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1. 0 158 Minimum Length X 4 MM 4 MM New Knife Length Y vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 5 Maintenance 27 of 45 5 5 Adjusting Belt Tension For continuous reliable operation of the granulator it is important that the belt tension 1s correct Correct tension reduces wear on rotor and motor bearings and keeps belt slip to a minimum Figure 6 gives the recommended force to deflect each belt by an amount equal to the belt span divided by 64 A gauge is available through the sales department to measure the deflection and force Use the following procedure to adjust the belt tension l wA 3 Turn off the granulator at the main isolator switch and remove fuses Remove the cover to gain access to the belts Turn the adjusting screw on the motor slide base to tension the belts as required See Re tighten the screws making sure the pulleys are in correct alignment Replace the covers Verify that the alignment of the pulley is correct Utilizing a straightedge of sufficient length to span from one pulley to the other place it along the sides of both pulleys The entire face of each pulley should fully contact the straightedge Measure the belt SPAN with a measuring tape Record this dimension in your note book Using the deflection tester apply a perpendicular force at the midpoint of any one of the belts to deflect the belt 1 64 of an inch Calculate the deflection force FORCE Lb SPAN IN X 1 62. c Re connect the incoming power supply line and recheck the blower motor rotation Allow all motors to run up to speed for at least 30 seconds W WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 3 Installation 19 of 45 3 4 Accessing the Cutting Chamber You will need to access the cutting chamber before initial startup and for various maintenance procedures Use the following procedure to access the cutting chamber l Turn the main power off remove the line fuses and tag the machine as out of Service 2 Open the front panel and remove the bin 3 Unscrew the cutting chamber fastener and carefully lower the screen 4 Remove the screen keeping it in a horizontal position 5 Open the rear cover 6 Completely pivot back the feed hopper to gain free access to the cutting chamber 3 5 Closing the Cutting Chamber After completing any maintenance or adjustments inside the cutting chamber use the following procedure to close the cutting chamber and resume use of the granulator 1 Pivot the feed hopper forward over the cutting chamber Close the rear cover Replace the screen into the screen cradle 2 3 4 Carefully raise the screen and tighten the cutting chamber fastener 5 Insert the bin and close the front panel 6 Remove the drive belt guard and rotate the rotor by hand from outside the machine to check that no tools gauges or loose parts have been left on or in the machine 7 Replace line fuses turn power on and r
3. clearance exposure and screw tightness When new knives are fitted to the machine adjustment after eight hours of running time may be required Before assembling a new or reground set of knives make sure the knife seats and mounting holes are clean Do not use grease or oil on screws or tapped holes when assembling the knives Knives must be replaced in complete sets otherwise it will not be possible to obtain even clearance between the rotor knives and bed knives NWARNING Before applying a wrench to any knife bolt be certain that the rotor is blocked to prevent rotation One such method ts to use a block of wood at least I 1 2 thick between a knife and a fixed portion of the frame Rotor Knives We recommend that the rotor knife screws be replaced with new screws every sixth knife change to reduce the risk of screw failure due to overstretching Screws must be replaced with the type specified in the spare parts list Use the following procedure to replace or adjust the rotor knives NCAUTION Rotor knives should be changed one seat at a time to prevent rotor from being rotated in an out of balance condition l Access the cutting chamber as directed in Section 3 4 on page 20 2 Remove or set back the bed knives to clear the rotor knives so that the rotor can revolve freely 3 Remove rotor knife bolts and knives on each seat 4 Thoroughly clean knife seats 5 Install new or sharpened knives on each knife seat
4. Maintain proper knife gaps on the granulator Small knife gaps can result in knife collisions which can then cause excessive friction which heats the process material and may cause potential ignition W paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 12 of 45 4 Based on the characteristics of the material being processed consider the use of fire suppression explosion detection equipment in conjunction with your eranulator Applicable Published Standards e NFPA 650 Standard for Pneumatic Conveying Systems for Combustible Particulate Solids NEPA 69 Standard on Explosion Prevention Systems NFPA 654 Standard for the Prevention of Fire and Dust Explosion from the Manufacturing Processing amp Handling of Combustible Solids NFPA 499 Recommended Practice for the Classification of Combustible Dust W paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 13 of 45 Chapter 2 Functional Description 2 1 Models Covered in This Manual This manual provides the necessary Instructions for the Installation set up and maintenance of our 10 x 12 and 10 x 18 granulators which covers models GP BP 1000X amp MTG 2 2 General Description The granulator is comprised of an infeed hopper into which the material to be granulated is fed mounted on a cutting chamber In which a series of rotary and bed knives reduce the material to granules the size of which is determined by the screen holes the granules fall and collect in the bin below The operatio
