Sterling AF-XXX specifications Appendix, Technical Specifications, Annex B Information

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Chapter 8: Appendix

8-1 Technical Specifications

Annex B Information

The following design information is provided for your reference:

1.No modifications are allowed to this equipment that could alter the CE compliance

2.

Ambient temperature:

0 degrees Celsius – Maximum (104 degrees Fahrenheit)

3.

Environment:

Clean, dust-free and non-explosive

 

 

4.

 

Radiation:

 

None

 

 

 

5.

 

Vibration:

 

Minimal, i.e. machine mounting

 

6.

 

Allowable voltage fluctuation:

+/- 10%

 

 

7.

 

Allowable frequency fluctuation:

Continuous

+/- 1%

 

 

 

 

 

Intermittent

+/- 2%

 

8.

 

Nominal supply voltage:

460/3/60 (Verify on serial number tag)

9.

Earth ground type:

TN (system has one point directly earthed through a protective conductor)

10.Power supply should include a ground connection.

11.Over-current protection is supplied in the additive feeder, but additional protection should be supplied by the user.

12.The door-mounted disconnect serves as the electrical disconnect device.

13.Additive feeder is not equipped with local lighting.

14.Functional identification

15.Additive Feeder is equipped with a CE mark

16.Additive Feeder is supplied with an operating manual in the language of the destination country.

17.Cable support may be required for power cord, depending on final installation.

18.No one is required to be in the interior of the electrical enclosure during the normal operation of the unit. Only skilled electricians should be inside the enclosure for maintenance.

19.Doors can be opened with a screwdriver, but no keys are required.

20.Two-hand control is not required or provided.

21.All additive feeders should be moved around and set in a place with a lift truck or equivalent.

22.There are no frequent repetitive cycles that require manual controlrepetitive functions are automatic while the additive feeder is operating.

23.An inspection report detailing the functional test is included with the additive feeder.

24.The machine is not equipped with cableless controls.

25.Color-coded (harmonized) power cord is sufficient for proper installation.

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Contents SF Series Additive Feeders Shipping Information Table of Contents Program Parameter Descriptions How to Use This Manual SafetySafety Symbols Used in 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 ManualController Features Electrical FeaturesOptions Accessories Safety Devices and InterlocksSafety Device Lock-Outs Safety Circuit StandardsFail Safe Operation Uncrating the Equipment InstallationSupply System Installation Rigging and Placing the Additive FeederElectrical Connections Main Power ConnectionControl Relay Connection Setup Procedures Determining the Desired Feed Rate110 100 Procedure Calibration ProcedureEquipment Needed 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 ProgrammingJP1 Program Enable Jumper Resetting the Unit to Un-Programmed StateProgramming Step by Step Guide Additive Feeders Operation Injection Mode Application Notes Extrusion Applications Extruder Tracking ControlExtruder Tracking Installation and Setup Extruder Tracking EquationParameter-Selection Mode Running ModeValue Mode Resetting the Unit to Un-Programmed State Extruder Tracking Control Application Notes Input Pulse Signal RequirementsMinimum Input Pulse Rate 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 Preventative Maintenance Schedule MaintenancePhotocopy this page for your maintenance records Preventative Maintenance Material Cleanout/ChangeoverRemoving Auger Assembly Corrective MaintenanceAuger Assembly Changeover Installing Auger AssemblyMotor Brush Replacement Problem Possible cause Corrective action TroubleshootingIntroduction Problem Possible cause Corrective action Additive Feeders Troubleshooting Appendix Technical SpecificationsAnnex B Information 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