User Manual

Hammer mill
(types 700 GD and 1400 GD)

V04a 12-2019
 IMPORTANT:

Operating and technical personnel must be completely familiar with the contents of this manual!

IMPORTANT:
Spare parts can only be ordered with the order form (Chapter 9).
Copy the ‘FB. no’ from the identification plate on your machine to the order form.

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INDEX

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................... 4
1.1. General ..................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.1. Design ....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.2. Manual ....................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.3. Warranty .................................................................................................................................... 4
1.1.4. Conventions................................................................................................................................ 5
1.2. Conditions of use....................................................................................................................... 5
1.2.1. Intended use .............................................................................................................................. 5
1.2.2. Professional knowledge ................................................................................................................ 5
1.2.3. Sound pressure ........................................................................................................................... 5
1.3. Environment.............................................................................................................................. 5
1.4. Guarantee ................................................................................................................................. 5
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................... 6
2.1. Signs on the machine ................................................................................................................ 7
2.2. Location on the machine. ......................................................................................................... 7
2.3. Identification plate .................................................................................................................... 8
2.3.1. Appearance of the identification plate ............................................................................................. 8
2.3.2. Location on the machine............................................................................................................... 8
2.4. Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................................... 9
3. DESCRIPTION .................................................................................................................................. 10
3.1. Machine overview ..................................................................................................................... 10
3.1.1. Mill ............................................................................................................................................ 10
3.1.2. Rotor and hammers .................................................................................................................... 10
3.1.2.1. 700GD Hammer mill .................................................................................................................. 11
3.1.2.2. 1400GD Hammer mill ................................................................................................................ 11
3.1.2.3. Direction of rotation ................................................................................................................... 12
3.1.3. Screens...................................................................................................................................... 13
3.1.4. Electronical components ............................................................................................................... 13
3.2. Control overview ....................................................................................................................... 14
3.2.1. Control panel .............................................................................................................................. 14
4. INSTALLATION................................................................................................................................. 15
4.1. Transportation .......................................................................................................................... 15
4.2. Hoisting and lifting .................................................................................................................... 15
4.3. Machine foundation ................................................................................................................... 15
4.4. General dimensions and free space (‘) around machine........................................................... 16
4.4.1. GD 700 Hammer Mill .................................................................................................................... 16
4.4.2. GD 700 Hammer mill with screen exchange .................................................................................... 16
4.4.3. GD1400 Hammer Mill ................................................................................................................... 17
4.4.4. GD1400 Hammer Mill with screen exchange .................................................................................... 17
4.5. Connection conditions ............................................................................................................... 17
4.5.1. EU countries ............................................................................................................................... 17
4.5.2. Other countries ........................................................................................................................... 17
4.5.3. Compressed air unit ..................................................................................................................... 18
4.6. Connection electrical installation .............................................................................................. 18
4.7. Alignment of the coupling ......................................................................................................... 19
4.8. Installation checks .................................................................................................................... 19
5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................................................ 20
5.1. Start the production .................................................................................................................. 20
5.2. Stop the production................................................................................................................... 20
5.3. Emergency stop......................................................................................................................... 20
6. MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................. 21
6.1. Maintenance schedule operator ................................................................................................. 21
6.2. Description of specific maintenance, done by operators ............................................................ 21
6.2.1. Hammers ................................................................................................................................... 22
6.2.1.1. Rotate the hammers .................................................................................................................. 22
6.2.1.2. Exchange or replace hammers..................................................................................................... 23
6.2.2. Screens- Manual screen exchange ................................................................................................. 24
6.2.3. Screens - Automatic screen exchange ............................................................................................ 24
6.2.4. Coupling - wear indicator .............................................................................................................. 25
6.3. Maintenance by technical personnel .......................................................................................... 25
6.3.1. Maintenance schedule technical personnel ...................................................................................... 26
6.3.2. Lubrication ................................................................................................................................. 26
7. TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................................... 27
8. PARTS LIST ...................................................................................................................................... 28
9. ORDER FORM FOR SPARE PARTS ...................................................................................................... 29

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. General
The Van Aarsen hammer mill has been designed to grind raw materials for animal feed. The machine grinds grain
into meal with a hammer system.

1.1.1. Design
Grinding process: the product is introduced through the feeding device. The feeding device above the hammer mill
ensures a controlled supply of raw materials to the hammer mill.
Potential pollutants in raw materials, such as magnetic parts (ferro parts) are separated from raw materials, which
will reduce the likelihood of screen breakage in the hammer mill.
IMPORTANT:
Maximum dimensions of input material:
• Standard feed components Ø20 x 20 mm
• Feeding device: non feed components (e.g. concrete, wood, ferro & non-ferro) Ø20 x 20 mm*
• Feeding device+Heavy Parts Separator: non feed components (e.g. concrete, wood, plastic, ferro &
non-ferro) Ø35 x 60 mm

* = The standard feeding device L/R - HM 700/1400GD can’t separate non-ferro parts e.g. wood, plastics, stainless steel, etc.