5. making sure that the rotor 1s still blocked to prevent it from rotating while installing each knife 6 Lightly tighten the screws and check that a 0 04 mm 0 0015 feeler gauge will not pass between the back of the knife and the knife seat Tap the knife gently with a rawhide hammer if necessary to close the gap 7 Tighten the rotor knife screws evenly and torque them to 100 ft Ib 135 Nm NOTICE Bolt threads should not be oiled Wipe thread with an oil dampened cloth 8 Re check the gap between the back of the knife and the knife seat If necessary readjust the knife 9 Adjust the clearance between the bed knives and rotor knives See Bed Knives on page 26 vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 5 Maintenance 25 of 45 Bed Knives We recommend that the same screws and washers be re used only when the bed knives have been repositioned or re ground When blunt knives are discarded and replaced with new knives use new screws and washers This will reduce the risk of screw failure due to their overstretching Screws and washers must be replaced with the type specified in the Spare Parts List Use the following procedure to replace or adjust the bed knives 1 Access the cutting chamber as directed in Section 3 4 on page 20 2 Loosen the lock nuts on the bed knife adjusting screws and back off screws 3 Loosen and remove the bed knife bolts and lift the upper shield removing it from the cutting chamber 4 Remove
6. Kit Description 1012 1018 ENE Upper guard of pulley l 0 2 _ Pulley frame T F 3 Hopper block 4 Flap 2 0 0 0 2 2 5 Compltehoper jl l 6 Pulleybase M A 7 Gasshokabsober 1 3 B 8 Smallblokforpullpfulrum N NP vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 92 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 40 of 45 Silenced Protections Kit vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 41 of 45 Table 4 Silenced Protections Kit Quantity Quantity Rear fixed protection Black hinge that can be screwed 1056 U10 Gasket angle piece 6 Gaskeanglepieee AA 8 Central pipe closing ooo 9 h basis protection W paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 92 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 42 of 45 123NNOJ2SIQ a LU S Ot LOLLO OHOd3 LLY 031Y1S 337 14325xX3 3003 duv S IW IvA mnakua ONV Tj38ghri er 55 2 3LVId3WYN BOLOWM 3H1 NO NOILYHWHOJNI WOHJ ATOWSSSY 3NIHOYW JO 3WHI1 LV 03193703S 38 01 3uv Su31V3H OVO H3AO AG Biv NoOIi1dIH2S30 PHIBNOZNIF osoess y pt j LE wOUds 30YW 38 NYI Nn YOLON SI 6 8 Q J s Ts 7OH1NO2 dols YOLVINNY YI ga2 9 4 1HY1S 11 s 39v17OA 1ndNI S H3401S9n2 JHL H21YM OL O AHVWIHd S H3NHOJSNYHL TOHLNOD 3HL LISNNOD NOH HOLY Y NYHBO YOLON x BOLY NYHO 123NNOOSIO dry OF NOI 1dIH2S33 9N LUV o amp
7. M NEVER attempt to operate the granulator unless it is fully assembled with all guards and interlocks in place and functional M OBSERVE all danger warning caution and safety labels on the equipment M Upon completion of any machine maintenance be certain ALL SAFETY GUARDS AND COVERS are securely and properly fastened prior to resuming machine operation All fasteners must be in place and properly tightened ANY SHORTCUTS MAY RESULT IN INJURY TO PERSONNEL OR DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT M NEVER wear any loose fitting clothes neckties or dangling items such as earrings belts or shoestrings Jewelry such as wristwatches bracelets or rings should NEVER be worn Long hair must be tied back or placed in a tight fitting hairnet NEVER lean against or rest hands or feet on the granulator when it Is in operation or open for maintenance NEVER stand on the granulator when it Is in operation M ROTATION OF MOTORS The correct rotating direction for the granulator motor is clearly marked on the machine Always check for proper rotation of motors Incorrect rotation direction can cause severe damage M ELECTRICAL GROUNDING All electrical equipment on the granulator must be grounded in accordance to all local codes and Article 250 of the National Electric Code vy paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 11 of 45 M ALWAYS DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT the main electrical power to the granulator before performing any service M SAFETY INTERLOCKS MUS
