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To ensure that the RBM
™
Ribbon Blender will have a long operational life, maintenance is essential.
This section includes methods for troubleshooting solutions and how often to grease and clean
your machine to keep its performance optimal.
General Maintenance Prescriptions
• Use the maintenance checklist (found in the Appendix) before, during, and after machine
operation.
• Make sure all grease points are maintained and regularly lubricated.
• Use an appropriate amount of lubricant.
• After cleaning the machine, make sure that the parts are dried and oiled.
• Constantly check for any loose nuts and/or screws before, during, and after machine operation.
Lubrication
Regularly greasing your machine is vital to prolonging its operational life. Parts that are not
greased properly can make the machine seize up and cause major problems later. LFA
recommends maintaining a lubrication schedule for your RBM
™
Ribbon Blender, which can be
found in this section.
Tools and Materials Needed
• NLGI Grade 2 grease
• #20 machine oil or WA 460 oil
• Grease gun
• Metric wrench set
• 1/4 inch compression packing rope
• Disposable latex/rubber gloves (for food grade products and to protect hands from grease)
• Hairnet and/or beard net (food grade products only)
• Sterile shoe covers (food grade products only)
WARNING:
To prevent any potential personal injury, unplug the RBM
™
Ribbon
Blender from the electrical outlet.
Instructions
Note: Wear latex/rubber gloves (and appropriate food grade attire if applicable) during this
process.
1. Open the machine's cabinets to reveal the Gearbox and bearings.
Maintenance