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4. Operation Instructions
NOTE:
Please read this section carefully, as most problems occur during the first days of operation. These
problems can be eliminated by a careful review of this section.
Machine ready
: all doors, covers, guards, and limit switches are in place, securely fastened, and functional. All
accessory components are properly connected.
Turn the main disconnect switch to the
ON
position.
1.
Press the
FAN START
button on the control panel.
2.
Press the
DINSINTEGRATOR START
button on the disintegrator control panel.
3.
Press the pre-shredder
CONTROL ON
pushbutton and then wait 10-15 seconds.
4.
Press the pre-shredder
EQUIPMENT ON
button. Lamp will illuminate, indicating that the motor is
running.
5.
If a briquettor was ordered with this machine, press the
BRIQ ON
button on the briquettor control
panel.
6.
At this point, check the conveyor belt to ensure that no tools or foreign materials have been placed on
the unit. Press the
CONVEYOR ON
button and feed materials. The belt will stop and run intermittently by
timers.
7.
Load feedstock at a uniform rate that does not exceed the capacity of the machine.
New Operators:
Start with feed rates of 5 lbs. per minute to get a feel for the output rates. Allow a pause
between feed lots for cutting time and evacuation.
NOTE:
Overfeeding can cause the disintegrator to jam. However, the stage 1 shredder has a built-in auto reverse
feature to clear moderate jams. Depending on final particle size and security screen hole size, output rates can
vary.
NOTE:
If there is an access door on the hopper (for inspection or clean-out purposes) that is limit switch
interlocked, make certain the limit switch actuator bracket is re-installed and is properly in contact with the limit
switch or the machine will not start.
Temporary machine stops:
When temporarily stopping the machine, allow all material to run out of the cutting chamber.
Never
try to restart the machine with material remaining inside the cutting chamber.
Final machine stops:
When shutting the machine down, allow all material to pass through the fan (optional) and into the
cyclonic air separator (optional) before pressing the
STOP DISINTEGRATOR
button.
Emergency stops:
Feedstock must be cleaned out of the hopper and cutting chamber prior to restarting. Be sure to follow
proper LOTO procedures before maintaining this device.