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1. THIS PAGE IS INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK BRAWN MIXER INC Operation amp Maintenance Manual BG SERIES SERIAL NUMBER SOLUTIONS STANDARD TEFC ELECTRIC MOTORS FROM 1 3 TO 2 HORSEPOWER AVAILABLE IN SINGLE AND THREE PHASE MOTOR OPTIONS INCLUDE DC WITH VARIABLE SPEED Pon MEN CONTROL EXPLOSION 10 2 PROOF AND AIR 97 2 OPTIONAL AIR MOTOR INCLUDES MUFFLER AND NEEDLE VALVE REFER TO TABLE FOR AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS SINGLE REDUCTION HELICAL GEARING FOR HIGH LOAD CAPACITY AND QUIET OPERATION MOTOR AND DRIVESHAFT OPTIONAL FLEXIBLY COUPLED FOR RIGID SHAFT SHOCK LOADING PROTECTION COUPLING DRIVESHAFT INDEPENDENTLY SUPPORTED WITH TWO SEALED PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED BALL BEARINGS A FH ROTATION SHAFT LENGTH 5 6 35 STANDARD CLAMP MOUNT CUP PLATE AVAILABLE AS PER ORDER NO COST OPTION WO a wer Den lt lt 80 56 BGM150 25 1118 5 91 Sino ren OF 500 29 3 22 9 133 AIR MOTOR HORSEPOWER AND AIR CONSUMPTION 9 PER ORDER HORSEPOWER CFM AIR WEIGHT IS IN POUNDS WITH 0 63 CONSUMPTION ELECTRIC MOTOR DOES NOT men ie PSI 40 701 70 INCLUDE SHAFT IMPELLERS 9 PSI 40 80 70 70 OR AIR MOTOR CUP PLATE INLET SIZE NPT ALL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS ARE FOR REFERENCE ONLY UNLESS THE DRAWING IS CERTIFIED BRAWN MIXER MODEL ALL EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND APPLICATION DATA SHO2. 3752 IMPERIAL STREET UNIT FREDERICK CO 80516 PHONE 800 397 9135 FAX 303 833 9205 WWW TANKEQUIPMENT COM CONNECTICUT PRIME PROCESS EQUIPMENT 212 PRINCETON AVE BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ 07922 PHONE 908 516 2647 FAX 908 516 2651 WWW PRIMEPROCESSEQUIP COM DELAWARE DATA DESIGN SERVICES 319 EXTON COMMONS EXTON PA 19341 PHONE 610 524 6357 FAX 610 524 6359 WWW DATADESINGSVCS COM FLORIDA CUMMINS WAGNER FL LLC 9834 CURRIE DAVIS DRIVE TAMPA FL 33619 PHONE 813 630 2220 FAX 813 630 0235 WWW CUMMINS WAGNER COM J WRIGHT amp ASSOCIATES 27395 POLLARD ROAD P O BOX 1085 DAPHNE AL 36526 PHONE 251 621 1491 FAX 251 621 8111 WWW JHWRIGHT COM GEORGIA SOUTHERN PUMPS SOUTH LLC 2925 LEDO ROAD SUITE 4 ALBANY GA 31707 PHONE 229 888 9896 FAX 229 888 9897 WWW PUMPSSOUTH COM GEORGIA NORTHERN INDUSTRIAL HYDRO TECHNOLOGIES 1770 RIDGEFIELD DRIVE ROSWELL GA 30075 PHONE 770 998 3677 FAX 770 992 2289 WWW INDUSTRIALHYDRO COM HAWAII BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM IDAHO B2 EQUIPMENT COMPANY P O BOX 23217 PORTLAND OR 97281 PHONE 503 590 5910 FAX 503 590 5911 WWW B2EQUIPMENT COM 3389 128 AVE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 ILLINOIS SOUTHERN MID STATES ENGINEERED EQUIP 2244 ROSE LANE PACIFIC MO 63069 PHONE 636 271 7717 FAX 636 271 7747 WWW MIDSTATESEWS COM ILLINOIS NORTHER
3. v 3715 IHNNVHO Q3G0N3WWO23H 50 01 NSIS3Q BRAWN MIXER ING 3389 128 Avenue Holland 49424 CONTENTS Mixer Installation Assembly Dimension Drawings SEI ETC 1 Customer Service Contact 1 Initial Inspection 2 Installation 2 3 Staind ad aa 3 Electric MotoTS iii via 4 6 Air Motors 6 iaa 7 us iii 8 8 EE 9 Exploded View Drawings Spare Parts Pricing SAFETY The precautions mentioned in this manual are not intended to cover all hazards that may exist in a plant or on this equipment Using safety mechanisms requires the constant attention of everyone in the vicinity of this or any equipment A plant and the related equipment are only as safe as the personnel are safety minded Proper equipment maintenance and the use of personal safety devices will contribute as much toward safety as will any number of mechanical safety devices A WARNING A assure maximum safety optimum performance and to gain knowledge of the product it is essential that you or any other operator of this equipment read and understand the contents of this manual before the mixer is operated Installation operation and maintenance must be performed only by qualified personnel Do not op
4. FAX 908 516 2651 WWW PRIMEPROCESSEQUIP COM MICHIGAN WAGNER ENTERPRISE INC 70 WEST LONG LAKE SUITE 121 TROY MI 48098 PHONE 248 879 9000 FAX 248 879 9090 WWW WAGNERENTERPRISE COM MINNESOTA WINGER ASSOCIATES 5522 LAKELAND AVENUE NORTH CRYSTAL MN 55429 PHONE 763 795 9779 FAX 763 795 9889 WWW WINGERINC COM MISSISSIPPI NORTHERN TRI STATE PROCESS EQUIP P O BOX 34115 MEMPHIS TN 38134 PHONE 901 372 9613 FAX 901 372 6747 WWW TRISTATEPROCESS COM MISSISSIPPI SOUTHERN HUNTER EQUIPMENT COMPANY 7813 RECO AVENUE BATON ROUGE LA 70814 PHONE 225 929 6546 FAX 225 929 6579 WWW HUNTEREQUIPMENTCO COM MISSOURI EASTERN MID STATES ENGINEERED EQUIP 2244 ROSE LANE PACIFIC MO 63069 PHONE 636 271 7717 FAX 636 271 7747 WWW MIDSTATESEWS COM MISSOURI WESTERN BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM MONTANA TANK EQUIPMENT INC 3752 IMPERIAL STREET UNIT F FREDERICK CO 80516 PHONE 800 397 9135 FAX 303 833 9205 WWW TANKEQUIPMENT COM NEBRASKA BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM NEVADA CLARK COUNTY ONLY CORE ROSION PRODUCTS 3300 EAST 19 STREET SIGNAL HILL CA 90755 PHONE 562 986 5238 FAX 562 986 5246 WW CORE ROSION COM NEVADA EXCLUDING CLARK COUNTY RYAN PROCESS INC 866 RODVA ROAD DANVILLE CA 94526 PHO
