Laarmann LMMG100 Manuel utilisateur
LMMG100 MORTAR GRINDER
USER MANUAL
Laarmann Group B.V.
Op het Schoor 6
6041 AV
Netherlands
www.laarmann.eu
webshop.laarmann.eu
+31 6 23 40 00 33
Please read this manual thoroughly before initial commissioning, and comply with the safety
instructions!
The operating manual contains important information for operation, maintenance, Care and safety of
the machine to guarantee the best possible preservation of your Investment.
Subject to changes in design, features and accessories in the interests of on-going developments. It
is therefore not possible to derive any claims from the data, illustrations and descriptions contained
in the manual.
Subject to errors.
LMMG100 MORTAR GRINDER MANUAL
1Foreword
Contents Page
1 Foreword
1.1 Supplied technical documentation 5
1.2 Serial number 5
2 Description and proper usage of the Mortar Grinder
2.1 Description and proper use of the Mortar Grinder 6
2.2 Improper usage 6
3 Safety instructions
3.1 General safety regulations 7
3.2 Safety symbols 7
3.3 Safety clothing 7
3.4 Requirements made of the operating staff 8
3.5 Initial commissioning 8
3.6 Cleaning 8
3.7 Maintenance 8
4 Electrical equipment of the Mortar Grinder
4.1 Electrical safety 9
4.2 Electrical connection 9
5 Transport and erection of the Mortar Grinder
5.1 General transport information 9
5.2 Weights and dimensions, 9
5.3 Transport, Erection and assembly 10
5.4 Erection site 10
5.5 Removing the preservative 10
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6 Electrical connection
6.1 Connection 10
6.2 Starting-up of the Mortar Grinder 10
7 Operating the Mortar Grinder
7.1 Control elements and their use 11
7.2 Mortar grinder part functions 12
7.3 Switching the Mortar Grinder ON and Off 13
7.4 Inserting / replacing the Mortar and Pestle 13
7.5 Program Settings 14
8 Working instructions for operators
8.1 Selection Guide Mortar and Pestle 15
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1Foreword
5
Congratulations on your purchase of the LAARMANN Mortar Grinder
Only original LAARMANN replacement parts respectively purchased parts complying with the original state may be used.
Guarantee claims are only valid if no changes are made to the original state of the LMMG100 Mortar Grinder. We
assume no liability for damage caused by failure to comply with these instructions or by inappropriate behaviour. This
technical manual may not be duplicated or passed on to third parties, either totally or partially
1.1 Supplied technical documentation
The following documentation was supplied together with the machine:
Operating manual for the Mortar Grinder, including:
CE certificate
1.2 Serial number
The machine number is located on the nameplate. Enter your serial number here:
This machine number must be stated when making any technical inquiries. The nameplate is located on the back of the
machine.
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2Description and proper use of Mortar Grinder
2.1 Description and proper use of the Mortar Grinder
This Mortar Grinder is intended for
• Dry Grinding / Wet Grinding / Ultra Fine Grinding / Cryogenic Grinding
• Laminar Blending / Liquid-Liquid Dispersion
• Mechanical Alloying
• Cell disruption for DNA / RNA extraction
• The MG100 can handle samples up to 200 ml
The Mortar Grinder consists essentially of a powerful drive with driven Mortar Plate. It can be loaded with various Mortar
and pestle combinations.
2.2 Improper usage
The Mortar Grinder is designed to be used with properly fitted Mortar and Pestle always made of the same
material. If any other kinds of material are fed into the machine, this can cause major accidents or damage
to the Mortar Grinder.
Pestle
Mortar
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3Safety instructions
3.1 General safety instructions
The Mortar Grinder has been manufactured using state-of-the-art engineering and technology and complies with the
valid safety requirements of EU directive 98/37/EG on the point in time of delivery.
The original state of the machine may not be changed. Safety devices may not be changed, removed or bridged. All
maintenance and repair work may only be carried out by qualified staff when the machine is at a standstill and
disconnected from the power supply.
3.3 Safety clothing
The operating staff at the machine must always use the personal safety gear prescribed by law and provided by the
employer. We recommend using safety gloves, working shoe’s and a face mask when working with dangerous material.
