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Sterling BP1640 Accessing Cutting Chamber, 4-1Opening Cutting Chamber, 4-2Closing Cutting Chamber

Models: BP1620 BP1640 BP1628

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4-1 Opening Cutting Chamber

1.Allow material to run out of the cutting chamber.

2.Shut OFF and LOCKOUT all power, including the main disconnect switch.

3.Release latch that holds (2) front doors closed. Loosen the handle (knob) on the front right hand door. This hand-knob when fully loosened stays captive to the door.

4.Loosen fasteners on front of machine. They are designed to remain with the upper screen chamber.

5.Rotate handle (right side of machine) clockwise to open the cutting chamber

WARNING!

DO NOT USE ANY OTHER MEANS TO CRANK OPEN THE MACHINE OTHER THAN THE HAND CRANK PROVIDED. Using other methods of turning the jack will result in damage to the unit.

NOTE: The cutting chamber is designed to open 90o to access the knives, but can be left open at any position on the way up depending on the reason for opening. The jack screw is a self-locking acme screw that will not back travel.

CAUTION!

New or resharpened knives should be handled with extreme care. It is suggested that the sharp cutting edges be covered with tape to prevent damage to the knives or injury to personnel during installation.

4-2 Closing Cutting Chamber

1.Double check the cutting chamber area for tools, rags, and other debris left in the area.

2.Rotate the crank handle counterclockwise to close..

3.Raise screen cradle and tighten the fasteners.

4.Close and latch the (2) front doors. Tighten the hand knob on the right side door.

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FAQ

What should I do before opening the cutting chamber?

Before opening the cutting chamber, make sure to allow material to run out of the chamber, shut off and lockout all power, release the latch that holds the front doors closed, and loosen the fasteners on the front of the machine.

How should I handle new or resharpened knives?

New or resharpened knives should be handled with extreme care. It is suggested that the sharp cutting edges be covered with tape to prevent damage to the knives or injury to personnel during installation.

What steps should I follow to close the cutting chamber?

Double check the cutting chamber area for tools, rags, and other debris left in the area, rotate the crank handle counterclockwise to close, raise the screen cradle and tighten the fasteners, and then close and latch the 2 front doors.