5. FIGURE A THREE OR FOUR BAFFLES EVENLY SPACED BAFFLE WIDTH 1 12 THE THANK DIAMETER LENGTH IS FROM THE LIQUID LEVEL DOWN TO 6 INCHES OFF BOTTOM All units are lubricated before shipment The lubricant level should be checked with the unit positioned vertically Lubricant should only be added if the level is below the top of the gear Do not fill beyond the top of the gear Connect the motor in accordance with the motor nameplate The motor starter should incorporate overload protection Before operating the mixer jog the motor and observe mixer shaft rotation Proper rotation is clockwise as viewed from the top unless otherwise noted Check all bolts and fasteners for tightness It is good maintenance practice to recheck all bolts after two weeks of operation and periodically thereafter Refer to TABLE 1 for recommended torque values Do not attempt to start mixer with impellers buried in solids or solidified liquids IMPE 1 X PROP DA FIGURE B Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com 1 3 2011 Page 3 of 9 BRAWN MIXER ING 3389 128 Avenue Holland 49424 ELECTRIC MOTORS BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 OPERATION This equipment contains HAZARDOUS VOLTAGES ROTATING PARTS AND HOT SURFACES SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE CAN RESULT IF SAFETY IN
6. METROPOLITAN BLVD SAINT LEONARD QUEBEC 124 CANADA 514 593 1515 FAX 514 593 1313 WWW CHEMACTION COM MEXICO CENTRAL AMERICA BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 1287 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM PERU SOUTH AMERICA FLOWREP S A C AV SALAVERRY NO 1230 OF 803 B JESUS MARIA LIMA 11 PHONE 011 51 1 265 9457 FAX 011 51 1 265 9457 PUERTO RICO BADRENA amp PEREZ 1315 MARGINAL VILLAMAR CAROLINA PR 00979 PHONE 787 728 7171 X22 FAX 787 728 0580 WWW BADRENAPR COM
7. TEXAS NORTHERN G C SOLUTIONS P O BOX 877 ALLEN TX 75013 PHONE 972 727 4988 FAX 972 359 1817 WWW GCSOLUTIONSSALES COM UTAH TANK EQUIPMENT INC 3752 IMPERIAL STREET UNIT FREDERICK CO 80516 PHONE 800 397 9135 FAX 303 833 9205 WWW TANKEQUIPMENT COM VERMONT PRIME PROCESS EQUIPMENT 212 PRINCETON AVE BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ 07922 PHONE 908 516 2647 FAX 908 516 2651 WWW PRIMEPROCESSEQUIP COM VIRGINIA PETTS ENTERPRISES 7622 BRYN MAWR ROAD RICHMOND VA 23229 PHONE 804 288 4833 FAX 804 282 5356 WASHINGTON B2 EQUIPMENT COMPANY P O BOX 576 MERCER ISLAND OR 98040 PHONE 206 232 3964 FAX 206 232 4163 WWW B2EQUIPMENT COM BRAWN MIXER SALES REPRESENTATIVES WEST VIRGINIA EASTERN DATA DESIGN SERVICES 319 EXTON COMMONS EXTON PA 19341 PHONE 610 524 6357 FAX 610 524 6359 WWW DATADESINGSVCS COM WEST VIRGINIA WESTERN FICKESS PUMPS INC 1651 ROUTE 68 NEW BRIGHTON PA 15066 PHONE 724 452 5227 FAX 724 452 7298 WWW FICKESSPUMPS COM WISCONSIN EASTERN LIQUID PROCESS EQUIPMENT P O BOX 335 EAGLE WI 53119 PHONE 262 594 3790 FAX 262 594 3792 WWNW LIQUIDPROCESS NET WISCONSIN WESTERN WINGER ASSOCIATES 5522 LAKELAND AVENUE NORTH CRYSTAL MN 55429 PHONE 763 795 9779 FAX 763 795 9889 WWW WINGERINCCOM WYOMING TANK EQUIPMENT INC 3752 IMPERIAL STREET UNIT F FREDERICK CO 80516 PHONE 800 397 9135 FAX 303 833 9205 WWW TANKEQUIPMENT COM INTERNATIONAL CANADA CHEM ACTION 4559 E
8. WRITTEN PERMISSION 3389 128TH AVENUE GEAR DRIVE DRAWN BY CMW DATE 10 26 95 HOLLAND 49424 DIMENSION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING PH 616 399 5600 DWG 2 8 FAX 616 399 5084 NO 7 E G N CN CA CA gt gt CA CA CA N OPTIONAL RIGID SHAFT COUPLING OPTIONAL CUP PLATE 43 1 HEAD CAP SCREW 42 1 THRUST WASHER OPT 41 1 KEY OPT 40 1 DRIVE SHAFT OPT 29 1 CUP PLATE OPT 28 1 RIGID FLANGE SHAFT 25 1 RIGID FLANGE COUPLING OPT 12 6 LOCK WASHER 7 11 6 HEAD CAP SCREW 9 1 SNAP RING 8 1 BALL BEARING 6 1 COUPLING ALL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS ARE FOR REFERENCE ONLY UNLESS THE DRAWING IS CERTIFIED BRAWN MIXER MODEL ALL EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND APPLICATION DATA SHOWN HEREIN 15 CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PROPERTY OF MIXER INC BGM33 THRU 500 BRAWN MIXER INC NO USE OR DISCLOSURE THEREOF MAY BE MADE WITHOUT OUR WRITTEN PERMISSION 3389 128TH AVENUE GEAR DRIVE DRAWN BY CMW DATE 10 26 95 HOLLAND 49424 DIMENSION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING PH 616 399 5600 DWG TK0030 REV FAX 616 399 5084 NO CA ANY O OQ UNN 18 19 20 21 22 25 24 AY 5 rex 4 n s SEITEN KU
9. approved RGA number ALL returns must be COMPLETE including all original warranties manuals documentation and packaging ALL product must be received within 14 days of issuing an RGA number How to Return Product You must have a RETURN GOODS AUTHORIZATION RGA number before you return any product to BRAWN Mixer Inc To obtain this number call 616 399 5600 and ask for Customer Service Be sure to have available the following information your order number the BRAWN product serial number the part number and description of the product the reason for the return lt lt lt lt IMPORTANT Y The Return Goods Authorization number must be written clearly on all boxes being returned C O D shipments will not be accepted Y Ifthe mixer has been in contact with the product please include MSDS sheets to cover and possible contact Also fully clean all surfaces Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com Page 9 of 9 43 1 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW 17 1 Key 9 1 SNAP RNG C 8 1 UPPER BALL BEARING 6 1 UPPER COUPLING HUB PARNME NLY UNLESS THe DRANG S cents MODEL HEREIN IS CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PROPERTY or MIER ONG BD G HOUSING EXPLODED VIEW MAY BE MADE WITHOUT OUR WRITTEN PERMISSION 3389 128TH AVENUE SEARED DATE 10 1 10 2010 HOLLAND MI 49424 DIMENSION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING P
