Operating instructions

Vibratory bowl feeder

SRC-N 160-2
SRC-N 200-2
SRC-B 200-2
SRC-N 250-2
SRC-B 250-2
SRC-N 400-1
SRC-N 400-2
SRHL 400-1
SRHL 400-2
SRC-N 630-1
SRC-N 800-1

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Contents

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Technical data........................... ...............................................................2

Safety instructions....................................................................... ............3

Construction and function of the vibratory bowl feeder.......................4

Transport and mounting........................................................... ...............6

Starting/Adjustment.................................................................. ...............7

Maintenance..............................................................................................9

Stockkeeping of spare parts and after-sales service............ ................9

What to do, if....?........................................................................ ..............10

Instructions for trouble-shooting
Notice
All vibratory bowl feeders listed in the table may only be operated in connection with a RNA
control unit at a mains voltage of 230V/50Hz. Special voltages and frequencies see separate
data sheet.

Technical data

Vibratory bowl feeder type 1)

Dimensions x height[mm]
Weight[kg]
Insulation type
Connecting cable length[m]
Power consumption

2)

Current consumption

[VA]

2)

[A]

Magnet nominal voltage/frequency

[V/Hz]
Number of magnets

2)

Magnet type
Magnet colour
Air gap [mm]
Vibration frequency[Hz/min-1]
Number of spring assemblies
Standard no. of springs
Number per spring assembly
Spring dimensions Length (gauge for
boreholes) x width[mm]
Spring size[mm]
Quality of the spring fastening screws
Tightening torque spring fastening
screws
Max. weight of the oscillating units
depending on the mass moment of
inertia and required running speed
1)

SRC-N 160-2

SRC-N 200-2

SRC-B 200

SRC-N 250-2

SRC-B 250

SRC-N 400-1

157 x 132,5

180 x 165

180 x 165

290 x 215

290 x 215

11

11

40

40

IP54

IP54

IP54

IP54

IP54

1,40

1,40

1,40

0,50

110

240

240

519

0,50
519

440 x 228
103
IP 54
0,5

0,55

1,20

1,20

2,60

2,60

753
3,75

200/50

200/50

200/50

200/50

200/50

200/50

WZAW 040
black
0,3 - 0,5
100/6000
3
3x4

WZUW 080
black
0,4 - 0,5
100/6000
3
3x4

WZUW 080
black
0,4 - 0,5
100/6000
3
3x4

WZAW 060
black
1 - 1,2
100/6000
3
3x6

YZAW 080
red
2,3 - 2,8
50 / 3000
3
3x6
1 Satz Keile

87 (67) x 20

87 (67) x 20

87 (67) x 20

WZAW 060
Black
1 1,2
100/6000
3
1x4
2x3
106 (86) x35

106(86) x 35

1,5

8.8

8.8

8.8

8.8

8.8

25 Nm

25 Nm

25 Nm

100 Nm

100 Nm

100 Nm

2,5 kg

3,5 kg

3,5 kg

13 kg

13 kg

35 kg

139 (116) x 40
2
8.8

The last figure of the type identification shows the Vibration frequency: 1=50Hz (black mains cable), 2=100 Hz (grey mains

ble)

2)

For special voltages (voltage, frequency) see type plate at the magnet

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Vibratory bowl feeder type 1)

Dimensions x height[mm]
Weight[kg]
Insulation type
Connecting cable length[m]
2)

Power consumption [VA]

2)
Current consumption [A]
2)
Magnet nominal voltage [V/Hz]
Number of magnets
Magnet type
Magnet colour
Air gap [mm]
Vibration frequency[Hz/min-1]
Number of spring assemblies
Standard no. of springs
Number per spring assembly
Spring dimensions Length (gauge for
boreholes) x width[mm]
Spring size[mm]
Quality of the spring fastening screws
Tightening moment spring fastening
screws
Max. weight of the oscillating units
depending on the mass moment of
inertia and required running speed
1)

