Sterling AF-XXX Initial Start-up, Pre-Startup Checks, Starting Up the Additive Feeder

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3-5 Initial Start-up

Pre-Startup Checks

;Are all the electrical connections correct, secure and to code?

;Is the auger insert locked in place?

;Are the motor and auger properly coupled and the motor mount locked in place?

;Are the cleanout and calibration hatches shut and secured?

;Are all tools, hardware, etc., cleared from the feeder?

;Is the processing machine ready for operation?

;Is the control relay connection to the processing machine properly installed?

;Is there an adequate supply of additive in the supply hopper?

;Is the supply system (if installed) ready for operation?

Starting Up the Additive Feeder

1.Turn the power switch ON.

2.Set the desired feed rate on the RPM display using the up or down arrows.

3.Flip the motor switch to AUTO.

If the additive feeder is installed correctly, it should begin operation at the desired RPM when the processing machine screw is in operation.

Shutting Down the Additive Feeder

1.Flip the motor switch to the OFF (center) position.

2.Turn the power OFF.

For long term shutdown, disconnect power and clean the additive feeder.

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Contents SF Series Additive Feeders Shipping Information Table of Contents Program Parameter Descriptions Safety How to Use This ManualSafety Symbols Used in this Manual Wear Safety Glasses and Work Gloves General Responsibility ResponsibilityRemember Operator ResponsibilityMaintenance Responsibility Additive Feeder Safety TagsReporting a Safety Defect Mechanical Features Standard FeaturesFunctional Description Models Covered in This ManualElectrical Features Controller FeaturesOptions Safety Devices and Interlocks AccessoriesSafety Circuit Standards Safety Device Lock-OutsFail Safe Operation Supply System Installation InstallationUncrating the Equipment Rigging and Placing the Additive FeederMain Power Connection Electrical ConnectionsControl Relay Connection Determining the Desired Feed Rate Setup Procedures110 100 Calibration Procedure ProcedureEquipment Needed Observed Feed Rates ExamplesPre-Startup Checks Initial Start-upStarting Up the Additive Feeder Shutting Down the Additive FeederUsed as a Cycle Override Safety Timer Timer ModuleOperation Start-upElapsed Time Module Counter ModuleInjection Molding Injection Molding ApplicationsControl Relay Connection Field Control ProgrammingResetting the Unit to Un-Programmed State JP1 Program Enable JumperProgramming Step by Step Guide Additive Feeders Operation Injection Mode Application Notes Extruder Tracking Control Extrusion ApplicationsExtruder Tracking Equation Extruder Tracking Installation and SetupRunning Mode Parameter-Selection ModeValue Mode Resetting the Unit to Un-Programmed State Input Pulse Signal Requirements Extruder Tracking Control Application NotesMinimum Input Pulse Rate Minimum and Maximum Percent Setpoints Maximum Input Pulse RateDefining Program Parameters Program Parameter DescriptionsMode 1 Default to Zero Parameter 19 Power-up Value Parameter 35 Signal Input 2 S2 Input Configuration Parameter 36 Signal Input 2 S2 Setpoint Maintenance Preventative Maintenance SchedulePhotocopy this page for your maintenance records Material Cleanout/Changeover Preventative MaintenanceAuger Assembly Changeover Corrective MaintenanceRemoving Auger Assembly Installing Auger AssemblyMotor Brush Replacement Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Corrective actionIntroduction Problem Possible cause Corrective action Additive Feeders Troubleshooting Technical Specifications AppendixAnnex B Information Additive Feeder Specifications and Overall Dimensions Drawings and DiagramsTypical Additive Feeder Controllers Exploded Assembly Drawing Parts List Spare Parts ListDetail # Part number Part/assembly description One Component Control Enclosure Parts Identification Warranty Returns Safety Tag InformationReturned Material Policy Credit ReturnsCompany Logo Additive Feeder Identification Serial Number TagSterling, Inc Th Street New Berlin, WI Technical AssistanceWorksheet for Charting Feed Rates