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11. E 440 937 1050 FAX 440 937 1058 WWW BERRINGTONPUMPS COM REV 11 112014 OKLAHOMA G C SOLUTIONS P O BOX 877 ALLEN TX 75013 PHONE 972 727 4988 FAX 972 359 1817 WWW GCSOLUTIONSSALES COM OREGON B2 EQUIPMENT COMPANY P O BOX 23217 PORTLAND OR 97281 PHONE 503 590 5910 FAX 503 590 5911 WWW B2EQUIPMENT COM PENNSYLVANIA EASTERN DATA DESIGN SERVICES 319 EXTON COMMONS EXTON PA 19341 PHONE 610 524 6357 FAX 610 524 6359 PENNSYLVANIA WESTERN FICKESS PUMPS INC 1651 ROUTE 68 NEW BRIGHTON PA 15066 PHONE 724 452 5227 FAX 724 452 7298 WWW FICKESSPUMPS COM RHODE ISLAND PRIME PROCESS EQUIPMENT 212 PRINCETON AVE BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ 07922 PHONE 908 516 2647 FAX 908 516 2651 WWW PRIMEPROCESSEQUIP COM SOUTH CAROLINA OEC FLUID HANDLING SPARTANBURG P O BOX 2807 SPARTANBURG SC 29302 PHONE 864 573 9200 FAX 864 573 9299 WWW OECFH COM SOUTH DAKOTA WINGER ASSOCIATES 5522 LAKELAND AVENUE NORTH CRYSTAL MN 55429 PHONE 763 795 9779 FAX 763 795 9889 WWW WINGERINC COM TENNESSEE WESTERN TRI STATE PROCESS EQUIP P O BOX 34115 MEMPHIS TN 38134 PHONE 901 372 9613 FAX 901 372 6747 WWW TRISTATEPROCESS COM TENNESSEE EASTERN INDUSTRIAL HYDRO TECH INC 1770 RIDGEFIELD DRIVE ROSEWELL GA 30075 PHONE 770 998 3677 FAX 770 992 2289 WWW INDUSTRIALHYDRO COM TEXAS SOUTHERN L BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 1287 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM
12. H 616 399 5600 DWG REV APPROVED BY DATE FAX 616 399 3084 No TKO162 CUP PLAIE MOUNT 29 1 CUP PLATE 39 4 HEAD WASHER 23 1 SHOE 36 4 ISOLATION MOUNT 21 1 LOCK WASHER 35 1 MOUNTING PLATE 20 1 N WASHER NUT 13 15 1 OIL SEAL 12 6 LOCK WASHER 12 6 LOCK WASHER 11 6 HEAD SCREW 11 6 HEX HEAD SCREW INO QTY PART NAME INO QTY PART NAME PEDESTAL FLANGE MOUNT CLAMP MOUNT CLAMP ASSEMBLY SHOE FLAT WASHER 20 1 N 18 1 BALL MOUNT 13 1 OL SEAL 12 6 LOCK WASHER 11 6 HEX HEAD SCREW 11 6 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW_ INO av PARTNAME INO far PART NAME ONLY UNLESS THE DRAWING 1S GERTFED AVID w MIXER MODEL ALL EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND APPLICATION DATA SHOWN HEREIN 15 CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PROPERTY OF MIXER INGA BD G MOU NTI NG OPTIONS BRAWN MIXER INC NO USE OR DISCLOSURE THEREOF MAY BE MADE WITHOUT OUR WRITTEN PERMISSION 3389 128TH AVENUE EXPLODED VIEW DRAWN BY MDK DATE 10 1 10 HOLLAND MI 49424 DIMENSION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING 616 399 5600 A TKO1 63 REV FAX 616 599 5084 BRAWN IKER E PARTS PRICING BGM F SERIES 3389 128th Avenue Holland MI 49424 USA Fax 616 399 3084 ITEM TK0028 amp 0030 10 25 6 Couplinghub 5 Housing painted shell only Housing with internals chuck coupling Housing w
13. HORSEPOWER Say CFM AIR CONSUMPTION WEIGHT IS IN POUNDS WITH ELECTRIC MOTOR DOES NOT 9 PSI 40 80 70 70 6 PER ORDER INCLUDE SHAFT IMPELLERS INLET SIZE NPT OR AIR MOTOR ALL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS ARE FOR REFERENCE ONLY UNLESS THE DRAWING IS CERTIFIED BRAWN MIXER MODEL ALL EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND APPLICATION DATA SHOWN HEREIN IS CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PROPERTY OF MIXER INC BGMF33 THRU 500 BRAWN MIXER INC NO USE OR DISCLOSURE THEREOF MAY BE MADE WITHOUT OUR WRITTEN PERMISSION 3389 128TH AVENUE GEAR DRIVE DRAWN BY CMW DATE 3 17 94 HOLLAND 49424 DIMENSION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING PH 616 399 5600 DWG REV APPROVED BY DATE FAX 616 399 3084 0016 OPTIONAL SHAFT COUPLINC CA 43 T HEX HEAD SCREW OPT 42 1 THRUST WASHER OPTIONAL KEY OPTIONAL 40 1 DRIVE SHAFT OPTIONAL 38 2 ANGLE RISERS OPTIONAL 28 T RIGID FLANGE SHAFT OPT 25 1 RIGID FLANGE COUPLING 12 6 LOCK WASHER TT 6 HEX HEAD CAP SCREW L9 EN RING 8 1 BAL BEARING e COUPLING HUB ITEM PART NAME ALL DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS ARE FOR REFERENCE ONLY UNLESS THE DRAWING IS CERTIFIED BRAWN MIXER MODEL ALL EQUIPMENT DESIGN AND APPLICATION DATA SHOWN HEREIN 15 CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PROPERTY OF MIXER INC BGMF33 THRU 500 BRAWN MIXER INC NO USE OR DISCLOSURE THEREOF MAY BE MADE WITHOUT OUR
14. N R CAP PROCESS EQUIP INC 318 W NW HIGHWAY BARRINGTON IL 60010 PHONE 847 382 3003 FAX 847 382 3005 WWW R CAP COM INDIANA SOUTHERN BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM INDIANA NORTHERN R CAP PROCESS EQUIP INC 318 W NW HIGHWAY BARRINGTON IL 60010 PHONE 847 382 3003 FAX 847 382 3005 WWW R CAP COM IOWA WINGER ASSOCIATES 5500 LAKELAND AVE N MINNEAPOLIS MN 55429 PHONE 763 795 9779 FAX 763 795 9889 WWW WINGERINCCOM KANSAS BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 12874 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM KENTUCKY WESTERN MIDSTATES ENGINEERED EQUIP 2244 ROSE LANE PACIFIC MO 63069 PHONE 636 271 7717 FAX 636 271 7747 WWW MIDSTATESEWS COM KENTUCKY EASTERN BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM LOUISIANA HUNTER EQUIPMENT COMPANY 7813 RECO AVENUE BATON ROUGE LA 70814 PHONE 225 929 6546 FAX 225 929 6579 WWW HUNTEREQUIPMENTCO COM MAINE PRIME PROCESS EQUIPMENT 212 PRINCETON AVE BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ 07922 PHONE 908 516 2647 FAX 908 516 2651 WWW PRIMEPROCESSEQUIP COM MARYLAND DATA DESIGN SERVICES 319 EXTON COMMONS EXTON PA 19341 PHONE 610 524 6357 FAX 610 524 6359 WWW DATADESINGSVCS COM MASSACHUSETTS PRIME PROCESS EQUIPMENT 212 PRINCETON AVE BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ 07922 PHONE 908 516 2647