3.2 Safety symbols
Failure to comply with the sections of text marked in this way result in danger. Injuries are possible. Damage
to the mill and accessories is possible, special care is required.
This symbol marks instructions for correct execution of certain jobs of work, e.g. that the work may only be
carried out by an electrician.
Symbol for supplementary information and remarks.
3.4 Requirements made of the operating staff
The staff responsible for operating and maintaining the machine must be trained and suitable for these jobs of work. Precision
and safety in machine checks must be guaranteed. The responsible staff must have read and understood this operating
manual.
There is an added risk of accidents during maintenance and servicing work. This is why all jobs of work must be carried out
with the machine at a standstill by experienced and skilled staff capable of taking the LAARMANN safety precautions for major
maintenance work.
The machine may only be operated, maintained and repaired by trained staff. In particular, these people must have read and
understood the complete operating manual in the interests of all those involved. This is the only way to guarantee safe, trouble
free operation.
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3.5 General safety instructions
3.6 Safety clothing
Observe the same safety precautions as for maintenance! Switch off the Mortar Grinder before cleaning,
safeguard the main switch. Do not use corrosive, easily flammable substances as cleaning agents.
Only switch the Mortar Grinder on when the easy clamp system is tightened properly
Bring the Mortar Grinder Mill directly to its operating position.
Check every month:
- State and proper function of the easy clamp system. Check O-rings
- Functions of the limit switches (only by the company electrician)
- Condition of the Mortar and the pestle.
3.7 Maintenance
To be carried out only by qualified staff (see also 3.4). Wear safety gloves. Switch machine off. After
maintenance, fit all the safety devices back in their correct positions and check that they function properly.
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The electrical connection should generally be carried out by an electrician. The works guarantee becomes null and void when
the motors are mounted by the customer.
The motors are connected up according to the operating manual of the motor manufacturer.
4.1 Maintenance
In the case of malfunctions, interrupt the power supply immediately and secure it to prevent the machine
being switched on again. Only use the fuses stated in the circuit diagram. Connection, maintenance and
servicing should only be carried out by an electrician.
4 Electrical equipment of the Mortar Grinder
4.2 Electrical connection
Operating voltage: 230 V/50Hz +/- 10%
Max power consumption: 200W
Enclosure: IP 54
Storage temperature: +5°C - +45°C
Working temperature: +15°C - +40°C
Installation Height: max. 2000 m above sea level
5 Transport and erection of the Mortar Grinder
5.1 General transport information
Guarantee or compensation claims are null and void when the damage has been caused by improper transport or improper
handling. Examine the Mortar Grinder for any signs of transport damage immediately after transport, have any such damage
acknowledged in writing by the carrier, inform the insurance company and the supplier.
5.2 Weight and dimensions
Mortar Grinder dimensions:
1 carton with Inlay / on Pallet 700x750x700mm
Total gross weight: 52 kgs for transport (with steel mortar and pestle)
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5.3 Erection and assembly
Check as follows:
• Check all fixing screws
• Check all safety fasteners, and remove any foreign bodies from the Milling chamber.
Check electric system (only by an electrician)
• Operating voltage using a voltmeter
• Electrical fuses
• Check electric cables for any signs of damage
• Check connections
• Connect up the machine according to the circuit diagram.
• Check proper position of Mortar and Pestle
6.1 Connection
These jobs of work may only be carried out by qualified staff. The connections must be completed carefully.
Errors can pose a mortal danger. The connection regulations of the responsible power utility company must
be observed.
5.4 Erection site
The machine can be easily moved within the laboratory or the workshop.
The following points must be observed at the erection site of the machine:
• A constant temperature must be guaranteed. It should not be under +5°C or above +40°C.
• The humidity may not exceed 85% continuously.
• The main switch of the Mortar Grinder must be freely accessible.
5.5 Taking the Mortar Grinder into storage.
The Mortar Grinder is to be stored in a dry room. Protect from the damp, from a corrosive atmosphere and from
temperatures below +5°C and above +45°C.
6 Electrical connection
When connecting the machine to your local power supply source please pay attention to the information on the sticker at the
rear of the machine showing the technical information.
6.2 Starting up the Mortar Grinder
Only start the Mortar Grinder with properly inserted Mortar and Pestle.
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