8. Preventative Maintenance Schedule 24 5 2 Testing the Interlock SWIC Ia 24 5 3 Replacing and Adjusting the Knives nnn 25 aod iu S u x 22 eee 25 POO TCS E 26 5 4 Sharpening the Knives a waana 27 Rotor Knife Sharpening r 27 Bed Knife SHI DENI 27 W UAE 800 243 9226 I o 5 Adui Bell IenSI 6 IA 28 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 30 ed AOA uuu u u uu mem 30 D 2 Electrical uuu uuu E eed HEINE Rd MM za ans 30 0 9 Processing Faull uuu uuu uuu u uu u uu u uu vam ient i aa Opes daqesite Nene meses een Ups RUE 31 6 4 Mechanical FaultS w w wmanananawawawawawawawznnanananawamawanununuananazanazanawawuwui 32 CHAPTER 7 APPENDIX esee 33 1 Technical Specifications u u uu uuu u u S nennen nnne nnn nnne nnn nane 33 cd SS unun s S m 33 werde u gt gt eee eee sunsu Susu 33 D D I u N E E AE u sun E S z 2 34 152 Pans BIKA WA uu u uuu u Lu uuu nana ee ee ee ee eee SH NIE 35 il OI O i Qanpa aps 35 Basis and Protection Kit ccccccccceccecceccecceceececceeseeeenseneeceeseneneeneeneetententensese
9. Table 1 Cutting Chamber Parts Breakdown Ref Description 6 Knife screws TE UNI 5740 65 10 9 M12x1 25x40 12 15 7 RotrKnie 8 8 Impeller S AM jl 9 Sidepate RH ji A lO BeaingcapDE o jl 1 Bed knife 14 Knife screws TE UNI 5739 65 10 9 M12 x 60 peek 11 12 20 2 16 17 18 M a H4 H6 M HR w 21 2 2 2 o When ordering a screen always specify the diameter of the holes required vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 92 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 36 of 45 Basis and Protection Kit M ted gt a q a nef TI 1 ri _a k I REY L SET gt vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 37 of 45 Table 2 Basis and Protection Kit Quantity Quantity 4 Tmaspaentpate x C l Jl 5 Rearsheet Jl jl 6 Stiffeningsquare ooo Jl 7 h basis protection AA h basis protection pd Belts 3V 800 10 Bels3V800 j AA T 12 13 14 15 16 Rotating wheel 68 7700 R SR FP 65x30 17 Sheet for box support 18 Fixed wheel 65 8202 SF NL 100x30 9 l Crosspiece for shoulders junction Silenced Hopper Kit When ordering the motor always state the data shown on its plate W paar ese i 800 2 43 9 2 26 Chapter 7 Appendix 38 of 45 a1 ZTZZZIUO wast 228444 ise 4 i aoo 18 B9 wA th ee wa vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 39 of 45 Table 3 Silenced Hopper
10. knives Good footing on a clean floor is essential and the body should be well braced to guard against loss of balance should the jam suddenly come free Use the following procedure to clear a jammed cutting chamber 1 Disconnect and lock out power 2 Be certain that the rotor is motionless 3 Open the machine as instructed in Section 3 4 on page 20 4 Usea pry bar to exert force on the rotor usually in the direction opposite normal rotation A leather mallet and a block of wood of sufficient length to keep hands away from path of knives can be used if necessary 5 Use pliers to remove material from the cutting chamber keeping in mind that the removal of material may cause rotation of the rotor and rotor knives 6 After clearing the jam be certain that the screen and all guards and covers are secured in place before connecting power and starting the machine vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 92 2 6 Chapter 4 Operation 22 of 45 W 4 4 Shut down Use the following procedure to properly and safely shut down the machine WHITAKER BROTHERS l Z 3 4 Stop all feeding of material Allow the granulator to run until the cutting chamber is completely empty Press the drive motor stop button This shuts off the rotor drive motor After the granulator has stopped press the airveyor stop button if applicable located at the blower motor Turn the main power switch to off 800 243 9226 Chapter 4 Operation 2
11. returns are to be shipped prepaid The invoice number and date or purchase order number and date must be supplied No credit will be issued for material that is not within the manufacturer s warranty period and or in new and unused condition suitable for resale Warranty Returns Prior to the return of any material authorization must be given by the manufacturer A RMA number will be assigned for the equipment to be returned Reason for requesting the return must be given All returns are to be shipped prepaid The invoice number and date or purchase order number and date must be supplied After inspecting the material a replacement or credit will be given at the manufacturer s discretion If the item is found to be defective in materials or workmanship and it was manufactured by our company purchased components are covered under their specific watranty terms W UAE 800 243 9226 i Table of Contents CHAPTER 15 SAPEIY uu IAA 7 EE U S I Nanu E Um 7 Safety Symbols Used in this Manual 7 1 2 General Safety Regulations a a 10 J R esponsibilliyu aa 10 1 4 Warnings and Precautions r r rsrssrrsrsssssssssa 10 POCO WAMA NORTE e 12 CHAPTER 2 FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION 14 2 1 Models Covered in This Ma