15. NE 925 837 0670 FAX 925 837 4832 WWW RYANPROCESS COM NEW HAMPSHIRE PRIME PROCESS EQUIPMENT 212 PRINCETON AVE BERKELEY HEIGHTS NJ 07922 PHONE 908 516 2647 FAX 908 516 2651 WWW PRIMEPROCESSEQUIP COM NEW JERSEY DATA DESIGN SERVICES SOUTHERN 319 EXTON COMMONS EXTON 19341 610 524 6357 FAX 610 524 6359 WWW DATADESINGSVCS COM BRAWN MIXER INC NORTHERN 3389 1287 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM NEW MEXICO TANK EQUIPMENT INC 3752 IMPERIAL STREET UNIT F FREDERICK CO 80516 PHONE 800 397 9135 FAX 303 833 9205 WWW TANKEQUIPMENT COM NEW YORK BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 PHONE 616 399 5600 FAX 616 399 3084 WWW BRAWNMIXER COM NORTH CAROLINA OEC FLUID HANDLING GREENSBORO 7349 WEST FRIENDLY AVENUE GREENSBORO NC 27410 PHONE 336 294 9394 FAX 864 573 9299 WWW OECFH COM OEC FLUID HANDLING CHARLOTTE 4624 STONEYBROOK COURT MATTHEWS NC 28104 PHONE 704 564 8713 FAX 704 943 1526 WWW OECFH COM NORTH DAKOTA WINGER ASSOCIATES 5522 LAKELAND AVENUE NORTH CRYSTAL MN 55429 PHONE 763 795 9779 FAX 763 795 9889 WWW WINGERINC COM OHIO BERRINGTON PUMPS amp SYSTEMS CINCINNATI 2194 VICTORY PARKWAY CINCINNATI OH 45206 PHONE 513 475 9000 FAX 513 475 9005 WWW BERRINGTONPUMPS COM BERRINGTON PUMPS amp SYSTEMS AVON 1316 LEAR INDUSTRIAL PARKWAY AVON OH 44011 PHON
16. STRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED Only qualified personnel should work on or around this equipment after becoming thoroughly familiar with all warnings safety notices and maintenance procedures contained herein The successful and safe operation of this equipment is dependant upon proper handling installation operation and maintenance A CAUTION Repeated trial starts can overheat the motor and may result in motor burnout repeated trial starts are made allow sufficient time between trials to permit heat to dissipate from windings and rotor to prevent overheating Starting currents are several times running currents and heating varies as the square of the current A WARNING Explosion proof motors these motors are constructed to comply with the U L Label Service Procedure Manual When repairing and reassembling a motor that has an underwriter s label it is imperative that the unit be re inspected and 1 All original fits and tolerance be maintained 2 All plugs and hardware be securely fastened 3 Any parts replacements including hardware be accurate duplicates of the originals Repair work on explosion proof motors can only be done by the original manufacturing or U L certified shops Violations of any of the above items will invalidate the significance of the U L Label STORAGE Motors must be stored in a clean dry well ventilated location free from vibration and rapid or wide temperature variat
17. WN HEREIN IS CONFIDENTIAL AND THE PROPERTY OF MIXER INC BGM33 THRU 500 BRAWN MIXER INC NO USE OR DISCLOSURE THEREOF MAY BE MADE WITHOUT OUR WRITTEN PERMISSION 3389 128TH AVENUE GEAR DRIVE DRAWN BY CMW DATE 3 17 94 HOLLAND 49424 DIMENSION AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING PH 616 399 5600 DWG REV APPROVED BY DATE FAX 616 399 3084 0015 90 56 HOLES MOUNTING STRUCTURE REQUIRED STANDARD TEFC ELECTRIC MOTORS FROM 1 3 TO 2 HORSEPOWER AVAILABLE IN SINGLE AND THREE PHASE MOTOR OPTIONS INCLUDE PLAN VIEW DC WITH VARIABLE SPEED CONTROL EXPLOSION 10 2 PROOF AND AIR 07 2 90 56 OPTIONAL AIR MOTOR INCLUDES MUFFLER AND EE UNE NEEDLE VALVE REFER TO SE OU 6 TABLE FOR AIR SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS SINGLE REDUCTION HELICAL GEARING FOR HIGH LOAD CAPACITY AND QUIET OPERATION MOTOR AND DRIVESHAFT FLEXIBLY COUPLED FOR SHOCK LOADING PROTECTION DRIVESHAFT INDEPENDENTLY SUPPORTED WITH TWO SEALED PERMANENTLY LUBRICATED BALL BEARINGS OPTIONAL D RIGID SHAFT 7 09 MOUNTING STRUCTURE COUPLING t mi 3 BY OTHERS FLEXIBLE SHOCK MOUNTS MIXER DIMENSION MODEL A WGT B wer OPTIONAL ANGLE RISER BGM33 50 70 77 SHAFT LENGTH MEER ORDER PER ORDER ROTATION OPTIONAL UPPER IMPELLER BGM300 STANDARD MATERIAL OF WETTED PARTS IS 316 ADJUSTABLE STAINLESS STEEL OTHER AIR MOTOR HORSEPOWER MATERIALS OPTIONALLY AND AIR CONSUMPTION AVAILABLE
18. ausing seal failure AIR MOTOR ROTATION INLET OUTLET NEEDLE VALVE MUFFLER AIR MOTOR ROTATIONAL DIRECTION DIAGRAM Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com 1 3 2011 Page 6 of 9 BRAWN MIXER INC 3389 128 Avenue Holland MI 49424 MAINTENANCE Mixers operating in wet environments or exposed to washdown should be considered severe applications Under these conditions water condensation and cleaning chemicals may accumulate in the motor or from the other end be blasted under high pressure past the mixer driveshaft oil seal Water in the motor may eventually leak through the motor bearing and into the gearbox thus contaminating and increasing the volume of oil This in turn can cause the gearbox output shaft seal to fail and leak oil into the mixer housing Oil in the mixer housing will eventually find its way through the bearings and the mixer driveshaft seal and ultimately into the product being mixed To prolong the life of your mixer for these applications a preventive maintenance program should be established and adhered to The frequency of preventive maintenance inspections are unique to every application and must therefore be determined through experience Initially one month intervals are suggested The following steps are recommended as part of a preventive maintenance program 1 Periodically remove the oil fill plug from the
