GRINDER STRAIGHT HANDLE GH-10-28-O
OPERATION MANUAL
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6
Commissioning and operation
6.1
General information for start-up
DANGER
Incorrect operation of the machine or disregard of safety instructions may lead to endangerment of
persons or damage to the machine.
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Familiarize yourself with the complete instruction for use before beginning work on the machine. Pay
particular attention to chapter 3!
NOTE
A thorough, visual inspection of the machine is to be carried out by the operator before start-up.
Start-up of the machine may only be carried out by qualified specialist personnel. The start-up engineer must be acquainted with
the machine. Requirements for start-up are:
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the Grinder Straight Handle have been tested and is ready for operation
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safety devices have been tested and are ready for operation
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all detachable connections have been checked and tightened if necessary
6.2
Specification of the hydraulic system
The hydraulic unit should ensure a flow rate of at least 40 lpm (10 gpm) and pressure of 138 bar (2,002 psi). The pressure must be
limited to 150 bar / 2,176 psi. The measurement must be carried out at the minimum operating temperature of the hydraulic fluid
by 10° C (50° F). Warm the hydraulic fluid if necessary.
The temperature of the hydraulic fluid must be limited to 60° C (140° F).
We recommend the use of the PortaCo Inc. hydraulic units D-23, E-15, G-18, G-21, G-23 or G-31.
6.2.1
Function test
Carry out the following steps to test the function of the Grinder Straight Handle:
1.
Make sure that the operating lever can be easily moved.
If the operating lever is difficult to move, check for damage. If the Grinder Straight Handle is damaged, then the functional test
must be interrupted and the Grinder Straight Handle repaired.
2.
Make sure that the grinding disc is securely mounted and that all safety devices are tightly fastened.
3.
Connect the Grinder Straight Handle to the hydraulic unit.
4.
Switch the hydraulic unit on.
5.
Hold the Grinder Straight Handle tight with both hands.
6.
Release the locking mechanism while pulling the operating lever.
The grinding disc must turn.
7.
Let go of the operating lever.