The product is broken in the hammer mill by the rotating hammers and crushed against the break plates. The
collision of the hammers and the break plates grinds the grains into a meal that passes through the screens.
Via an opening at the bottom of the hammer mill the powder is transported to the next process.

The constructional types are shown in Figure 1.1 and 1.2.

Figure 1.1: 700 GD Figure 1.2: 1400 GD

1.1.2. Manual
This manual is intended for operators and service technicians. It must always be available, during the complete life-
cycle of the machine. This manual must stay with the machine when it is sold to a third party.

1.1.3. Warranty
Van Aarsen guarantees the product only for the purpose for which it is intended. Any misuse or alteration
invalidates the warranty.
• Read this manual carefully before operating the product;
• Only use Van Aarsen spare parts.

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1.1.4. Conventions
The following signs are used in this manual:

Warning or caution: Risk of personal injury, loss of life or a risk of damage to the machine.

Risk of electric shock.

Additional information.

1.2. Conditions of use

1.2.1. Intended use

The hammer mill is a machine intended for building into a larger entity. This larger entity may be a compound
animal feed factory or a so-called ‘larger machine’. Only after the hammer mill has been built into the entity, it
becomes a complete machine.
IMPORTANT
The hammer mill is designed to be used within a compound feed factory. It can process raw materials,
i.e. compound feed components, with a maximum size of Ø20 x 20 mm.
We advise to use the Van Aarsen 700 GD and 1400 GD hammer mill in combination with a Van Aarsen
feeding device, to obtain the best possible efficiency in grinding process and return of investment.

The hammer mill is a machine that functions without local operation, it merely has to be switched on and it starts
operating.
When the machine is not built into a larger system and the inlet and/or outlet are not shielded off, the user is
responsible for application of safety measurements. NEN EN ISO 14121/ NEN EN ISO 12100.
The machine must be lubricated according to the lubrication and maintenance conditions (refer to Chapter 6).
All technical checks and inspections must be done by qualified technical personnel. If the assembly conditions are
followed the machine will operate in a maintenance-friendly manner.

1.2.2. Professional knowledge

To mechanically install and electrically connect the machine professional knowledge is required. The training level
required for technical personnel (fitter) is the equivalent of a secondary technical education or knowledge and
experience gained equivalent to this.
For operating personnel the training requirements of the employer will do.

1.2.3. Sound pressure

The machine is intended for building into a complex installation, and this machine may not be brought into use
until it conforms to the fundamental requirements of the machine directive. Persons who have responsibility for the
entire installation must take sufficient measures against the sound pressure emitted when required.

1.3. Environment
At the end of its working life dispose the machine in conformation with the regulations in your country.

1.4. Guarantee
Van Aarsen guarantees the delivered equipment for a period of 1 year after putting into operation/commissioning,
based on working days of 8 hours, but no longer than 18 months after shipment from Panheel, the Netherlands.
There is under no circumstance, guarantee provided for defects caused entirely or partly due the following:
• Non-compliance with the operation and maintenance instructions or with normal usage;
• Normal wearing;
• Assembly/installation or repair being carried out by a third party or by Buyer;
• Application of non-original parts;
• Materials, operating procedures and constructions being altered under explicit instruction from the Buyer.

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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The machine is provided with a number of safety devices:

• Pictograms (Chapter 2.1);
• Do not remove a part of the fixed cover of the drive for the hammer mill. The drive for the hammer mill is
provided with a coupling; the moving and dangerous parts of the drive are screened off with a closed cover.
A pictogram must be present on the fixed screening which indicates that moving parts are present behind the
fixed screening (refer to Figure 2.1) .
• Operation panel with emergency button (3.2.1).

Never circumvent the safety protection in order to prevent serious injury!

WARNING
• Strong magnetic field
• Exposure to high levels of electromagnetic fields can affect the central nervous system of the body,
and are particularly dangerous to people with heart problems and pacemakers. Persons with medical
implants, stay back 30 cm (12 inch)!
• To avoid damage, keep magnetic media such as computer disks, credit cards and tapes away.

