Rhino
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VE Standard Bulk Unloader, 125-mm Frame
Operator’s Card
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1608274
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2016 Nordson Corporation
Part 1608274
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WARNING:
Allow only qualified personnel
to perform the following tasks. Follow the
safety instructions in this document and all
other related documentation.
Severe personal injury could result if hands
or fingers are caught between the follower
plate (10) and container (11). Keep hands
clear of this area.
Do not open the bleed valve (not shown)
more than three turns. The bleed valve
and material may be forced from the valve
body.
NOTE:
Refer to the unloader controls manual
for detailed operation information.
Daily Operation
The following paragraphs provide daily operation
procedures.
Startup
1. Make sure that the air pressure to the system is
shut off.
2. Perform the following:
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Check the unloader to determine if material
is leaking past the follower plate (10). If a
follower plate seal is damaged, refer to the
Rhino VE Follower Plate Module
manual for
repair procedures.
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Check the amount of material in the
container (11). Replace the container if
necessary. Refer to the following
How to
Change the Container
procedure.
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Check the solvent chamber fluid levels and
fill if necessary.
3. Turn on the input air supply to the unloader.
4. Place the ram control valve (2) in the
Down
position.
5. If required, adjust the air motor regulator to the
desired air supply pressure.
Temporary Shutdown
1. Turn off the input air supply to the unloader.
2. Place the ram control valve (2) in the
Neutral
position.
Restart After Temporary
Shutdown
1. Turn on the input air supply to the unloader.
2. Place the ram control valve (2) in the
Down
position.
How to Change a
Container
The unloader may have options that the previous
unloader did not have. These procedures include
steps for the blow-off option. For additional
assistance, contact Nordson customer support.
1. Set the air motor lockout valve (1) to
Off
.
2. Place the ram control valve (2) in the
Neutral
position..
3. Remove the bleeder stem (8) and replace with
the blow-off tube (5).
4. Connect the hose (7) to the blow-off tube (5).
5. Place the ram control valve (2) in the
Up
position. If the container (11) begins to rise off
the unloader frame, the ram-up speed can be
adjusted to match the follower plate ascent rate.
a. Make sure the blow-off tube (5) and follower
plate (10) are not obstructed with material.
b. Place the ram control valve (2) in the
Down
position until the container (11) comes to
rest on the base, then place the ram control
valve in the
Neutral
position.
c. Locate the exhaust flow control valve (3) on
the side of the ram control valve (2).
Increase the flow restriction by loosening
the jam nut, turning the center screw a few
turns at a time (clockwise), and
re-tightening the jam nut or press the
blow-off circuit button (4).