19. e equipment to or from BRAWN In the case of components purchased by BRAWN Mixer Inc and incorporated in the equipment the component manufacturer s guarantee shall apply NOTE Any modifications or corrective work done to the equipment which were not specifically authorized in writing by BRAWN Mixer Inc shall void this limited warranty and BRAWN Mixer Inc shall accept no liability for any of the corrective work or expenditures which were conducted without their prior written authorization BRAWN Mixer Inc shall not be held liable for any further cost expense or labor to replace equipment or replaceable parts or indirect or consequential damages With the exceptions of the limited warranty set out above there are no other understandings agreements representatives or warranties implied including any regarding the merchant ability or fitness for a particular purpose not specified herein respecting this agreement or equipment hereunder This contract states the entire obligation of BRAWN Mixer Inc in connection with this transaction BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 SHOULD WE MAKE A MISTAKE BRAWN Mixer Inc s Direct Returns Policy To ensure proper handling of your return please take a moment to read the following ALL returns require a RETURN GOODS AUTHORIZATION RGA NUMBER We are unable to process your return or issue proper credit without an
20. erate this equipment unless all safety devices are installed and working properly Check all devices prior to starting the equipment Disconnect and lock out electrical power before installing or servicing the mixer Do not touch rotating parts keep all guards and safety devices installed while operating BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 Develop a safety checklist for this equipment and perform regular maintenance to ensure continued and proper operation Develop a safety checklist for this equipment and perform regular maintenance to ensure continued and proper operation not make any field changes or modifications without reviewing the change with your BRAWN sales representative or the BRAWN Customer Service Department CUSTOMER SERVICE Mixer Model BGM SERIES Mixer Serial Contact gt Customer 616 399 5600 gt brawn brawnmixer com You have received a quality engineered and manufactured BRAWN Mixer We value your business and we will strive to provide you with the proper service and equipment to meet your needs The information contained in this BRAWN Mixer Operator s Manual is designed to assist you in putting your BRAWN Mixer into operation without further delay Please read the entire manual before attempting to start your mi
21. ervice b If drive is not disconnected interrupt the starting cycle after motor has accelerated to low speed Carefully observe for unusual conditions as motor coasts to a stop 4 When checks are satisfactory operate at minimum load and look for unusual condition Increase load slowly to maximum Check unit for satisfactory operation A CAUTION Guard against overloading Overloading causes overheating and overheating means shortened insulation life A motor subjected to a 10 C temperature rise above the maximum limit for the insulation may cause the insulation life to be reduced by 50 To avoid overloading be sure motor current does not exceed nameplate current when nameplate voltage is applied OCopyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com Page 4 of 9 BRAWN MIXER ING 3389 128 Avenue Holland 49424 ELECTRIC MOTORS Cont Electric motors operating under normal conditions become quite warm Although some places may feel hot to the touch the unit may be operational within limits Use a thermocouple to measure winding temperature The total temperature not the temperature rise is the measure of safe operation Investigate the operating conditions if the total temperature measured by a thermocouple placed on the windings exceeds 230 F 110 C for class B insulation 275 F 135 C for class F insulation 302 F 150 C for class H i
22. for portable mixers are shipped loose 3 Storage Mixers should not be stored near vibrating machinery to avoid damage to the bearings Store mixers as packaged by the factory For longer storage periods consult factory If electric motors have been subjected to humid conditions check the insulation resistance between phase and mass and between the different phases The resistance should not be less than 100 megohms If the resistance is less please consult the factory If mixer is stored for more than a year the condition of the gear lubricant should be checked before the mixer is put in operation see lubrication instructions BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 installing the impeller s on the shaft or the shaft into the coupling Install the impeller s on the mixer shaft by carefully sliding the impeller hub over the shaft to its proper location and tighten the set Screws It is recommended that the shaft be spotted with a drill point at the setscrew locations to prevent loosening of the impeller s 4 Install mixer shaft 16 by inserting the end with machined groove into the chuck driveshaft 14 It is recommended that the mixer shaft portion engaged in chuck driveshaft be coated with an anti seize compound Tighten setscrews 15 to secure shaft gt If optional rigid shaft coupling 25 is furnished connect the mixer shaft 28 and rigid driveshaft couplings by caref
23. gearbox with motor shut off and locked out and check the oil level as described under the heading of LUBRICATION Also check for the presence of water in the oil If water is detected or if the oil level appears low proceed with the following steps Remove a motor condensation drain plug from the lowest elevation on the motor and the conduit box cover to check for water If present separate the motor from the gearbox and inspect for evidence of water in the motor adapter If water exists the motor should be disassembled to inspect for water damage to the windings and bearings Separate the gearbox from the mixer housing and inspect the inside of the housing and around the gearbox output shaft for evidence of leakage The inside of the mixer housing should appear dry Separate the mixer housing from the mixer mount and inspect for the presence of water or oil BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 If water has been detected in the motor the bearings and seals should be replaced after drying out the motor If water is detected in the gearbox motor adapter and the oil level is not excessively low drain the remaining oil and flush with light oil or kerosene install new oil seals and refill with fresh oil If any oil has accumulated in the mixer housing it is the result of leakage past the gearbox output shaft seal and will ultimately leak through the bearings The source of the pr