CAUTION
• Always use Van Aarsen spare parts.
• Do not cover signs or other markings on the machine and make sure that they remain readable.
• Always obey the safety regulations that apply in your country to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock
and personal injury.
• Keep the work area clean.
• To prevent dust explosion, all machines must be kept clean. Use good housekeeping throughout the
feed mill, to prevent build-up of dust.
• Make sure that the work place is safe.
• Guard against electric shock.
• Do a regular check for damaged parts.
• Always wear protective head wear, ear protectors, footwear and gloves suitable for safe operation of
the machine. The protective clothing must not interfere with safe operation of the machine or restrict
the ability to communicate with co-workers.
To protect your respiratory system against irritation and/or infections you must wear a fine-dust
mask during maintenance and cleaning activities.
During cleaning activities and in the neighborhood of running machines, eye protection is mandatory.

• Practice LOTOTO (lockout tagout tryout). This refers to a safety procedure that ensures that
dangerous machines and energy sources are properly isolated, are tagged to indicate they are
isolated and the machines cannot unexpectedly be started up before the completion of maintenance
or servicing work.
• Never circumvent the safety protection in order to prevent serious injury!
• Always work with at least one colleague.

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 2.1. Signs on the machine
Safety, warning, and information signs are attached to the machine to provide general and safety information.

1 Risk of being injured by rotating parts

2 User & installation manual

3 Identification plate (Figure 2.3 / 2.4)

2.2. Location on the machine.

The signs are placed on the machine as shown in Figure 2.1a and 2.1b. If one of these pictograms is not present,
you must report this to the appropriate person at your company as soon as possible. When a pictogram has
disappeared in the course of time, it must be replaced as soon as possible.

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Figure 2.1 Figure 2.2

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2.3. Identification plate
The identification plate is provided with specific information:
• Type: Machine type. In case of a hammer mill, ‘HMO <type>’ is filled in.
• FB. No: Production order number
• Date: Year of production

2.3.1. Appearance of the identification plate

The CE marking and the ATEX marking (when applicable) are printed on this plate.

Figure 2.3: Figure 2.4:

Identification plate CE marking Identification plate CE and ATEX marking

2.3.2. Location on the machine

The identification plate is located as indicated in Figure 2.1: 3.

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2.4. Declaration of Conformity

Declaration of Conformity

Originally written in English and in compliance with NEN-EN-ISO 17050-1:2010

Manufacturer:
Van Aarsen International B.V.

Heelderweg 11
6097 EW Panheel
The Netherlands

Tel: +31 (0) 475 579444

Fax: +31 (0) 475 579223
Web: www.aarsen.com
E-mail: info@aarsen.nl

Description of product:

Hammer mill type 700 GD and 1400 GD

The Van Aarsen hammer mill type 700 GD and 1400 GD are designed by Van Aarsen to grind raw materials for
animal feed. It grinds the raw material, such as grain, into meal.
The best possible efficiency in grinding process and return of investment will be obtained when the Van Aarsen 700
GD and 1400 GD hammer mill are used in combination with a Van Aarsen feeding device.

The above mentioned product which accompanies this declaration is in conformity with EU Directives:

2006/42/EG Machinery Directive

2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
2014/34/EU Atex 114

Additional information:
• The hammer mill may only be installed by professional assemblers who are familiar with the requirements for
safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility.
• It must not be put into service until the relevant production line into which it is to be incorporated has been
declared in conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive.

Panheel, November 06, 2019

Van Aarsen International bv

Managing and Statutory Director
H.A.J.M. Derckx

This version replaces all previous versions.

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3. DESCRIPTION

3.1. Machine overview

A
B

C
G
D
F
E

Figure 3.1

A Feeding device (for more D Screens

information refer to the separate E Mill rotor compartment
user manual) F Screen clamp device
B Door(s) G Automatic screen exchange (optional). For more information refer to
C Motor the separate service manual - automatic screen exchange.

3.1.1. Mill
(Figure 3.2)
The mill encloses a steel rotor (H) that is turned around inside the mill by an electric motor.
The hammer mill 700GD contains one door (F) (two doors optional).
The hammer mill 1400GD contains two doors (four doors optional).
The screens are replaceable.

Figure 3.2

3.1.2. Rotor and hammers

(Figure 3.3 + 3.4) The rotor is composed of plates. The plates are kept in place with distance sleeves and are
placed over the rotor shaft. The plates and sleeves are held together with an axel nut.

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3.1.2.1. 700GD Hammer mill

Shaft nut
Shaft
Plates
Hammers

8 hammers

Figure 3.3: The periphery of the 700GD rotor has 8 rows of hammers

3.1.2.2. 1400GD Hammer mill

16 hammers

Figure 3.4: The periphery of the 1400GD rotor has 16 rows of hammers. Each row has 15 hammers per grinding
chamber. 8 rows per grinding chamber.

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(Figure 3.5) The hammer mill can rotate in two directions (3.1.4.3). Both hammer edges can be used (1) + (2),
before the hammers have to be turned around.

