Sterling AF-XXX specifications Shipping Information

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Shipping Information

Unpacking and Inspection

You should inspect your additive feeder for possible shipping damage.

Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit, such as broken or loose wiring and components, loose hardware and mounting screws, etc.

In the Event of Shipping Damage

According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and place of shipment.

Notify the transportation company’s local agent if you discover damage.

Hold the damaged goods and packing material for the examining agent’s inspection. Do not

return any goods before the transportation company’s inspection and authorization.

File a claim with the transportation company. Substantiate the claim by referring to the agent’s report. A certified copy of our invoice is available upon request. The original Bill of Lading is attached to our original invoice. If the shipment was prepaid, write us for a receipted transportation bill.

Advise customer service regarding your wish for assistance and to obtain an RMA (return material authorization) number.

If the Shipment is Not Complete

Check the packing list as back-ordered items are noted on the packing list. In addition to the equipment itself, you should have:

;Bill of lading

;Packing list

;Operating and Installation packet

;Electrical schematic and panel layout drawings

;Component instruction manuals (if applicable)

Re-inspect the container and packing material to see if you missed any smaller items during unpacking.

If the Shipment is Not Correct

If the shipment is not what you ordered, contact the parts and service department immediately at (262) 641-8610. Have the order number and item number available. Hold the items until you receive shipping instructions.

Returns

Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until you receive shipping instructions from the shipping department.

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Contents SF Series Additive Feeders Shipping Information Table of Contents Program Parameter Descriptions Safety Symbols Used in this Manual SafetyHow to Use This Manual Wear Safety Glasses and Work Gloves Responsibility General ResponsibilityOperator Responsibility RememberAdditive Feeder Safety Tags Maintenance ResponsibilityReporting a Safety Defect Functional Description Standard FeaturesMechanical Features Models Covered in This ManualOptions Electrical FeaturesController Features Accessories Safety Devices and InterlocksFail Safe Operation Safety Circuit StandardsSafety Device Lock-Outs Uncrating the Equipment InstallationSupply System Installation Rigging and Placing the Additive FeederControl Relay Connection Main Power ConnectionElectrical Connections Setup Procedures Determining the Desired Feed Rate110 100 Equipment Needed Calibration ProcedureProcedure Examples Observed Feed RatesStarting Up the Additive Feeder Initial Start-upPre-Startup Checks Shutting Down the Additive FeederOperation Timer ModuleUsed as a Cycle Override Safety Timer Start-upCounter Module Elapsed Time ModuleControl Relay Connection Injection Molding ApplicationsInjection Molding Field Control ProgrammingProgramming Step by Step Guide Resetting the Unit to Un-Programmed StateJP1 Program Enable Jumper Additive Feeders Operation Injection Mode Application Notes Extrusion Applications Extruder Tracking ControlExtruder Tracking Installation and Setup Extruder Tracking EquationValue Mode Running ModeParameter-Selection Mode Resetting the Unit to Un-Programmed State Minimum Input Pulse Rate Input Pulse Signal RequirementsExtruder Tracking Control Application Notes Maximum Input Pulse Rate Minimum and Maximum Percent SetpointsProgram Parameter Descriptions Defining Program ParametersMode 1 Default to Zero Parameter 19 Power-up Value Parameter 35 Signal Input 2 S2 Input Configuration Parameter 36 Signal Input 2 S2 Setpoint Photocopy this page for your maintenance records MaintenancePreventative Maintenance Schedule Preventative Maintenance Material Cleanout/ChangeoverRemoving Auger Assembly Corrective MaintenanceAuger Assembly Changeover Installing Auger AssemblyMotor Brush Replacement Introduction TroubleshootingProblem Possible cause Corrective action Problem Possible cause Corrective action Additive Feeders Troubleshooting Annex B Information Technical SpecificationsAppendix Drawings and Diagrams Additive Feeder Specifications and Overall DimensionsTypical Additive Feeder Controllers Spare Parts List Exploded Assembly Drawing Parts ListDetail # Part number Part/assembly description One Component Control Enclosure Parts Identification Returned Material Policy Safety Tag InformationWarranty Returns Credit ReturnsAdditive Feeder Identification Serial Number Tag Company LogoTechnical Assistance Sterling, Inc Th Street New Berlin, WIWorksheet for Charting Feed Rates