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Sterling A0567659 manual Weigh Hopper, Locating Tabs

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The weigh hopper on the SGB blender is used to weigh each batch of material, and includes an air-operated discharge valve. After the batch is weighed and the level sensor in the lower mix section is uncovered, the valve will open and discharge the batch into the mixer with the existing blended material. The discharge valve is also provided with a quick disconnect so the weigh hopper can be removed for cleaning.

On an SGB blender, the weigh hopper rests on each side on a precision cantilever load cell. To remove the weigh hopper, lift the hopper from the bottom, hold the discharge valve closed, and slide it out once clear of the locating tab on the bracket above the load cell.

Once the hopper has been cleaned, reposition it onto the load cell brackets, using care not to damage the load cells. Position the hopper as close to the center position between the load cells as possible.

Important! Use care when replacing the weigh hopper, since the load cells are delicate weighing instruments and can be easily damaged. Do not use force to push in the weigh hopper. If it is positioned properly,

it will slide in very easily.

Load cells, if damaged, will have to be sent back to the manufacturer for testing and evaluation.

LOCATING TABS

LOAD CELL	WEIGH HOPPER
	LOAD CELL

AIR CYLINDER

DISCHARGE VALVE

SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller

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Sterling A0567659 manual Weigh Hopper, Locating Tabs

Contents

Page Model # Serial # Table of Contents Maintenance Wear Safety Glasses and Work Gloves Safety ConsiderationsSterling SGB-E Series Blenders Annex B Information Customer Service AccessoriesIntroduction Equipment FunctionSystem Capabilities Necessary DocumentsEquipment Covered by this Manual SGB BlendersSGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Three 3 types of recipe entry procedures available SGB -E Series Specifications SGB Model SGB Blender System Component DescriptionMaterial Supply Hoppers Typical Material Supply HoppersSlide Gate Metering Assemblies SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Locating Tabs Weigh HopperWeigh Hopper Discharge Valve Opti-Mixer Mix ChamberHC Mixer Operator Control PanelTypical Setup Screens Typical Operator Screens SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pneumatic Slide Gate Below Mixer Optional Mixer Slide Gate Switch PositionsWork Rules SafetyTools and Equipment Needed Mechanical InstallationSafety Considerations General Responsibility Reporting a Safety DefectRemember Operator ResponsibilityMaintenance Responsibility Description and Objectives SafetyFail Safe Operation Safety Circuit StandardsSafety Device Lock-Outs Line Cord Plug Lock-Outs, Plugs, and Other Safety DevicesElectric Safety Interlock Switch All Models Unpacking and Inspection Shipping InformationEvent of Shipping Damages If the Shipment is Not Complete United Parcel Service ShipmentParcel Post Shipment Returns If the Shipment is Not CorrectMounting Configuration Installation & SetupChapter Description and Objectives Site RequirementsSGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Mezzanine Mount Floor Mount Central Blender Lifting Lug Installation OverviewElectrical Installation Blender Set-up Pneumatic InstallationLoad Cell Mechanical Stop Adjustment Weigh Hopper InstallationLoad Cell Adjustment Final Setup SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller SGB Blender Sequence of Operation Quick Start ProcedureOperation Most common in injection molding Recipe Entry FormatsQuick Set Parts Mode Percentage ModeMost common in extrusion and blow molding Often used in Compounding ApplicationsSwitching Modes Example of a 5-component Blend in Parts ModePreset Part Calculated Weight Ratio Control Recipe Page Start SGB Series Control System Menu StructureBlender Calibration Additional settings that usually do not have to be changedSGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Setting up a recipe Controller Mode SetupInventory Shutdown Color Change Blender where there are moving parts Please refer to the SGB menu structure in Section Additional Operation Features Display Description LCDMenu tree Re-Mix Timer Mix TimerWeigh Hopper Dump Time Weigh Hopper Dump Delay TimeMixer Options Weigh Hopper Dump Cycle Feeder Alarm Setup & FlagsMAX Hopper Weight Exceeded Calibration Error General Operation Feeder Clean OutAdditional Control Functions SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Standard Run Time Displays Recipe Menu Recipe Format Menu Current Recipe MenuQuick Set Menu SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Batch Size Batch Size MenuInventory Shutdown Recipe Book Storage Menus Save Running Recipe to the Book Erase Recipe or Entire Book Display Recipe ContentsLoad a Saved Recipe from the Book Setting Date & Time Controller Features Display Time and DateStroke Limiter Stroke Limiters for Metering GatesMaintaining Blenders MaintenanceController Setup SGB Series Blender Menu Structure Units SetupMechanical Typical Model SGB Assembly OverviewDaily WeeklyElectrical Input Signals to Programmable ControllerOutput Signals from Programmable Controller Pneumatic System Maintenance Description and Objectives 7TroubleshootingProblem Possible solution Done in the field, the controller warranty will be voided Problem Possible solution Blender Options Spare Parts Spare Parts ListModel SGB-450 Model SGB-900Overview Component Identification and LocationSGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Mixer Frame Typical Opti-Mixer Frame Assembly Typical Supply Hopper Typical Weigh Hopper Typical SGB-450 Series Hopper Assembly DetailTypical Weigh Hopper & Load Cell Detail Parts Department Technical AssistanceCredit Returns Warranty ReturnsReturned Material Policy Warranty SGB Blender Safety Tags Safety Tag InformationPower Off Power OnPushbutton and Touchscreen Tags ButtonModel Number SGB-900 Max Blend Capacity 318 KG/HR Blender Identification Serial Number TagLocated on back of mixing chamber 12Appendix Addendum Service Supervisor InformationProgrammable Settings Available Selections Factory Setup MenuAdvanced Weight SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 107 Feed Calibration Select a feeder by touching the Select Feeder Customer Setup MenuFeeder Setup Programmable Features Service Notes Default Values factory defaults shown PasswordsAlarm Setup SGB Blender Configuration Parameters Cont’dFeed CAL Options SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 115 116 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 117 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller