Sterling 882.00274.00 specifications Start-up, Controller Description and Operation, Switches

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Chapter 4: Operation

4-1 Start-up

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 correcly, it should begin operation at the desired RPM when the processing machine screw is in operation.

4-2 Controller Description and Operation

Identifying Control Panel Indicator Lights and Switches on the Controller

Switches

Power Switch. This switch turns the control ON and OFF.

Motor Switch. This switch has three (3) positions:

•OFF stops the auger motor.

•AUTO starts normal automatic operation.

•MANUAL operates the auger at the set point as long as the switch is held in this position. Use this feature when calibrating the feeder or during cleanout.

Indicator Lights

Motor Light. This indicator lights when the auger motor is turning.

Auger Speed. This LED displays the auger speed setpoint.

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Contents SF Series Additive Feeders Parts and Service Department Shipping Information Table of Contents Troubleshooting Safety Symbols Used in this Manual SafetyHow to Use This Manual Wear Safety Glasses and Work Gloves General Responsibility ResponsibilityRemember Operator ResponsibilityReporting a Safety Defect Maintenance ResponsibilityModels Covered in This Manual Standard FeaturesMechanical Features Functional DescriptionOptions Electrical FeaturesController Features Accessories Fail Safe Operation Safety Devices and InterlocksSafety Circuit Standards Safety Device Lock-Outs Rigging and Placing the Additive Feeder InstallationSupply System Installation Uncrating the EquipmentControl Relay Connection Main Power ConnectionElectrical Connections Determining the Desired Feed Rate Setup Procedures110 100 Equipment Needed Calibration ProcedureProcedure Observed Feed Rates ExamplesShutting Down the Additive Feeder Initial Start-upPre-Startup Checks Starting Up the Additive FeederStart-up SwitchesIndicator Lights OperationCounter Module Timer ModuleUsed as a Cycle Override Safety Timer Elapsed Time Module Set Point #2 Motor Control Bottom Low Level Regrind Feeder with Proximity SwitchDual Setpoint Control Operation 2 Component Applications Extruder Tracking Control Extruder Tracking Installation and SetupExtruder Tracking Equation Motor RPM = 25.2 X Auger RPM Desired Display SettingField Control Programming EquationProgramming for Follower Operation Programming ModeViewing or Changing the Constant Program Minimum Setting Viewing or Changing the Program Minimum SettingViewing or Changing the Program Maximum Setting Exiting Programming Mode and Returning to Run ModeShutting Down the Additive Feeder Additive Feeder Control Factory DefaultsPhotocopy this page for your maintenance records MaintenancePreventative Maintenance Schedule Material Cleanout/Changeover Preventative MaintenanceInstalling Auger Assembly Corrective MaintenanceAuger Assembly Changeover Removing Auger AssemblyReplacement Motor Brush Part Numbers Motor Brush ReplacementIntroduction TroubleshootingProblem Possible cause Corrective action Additive Feeders Troubleshooting Appendix WarrantyOptional Components Annex B Information Technical SpecificationsAdditive Feeder Specifications and Overall Dimensions Drawings and DiagramsTypical Additive Feeder Controllers SET Point Exploded Assembly Drawing Parts List Spare Parts ListA0541292 Auger Assembly, 1/2 One Component Control Enclosure Parts Identification Two Component Control Enclosure Parts Identification Returned Material Policy Safety Tag InformationWarranty Returns Additive Feeder Safety TagsTechnical Assistance Additive Feeder Identification Serial Number TagPhotocopy this page for your records Worksheet for Charting Feed Rates