Then also these both hammer edges can be used (3) + (4), before the hammers must be replaced. Refer to
Chapter 6.2.1 and 6.2.2.

Figure 3.5: use all sides of the hammer

3.1.2.3. Direction of rotation

For the direction of rotation refer to Figure 3.6 (hand operated) and 3.7 (pneumatically operated).
A=rotation of the rotor is counter-clockwise
B= rotation of the rotor is clockwise

Figure 3.6: hand operated

Figure 3.7: pneumatically operated

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3.1.3. Screens
(Figure 3.8) The screens (A) are replaceable and the perforation size of the screen can differ, depending on usage.

The screens can be changed when the rotor is still running and there is no product in the feeding device.
The screens cannot be changed when there is product in the mill rotor compartment.

Change the screens (6.2.2).

Figure 3.8 Figure 3.9

(Figure 3.9) The hammer mill is protected. The door cannot be opened while the mill is in operation. This protection
is linked to a timer or a standstill indicator (option).

The door has a switch to prevent the hammer mill from being switched on when the door is open.

Figure 3.10: door unlocked Figure 3.11: door locked

Open the doors (Figure 3.10 and 3.11): first push the red slide to unlock the doors.

3.1.4. Electronical components

The hammer mill contains several (electrical) components. More information can be found in the separate docu-
ment ‘Functional Description’, Dept. of R&D Automation.

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3.2. Control overview
Because the hammer mill is a machine, intended for building into a larger system, the main control will be done
from a control chamber.

For more information on the main control panel refer to the separate user manual of the control panel.
The machine is provided with a motor specification list.

3.2.1. Control panel

(Figure 3.12) The control panel is not located on the machine and will be installed separately.
A Start
B Emergency stop
C Screen
D Door lock / unlock button. The control indicator in the button illuminates when the door(s) are unlocked.
E Screen lock / unlock button, at both sides of the machine. The control indicator in the button illuminates when
the screen is unlocked.
F Magnet button to clean the magnet. The control indicator in this button illuminates when the magnet cleaning
cycle is on.

The function is mentioned at each button, this can vary for each machine.

Figure 3.12

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4. INSTALLATION

4.1. Transportation
The hammer mill consists of these parts:
• Feeding device.
• Motor & mill rotor compartment.

For transportation the hammer mill / feeding device can be disassembled into the two separate parts.

700 GD 1400 GD Remark / note

Hammer Mill Weight kg ±3200 ±5500 Excl. Drive & Hammers
Hammers kg ±95 ±190 Hammers are shipped separate from HM
Additional weight in case of optional
kg ±1100 ±1700
automatic screen exchange
Weight of drive depends on installed
Drive weight kg ±740 - ±2350
drive power / type of drive
Weight feeding device Refer to user manual Feeding Device

4.2. Hoisting and lifting

Use suitable hoisting and lifting equipment to hoist or lift the machine. Use hoisting belts to lift the machine. Use
the lifting points (A) on the machine to lift it. Refer to Figure 4.1.

A A A A
A A

Figure 4.1

4.3. Machine foundation Floor

REMARK
The machine is attached to the steel
construction by shock absorbers. These Weld at site
absorbers are bolted to the foundation
with the holes present in the side of the
foundation.
ADVICE
Maximum deviation of 1 mm per meter,
up to a maximum of 3 mm for the total
length/width of the hammer mill. Check
the foundation before placing the hammer
mill!

Figure 4.2

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4.4. General dimensions and free space (‘) around machine

4.4.1. GD 700 Hammer Mill

OUTLET

DOOR

‘ ‘ ‘

Figure 4.3

4.4.2. GD 700 Hammer mill with screen exchange

DOOR

‘ ‘ ‘

Figure 4.4

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4.4.3. GD1400 Hammer Mill

OUTLET

DOOR

‘ ‘ ‘

Figure 4.5

4.4.4. GD1400 Hammer Mill with screen exchange

DOOR

‘ ‘ ‘
Figure 4.6

4.5. Connection conditions

4.5.1. EU countries
For countries which have to comply with the CE requirements.
The electrical installation of the machine must be effected in accordance with the legally prescribed national
standards NEN-EN 60204-1:2006.
Each machine must be provided with devices to remove power sources, according to international standard
NEN-EN 1037:1996+A1:2008. These devices have to be clearly visible. They must be able to be locked to prevent
reconnection if it could cause danger to exposed persons.

4.5.2. Other countries

The electrical installation of the machine must be effected in accordance with the legally prescribed national
standards NEN 1010.

