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Table of Contents

Copyright Notice

Important Safety Information

Intended Use

Personal Protection

General Hazards

Important Safety Information

Symbols 4
Modes for Stopping

Prop. 65 Statement for CA Residents

Warning for Explosive Material

Installation and Safety Assessment

Lab Mixer Components

Lab Mixer Electrical Components

Preface 9
Training 10

Off-Site Training

Training via Video Chat/Phone

LFA Articles

LFA Videos

Installation 11

Tools and Materials Needed

The Appropriate Workstation for the Machine

Positioning the VM

Lab Mixer

Controls 14
Settings and Adjustment

Maintenance 19

General Maintenance Prescriptions

Lubrication 19
Dismantling for Repair and Replacement

Wear Parts and Causes of Damage

Troubleshooting 27

Common Machine Issues

Cleaning 28
Storing the VM

Lab Mixer

Appendix 32

Glossary 32
Description of VM

Lab Mixer Parts

Food Grade Point of Contact Parts

Technical Specifications

Maintenance Checklist

Diagrams 36
Resources 40

Summary of Contents for VM Lab Mixer

Page 1: ...1 We don t just sell machines we provide service VM Lab Mixer User Manual...

Page 2: ...any retrieval system of any nature without prior permission except for fair dealing under the Copyright Designs and Patents Act 1988 or in accordance with the terms of license issued by the Copyright...

Page 3: ...ons Avoid wearing loose jewelry to prevent machine entanglement Contain long hair to prevent machine entanglement Wear safety goggles Wear disposable latex rubber gloves Wear a hairnet food grade prod...

Page 4: ...an emergency during operation immediately unplug the VM Lab Mixer and or push the Emergency Stop button Prop 65 Statement for CA Residents Based on LFA s current level of knowledge of our machines the...

Page 5: ...lled and therefore have determined that the end user must install the machine in a way that is appropriate and safe for its use Once the machine has been installed it is critical that you conduct a sa...

Page 6: ...deo Chat Phone 10 LFA Articles 10 LFA Videos 10 Installation 11 Tools and Materials Needed 11 The Appropriate Workstation for the Machine 11 Positioning the VM Lab Mixer 13 Controls 14 Settings and Ad...

Page 7: ...7 VM Lab Mixer Components 1 Feeder Points 2 Bushing 3 Discharge Chute 4 Hopper 5 Control Console 1 2 3 4 5...

Page 8: ...8 VM Lab Mixer Electrical Components 1 Start machine operation 2 Stop machine operation 3 Operate machine in small increments 4 Emergency stop 5 Set operation time 1 2 3 4 5...

Page 9: ...mount of time Ideal for small businesses R D departments and universities the VM Lab Mixer s compact floor plan makes it an accessible machine in the work area when compared to larger more obtrusive m...

Page 10: ...ou prefer LFA can provide training via phone for all customers who call the office To set up a training call or email your local LFA office UK Phone 44 01869 250234 Email support uk lfamachines com Ta...

Page 11: ...r beard net food grade products only Sterile shoe covers food grade products only The Appropriate Workstation for the Machine The floor on which the machine is to be placed must support the VM Lab Mix...

Page 12: ...b Mixer READ BEFORE INSTALLATION Depending on local health and safety laws the VM Lab Mixer may be required to be installed in a cage A risk assessment is required to be conducted before installation...

Page 13: ...oots Instructions 1 Wrap the lifting strap around the VM Lab Mixer s base and top 2 Attach the lifting strap to the engine hoist pallet jack 3 Carefully raise the VM Lab Mixer and guide it to the desi...

Page 14: ...Hopper contains the powder that is mixed The Discharge Chute allows the mixed powder to be expelled from the Hopper The Main Cam Drive Shaft connects the Hopper to the main base of the machine The VM...

Page 15: ...l through one of the Feeder Point s inlets Rotating the Hopper to Mix the Powder After the Hopper is filled with powder the machine is set to run a certain amount of time Once the machine is turned on...

Page 16: ...ss 1 Place the measuring apparatus onto the scale 1 1 Note Ensure that the scale displays zero 2 Fill the measuring apparatus with powder to the top 2 1 Note Ensure not to tap down or disturb the powd...

Page 17: ...ear latex rubber gloves and appropriate food grade attire if applicable during this process 1 Remove one of the Hopper s feeder point clamps by loosening its thumb screw and remove the feeder point s...

Page 18: ...bber gloves for food grade products and to protect hands from grease Hairnet and or beard net food grade products only Sterile shoe covers food grade products only Instructions Note Wear latex rubber...

Page 19: ...chine is not used for more than a week cover it with a plastic sheet Lubrication Regularly greasing your machine is vital to prolonging its operational life Parts that are not greased properly can mak...

