R
OTA
400
Collomix GmbH
D-85080 Gaimersheim
16
Version G 1.5-18
8.
Cleaning, maintenance, and service
It is necessary to check, clean, and service the machine regularly to ensure continuous function.
Unplug the machine from power by pulling the plug before all cleaning, maintenance, and repair
work is done on the machine.
8.1
Cleaning
Remove any spilled mixed compound immediately from the interior of the machine. For this
purpose use a rag or a scraper. Be careful not to damage any connections or sensors.
After cleaning the splash guard, apply a thin film of spray oil in order to avoid any sticking of color
splashes.
Soiled threaded spindles can be cleaned with a rag or a wire brush. The threaded spindles must be
re-lubricated with
Mobilux EP2
after cleaning.
CAUTION
Damage to the machine through dry run ball bearings
If you clean the machine with a high-pressure washer, the lubricant is washed out from the ball
bearings and they run try.
•
Never clean the machine with a high-pressure washer or similar.
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Replace dry-run ball bearings immediately.
8.2
Maintenance
Only qualified personnel may carry out maintenance and repair work. Use only original replacement
parts. If service is required, please consult the customer service or the manufacturer of the machine.
8.2.1
Annual maintenance
Clean the threaded spindles and lubricate with Mobilux EP2.
Check the timing belt for wear and tear. Age conditioned lengthening of the timing belt is
indicated by a twisted clamping plate (10). Elongating can be adjusted by means of the
tensioner, but the timing belt has to be replaced within the next 10 hours of operation.
Check the drive belt for wear and tear and adjust the belt tension if needed.
Check the door lock for wear and tear. Adjust if needed.
Check the clamping plates (3+10) for wear and tear. Replace if needed.
Check backlash of the bevel gear set. Replace if needed.
8.2.2
30,000-cycle service
The timing belt of the mixing unit must be replaced by an authorized service technician every 30,000
mixing cycles but no later than after 1,000 operating hours.
The number of cycles and the operating hours are shown on the LC display of the operating unit
during the initialization after the machine is turned on.
DANGER
Danger of death by dangerous voltage
Do not open the housing or remove any safety equipment of the machine. Please note that all
maintenance and servicing jobs must be left strictly to authorized and suitably trained expert
staff. The proper state of all safety equipment and electrical equipment is to verify and
document after the repair.
Only use original spare parts.
Do not modify or change safety-related parts!
Any additional components added may not impair safety and must be approved by the
manufacturer.
Use of suitable personal protective equipment.
Splash guard