SRC-N 400-2

SRHL 400-1

SRHL 400-2

SRC-N630-1

SRC-N800-1

440 x 228
103
IP54

470 x 249
140
IP54

470 x 249
140
IP54

660 x 225
168
IP54

805 x 315
270
IP54

0,50
786
4,05
200/50
3
WZAW 080
black
1 - 1,2
100/6000
3
2x10
1x9
106 (86) x 35

0,50
1140
5,70
200/50
2
YZUW o9o
red
2 - 2,8
50/3000
6
4x4
2x3
139 (116) x 40

0,50
1060
5,30
200/50
2
WZUW 090
black
1 - 1,5
100/6000
6
5x6
1x5
139 (116) x 40

0,50
1000
5
200/50
4
YZAW 080
red
2,3 - 2,8
50/3000
4
4x8

1,40
1700
8,50
200/50
4
YZUW 090
red
2-3
50/3000
12
12x12

139 (116) x 40

180 (156) x 60
(30)
2

8.8

10.9

10.9

10.9

12.9

100 Nm

120 Nm

120 Nm

120 Nm

145 Nm

35 kg

45 kg

45 kg

50 kg

80 kg

The last figure of the type identification shows the Vibration frequency: 1=50Hz (black mains cable), 2=100 Hz (grey mains

ble)

2)

For special voltages (voltage, frequency) see type plate at the magnet

Pin assignment

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2 Safety instructions
The conception and production of our vibratory
bowl feeders has been carried out very careful, in
order to guarantee a trouble-free and save operation. You too can make an important contribution to
job safety. Therefore, please read this short
operating instruction completely, before starting the
machine. Always observe the safety instructions!
Make sure that all persons working with or at this
machine carefully read and observe the following
safety instructions!
This operating instruction is only valid for the types
indicated on the front page.

Notice

The vibtratory bowl feeder may not be operated in

the explosive or wet area.
No additional loads may act upon the vibratory bowl
feeder, apart from the bulk material, for which the
special type is designed.

Attention
It is strictly prohibited to put any safety
devices out of operation!
Demands on the user
For all activities (operation, maintenance, repair, etc.) the details of the operating instructions must be observed.
The operator has to refrain from any working
method which would impair the safety of the
vibratory bowl feeder.

This hand points to information that

gives you useful tips for the operation
of the vibratory bowl feeder.

The operator has to take care that only authorized personnel works at the vibratory bowl
feeder.

Attention
This warning triangle marks the safety
instructions. Non-observance of these
warnings can result in serious or fatal
injuries!

The operator is obliged to inform the operator

immediately about any changed conditions at
the vibratory bowl feeder, which could endanger safety.

Make sure that the protector ground of the

electric power supply is in perfect condition!
Operation of the vibratory bowl feeder without
trim panel is strictly prohibited!
Proper use
The intended use of the vibratory bowl feeder is the
actuation of sorting machines. These sorting machines are used for sorting and feeding correctly
positioned mass-produced parts, as well as for the
proportioned feeding of bulk material.

Attention
The vibratory bowl feeder may only
be installed, put into operation and
serviced by expert personnel. The
binding regulation for the qualification
of electricians and personnel instructed in electrical engineering is
valid, as defined in IEC 364 and DIN
VDE 0105 part 1.
Noise emission

Using the machine for other purposes than the

above mentioned, eg. as vibrating screen or in material testing, is considered not to be the intended
use.
The intended use also includes the observance of
the operating and servicing instructions.
Please take the technical data of your vibratory
bowl feeder from the table "technical data" (see
chapt 2). Make sure that the connected load of the
vibratory bowl feeder, control unit and power supply
corresponds to each other.

If the noise level at the place of operation exceeds

the limit permitted, noise protection hoods may be
used, which we offer as accessory parts (see catalogue).

Standards and regulations

Notice
The vibratory bowl feeder may only be
operated in perfect condition!

The device was built according to the following

standards and regulations:

The vibratory bowl feeder may only be operated in

the configuration drive unit, control unit and bowl,
as specified by the manufacturer.
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The noise level at the place of operation depends

on the total equipment and the material to be
sorted. The determination of the noise level according to the EC-Regulations "Machinery" can therefore only be carried out at the place of operation.

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EC- Directive Machinery 98/37/EC

EC- Low voltage directive 73/23/EC
EMC- Directive 89/336/EC
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 Applied harmonized Standards

EN 60204, T.1
EN 292, T.1 and T.2
Applied national technical standards
VGB 4
VGB 10
Rheinnadel- Conditions for purchasing
VDE- Standards
VDMA- Conditions of delivery

The vibration frequency of your vibratory bowl

feeder results from the last figure of the type designation:
-1:
-2:

50 Hz - 3000 vibrations/min.
100 Hz - 6000 vibrations/min.

A vibratory bowl feeder is a resonant system

(spring-mass-system). The result is that the adjustment made at the plant will rarely meet your
requirements. Chapter 4 shows how your vibratory
bowl feeder is adapted to your requirements.