24. ing under the motor pinion shaft A fill plug is located on the top of the housing above the output gear Refill with 14 ounces of the recommended lubricant With the mixer positioned vertically the fluid level should not exceed the top of the gear Over filling of the gear box can cause premature seal failure due to thermal expansion of the oil and overheating due to excessive churning A CAUTION In the Food and Drug Industry including animal food consult the lubrication supplier for recommendation of lubricants which are acceptable to the Food and Drug Administration and or other authoritative bodies having jurisdiction Factory supplied oil is not suitable for these applications or this industry 3389 128th AVENUE HOLLAND MI 49424 USA PHONE 616 399 5600 MIXER NAMEPLATE Units shipped from Brawn Mixer Inc are intended to be used within 30 days after receipt and presumed to be stored indoors in a heated building Store mixers as packaged by the factory If you intend storing units under adverse conditions or for a long period of time special storage precautions will be necessary 1 Store in a sheltered area away from chemical vapors or steam 2 Cover 3 Do not store in sunlight or near high heat 4 Spray light oil on exposed shafts and seals Remove oil on start up Rotate output shaft 360 every 3 4 weeks Mixers should not be stored near vibrating machinery to avoid damage
25. ions If the unit is to be stored longer than three months consult factory Ball bearing motors are shipped from the factory properly lubricated and ready to operate When in storage the motor shaft must be turned several rotations every month and bearings relubricated every year On non explosion proof TEFC motors a removable plug in the bottom of the frame or housing permits removal of accumulated moisture Drain regularly if storage atmosphere results in formation of condensation INSTALLATION Installation must be handled by qualified service or maintenance personal A wiring diagram is generally located on the conduit box of the motor After installation is completed but before motor is put in regular service make an initial start as follows 1 Check motor starting and control device connections against wiring diagrams 2 Check voltage phase and frequency of line circuit power supply against motor nameplate 3 If possible remove external load disconnect drive and turn shaft by hand to ensure free rotation This may have been done during installation procedure if so and conditions have not changed since this check may not be necessary a If drive is disconnected run motor at no load long enough to be certain that no unusual conditions develop Listen and feel for excessive noise vibration clicking or pounding If present stop motor immediately Investigate the cause and correct before putting motor in s
26. ith internals rigid coupling 8 jBalberig 1000602 amp 9371 9 jSnapring 10057 9 3 joliSeal 100801 5 14 Chuck shaft 3 4 CF 296 23 Shoe 105 1924 jClampassemby 7 5006 _ 8292 192329 Cupplaie _ 5008 9265 35 BGM F 38 BD F 4 110028602 10 Shaded items Recommended Spare Parts Kit WHEN PURCHASED AS A KIT 646 mm FACTORY PROVIDE SERIAL NUMBER WITH REQUEST FOR QUOTATION Mixing Copyright 2013 BRAWN Mixer Inc Solutions Page 2 5 01 01 2013 BRAWN MIXER UNITED STATES ALABAMA J H WRIGHT amp ASSOCIATES 27395 POLLARD ROAD P O BOX 1085 DAPHNE AL 36526 PHONE 251 621 1491 FAX 251 621 8111 WWW JHWRIGHT COM ALASKA B2 EQUIPMENT COMPANY P O BOX 23217 PORTLAND OR 97281 PHONE 503 590 5910 FAX 503 590 5911 WWW B2EQUIPMENT COM ARIZONA CORE ROSION PRODUCTS 7332 EAST CAMELBACK ROAD SCOTTSDALE AZ 85251 PHONE 480 945 1222 FAX 480 945 3367 WWW CORE ROSION COM ARKANSAS TRI STATE PROCESS EQUIP P O BOX 34115 MEMPHIS TN 38134 PHONE 901 372 9613 FAX 901 372 6747 WWNW TRISTATEPROCESS COM CALIFORNIA SOUTHERN CORE ROSION PRODUCTS 3300 EAST 197 STREET SIGNAL HILL CA 90755 PHONE 562 986 5238 FAX 562 986 5246 WWW CORE ROSION COM CALIFORNIA NORTHERN RYAN PROCESS INC 866 RODVA ROAD DANVILLE CA 94526 PHONE 925 837 0670 FAX 925 837 4832 WWW RYANPROCESS COM COLORADO TANK EQUIPMENT INC
27. l The use of unauthorized parts in the repair of the equipment tampering by unqualified personal or removal or alteration of guards or conduit covers will result in dangerous conditions which can cause severe personal injury or equipment damage Follow all safety instructions contained herein BEARING LUBRICATION When re greaseable bearings are supplied CAUTION Do not lubricate motor while in operation since excess grease will be forced through the bearings and into the motor before it will force its way out the drain plug Excess grease accumulation on windings reduces insulation life Prior to shipment motor bearings are lubricated with the proper amount and grade to provide six months of satisfactory service under normal operation and conditions For best results grease should be compounded from a polyurea base and a good grade of petroleum oil It should be of No 2 consistency and stabilized against oxidation Operating temperature ranges should be from 15 F to 250 F for class B insulation and to 300 F for class F and H Most leading oil companies have special bearing greases that are satisfactory Re lubricate bearings every six months more often if conditions require as follows 1 Stop the motor Lock out the switch 2 Thoroughly clean off pipe plugs and remove from housings 3 Remove hardened grease from drains with stiff wire or rod 4 Add grease to inlet with hand gun until small amoun
