Sterling BP1012, BP1018 installation manual General Information, Introduction, Using This Manual

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General Information

 

 

2-1 Introduction

This family of granulators has been designed to granulate plastic material such as sprues, runners, and small reject parts.

The granulator is comprised of an infeed hopper into which the material to be granulated is fed, mounted on a cutting chamber in which a series of rotary and bed knives reduce the material to granules, the size of which is determined by the screen holes. The granules fall and collect in the bin below. The operation of the granulator is controlled by a control panel and powered by an electric motor.

2-2 Using This Manual

Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing, operating, and maintaining your granulator. The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient, proven techniques that enhance equipment productivity.

The General Information section outlines models covered, standard features, and available options. Additional sections within the manual provide instructions for installation, pre-operational procedures, operation, preventive maintenance, and corrective maintenance.

Installation instructions include all required data for receiving, unpacking, inspecting, and setup of the granulator. Whenever possible, illustrations have been included to help you complete these tasks more efficiently. We can also provide the assistance of a factory-trained technician to help train your operator(s) for a nominal charge.

Pre-operational procedures include instructions, checks, and adjustments that should be followed before commencing with operation of the granulator. These instructions are intended to supplement standard shop procedures performed at shift, daily, and weekly intervals.

The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls, in addition to information for operating the granulator safely and efficiently.

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Contents BP1000 Series Granulators Page Sterling Warranty Information Sterling Warranty Information Table of Contents Start Up and Operation Table of Figures Viii Safety Guidelines Safety ConsiderationsPage Clearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber Safety ProceduresGuidelines for Moving the Granulator Safety Features Fitted On the Granulator Safety FeaturesOpening the Granulator Safety SwitchSound Enclosure Wear protective gloves when exposed to knivesModel Motor Power Noise Test Method Introduction Using This ManualGeneral Information Description Safety Symbols Used in This ManualOptional Equipment Main Components of Standard GranulatorsModel Unpacking and Inspection Shipping InformationEvent of Shipping Damage If the Shipment is Not CompleteUncrating Your Granulator If the Shipment is Not CorrectReturns Especially the Hopper Positioning the Granulator InstallationLifting Inserting the Bin Electrical ConnectionChecking the Cutting Chamber Start-Up ChecksRemoving the Screw Knob Checking Rotation DirectionChecking Knife Position Test the Interlock SwitchesChecking the Knife Gap Start Up and Operation Pre-Operational ChecklistNever push material into the hopper with hands OperationGeneral Recommendations MaintenanceProper Belt Tension Monthly Maintenance OperationsDrive Belt Tension Belt Replacement Removal and Replacement of the ScreenRemoving the Screen Inspection and Adjustment of KnivesPage Inspection of Knives Removing and Replacing Bed KnivesRemoval and Replacement of Rotating Blades Specifications for Re-sharpening Bed Knives Bed Knife Specifications Specifications for Re-sharpening Rotor KnivesGeneral Problems 7TroubleshootingProblem Possible Causes Possible Remedies Electrical Problems Spare Parts Recommended Spare Parts ListCutting Chamber Vertical Cross Section Cutting Chamber Longitudal Cross Section Cutting Chamber Front View Cutting Chamber Rear View Typical Wiring Diagram Parts Department Contact InformationService Notes Warranty
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