Sterling BP1012, BP1018 Main Components of Standard Granulators, Optional Equipment

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2-4-2 Main Components of Standard Granulators

(See Figure 6)

1.Infeed hopper

2.Cutting chamber

3.Bin for granulated material

4.Belt drive

5.Control panel

6.Electric motor

Figure 6: Main Components of Standard Granulators

1

5

2

3

4

2-4-3 Optional Equipment

6

•Conveyor

•Other screen hole sizes

•Blower/airveying system

•Vacuum bin

•Special operating voltages

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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 Guidelines for Moving the Granulator Safety ProceduresClearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber 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 General Information Using This ManualIntroduction Description Safety Symbols Used in This ManualOptional Equipment Main Components of Standard GranulatorsModel If the Shipment is Not Complete Shipping InformationUnpacking and Inspection Event of Shipping DamageReturns If the Shipment is Not CorrectUncrating Your Granulator Especially the Hopper Lifting InstallationPositioning the Granulator 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 MaintenanceDrive Belt Tension Monthly Maintenance OperationsProper 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