Rhein-Nadel Automation GmbH
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VT-MA-SRC 160-800-EN_2019 / 20.03.2019 SJ
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Safety directives
We have taken great care in design and manufacture of our vibratory feeder in order to ensure smooth and safe oper-
ation. You, too, can make an important contribution towards safety at work. We therefore ask you to read the operating
instructions completely prior to commissioning the system. Observe the safety directives at all times!
Make sure that all persons working with or at the equipment also read the following safety directives carefully and fol-
low them!
These Operating Instructions only apply to the equipment types indicated on the cover page.
Notice
This hand indicates useful tips for operation of the vibratory feeder.
Attention
This warning triangle indicates safety notices. Non-observance of such warnings may cause serious injury
or even death.
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Make sure that protective earthing of the power supply system is in perfect condition!
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Never operate the vibratory feeder without guards and cover panels in place!
Intended use
The intended use of the vibratory feeder is the driving of sorting systems. They serve for linear transfer as well as cor-
rectly oriented and metered supply of bulk products.
Any other use, for example as vibrating screen or for material inspection applications, is considered contrary to intend-
ed use.
Intended use also includes observance of the operating instructions and compliance with the maintenance rules.
For the technical data for your vibratory feeder please refer to the table 'Technical Data' (Section 1). Make sure that
the ratings of the vibratory feeder, control system and power supply are compatible.
Notice
Operate the vibratory feeder in perfect condition only.
Never operate the vibratory feeder in areas subject to explosion hazards or in wet areas.
Operate the vibratory feeder only in the configuration of drive unit, control unit and bowl agreed with the manufacturer.
The vibratory feeder must never be subjected to any loads other than the products to be handled for which this special
type has been rated and dimensioned.
Attention
It is strictly forbidden to disable any guards or safety devices!
Equipment user's duties
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Observe the directives given in the operating instructions for any kind of work (operation, maintenance, repairs,
etc.).
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Refrain from any working practice that affects the safety at the vibratory feeder.
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Make sure that only authorised personnel work at the vibratory feeder.
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Give immediate notice to the management of any changes that have occurred on the vibratory feeder affecting
safety.
Attention
The vibratory feeder must be installed, put into operation and maintained by professional person-
nel only.
Observe the legally binding provisions for the qualifications of qualified electrical workers and
instructed workers as defined by standards IEC 364 and DIN VDE 0105, part 1.
Notice
Electrical protection is provided by RNA's controller.