RC3-LOG & RC3P-LOG INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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SHAWALMEX-EUROPE BV
RC3-LOG & RC3P-LOG INSTRUCTION MANUAL SEPT 2018
3.
SAFETY
Your ALMEX Temperature control panel has been designed to provide safe, efficient, trouble-free service for
many years. Component design and material selection have been carefully considered to ensure operator safety
and our manufacturing procedures provide a consistent, high-quality product.
The material that is presented in this operating manual has been compiled to provide direction for operating
personnel so that the maximum effectiveness of the temperature control panel can be achieved and so that there
is a complete understanding of correct operating procedures.
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
The following safety precautions should be read carefully and understood thoroughly before you set-up or
operate your temperature control panel. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or
equipment damage. All operating personnel should be trained in the proper operation of the temperature control
panel.
The risks associated with operating the temperature control panel are identified throughout this manual with
pictograms.
3.1.
Definition of Pictograms
Electrical Hazard
Burning Hazard
3.1.1. Electrical Hazard
1.
A qualified electrician should perform all maintenance of the electrical components of the temperature
control panel.
2.
All of the electrical components contain live circuits. Do not open or service any of the electrical equipment
without disconnecting the main power supply.
3.
Incorrect voltage and phase may result in component damage and create a fire hazard.
4.
Equipment power supplies must be properly grounded or a severe shocking hazard may result.
5.
Avoid using equipment in wet surroundings or a severe shocking hazard may result.
6.
If any cable or connectors are damaged, they must be replaced or a fire and shock hazard may result.
3.1.2. Burning Hazard
There is not a burning hazard with the temperature control panel itself, however, improper use or component
failure could result in the vulcanizer overheating. Always use an Almex temperature control panel when
operating the vulcanizer and never leave the vulcanizer operating while unattended.
3.2.
Limitation of use
This equipment has been designed to control the temperature of an ALMEX conveyor belt vulcanizer. The
process of vulcanizing is done by applying a combination of heat and pressure on the product for a certain
period of time. The RC3(P)-LOG temperature control panel operates within a range of 32
F- 400
F (0
C to
200
C) though a maximum of 325
F (163
C) is recommended for long life of most heating elements. Refer to
the vulcanizer manual for platen limitations. An Almex temperature control panel must be used with an Almex
vulcanizer and the vulcanizer should never be allowed to operate while unattended. Other use is not allowed
without the written permission of Shaw-Almex.