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4.5.3. Compressed air unit
The combination hammer mill / feeding device needs a minimum pressure of 6 bar, for safe operation.
The air consumption will be max. 250 ltr/min running under normal conditions. The air consumption is based upon
6 bar air pressure and 8-10 cycles per minute in case of a cleaning cycle. The cleaning cycle will be used once per
15 - 25 batches or after 1.5 hour running of the hammer mill / feeding device.

REMARK
Operating the hammer mill / feeding device with a lower compressed air pressure the 6 bar can result
in unexpected results; movements can’t be finished or movements can suddenly go in the opposite
direction!
If you are running the GD hammer mill together with a Van Aarsen feeding device, the compressed air pressure is
monitored by a sensor. A good operation of the hammer mill is guaranteed if the air pressure is 6 bar or more.
For service and maintenance operation the LOTOTO principle (Chapter 2) can also be used for the combination of
hammer mill and feeding device. Depending on the design of the compressed air unit there will be a manual shut-
off valve (see below) or a ball-valve to shut-off the air pressure.

Figure 4.7 Figure 4.8

Manual shut off valve (manual screen exchange) Manual shut off valve (automatic screen exchange)

4.6. Connection electrical installation

WARNING
• Do not connect the machine electrically without professional knowledge.
• Only authorized technical personnel is allowed to connect the machine.
• The connection of the electrical components has to be done by a certified electronic installer.
• Do not install the machine until you made sure the main switch is set to OFF (position 0).
• The main switch is not located on the machine but on the control panel.
• The standard control voltage is 24 VDC. Other control voltages on request.
• Depending on the type of connection and the function of the motor the motor will connected (directly)
to the grid or a frequency controller.
• Make sure all safety devices function properly. If a safety device does not function (correctly), ask a
certified electronic installer to repair or replace the device.
• A full list with all electrical components is available on request at the Van Aarsen dept. of Technical
Service: via e-mail service@aarsen.com or telephone number 0031 475 579 444.
• The functional description also can be requested if this is needed. Contact the Van Aarsen dept. of
Technical Service: via e-mail service@aarsen.com or telephone number 0031 475 579 444.

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Earth connector

Figure 4.9: position of the earth connector (A) Figure 4.10: correct position of the couplings

4.7. Alignment of the coupling

The hammer mill can be bought without the motor.
After the hammer mill has been installed, check the flexible coupling between the electro motor and the hammer
mill. If necessary, readjust it:

Refer to the separate coupling information:

• In case of a “pin coupling”, refer to the separate instruction card, concerning possible misalignment,
tightening torque and the wear indicator.
• In case of a Winflex, refer to the Winflex manual for more information.

4.8. Installation checks

Before installation:
1. Secure the machine safely.
2. Check the discharge transport of the control box.
3. Check if the air supply works correctly. Minimum air pressure 6 bar (4.5.3).
4. Place the screens.
5. Mount the hammers in the rotor. Every row should have the same amount of hammers.
6. Mount the hammer rows opposite to each other.
7. Check if the rotor can be turned manually.
8. Check if the inlet valve is in the correct position compared to the rotation direction.
9. Check if the indicators on the cylinders work correctly.
10. Close the iron extraction magnet.
11. Check if the distribution cylinder in the feeding device rotates freely.
12. Check if the indicator of the inlet funnel functions correctly.
13. Check the direction of rotation of the feeding roller. As soon as there is material in the feeding chute the
automatic feed control is activated by a signal of the product indicators.

Figure 4.11:
Remove the safety screw (A) from the door lock(s).

Figure 4.11

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5. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
• Always use the prescribed protective resources mentioned in ‘Chapter 2: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS’.
• Warn all concerning personnel.
• Only technical personnel are qualified to do the first start-up.
• The testing of a complete installation and/or factory may only be carried out by Van Aarsen technical
personnel.
• There is a risk that you and your colleagues come into contact with moving parts of the machine.
Work with the greatest care!
• Always work with at least one colleague.

5.1. Start the production

Never make adjustments when the machine is powered up, to prevent danger of getting trapped inside the
machine.
Before start up, make sure that:
• the machine / the installation has no damages or malfunctions;
• all connections (electrical, mechanical, pneumatical) have been made properly;
• the machine / the installation is placed and situated correctly;
• all protective covers (when applicable) have been fitted correctly;
• there are no other sources of danger present
• the safety screw for the door locks is removed (Figure 4.4)

Starting conditions hammer mill:

Make sure that:
• Doors are locked;
• Screens are locked;
• Operating switch is ON;
• Following transport is in operation;
• Air supply is in operation;
• Filter installation is in operation;
• Possible underlying transport is in operation.

The machine is ready for use and the moving parts are protected from causing danger.
Make sure that the raw material is fed regularly and correctly into the machine. The machine gets jammed if the
hammers cannot process a constant flow of raw material.

