Sterling SMS 850, 1200 3-3Initial Start-up, Checking the Rotational Direction, General Advice

Checking the Rotational Direction

Rotational direction of the motors must be checked before initial start-up. The following steps must be completed.

1.Switch the machine ON and then immediately OFF again.

2.Observe whether the discharge air fan in the drive motor is rotating in the direction of the direction arrow.

NOTE: If running in the wrong direction, reconnect the motor connection immediately. Damage to the machine will result from operation in the wrong direction.

3-3 Initial Start-up

General Advice

•All work related to start-up may only be carried out by trained and specialized personnel.

•Check the machine for possible transportation damage or other damage. If any damage exists, confirm it with the freight company and report it to the manufacturer.

•After setting up for service and before starting up for the first time, necessary checks must be completed.

•Check the oil level of the gear box before operating the machine.

•Fill oil into the hydraulic tank.

•Please observe the operation manual from the manufacturer!

Machine Check Prior to Start-up

9Use a torque wrench to check the cutter mounting screws when lower housing flap is open.

9Search the grinding chamber for foreign matter.

9Open the lower housing flap and make sure the screen has been inserted in accordance with the regulations.

9Close upper housing flap and fasten screws tightly.

9Check oil level of the gear box.

9Fill oil into the hydraulic unit.

9Examine in-feed device (accessories) for foreign matter.

9Check that the Emergency Stop buttons are unlocked.

9Check all safety devices for proper functioning.

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