3 Construction and function of

the vibratory bowl feeder
Vibratory bowl feeders are used for the actuation of
sorting machines. The actuation takes place by
electromagnets. The following schematic diagram
shows the function of a vibratory bowl feeder:

As accessory parts we are offering a spectrum of

sorting bowls, which cover a wide range of application. For special applications individual problem
solutions can be manufactured.
Controlling of the vibratory bowl feeder takes place
by a low loss electronic control unit. The selection
of the control unit depends on the power consumption of the vibratory bowl feeder. The following table
shows the kind of control units that can be used at
the individual vibratory bowl feeders:
SRC-N 160
SRC-N 200
SRC-B 200
SRC-N 250
SRC-B 250
SRC-N 400
SRC-N 630
SRHL 400
SRC-N 800

A
B
C
D
E
F
G

=
=
=
=
=
=
=

Bowl
Material to be conveyed
Spring assembly
Drive magnet
Armature
Counter-mass
Vibration buffers

The drive magnet D is firmly connected with the

counter-mass F. When current passes the drive
magnet, it exerts power on armature E. The power
is transmitted to bowl A, which is supported by the
spring assembly C. The moving direction of the
bowl is determined by the angle of the spring assemblies.
Owing to the vibrations the material to be conveyed
is shortly lifted off the conveyor belt (track of the
bowl) projecting it carries out little jumps (microprojection). The direction is in a right angle to the level
of the spring assemblies.
The drive magnet achieves its maximum magnetic
force twice during a period of the alternating current. Consequently the vibration frequency corresponds to the double mains frequency.
For heavy sorting installations a lower frequency of
50 Hz can be more advantageous.
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ESK 2000

ESG 90

The control unit of the vibratory bowl feeder is

mounted at the base plate. In case of vibratory bowl
feeders without base plate it is separately packed.
At its front plate the control unit is equipped with a
connector with 7 poles, by which it is connected
with the vibratory bowl feeder.
The pin assignment of the socket is shown in the
table "technical data" on page 1-2 of this operating
instruction.
At the type SRC-N 800 the control unit is separately
delivered.

Notice
Detailed information on the complete
range of control units may please be
taken from the operating instructions
for control units.

All control units have got two main operating elements:

By the mains switch the vibratory bowl feeder
is switched on or off.
By the turning knob the conveying capacity of
the sorting unit is set.
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table "technical data" (see page 1-2).

Attention:
Since the electromaget-field may have an
impact on persons arrying pacemakers it is
recommended to keep a minimum distance of 25 cm.

Attention
During transport persons are not allowed to stay under the vibratory bowl
feeder!

4 Transport and mounting

Mounting

Transport

At the place of operation the vibratory bowl feeder

should be mounted on an especially developed
RNA-frame. When using other frames take care
that they have got a sufficiently hight loading capacity! The frame used must be dimensioned that no
vibrations of the vibratory bowl feeder get lost.

For transport the vibratory bowl feeders are packed

in stable wooden crates. After opening the cover,
first loosen the screws at the bottom of the crate, by
which the vibratory bowl feeder is secured.
For the transport of the vibratory bowl feeder a ring
bolt (M16) is included in the delivery. At this ring
bolt the vibratory bowl feeder can be transported by
means of a suitable lifting equipment to the place
where it is used.

At mounting the vibratory bowl feeder we distinguish three cases:

Vibratory bowl feeders with base plate can be
fastened from the top.
Vibratory bowl feeders without base plate are
fastened at vibration buffers from below (part
G in the general drawing on page 4).

Notice
When unpacking and transporting the
vibratory bowl feeder please observe
the instructions enclosed.
Depending on the construction type of the vibratory
bowl feeder we distinguish the following cases:
At vibratory bowl feeders with non-vibrating
bottom the bottom plate must be lifted off for
screwing down the ring bolt.
At vibratory bowl feeders with resonant (tightly
screwed down) bottom plate the central plug
must be removed for screwing down the ring
bolt.
At sorting bowl types with single-hole mounting
the bowl must be dismounted, in order to
screw down the ring bolt.
At the vibratory bowl feeder SRC-N 800 the
ring bolt can be screwed down after removing
the central plastic cap or the cap nut (M16).