12. 3 of 45 Chapter 5 Maintenance 5 1 Preventative Maintenance Schedule Knife clearance Weekly Knife retaining screws for tightness Weekly Shield retaining screws for tightness Weekly Screen cradle screws for tightness Weekly Lubrication of drive motor bearings Monthly Screen Wear Monthly Belt tension Monthly Hopper and cutting chamber screws are tight Monthly 5 2 Testing the Interlock Switch The cutting chamber interlock switch ensures that the granulator cannot be running when the cutting chamber or screen cradle are open When disengaged the interlocks open the electrical control circuit to the motor and prevent the machine from running To test the interlock switch retract the interlock actuator screw by turning it counterclockwise Make sure that the end of the actuator screw is visible and clear of any contact The granulator should stop If the granulator does not stop the interlock 1s not working If the interlock does not work the complete mechanism including the switch must be removed and disassembled to determine the cause of the malfunction vy WHITAKER 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 Chapter 5 Maintenance 24 of 45 5 3 Replacing and Adjusting the Knives During use the clearance between the rotor knives and the bed knives will increase due to wear This is a normal condition that requires re setting this clearance once or twice before it is necessary to remove the knives for regrinding Check the knives weekly for wear
13. 4 Lb IN Identify the belt type and measure the small sheave diameter Look up the proper model belt deflection force table and find out what the force is supposed to be The motor position should be adjusted until the actual deflection force matches the force listed in the table W WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 5 Maintenance 28 of 45 BELT SPAN NCAUTION 7 In no case should the belts be over tensioned as this can significantly reduce belt and or bearing life Figure 6 Belt Tensioning Information DEFLECTION BELT CROSS MARIAE FORCE SECTION DIAMETER RANGE Lbs 3 65 4 12 3 7 4 50 5 60 vy WHITAKER 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 Chapter 5 Maintenance 29 of 45 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 6 1 Introduction The utmost In safety precautions should be observed at all times when working on or around the machine and the electrical components All normal trouble shooting must be accomplished with the power off line fuses removed and with the machine tagged as out of service The use of good quality test equipment cannot be over emphasized when troubleshooting is indicated Use a good ammeter that can measure at least twice the AC and DC current that can be encountered by the machine Be sure that the voltmeter has at least minimum impedance of 5 000 OHMS per volt on AC and 20 000 OHMS per volt on DC scales Popular combination meters VOM and VTVM can be selected to provide the necessary functions Before making ha
14. EL FELLLLLI x 2 BEEEEFEEBRBBHIIIIIII a 7 3 Typical Wiring Diagram 3NIH2YW SIHI OL O9NIHIA N3 9391813313 YNOI1YN 1S31Y 3H WVHOVIGO ASVIN3W3 13 Q3Sn H3QMON LINSDYID 153H 91H H S3003 1v29O1 ANY ONY 3003 1 HLIA ATWOOD ISW WB34015n2 LAPGNI S H3WNO15012 8 9 SI z 01 43 of 45 800 243 9226 nr Appendix WHITAKER a W W 7 4 Technical Assistance Parts and Service Department The ACS Customer Service Group will provide your company with genuine OEM quality parts manufactured to engineering design specifications which will maximize your equipment s performance and efficiency To assist in expediting your phone or fax order please have the model and serial number of your unit when you contact us A customer replacement parts list is included in this manual for your convenience ACS welcomes inquiries on all your parts needs and is dedicated to providing excellent customer service For immediate assistance please contact North Central and South America 8am 5pm CST 1 800 483 3919 for drying conveying heating and cooling and automation For size reduction 1 800 229 2919 North America emergencies after 50m CST 847 439 5855 North America email acsuscanadacustserv corpemail com Mexico Central amp South America Email acslatinamericacustserv corpemail com Europe Middle East amp Africa 48 22 390 9720 Email acseuropecustserv corpemail com I
15. Possible Remedy Stalling Material overheating Overfeeding Partial or complete screen blockage Insufficient tension on v belt drive causing belt slip and burning Badly blunted or damaged knives Knife setting too wide Installation fault motor running in reverse direction Safety switch cut out where fitted Check all possible causes under stalling Screen size too small When granulating rubber insufficient talc causes freshly cut surfaces to re adhere Blockage in airveyor Reduce feed rate Remove screen clear and inspect for damage Check tension of the belt and adjust as necessary Check that the motor slide base screws are secure Fit re sharpened or new knives as required Check clearances given and adjust as required Check with direction arrow and re fit electrical connections to give the correct direction Tighten safety switch setting screw Remedy as shown above Increase screen size Increase talc percentage rate of infeed Check direction of fan rotation check venturi and line or chute for blockage 31 of 45 vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 hapter 6 Troubleshooting seus 6 4 Mechanical Faults Problem Possible Cause Possible Remedy Bearing overheating Excessive tension on the belt Check tension of belt and drive adjust as necessary Lubrication fault Check lubrication frequency and recommended lubricant Visible cracks in knife Incorrect grind