The connection of the electrical components has to be done by a certified electronic installer.

1. Switch on the main switches of the hammer mill.

2. Adjust the load regulation to a low value of 50%.
3. Feed the product into the funnel. The supply starts automatically. The speed of the feeding roll gradually
increases until the set value is reached.
4. Adjust the load regulation to a higher value of 50-95% when the hammer mill operates correctly.

5.2. Stop the production

The production automatically stops if no product is fed into the supply. To stop the
machine, press the OFF button on the control panel.

• When the motor is shut down the rotor will be rotating for another 15
minutes. The doors cannot be opened until this time is passed or the rotor has
stopped rotating.
• When a frequency controller is applied, the rotor will stop rotating after ± 4
minutes.

5.3. Emergency stop

The button for the emergency stop is situated on the control panel (A in Figure 5.1).

Figure 5.1
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6. MAINTENANCE

WARNING
• Always use the prescribed protective resources mentioned in ‘Chapter 2: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS’.
• Warn operating personnel when the machine is undergoing maintenance. Only technical personnel are
qualified to bring the machine back into use after a repair or inspection.
• Never make adjustments when the machine is powered up, to prevent personal injuries.
• The testing of a complete installation and/or factory may only be carried out by Van Aarsen technical
personnel
• Practice LOTOTO (lockout tagout tryout). This refers to a safety procedure that ensures that
dangerous machines and energy sources are properly isolated, are tagged to indicate they are
isolated and the machines cannot unexpectedly be started up before the completion of maintenance
or servicing work.

The Van Aarsen hammer mill has been designed to operate over a long period of time with a minimum of
maintenance. Continuous operation depends upon proper machine care and regular cleaning and lubrication.

6.1. Maintenance schedule operator

The check frequency depends on the raw material/product/recipe that is used.

Part Check frequency Action

Pictograms Minimum every year Make sure pictograms are visible
Metal collection bin Daily Empty metal collection bin
Hammers Daily Check for wear
Every 100 hours Change rotation direction
Every 200 hours Rotate hammers
Every 400 hours Change hammer
Hammer bolt Daily Check position hammer bolt (6.2.1.1)
Screens Every month Change screens
Feeding device Refer to separate manual for more information
• Check condition
Break plates Every month • When damaged, let the service department renew the
break plates
Break plates Every year Renew break plates
Coupling rotor • Check for leakage
Every month
(Winflex) • Refer to separate manual for more information
• Manually move coupling: check wear indicator and rubber
“Pin coupling” rotor Every month bushes (6.2.4)
• When necessary, exchange bushes
Reductor • Refer to separate manual for more information
• Remove dust, to ensure good cooling
Drive Motors Minimum every month
• See separate motor instructions for further maintenance
Table 6.1

6.2. Description of specific maintenance, done by operators

Do not remove the caps on one of the sides of the hammer mill unless you made sure that the rotor
does not rotate.

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6.2.1. Hammers

Make sure both sides of the hammers (corners 1+2 and 3+4) are worn before you change the hammers.

Change the direction of rotation of the mill if the other side of the hammer is still sharp (Figure 6.1: corner 1 and 2
wear out).
Rotate the hammers. Now corner 3 and 4 can wear out.
Do not change the hammers unless they have been rotated once and all four corners are worn.

Figure 6.1: use all sides of the hammer

6.2.1.1. Rotate the hammers

(Figure 6.2, 6.3 and 6.4)
1. Unlock the door.
2. Remove the cap (A1) fastened to the hammer mill beside the door (only GD1400).
3. Remove the caps (A2) on the door side.
4. Slide the door upwards on one side of the mill rotor compartment.
5. Place the collection bin for the hammers (Figure 6.2).
6. Place all hammers into the same direction

Figure 6.2 Figure 6.3

Figure 6.4

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(Figure 6.3, 6.5, 6.6 and 6.7)
7. Insert the additional hammer bolt (B). Check the position of the hammer bolt (B).
8. See Figure 6.5 and 6.6.
The safety lock (F) must be inside the side plate (I) of the rotor. Press little knob (G) in head of hammer bolt
(H) to release safety lock (F). J=hammer. The safety lock (F) fixes the hammer bolt in place.

J J
I
I
F

H
H
F

Figure 6.5: wrong Figure 6.6: good

9. Remove hammer bolt (E). Press the little knob (G) in the head of the hammer bolt, to release safety lock (F)
and pull the hammer bolt out of the rotor.
10. Rotate the rotor manually to the next hammer row.
11. Repeat the above steps for all hammer rows.
12. In case of a 1400 GD, repeat the above steps for the second rotor compartment.
13. Change/check inlet valve.