The following table shows the bore hole date of the

various types:
Vibratory bowl
feeder type
SRC-N 160-2
SRC-N 200-2
SRC-B 200-2
SRC-N 250-2
SRC-B 250-2
SRC-N 400-1
SRC-N 400-2
SRHL 400-1
SRHL 400-2
SRC-N 630-1

Hole circle

[mm]
120
130
130
220
220
350
350
350
350
560

Hole circle
angle
[]
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120
3x120

Vibration
buffer thread
M6
M6
M6
M8
M8
M 10
M 10
M 10
M 10
M 10

Table: bore hole data

The standard delivery of type SRC-N 800 includes

a basic frame (see catalogue). This basic frame is
screwed down with screws M10.
Make sure that the vibratory bowl feeder cannot
come into contact with other devices during operation.
Further details on the control unit (bore plan, etc.)
are please taken from the operating instructions of
the control unit separately delivered.

Notice
For operation the ring bolt must be
removed.

Attention
The vibratory bowl feeder may not be
lifted or transported at the sorting unit.
Take care that the vibratory bowl
feeder cannot dash against other
objects during transport.

5 Starting
Preparations

Notice
Make sure before transport that the lifting equipment used has got a sufficient load capacity for the
individual vibratory bowl feeder. The weight of the
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Ensure that the frame ( stand, base,

frame etc.) is connected with the
ground wire. (PE) If necessary, predection earthing on spot should be
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Check, whether
the vibratory bowl feeder stands in an isolated
position and does not come in contact with a
solid body
the sorting bowl is tightly screwed down

Screw off the jacket sheet. Tighten all spring

fastening screws and bowl fastening screws.
Please take the tightening moments of the
spring fastening screws from the technical
data (see table on chap 1-2).
Check, whether the magnets correspond to the
specifications in the technical data.
Measure the magnet-air gap. In case it differs
from the specifications in the technical data,
adjust it correctly.

the connecting cable of the vibratory bowl

feeder is plugged in at the control unit.

Fill the bowl with material to be conveyed.

Switch on the vibratory bowl feeder and set the
turning head to 90% conveying capacity

Attention
The electric connection of the vibratory bowl feeder may only be made by
trained personnel (electricians)! In
case modifications are made at the
electric connection, it is absolutely
necessary to observe the operating
instructions "control units".

Loosen the lower fastening screw at one of the

spring assemblies (approx. 1/4-1/2 rotation).
While the spring fastening screw is loosened, you
can see a change in the conveying speed.

the available supply voltage (frequency, voltage, power delivery) corresponds to the connecting data of the control unit (see type plate
at the control unit).

The following graphic chart shows the resonance

curve of a vibratory bowl feeder:

Plug in the mains cable of the control unit.

Switch on the control unit with the mains switch.

Notice
At vibratory bowl feeders which are
delivered as a completely adjusted
system, the optimal conveying capacity is already set in the factory. It is
marked on the scale of the turning
knob with a red arrow. In this case set
the turning knob to the marking.
The optimal operative range of the vibratory bowl
feeder is at a controller position of 80% at the control unit. In case of higher deviations
(15%) a new adjustment must be made. This
adjustment is described on the following page.

A = Conveying speed
B = Resonance frequency of the system
C = Resonance curve (not true to
scale)
D = Spring power (number of springs)

Adjustment
In the factory the vibratory bowl feeders are approximately adjusted to standard sorting bowls
(without sorting element).

Notice

In order to guarantee an optimal sorting behaviour,

the vibratory bowl feeder must be adjusted to the
concrete operating conditions.
The adjustment is made by adding or removing leaf
springs and washers.
First check, whether the right control unit (frequency, voltage, power supply, see table on chap
1) has been connected.
Carry out the following steps:

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The resonant frequency of the vibratory bowl feeder may not correspond
to the mains frequency.
In case the conveying capacity decreases after
loosening the spring fastening screw, proceed as
described under point 5.1.
In case, however, the conveying capacity, increases, proceed as described under point 5.2.

Notice
The adjustment is, however, more
easy with an electronic frequency
converter, which you can buy from our
range of accessory parts.
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The vibratory bowl feeder should be adjusted that

the required conveying capacity is achieved at a
controller position of approx. 80% at the control
unit.
5.1

The conveying speed decreases?

Mount additional springs. Start with one additional

spring (with washer) at one spring assembly. In
case the conveying speed still decreases, although
an additional fastening screw is loosened, install
one additional spring in each individual spring assembly (one after the other).
5.2

The conveying speed increases?

