Sterling D48160s manual Section Overview, Uncrate the Granulator

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INSTALLATION

SECTION 3-1

OVERVIEW

This section deals with the procedures required to place your BP 2400 Series Granulator into service after you receive it at your plant. The following basic steps need to be accomplished.

Uncrating the machine

Accounting for all necessary parts

Inspecting for damage and reporting any damage to the carrier

Cleaning the protective coating from the machine

Moving the machine to its service location

Checking and, if necessary, adjusting mechanical parts before applying electrical power

Connecting electrical power to the machine control panel and hydraulic cylinder/jackscrew control panel located on the machine

Performing the start-up procedure

PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS, AS OUTLINED TO ACHIEVE A SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL START- UP OF YOUR GP-SERIES GRANULATOR.

The machine weights for the BP-Series Granulators are as follows: BP 2428-10000 pounds BP 2439-13000 pounds BP 2456-16000 pounds

UNCRATE THE GRANULATOR

As shipped, the granulator and the hopper are securely bolted onto separate skids and covered with a wooden crate. The electrical cabinet, an optional item, is similarly packaged when ordered.

Remove the strapping.

Remove the packages and parts from the skid or inner sides of the crate. Remove the hold-

down bolts, nuts, etc.

Inspect for damage during transit and notify the carrier immediately of any damage.

Check the packing list and notify Sterling if there are any shortages.

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Contents Sterling,Inc Sterling, Inc Refer to this Sheet When Ordering PartsTable of Contents Settings and Adjustments Topic SECTION/PAGE Table of Contents Operation Adjustable Rotor Knives…………………………………………………………………4-35From previous MaintenanceTroubleshooting MaintenanceParts Lists and Drawings Page Introduction What is a GRANULATOR?Section Learn Machine SafetyRotating Knives Safety Plate Follow the Safety InstructionsOpening Hopper Safety Plate Jackscrew Reversing Operation Guards Safety PlateHazardous Voltage Safety Plate Safety Instruction PlateMotor Rotation Safety Plate Rotating Knives Safety PlateSafety Clothing & Practices Wear Protective Clothing Keep Your Work Area SafeKeep CO-WORKERS OFF the Machine Be Sure the Rotor is Motionless Before Opening Machine Machine Opening DevicesOpen the Cutting Chamber SectionRestart the Granulator Clear the JAMMachine and Controls BP 2400 Series Granulator Right Front Quarter View BP 2400 Series Granulator Left Rear Quarter View Uncrate the Granulator Section OverviewSection Move the Granulator to ITS Work Site Allow Adequate Work SpaceLevel the Granulator Remove the Protective Coating Electrical Wiring SET UP the Machine Functions Section Check for Mechanical InterferencesCheck Rotation of Motors Alternate Test for the Interlock Switches Interlock Switch Test ProcedureInstallation Test the Zero Speed Sensor Alternate Test for the Interlock Switches from previousTest the Zero Speed Sensor LubricationSettings and Adjustments Open the Cutting Chamber Interlock Release the Cutting Chamber FastenersSee -10 page 87 for Cutting Chamber Opening Instructions Install the Rotor Locating PIN Loosen the Mounting Screws Remove the BED KnivesRemove the First Knife Clamp or Shield Replace the Upstroke Knife Clamp Replace the Upstroke BED KnifeCheck the BED Knives GAP Adjustment TipsReplace the Downstroke BED Knife Replace the Downstroke Knife ShieldsMeasure the Knife GAP Check the Knife GAPSET the Downstroke Knife Shield Finalize Installation of Upstroke BED Knife Tighten the Screws to Final TorqueSee -11 page 88 for Cutting Chamber Closing Instructions Fasten the Cutting Chamber Close the Cutting Chamber Safety InterlockBasic Facts about the Knives See -10 page 87 for Cutting Chamber Opening Instructions Lock the Rotor Remove the Mounting ScrewsRemove the Rotor Knives Photo Clean Parts for ReassemblyMeasure the Knife GAP GAP Adjustment TipsTighten the Screws to Final Torque Check the Knife GAPFasten the Cutting Chamber Remove the Drive Guard Cover Tighten the Belt Tension Install the Matched BeltsInspect the Drive Belts Remove the BeltsMeasure the Deflection Force Check the Pulley AlignmentMeasure the Belt Span Calculate the Allowable Belt DeflectionAdjust the Belt Tension Compare Measured Force to Recommended ForceTighten the Motor Base Bolts Replace the Drive Guard Cover Setting and Adjusting the Chamber Jackscrew Cutting Chamber Open Setpoint Adjust the Jackscrew OPEN-POSITION Limit Switch If the Motor Stops Before the Cutting Chamber Closes SET the Jackscrew CLOSED-POSITION Limit SwitchSET & Test the Mounting Bracket Limit Switch SET the Jackscrew CLOSED-POSITION LimitChamber Stops Before IT Closes but Motor Continues to RUN From previous Close the Cutting Chamber Safety Interlock Retract the Screen Cradle Retainers Cradle Open Position Adjust the Cradle OPEN-POSITION Limit Switch Check the Cradle CLOSED-POSITION Switch Adjust the Cradle CLOSED-POSITION Limit Switch Close the Screen Cradle RetainersClose the Screen Cradle Interlock Control Circuit Adjust the Sensor PositionZero Speed Sensor Zero Speed Sensor OperationRotor Knife Installation Into Fixture Knife Length SettingRotor Knife Preparation Adjustable Rotor Knife Installation Knife Length SETTING-INSPECTIONHydraulic Pump Operation Hydraulic Opening Position SwitchesOperation Discharge AIR Adjustment Check the Motor Rotation DirectionRUN the Motor Shut Down the Machine Cleaning the Discharge TransitionSafely Clearing a Jam Maintenance Check Daily Weekly Monthly Periodic Maintenance ScheduleKnife Screw Torque Belt TensionScreen Condition Upper Chamber Pivot ARM-SCREWS Infeed Flap ConditionRetract the Screen Cradle Retainers Open the Screen Cradle InterlockSee -12 page 90 for Screen Cradle Lowering Instructions Replace the Screen Remove the ScreenMaintenance Close the Screen Cradle Interlock Cutting Chamber Access Open the Cutting Chamber with Hydraulics Open the Cutting Chamber with JackscrewsClose the Cutting Chamber with Jackscrews Fasten the Cutting Chamber Lower Raising the Screen Cradle with Jackscrews Rotor Knife Sharpening BED Knife Sharpening Troubleshooting Chart Test EquipmentLocating Trouble Section Mechanical Faults Electrical Faults Problem Probable Cause RemedyBP2400 Series Parts List and Drawings 100 Parts Identification Drawing No. A-48050 Sheet 3 Parts Identification Drawing No. A-48050 Sheet 4 Parts Identification Drawing No. A-48150 Sheet 1 Parts Lists and Drawings Parts Identification Drawing No Sheet 1 Parts Identification Drawing No -460 Sheet 1 Wiring Diagram Drawing No. A-399598 Sheet 1 108 Drawing No -1 Sheet 1 Wiring Diagram for Hydraulics Drawing No. D-499061 Sheet 1 Wiring Drawing No. D-499044 Sheet 1 112 113