6.2.1.2. Exchange or replace hammers

1. Repeat steps 1 to 4 from 6.2.1 to gain access to the rotor compartment.
2. Place the collection bin for the hammers (Figure 6.4).
3. Place the spare hammer bolt half way in the upper hole to prevent the rotor from turning by itself.
4. Remove the hammer bolt from the hammer row that you want to change. The hammers will fall into the
collection bin.
5. Remove the hammers from the collection bin.
6. Insert each hammer in turn.
7. Move the hammer bolt for each hammer until all hammers are in place for that hammer row (15 hammers /
row).
8. Position the hammers in each hammer row as illustrated in the picture (See Chapter 3.1.4).
9. Make sure the hammer rows are aligned in turns: to the right and to the left.
10. Remove the spare hammer bolt from the upper hole to rotate to the next row.

E
B

e 6.7: rotate the hammers

Figure

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6.2.2. Screens- Manual screen exchange
• When a screen is worn or another screen perforation is necessary, the screen has to be changed.
• The screens can be changed when the rotor is still running and there is no product in the feeding
device.
• The machine is automatically protected while the product is being processed. When there is product in
the mill rotor compartment you cannot change the screens.

(Figure 6.8)
1. Press button (A) to unlock the screen(s).
2. Place the screen change tool on the screen (B).
3. Exchange the screen(s) and push them so far, until the screen is completely in the mill.
4. Push the button to clamp the screen(s).

Figure 6.8

WARNING
• Stop the machine.
• Disconnect the fork-end from the lever. The opening push bar of the clamp device can rotate further
to enlarge the opening.
• Remove the screen.

6.2.3. Screens - Automatic screen exchange

The automatic screen exchange replaces all screens in the hammer mill when another screen perforation is needed
or when screens are worn.
The screens of the hammer mill are exchanged fully automatic where different size screens are required, before the
next batch starts. During normal operation no operator is needed to exchange the screens. The screen-cassette can
handle up to three screens, this can be any combination of screens, whichever is desired.

Replace screens on time; screens should be exchanged as a preventive measure. Running the hammer mill with a
(heavily) worn screen will result in inefficient grinding.
In case of excessively worn screens help from an operator may be needed; in case of holes / strong deformation of
screens help of an operator is needed to remove the screens from the hammer mill.

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 WARNING
• Stop the machine.
• Disconnect the fork-end from the
lever. The opening push bar of the
clamp device can rotate further to
enlarge the opening.
• Remove the screen (Figure 6.9). Use
the two large holes to pull the screen
out of the hammer mill. You can use
two hammer bolts as a lever.

For more information concerning the automatic

screen exchange, refer to the Van Aarsen service
manual ‘Adjustment automatic screen exchange
- hammer mill 700 GD/1400 GD’. This manual is
available on request at the Van Aarsen dept. of
Technical Service: via e-mail service@aarsen.com or Figure 6.9
telephone number 0031 475 579 444.

6.2.4. Coupling - wear indicator

V W X X

V = wear indicator on the pin W = correct alignment X = Maximum deviation alignment (to both sides).
coupling coupling Y = Check wear of bushes by moving coupling halve
back and forward.
Z = Bushes are worn: replace all bushes.

Refer to the separate instruction card, concerning possible misalignment and tightening torque “pin coupling”.

6.3. Maintenance by technical personnel

Maintenance that includes removal of fixed screens or covers, or the opening of locked doors or
manholes may only be carried out by technically competent personnel, because of the risk of accidents.

WARNING
• The machine is now undergoing maintenance.
• Inform operating personnel.
• Turn the operating switch to position 0 and fit a padlock, to prevent the machine from inadvertently
being switched on.
• If it is necessary for the machine to operate during the maintenance activities, remember that you
and your colleagues can come into contact with exposed moving parts of the machine. Work with the
greatest care!
• Always work with at least one colleague.

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6.3.1. Maintenance schedule technical personnel

The check frequency depends on the raw material/product/recipe that is used.

Part Check frequency Action

Rotor bearings Every month Renew grease periodically according to the lubrication schedule (6.4)
Feeding device Refer to separate manual for more information
Break plates Every year Renew break plates
Electro motor See separate motor instructions
Reductor See separate reductor instructions
Table 6.2

6.3.2. Lubrication
• Grease nipples are provided on the bearing housings.
• Use Shelll Gadus S2 V100 3 grease for the bearings.
• Use Shell Gadus S2 V220 2 for the Winflex coupling.
• Grease amount for bearing housings: 300-350 g.
• When greasing is automated, check the grease volume in the grease tank and the operation of the
grease pump every week.

WARNING
In a number of cases, where types of grease of seemingly comparable properties were used, damage to
bearings and other components occurred after relatively short periods of operation!