28. nsulation VOLTAGE REGULATION Motors will operate successfully under the following conditions of voltage and frequency variation but not necessarily in accordance with the standard established for operation under rated conditions 1 When the variation in voltage does not exceed 10 above or below normal with all phases balanced 2 When the variation in frequency does not exceed 5 above or below normal 3 When the sum of the voltage and frequency of the voltage does not exceed 1096 above or below normal provided the frequency variation does not exceed 5 MAINTENANCE Failure to properly maintain the equipment can result in severe personal injury and product failure The instructions contained herein should be carefully reviewed understood and followed The following maintenance procedures should be performed regularly 1 Bearing lubrication When regreaseable bearings are supplied 2 Insulation resistance check 3 Cleaning This checklist does not represent an exhaustive survey of maintenance steps necessary to ensure safe operation of the equipment Particular applications may require further procedures BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 Dangerous voltages are present in the equipment which can cause severe personal injury and product failure Always de energize and ground the equipment before maintenance Maintenance should be performed only by qualified persona
29. oblem must first be remedied and then the mixer driveshaft bearings and oil seal should be replaced after thoroughly cleaning the inside of the housing When reassembling the mixer replace the o ring seals in the mixer housing and apply a sealant such as silicone or Permatex around the face of the motor flange inside of the mounting bolt circle Apply an anti seize compound on the motor shaft and reassemble the motor to the gearbox Check the motor to be sure all openings are plugged and that the conduit box gaskets are in good condition DRAIN PLUG GEARBOX OIL PLUG LOCATIONS Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com 1 3 2011 Page 7 of 9 BRAWN MIXER ING 3389 128 Avenue Holland 49424 BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 LUBRICATION STORAGE Although the gear box is considered lubricated for life the oil level and condition should be checked periodically for signs of degradation It is factory filled with an AGMA 7C gear lubricant which is suitable for an ambient temperature range from 30 to 100 degrees F If the application calls for outdoor installation in extremely cold or extremely warm temperatures or in corrosive environments consult the factory If it becomes necessary to change the gear lubricant a drain plug is conveniently provided on the bottom of the gear hous
30. t switch before cleaning The motor exterior must be kept free of oil dust water and chemicals For fan cooled motors it is particularly important to keep the air intake openings free of foreign material Do not block air outlet or inlet On non explosion proof TEFC motors a removable plug in the bottom center of the motor frame or housing permits removal of accumulated moisture Drain regularly AIR MOTORS If your mixer was supplied with an air motor certain precautions must be taken as follows 1 The mixer was shipped with a needle valve installed on the motor inlet port A muffler is provided for installation at the exhaust port The function of the needle valve is to control the motor speed The air supply must be adequately sized to provide the proper pressure and volume of clean filtered dry air A pressure regulator followed by an air line lubricator is required prior to connection to the needle valve A combination filter regulator lubricator is commonly used for this purpose The air line filter should be capable of 25 micron or better 3 Blow out the air supply line before connecting to the motor to remove any dirt or debris in the air line The exhaust port must not be obstructed such as to cause a back pressure on the motor An obstructed exhaust has an adverse affect on the air motor This may also cause the motor shaft seal to fail thus pressurizing the gearbox and or mixer drive housing and c
31. t of new grease is forced out drain 5 Remove excess grease from ports replace inlet plugs and run motor Ye hour before replacing drain plug 6 Put motor back in operation Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com Page 5 of 9 BRAWN MIXER ING 3389 128 Avenue Holland 49424 BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 ELECTRIC MOTORS Cont INSULATION RESISTANCE Check insulation resistance periodically Any approved method of measuring insulation resistance may be used provided the voltage across the insulation is at a safe value for the type and condition of the insulation A hand crank megger of not over 500 volts is the most convenient and safest method Standards of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Inc recommend that the insulation resistance of the stator windings at 75 C measured at 500 volts dc after one minute should not be less than Rated Voltage of Machine 1000 1000 in Megohms This formula is satisfactory for most checks For more information see IEEE Standard No 43 Recommended Practice for Insulation Resistance Testing of AC Rotating Machinery CLEANING Insulation Resistance A WARNING Do not attempt to clean the motor while it is operating Contact with rotating parts can cause severe personal injury or property damage Stop the motor and lock ou