Remove the springs. First remove one spring (with

washer) from a spring assembly. In case the conveying speed still increases, although an additional
fastening screw is loosened, remove one spring
from each individual spring assembly (one after the
other).

Notice
As the adjustment is made while the
jacket sheet is dismounted, a further
spring must be installed after the optimal adjustment. Consequently the
influence of the jacket sheet on the
frequency is neutralized. At the type
SRC-N 800 6 additional springs (one
each in every second spring assembly) must be installed.

Install an additional spring in the spring assembly at the "fast" point.

6 Maintenance
The vibratory bowl feeders are generally maintenance-free. They should only be thoroughly
cleaned when they are considerably dirty or after
fluids have been spilled over them.
For that first unplug the mains plug.
Remove the jacket sheet.
Clean the inside of the vibratory bowl feeder,
especially the magnetic gap.
After mounting the jacket sheet and plugging
in the mains plug, the vibratory bowl feeder is
ready for operation again.

7 Stockkeeping of spare parts

and after-sales service
The range of the spare parts available may be
taken from the separate spare parts list.
In order to guarantee a quick and faultless handling
of the order, please state the following data at each
individual order:
Type of equipment (see type plate)
Number of pieces needed

The aim of the adjustment is:

If the required conveying speed is achieved at a
controller position of 80 %, the conveying speed
must always decrease when the spring fastening
screw is loosened.

Notice

Spare part name

Spare part number
You will find a list of our service addresses on the
back page of the cover

Take care that the number of springs

per spring assembly does not differ by
more than 2-3 springs. Otherwise the
conveying speed at the circumference
of the bowl will become irregular.
The conveying speed is irregular?
In case the conveying speed is irregular at the circumference of the conveying bowl, you can balance
the bowl by installing counter weights.
Therefore fix a counter weight a the "fast"
point.
In case it is impossible to install a counter weight,
the following may also be done:
Remove a spring from the spring assembly at
the "slow" point.

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What happens, if...

Instructions for trouble-shooting

Attention
The control unit or the connecting terminal box may only be opened by an electrician. Before opening
the a.m. devices, the mains plug must be unplugged!
.Trouble
Possible cause
Vibratory bowl
Mains plug of the control
feeder does not start
at being switched on
Connecting cable between vibratory bowl
feeder and control unit not plugged in

The vibratory bowl

feeder vibrates only
slightly

Remedy
Plug in the mains plug unit is not plugged
in
Plug in the 7-pole plug at the control unit

Only in connection with control unit ESK 2000

Sensor gives the faulty message of pile-up,
owing to defect or maladjustment (green LED Replace the sensor or readjust it
at the vibratory bowl feeder STOP
Check whether the sensor is plugged in
Fuse in the control unit defect
Replace the fuse
Mains switch off
Switch on the mains switch
Set the controller to 80 % unit is set to 0%
Controller at the control
Check, whether the code at the plug of the
control unit is correct.
(see type plate and technical data, chap 1)

Wrong vibration frequency

Attention

After a longer operating time the vibratory bowl feeder

does not achieve
the required capacity

Vibratory bowl
feeder makes loud
noise

In case a vibratory bowl feeder for 6000 vibrations/min. is operated without bridge in a 7pole plug, the control unit and the magnets
are in danger!
Screws at one or several spring assemblies
Tighten the screws
have worked loose
(tightening torques see table "technical
data" on chap 1)
Springs are broken

Replace broken springs

Magnetic gap misadjusted

Readjust magnetic gap (necessary gap

width see table "technical data" on page 12)

Fastening screws of the sorting bowl have

worked loose
Fastening screws of the jacket sheet have
worked loose

Tighten the screws

Bottom of the bowl got jammed

Eliminate the jam

Foreign bodies in the magnetic gap (chips,

material to be conveyed, dust)

Switch off the vibratory bowl feeder and

remove the foreign bodies.
Control the adjustment of the magnetic gap

Only SRHL 400 and SRC-N 800:

Counter screw at the tie plate has worked
loose
Vibratory bowl
The spring rate of the vibratory system has
feeder cannot be set changed. The vibratory bowl feeder operates
to a constant conclose at the resonance point

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Tighten the screws

Retighten the screw

Readjust the vibratory bowl feeder. Springs

must be removed.
See chapter 5 - Adjustments

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