighten the hollow rubber springs until the belts run as quietly
as possible. The spring height should be 100 - 120 mm.
8.3.13 Maintenance 4
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8.4 Repairs
8.4.1 Inspection
NOTE
The Operating Instructions for the drives must be consulted when inspecting the
drives!
Changes to the vibratory screen must only be undertaken after consultation and
agreement with Ammann Aufbereitung AG, otherwise the declaration of conformity
will lapse.
NOTE
No welding must be undertaken on the side walls. Welding on traverses must only
be in the direction of the axis and never transversely to the traverse.
NOTE
No current must flow over the two roller bearings as this could cause damage to
the bearings.
The screwed connections must be checked to ensure that they are present, that
they fit correctly and that they are in perfect condition.
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Repairs
Wear on the screen casing must be rectified with welded-in plates, or replace the
screen casing with an intact one.
Check the function of the screen drive, and check for wear.
Check the function of the bearings and check them for wear.
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8.4.2 Replacing the screen mat
1 Open the maintenance doors on the front of the screen unless this has already
been done for cooling purposes.
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Repairs
Î Faulty components of the screen casing must be unscrewed or burned out, and
disposed of.
component RQ St 34-2
Tightening torque
Nominal thread size
(Nm)
M 12 200
M 16 500
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plain
primed
Condition of surfaces
1 Burn off any faulty parts subject to wear and dispose of them.
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Repairs
2 The faulty components of the screen drive must be removed and disposed of.
3 Position and install the intact components for the screen drive.
Î If necessary, dispose of the complete screen drive and install an intact one.
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9 Switch off the mixing tower and let it cool down.
9 Disconnect the screen drive (make it dead) according to the five safety rules.
DANGER OF CRUSHING!
When lowering the screen!
Parts of the body may be crushed on the springs or between the screen and the
other plant components when the screen is being lowered.
Ö Keep your distance!
8.5 Troubleshooting
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Troubleshooting
Measure the vibration width and compare it with the machine-specific datasheets.
Check the fabric and/or the screen mats for damage..
Check whether the meshes have become clogged with screened material.
Check whether all fabrics and/or screen mats are present (use the spare parts lists
for this purpose)
Check whether the composition of the charging material has been changed.
Check whether there is a higher or lower charging rate.
The material for screening must be charged so as to ensure optimal utilisation of
the screening area in the intake zone.
Fabric breaks.
Check whether the screening fabric has been destroyed by wear or wobble (wobb-
le breaks.
Replace the screen fabric if it is worn.
In case of wobble breaks, the fabric must be tightened up or re-tensioned.
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8.6 Lubrication instructions for the vibration motor
NOTE
Old lubricants and cleaning products must never be disposed of in the environ-
ment, mixed with other types of waste or incinerated in plants which are not appro-
ved for this purpose.
The vibration motors are equipped with a continuous lubrication system, and they
operate without any maintenance whatsoever.
NOTE
Follow the Operating Instructions for the vibration motor!
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Winter precautions
NOTE
Low temperatures, especially below freezing point, can impair the operation of the
plant.
Before switching off, the vibratory screen should be emptied in order to prevent
damage and make it easier to start operation again.
At very low temperatures, the screen mats should be removed before lengthy shut-
down periods and stored safely, so as to prevent damage and make it easier to
start operation again.
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9 Decommissioning and dismantling
If the vibratory screen is to be decommissioned definitively, the plant must be swit-
ched off first.
6 Lift the vibratory screen with a crane and place it in an empty area.
Î If you are not going to dispose of the vibratory screen, it can be loaded onto sui-
table vehicles immediately.
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10 Disposal
If the vibratory screen is to be decommissioned definitively, safe and environment-
friendly disposal of all parts (especially the operating and auxiliary materials) must
be ensured.
As well as the plant components, there are still some residues of oils and greases
in the screen.
Oils and greases are special waste and must be disposed of properly, e.g. at sui-
table collecting points.
Parts contaminated with oil are also special waste and must be disposed of proper-
ly.
NOTE
Even small amounts of oil will pollute the environment, especially the soil and
groundwater.
During disposal, make sure that no oil reaches the soil or the waste!
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11 Annexe
Customer: -
Commission number: AZ-66323
Mineral temperature run: °C
A or B of
li. re.
Plane
4
3
2
1
re. li.
Plane
7 6 5 4 3 2 1
5
Delivery side
4
3
2
1
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Monitoring the screen tension
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11.2
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Stroke [mm]
16
1: K=5 for screen width 700-1700
2: K=4 for screen width 2000
14
10
1
8
K=6
K=5
6
2 K=3
K=4
4
2
Targeted machine characteristics for optimal screening
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Targeted machine characteristics for optimal screening
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