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TECHNICAL AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL USER INSTRUCTIONS Modif. Index 0 of 16th April 2015

acqua&co INTRODUCTION This booklet describes the user and maintenance instructions for Mirafeed Feeder. The user is expected to read carefully the entire manual and to ensure that all information in it is fully understood. ACQUA&CO shall not accept any direct and indirect liability resulting from negligence and failure to comply with the rules described in this booklet. Moreover, it shall not be liable for any damage caused to people, animals or things by an incorrect installation and/or improper use of the equipment. When purchasing the equipment, make sure that it is complete and...

1.3 FINALIDAD Y USO PREVISTO / CAMPO DE APLICACION 1.3 INTENDED PURPOSE AND USE / FIELD OF APPLICATION This is a precision Feeder for fish farms, therefore it is especially suitable for fish laboratories, veterinary centres and any facility where there is the need to dispense feed to fish, shrimps or other fish species with the utmost precision. In particular, Mirafeed is conceived and designed to offer the most accurate feed dosage in a specified period, from feed powder to max 9mm pellet, provided that a suitable disc is used. Moreover, surfaces that can be fouled by water splashes and...

Examples of APPLICATIONS FOR MIRAFEED Installation: MIRAFEED must be installed directly over the fish tank or the basin in which feed is to be dosed. Hopper come into different sizes to suit the feed size and the amount of feed to be dispensed.

2 OPERATORS' SAFETY REQUIREMENT The following rules must be read carefully and become an essential part of the daily practice for the operation and maintenance of the equipment to prevent any type of personal accident and/or damage to property. 2.1 Description of Symbols The machine is provided with a few plates showing the following symbols that indicate any dangers found on the machine: 1. Read carefully the contents of this booklet before operating the machine. 2. Symbol for general danger. When indicated, it shows a potential danger. 3. Symbol for danger. Shearing of hands, keep away...

Any type of check, control, cleaning, maintenance, changeover and replacement of parts must be carried out after shutting down the machine and isolating its connections. All repairs must be performed by personnel authorised by the Manufacturing Company. Protect the cable from high temperatures, lubricants and sharp edges. Moreover, prevent it from twisting and forming knots. It is absolutely prohibited to allow children and/or any unauthorised, not qualified and/or people with health problems to use the Feeder. Do not tamper and/or try to remove the Feeder's guards. The Feeder must not be...

acqua&co DO NOT PUT YOUR FINGERS AND HANDS INTO THE TANK OR IN THE LOWER COMPARTMENT. DO NOT PLACE ANYTHING IN THE TANK OTHER THAN FEED OR OTHER SUBSTANCES FOR WHICH IT HAS BEEN DESIGNED AND SOLD. It is strictly prohibited to work on the Feeder when the machine is operating. 1 Manufacturer's address 2 Construction year 3 INTERMITTENT SERVICE (IMPORTANT) 4 "CE" conformity marking 5 Insulation class and level of protection 6 Type of machine (alternate/direct current) 7 Serial number 8 Rated voltage 9 Rated current 10 Rated power in hp 11 Rated power in Kw 12 Rated frequency 13 Condenser...

9) Lower cover of the motor E) 45 g (unloaded) disc ^ + 2 Spacers

acqua&co 3.1 MIRAFEED TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS ** A specific weight of 0.66 kg/dm3was used as a reference Note: THE TECHNICAL DATA ABOVE ARE FOR REFERENCE ONLY AND NOT BINDING

3.2 DIMENSIONES TOTALES 3.2 OVERALL DIMENSIONS

Maximum diameter of the pellet: ……………………….………..………9 mm per discharged disc (45g) Feed reference density: ………………………………………………..…0.66 Kg/dm3 Minimum height from water: ……………………………………….20 cm for an indoor fishpond Minimum height from water: ………………………………………50 cm for an outdoor fishpond 4 TRANSPORT AND STORAGE The Feeder device is delivered with its power supply cable inside cardboard boxes suitable for transport and storage. In case of storage, it is recommended to avoid placing heavy material onto the machine to prevent any crushing or damage. 4.1 UNPACKING / PRELIMINARY INSPECTION Upon...

4.2 INSTALLATION Installation must be carried out by qualified and authorised operators only. During installation, comply with all safety provisions issued by relevant bodies in the country of use and resulting from common sense. The machines installed in public places must be identified by suitable signs and fencing. The Feeder is warranted for intermittent operation only, followed by appropriate pause periods to allow internal motor cooling down. Suggestions for electrical guards: The key point for the safety of the electrical system as a whole is protecting it from the main electrical...

acqua&co HOPPER The 5 litre hopper does not require to be secured if it is installed indoors with adequate protection. If there is the risk of overturning the pipe and content when they are hit unintentionally, the hopper can be secured with a pair of self-threading screws. Note: Pay the utmost attention to avoid damaging the very fragile pipe during the perforating operation. Since the 30 litre hopper is supposed to carry the motor body, it should be mechanically secured to the body with 4 self-threading screws (included in the supply). It is recommended to: - Place the hopper onto the...

c) 30 litre hopper - Wing-style mounting to the fishpond d) 30 litre hopper - Wing-style anchoring in the ground

4.4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION AND COMMISSIONING NOTE: THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION OF THE MACHINE MUST BE CARRIED OUT BY SPECIALISED PERSONNEL. It is up to the installer to perform the connections in compliance with legislation in force in the country of installation. Make sure that the mains voltage and frequency match the data stated on the motor plate. Bring a power supply cable compatible with power consumption inside the electrical box. It is absolutely necessary to install a timer for intermittent operation in the Feeder's control panel that can be set in seconds or at least in minutes. If...