Sterling BP1012, BP1018 installation manual Specifications for Re-sharpening Bed Knives

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5.Loosen and remove the knife bolts and lift the knife off the knife seat removing it from the cutting chamber.

6.Perform the above steps until all the rotor knives are removed.

NOTE: Before replacing the rotor knife with new or sharpened knives, wipe the knife seats on the rotor, being sure to clean off all process material. The tapped holes in the rotor (used for holding the knives in place) should be clear of any dirt, oil, or process material.

7.Loosen the bed knife bolts and adjusting screws, and pull back the bed knife so that the rotor knives will collide as they are installed and rotated.

8.Install new or sharpened knives on each knife seat, making sure that the rotor is still blocked to prevent it from rotating while installing each knife.

9.Before re-installing the knife bolts, wipe them clean with a lightly oil-damped cloth. Do not leave an oil film on the bolt since lubrication can adversely affect the stress on the bolt when torqued to the specified values. It is recommended that the knife bolts be replaced with each new set of knives. This will reduce the risk of bolt failure due to overstretching. Always use the specified replacement bolts.

10.Tighten each set of the knife bolts; making sure that the knife is seated against the back heel in the rotor seat. Before torquing the bolts, check that a 0.001” feeler gage cannot fit between the heel and the back of the knife.

11.Torque the rotor knife bolts to 100 Lbs./ft. (14 Kgm, 135 Nm).

12.Adjust the knife gap with the bed knives and close the machine, following Steps 8-14 in Section 6-4.

6-7 Specifications for Re-sharpening Bed Knives

Every bed knife has two cutting edges, one on each side. When a blade becomes worn, the knives can be rotated. To regrind these knives, refer to the data shown in Figure 17. Replacement of these knives is necessary when their length falls below the recommended tolerance.

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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 Safety Procedures Guidelines for Moving the GranulatorClearing 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 Using This Manual General InformationIntroduction 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 DamageIf the Shipment is Not Correct ReturnsUncrating Your Granulator Especially the Hopper Installation LiftingPositioning 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 MaintenanceMonthly Maintenance Operations Drive Belt TensionProper 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