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Southworth Products
SR-44 Manual
4.2 Electrical Connections
The owner/installer is responsible for providing a fused disconnect
switch. See section 8.1 Fusing Requirements.
Single phase machines must be connected to a dedicated circuit.
Operating other equipment on the same circuit can cause excessive
voltage drops and damage electrical components.
Make all connections according the wiring schematic.
See section 8.2 Wiring Schematics.
4.3 Control Station
The control is shipped pre-wired to the machine. The control station must be placed in a location
that allows the operator to see the load during operation but does not interfere with loading,
unloading, and operation.
Mount the control station to the floor using the four mounting holes in the base plate. Anchors to
be provided by installer.
4.4 Testing
Ensure all tools, personnel, and debris are clear of the area.
During operation the movements should be smooth. Some bouncing/
stuttering may occur during initial operation caused by air in the
hydraulic system. The air will bleed out of the system after several
cycles.
If the machine does not begin to rotate/clamp within several seconds of
pressing the button, immediately release the button and consult section
7. Troubleshooting.
Verify the maintenance chains are disengaged before operating the
machine.
1. Disengage the maintenance chains.
2. Turn on the main disconnect switch to power the machine.
3. Verify all personnel and debris are clear of the machine.
4.
Press and hold the “Rotate CW” button. While the machine is rotating, press the emergency
stop button. The machine should stop rotating and no longer function.
5. Verify the machine is completely disabled by pressing each control button, the machine
must not operate while the emergency stop is activated.
6.
Reset the emergency stop button. Press and hold the “Rotate CW” button until the rotator
mechanism reaches the end of travel.
7.
Press and hold the “Rotate CCW” button until the rotator mechanism reaches the end of
travel. Immediately release the button once the end of travel is reached. Allow the machine
to rest for one minute. The machine should holds it position.
8.
Press and hold the “Clamp” button until the clamp mechanism is fully clamped. Immediately
release the button once the mechanism is fully clamped. Allow the machine to rest for one
minute. The machine should hold its position.
9.
Press and hold the “Unclamp” button until mechanism is fully opened. Immediately release
the button once the mechanism is fully opened.
