Sterling 882.00268.00 specifications Knob Box Operation, Ratio Knob, Cycle Seconds Knob

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Chapter 5: Operation

The RPV can be controlled by one of three different controls. See Chapter 4: Installation for installation instructions.

Knob box — Used with Autoloader hopper loaders. This control is supplied with Model RPV-A.

Stand-Alone control — Used with central vacuum system vacuum hoppers. This control is supplied with models RPV-B and RPV-D.

Hopper loader control — Used with 9953 and 9963 hopper loaders. The existing control box for these models has the circuitry to control model RPV-C Remote Proportioning Valves already installed.

5-1 Knob Box Operation

Knob box controls are used with Autoload Hopper Loaders and are supplied with the RPV-A. The Knob Box has two knobs, a power switch, and a power indicator light. Install the knob box as described in Section 4-2 on page 16.

Ratio Knob

The knob labeled RATIO controls the relative delivery proportion of Material A to Material B, typically virgin and regrind. This knob may be adjusted in a range from all Material A and no Material B to no Material A and all Material B.

These ratios are approximate. For a known proportion, use the weight test procedure in Section 5-4 on page 24.

Cycle Seconds Knob

The knob labeled CYCLE SECONDS controls the total length of each proportioning cycle. This knob may be adjusted from zero (0) to twenty (20) seconds to fine-tune the proportioning operation to the convey time of the vacuum receiver being loaded.

For example, if the cycle time is 20 seconds and the Ratio knob is at 50/50, Material A will convey for 10 seconds and Material B will convey for 10 seconds. The cycle repeats automatically.

Power Switch and Indicator

The power toggle switch can be used to turn the Autoload Hopper Loader On and Off if the power switch on the Autoloader is ON. The POWER ON light is illuminated when power is applied. The knob box is supplied with twelve (12) feet of cable and can serve as a remote On/Off switch.

Note: The knob box and Autoloader hopper loader power switches must both be ON for the loader to operate.

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Contents SPV Remote Proportioning Valve Parts and Service Department Shipping Info Table of Contents Troubleshooting How to Use This Manual SafetySafety Symbols Used in this Manual Remote Proportioning Valve Safety Safety General Safety Information Wear Safety Glasses and Work GlovesPage General Description Functional DescriptionModels Covered in This Manual How it WorksTypical Features and Components RPV- B and DWall Mount Installation InstallationMounting the RPV Wall-Mount Configuration Floor-Mount Installation Floor-Mount ConfigurationMachine-Mount Installation Installing the RPV Controls Installing the RPV-A Autoload Knob Box ControlKnob Box Assembly RPV-B or RPV-D Standalone Connection Diagram Standalone Junction Box Assembly Installing the RPV-C 9953 and 9963 Hopper Loader Control RPV-C to 9953 or 9963 Connection DiagramKnob Box Operation Power Switch and IndicatorOperation Ratio KnobStandalone Control Operation Hopper Loader Conversion Operation ExampleWeight Test for Accurate Proportioning Troubleshooting IntroductionProblem Possible cause Solution Appendix Customer Satisfaction Warranty ProgramTechnical Specifications Electrical RequirementsDrawings and Diagrams RPV DimensionsRPV Assembly Drawing and Parts Breakdown Parts Department Service DepartmentTechnical Assistance Sales Department