Part Lubrication interval Location / Grease amount Note

Rotor bearings 600 hours 40 g Remove 40 g old grease
(based on operation 1000 hours 40 g Remove 40 g old grease
temperature 70°C)
3000 hours 40 g Remove 40 g old grease
5000 hours 300-350 g Renew grease for each bearing
7500 hours 40 g Remove 40 g old grease
10000 hours 300-350 g Renew grease for each bearing
12500 hours 40 g Remove 40 g old grease
15000 hours 300-350 g. Renew grease for each bearing
17500 hours 40 g Remove 40 g old grease
20000 hours 300-350 g Renew grease for each bearing
Ball joints of the 3 months Few drops of oil
cylinders
“Pin coupling” N.a. N.a. • Check rubber bushes (6.2.4)
• See separate instruction card for
more information
Coupling (Winflex) Every 6 months or • Check for leakage
3000 operation hours • See separate manual for more
information
Drive motor of the See separate motor instructions;
mill appendix maintenance.
Table 6.3

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7. TROUBLESHOOTING

Only technical personnel is allowed to perform troubleshooting.

WARNING
• The machine is now undergoing maintenance.
• Inform operating personnel.
• Turn the operating switch to position 0 and fit a padlock, to prevent the machine from inadvertently
being switched on.
• If it is necessary for the machine to operate during the maintenance activities, remember that you
and your colleagues can come into contact with exposed moving parts of the machine. Work with the
greatest care!
• Always work with at least one colleague.

Symptom Cause Solutions

The mill rotates, but
there is no material feed.
The mill rotates, but
there is no product
outfeed.
The machine motor has
thermally switched itself
off.
The mill shakes heavily.
The mill makes an
unusual ‘metallic’ sound
The mill produces loud
noises.
Bearing temperature too
hot.
Screen exchange
motor has turned itself
thermally off.
Transport, feeding device or production Make sure that the previous machine in line
component is not switched on.
Transport is not in operation.
Motor has thermally switched itself off.
The machine is not in operation.
Load is set too high.
Sieve perforation is too small.
Filters are obstructed.
Bearings are worn.
Electro motor is burned-out.
Working load is set too high.
Hammer wear.
Incorrect hammer installation.
Coupling is worn.
Misalignment of the coupling.
Coupling is worn.
Debris has entered the mill rotor
compartment.
Hammer bolt rubs frame hammer mill
Bearings are worn.
Too much grease inside the bearing.
Bearings are worn.
Electro motor is burned-out.
is switched on and operates.
Switch on the transport.
Refer to ‘The machine motor has thermally
switched itself off’, below in this table.
Switch on the machine, on the control panel.
Adjust working load.
Change the sieves.
Clean the filters.
Replace bearings.
Replace electro motor.
Adjust working load.
Replace the hammers and the hammer pins.
Install the hammers correctly
(6.2.1.1 / 6.2.1.2)
Replace the coupling buffers.
Re-align according to separate instruction
card.
Replace the coupling buffers (6.4.2).
Remove the debris and check the sieves for
damage.
Check position hammer bolts. Adjust
hammer bolts if necessary (6.2.1.1)
Replace bearings.
Remove an amount of grease (40 gr).
Replace bearings.
Replace electro motor.

Screen can’t be
Deformed screen / holes in screen. Manually remove screen (6.2.2 / 6.2.3).
automatically exchanged.
Problems with automatic
Refer to Chapter 6.2.3.
screen exchange.
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8. PARTS LIST

The separate spare parts list should be available with this user manual. If it is not present, please contact Technical
Sales Service for a custom made spare parts list.

FAX NUMBER: +31 (0)475 579 223

E-MAIL: service@aarsen.com

Please provide Technical Sales Service with the project number, so they can send you a separate, personalized
spare parts document.
Refer to the ‘FB. number’ from the identification plate on your machine (Figure 8.1: highlighted).

Use the order form in Chapter 9 to order your spare parts.

Figure 8.1

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9. ORDER FORM FOR SPARE PARTS

TO : VAN AARSEN INTERNATIONAL B.V.

P.O. BOX 5010
6097 ZG Heel
THE NETHERLANDS

ATTN. : TECHNICAL SALES SERVICE

FAX NUMBER +31 (0)475 579 223
E-MAIL service@aarsen.com

CUSTOMER NUMBER: ...................................................

NAME : .................................................................................................
ADDRESS : .................................................................................................
TOWN : .................................................................................................
COUNTRY : .................................................................................................
TELEPHONE NR. : .................................................................................................
FAX NR. : .................................................................................................

FB NR.: .......................... (see identification plate on your machine)

We request delivery of the following articles:

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