32. to the bearings 7 If electric motors have been subjected to humid conditions check the insulation resistance between phase and mass and between the different phases The resistance should not be less than 100 megohms If the resistance is less please consult the factory og LN L L SERIAL NUMBER aJ ON BRAWN bs v d NAMEPLATE ni HOUSING Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com Page 8 of 9 BRAWN MIXER INC u nig u 3389 128 Avenue Holland MI 49424 WARRANTY WARRANTY All equipment or parts covered by this manual are guaranteed free from defective material and workmanship for a period of twelve 12 months from date of shipment under normal use and service This warranty does not cover failure of normal wear parts unless the failure of such part has resulted from defective material and workmanship BRAWN Mixer Inc will repair or replace at its option any equipment which has been found to be defective and is within the warranty period provided that the equipment is shipped with previous factory authorization freight prepaid to BRAWN s plant in Holland Michigan USA All return shipments are made FOB BRAWN s factory BRAWN is not responsible for removal installation or any other incidental expenses incurred in shipping th
33. ully engaging the shaft rabbeted faces and installing the mounting hardware 26 amp 27 Be careful not to damage the coupling faces or rabbets as this can cause excessive shaft run out that will affect the life of the mixer gt 2 3 D depictions of these items are shown in the front and back of this manual TABLE 1 RECOMMEND TORQUE VALUES INSTALLATION REFER TO ASSEMBLY DIMENSION DRAWING Refer to the mixer installation assembly drawing for important mounting structure design assembly mounting and dimensional data 1 Model BGM portable mixers are designed with handles incorporated in the mounting base These are intended for lifting of the mixer assembly 2 For clamp mount units install the mixer drive on the mounting structure and secure by tightening the clamp screw gt For fixed mount and cup plate mount mixers install the mixer drive on the mounting structure and secure with properly sized Grade 5 or better hardware Torque the hardware as recommended in TABLE 1 3 Inspect the impeller bore and shaft surface for evidence of damage and repair if required before TORQUE VALUES FOOT POUNDS STANDARD GRADE 2 HIGH STRENGTH amp 300 SERIES Ea STAINLESS 5 16 9 13 3 8 16 17 27 1 2 13 40 65 5 8 11 85 125 BOLT TIGHTENING RECOMMENDATIONS Inadequately or improperly tightened hardware can loosen due to vibration during mixer operation This can res
34. ult in reduced mixer life or damage to equipment Recommended torque values for tightening all in tank and mounting hardware are listed in TABLE 1 These average torque values should be considered only as a guide and not as absolute values Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com Page 2 of 9 BRAWN MIXER INC BGM SERIES OPERATION amp MAINTENANCE MANUAL 3389 128 Avenue Holland MI 49424 INSTALLATION CONT The following guidelines are based on mixing in vertical cylindrical tanks with flat dished or shallow cone bottoms Mixer installations may vary with tank shape retention times starting conditions and other requirements 1 2 For liquid levels 0 5 to 1 1 times the tank diameter a single impeller is suitable For liquid levels 1 1 to 1 6 times the tank diameter use dual impellers Impellers may be located from 0 5 to 2 0 impeller diameters off the tank bottom with one diameter off bottom being optimum When dual impellers are necessary spacing between impellers should be approximately two impeller diameters with gear drives and four to five impeller diameters with direct drive mixers Mixer position in tank should be as shown in FIGURE A or B below for maximum turnover of liquid Phone 616 399 5600 Fax 616 399 3084 START UP 1 RECOMMENDED BAFFLE ARRANGEMENTS IMPELLER ROTATION o
35. xer you have any further questions or if by some chance there are some missing components contact your BRAWN Mixer Representative or the factory immediately We welcome your comments and suggestions concerning any BRAWN Mixer product Please direct these comments in writing to the National Sales Manager at BRAWN Mixer Inc located in Holland Michigan To expedite troubleshooting service please make your initial contact through your BRAWN Mixer Representative If for whatever reason your representative cannot be reached and you have an emergency condition please call us directly at 616 399 5600 and ask for the Customer Service Department Remember you are backed by your BRAWN Mixer Technical representative and the factory support team We are here to assist you let us know how we can be of help Please see the back cover of this manual for the location and contact for your Brawn Mixer Representative Copyright 2011 BRAWN Mixer Inc www BRAWNMIXER com 1 3 2011 Page 1 of 9 BRAWN MIXER INC H nig u 3389 128 Avenue Holland MI 49424 INITIAL INSPECTION 1 Upon receipt of your Brawn Mixer check for possible shipping damage Report any damage immediately to the carrier and to Brawn Mixer Inc 2 All Brawn Mixers are shipped with the shaft and impeller s disassembled from the drive assembly In addition the clamp or cup mount and any mounting hardware
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