Sterling D48160s manual Knife Screw Torque, Belt Tension, Screen Condition

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MAINTENANCE

SECTION 6-2

Periodic Maintenance

LUBRICATION

Motor lubrication: check the tag from the motor manufacturer.

Main rotor bearings are lubricated at the factory but need re-lubrication periodically. Grease fittings are pro- vided for re-lubrication and are located on the right and left-hand bearing housings. Lubricate every month or 750 hours, while the machine is running, with approximately 84 grams (3 oz.) of grease. Use a lithium-based grease conforming to NLGI grade #1. More frequent lubrication may be required in severe applications.

KNIFE SCREW TORQUE

Weekly, check the torque on the knife hold-down screws for both the rotor and the bed knives. Refer to Section 4, Settings and Adjustments, for torque specs.

BELT TENSION

During the initial run-in period, check the belt tension at least two times in the first two days of operation. After the initial run-in period check the belt tension on the drive monthly. Refer to the subsection entitled Drive Belt Replacement and Adjustment in Section 4, Settings and Adjustments.

SCREEN CONDITION

Inspect the screen monthly for wear and cracks. Check the holes in the screen for elongation. Turn the screens front-to-back monthly to even out the wear.

Refer to the instructions later in this section for screen access information.

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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 Keep Your Work Area Safe Wear Protective ClothingKeep 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 OverviewAllow Adequate Work Space Section Move the Granulator to ITS Work SiteLevel the Granulator Remove the Protective Coating Electrical Wiring Section Check for Mechanical Interferences SET UP the Machine FunctionsCheck 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 Release the Cutting Chamber Fasteners Open the Cutting Chamber InterlockSee -10 page 87 for Cutting Chamber Opening Instructions Install the Rotor Locating PIN Remove the BED Knives Loosen the Mounting ScrewsRemove 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 ShieldsCheck the Knife GAP Measure the Knife GAPSET the Downstroke Knife Shield Tighten the Screws to Final Torque Finalize Installation of Upstroke BED KnifeSee -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 Remove the Mounting Screws Lock the RotorRemove 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 DeflectionCompare Measured Force to Recommended Force Adjust the Belt TensionTighten 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 the Jackscrew CLOSED-POSITION Limit SET & Test the Mounting Bracket Limit SwitchChamber 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 Close the Screen Cradle Retainers Adjust the Cradle CLOSED-POSITION Limit SwitchClose the Screen Cradle Interlock Control Circuit Adjust the Sensor PositionZero Speed Sensor Zero Speed Sensor OperationKnife Length Setting Rotor Knife Installation Into FixtureRotor Knife Preparation Adjustable Rotor Knife Installation Knife Length SETTING-INSPECTIONHydraulic Pump Operation Hydraulic Opening Position SwitchesOperation Check the Motor Rotation Direction Discharge AIR AdjustmentRUN the Motor Shut Down the Machine Cleaning the Discharge TransitionSafely Clearing a Jam Maintenance Check Daily Weekly Monthly Periodic Maintenance ScheduleBelt Tension Knife Screw TorqueScreen 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 Test Equipment Troubleshooting ChartLocating 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