Page 20: ...20 2 Inspect the Gearbox s oil window on its side and see if the oil is below the minimum line If it is top it up with 460 Grade Worm Oil...

Page 21: ...Bushing that connects the Hopper to the VM Lab Mixer s base Apply grease in the following situations 1 After every 100 hours of use 2 after a deep clean or 3 if returning to use the machine after a pr...

Page 22: ...tabletpresses com warranty If your part is eligible for warranty have your part s serial number on hand and please contact LFA UK Phone 44 01869 250234 Email support uk lfamachines com Taiwan Phone 88...

Page 23: ...via the Gearbox Overtime this will lose some of its tension and wear causing the belt to slip which affects the mixer s ability to handle the maximum weight capacity Bushing Each VM Lab Mixer will ha...

Page 24: ...ducts only Sterile shoe covers food grade products only WARNING To prevent any potential personal injury ALWAYS unplug the VM Lab Mixer from the electrical outlet when replacing parts Instructions Not...

Page 25: ...ructions Note Wear latex rubber gloves and appropriate food grade attire if applicable during this process Remove the Timer 1 Loosen the screws on the top panel with a crosshead screwdriver to remove...

Page 26: ...26 Replace the Timer 4 Insert the new Timer into the machine 5 Clip the new Timer onto the machine s wiring 6 Place the top panel back on the base and resecure its screws with a crosshead screwdriver...

Page 27: ...solids different particle sizes by granulating or milling the powder before mixing Knocking sounds coming from machine The V Belt is loose Tighten the V Belt Parts may be loose Check the machine s par...

Page 28: ...gloves Bowl of warm soapy water nothing abrasive 3 clean cloths Potable water Hairnet and or beard net food grade products only Sterile shoe covers food grade products only Instructions Note Wear lat...

Page 29: ...ifficult to remove debris 7 Dry the Hopper immediately after it is cleaned and rinsed 8 Sanitize the Hopper with a clean cloth Clean the Base 9 Spray the outside and inside of the VM Lab Mixer base wi...

Page 30: ...specified in lubrication schedule Level 4 Wet clean and re lubricate if specified in lubrication schedule Remove from machine Take part out of machine and clean if required Store it correctly or inst...

Page 31: ...to protect hands from lubricant Hairnet and or beard net food grade products only Sterile shoe covers food grade products only Instructions Note Wear latex rubber gloves and appropriate food grade att...

Page 32: ...ive ingredient in the drug product Hopper The v shaped container in which powder is mixed Binding agent See excipient Excipient An inactive substance that serves as the vehicle or medium for a drug or...

Page 33: ...ge of 2 L 10 L and 15 L Input and Output Gaskets The Input Gaskets are a rubber seals that are located on top of the Hopper and around the feeder points Timer The Timer is a numerical dial that can be...

Page 34: ...3 Approximate working capacity volume 0 8 1 2 L 0 03 0 04 ft3 5 6 8 4 L 0 2 0 3 ft3 6 9 L 0 21 0 23 ft3 Agitation speed r min 28 Average mixing time min 6 8 USA Power 0 37 kW 1 phase 110 V UK Power 0...

Page 35: ...ng sounds If heard stop operation and inspect the VM Lab Mixer s interior Occasionally check the Motor s temperature If it starts to overheat turn off the machine let it cool down and grease it to ens...

Page 36: ...36 VM Lab Mixer Electrical Diagram Diagrams Lorem ipsum Drawing Name Product Name Version Provided By LFA Machines www lfamachines com VM Lab Mixer Electrical Diagram VM Lab Mixer 1 0...

Page 37: ...agram 2 Diagrams Lorem ipsum Start light Delayed stop Contactor Inching light Stop light Start Stop Drawing Name Product Name Version Provided By LFA Machines www lfamachines com VM Lab Mixer Electric...

Page 38: ...38 VM LMH 2 Dimensions 783 Lorem ipsum 75 350 00 683 604 404 378 Drawing Name Product Name Version Provided By LFA Machines www lfamachines com VM LMH 2 Dimensions VM Lab Mixer 1 0...

Page 39: ...39 VM LMH 10 Dimensions 973 Lorem ipsum 75 550 00 683 604 404 378 Drawing Name Product Name Version Provided By LFA Machines www lfamachines com VM LMH 10 Dimensions VM Lab Mixer 1 0...

Page 40: ...40 VM LMH 15 Dimensions 1030 Lorem ipsum 75 610 00 683 604 404 378 Drawing Name Product Name Version Provided By LFA Machines www lfamachines com VM LMH 15 Dimensions VM Lab Mixer 1 0...

Page 41: ...forts To watch our videos visit https www youtube com channel UCwtbcwja77ai7vX2o34FUkQ LFA Machines Social Media Social media is a great way to keep yourself updated on new developments and exciting t...

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