16. T NOT BE BYPASSED The mechanical and electrical safety interlocks ensure the safety of personnel They should never be tampered with or removed for ANY reason They should be checked frequently by a qualified mechanic for proper operation M NEVER modify the machine configuration or any individual component without written notice from the factory For further information on granulator safety installation and operation see the American National Standard for Plastics Machinery Granulators Pelletizers and Dicers Used for Size Reduction of Plastics Construction Care and Use ANSI B151 11 1982 We have long recognized the importance of safety and have designed and manufactured our equipment with operator safety as a prime consideration We expect you as a user to abide by the foregoing recommendations in order to make operator safety a reality NWARNING Additional Warning The process of granulating and conveying materials Inevitably creates dust levels that could potentially cause a hazard 1f certain procedures or precautions are not followed Hazardous dust is defined as any material particle 420 microns or smaller less than 40 mesh or 0164 which is dispersed in air or collected on surfaces more than 1 32 thick The following are some precautions that should be followed to avoid any dust related hazards l Always use the largest granulator screen or regrind particle size for your process The larger the screen size th
17. between the rotor knives and the stationary bed knives thus reducing the material size Drive System The rotor is indirectly driven by the motor through v belts The motor shaft pulley v belts and the rotor shaft pulley are shielded by safety guards or a sound enclosure The motor is mounted on an adjustable sliding base which is mounted at the left end of the granulator Discharge System The granulated material that falls through the screen is collected by a discharge chute beneath the cutting chamber and directed into a bin The bin can be removed from the front of the granulator for emptying On models fitted with an airveying system optional the granulated material that has fallen through the screen is collected in a transition piece located beneath the cutting chamber The transition piece is connected to a blower which conveys the granulated material through ducting to the cyclone separator The cyclone separator allows the granulated material to drop out of the air system into a container Base The base is caster mounted with two swivel casters for easy positioning vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 ter 2 Functional Description 15 of 45 seus 2 4 Safety Features Safety Switches Safety switches at all access covers are wired Into the starter control circuit The machine cannot be started when these parts are open However for safety purposes the machine should be disconnected from the power lines by a disco
18. e less dust will be generated 2 Know the specifics of the material you are granulating If your material is especially dusty inquire about other equipment that may help in controlling the dust levels 3 Keep the area around the granulator clean by minimizing leaks from the machine or conveying collection system It is suggested that an industrial vacuum be used as needed to keep the area clean 4 When cleaning the granulator for color or material changes an industrial vacuum is recommended Do not use compressed air to blow off material on machine surfaces 5 Establish frequent knife gap maintenance procedures Different materials have different effects on knife wear and ultimately the operating knife gap Large knife gaps 2 or 3 times the original setting can generate higher dust levels Also note that the granulating process can generate heat sufficient to melt materials and potentially cause fires or explosions The following are some precautions that should be followed to avoid any fire explosion related hazards 1 Feed process materials at the appropriate rate consistent with the granulator throughput capacity and screen size used for your material Overfeeding can cause jam ups and or melting of process material which can outgas potentially explosive gas 2 Monitor pneumatic conveying systems used to convey granulate from the granulator Loss of conveying can cause a material back up and ultimate melting and gas offing 3
19. e of wear become entangled For further information see the Maintenance Chapter in this manual W paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 8 of 45 Mandatory Symbol Description Explanation Read Operators Manual This equipment must be operated and maintained by properly trained personnel The information contained within this manual must be read and understood prior to operating this equipment Lock Out This equipment is operated with 3 phase electrical power Therefore when performing any maintenance operations we recommend following the local standards for performing a lock out tag out procedure Wear Safety Gloves This equipment operates with sharp blades and rotors We recommend that technicians use safety gloves while performing maintenance to protect hands from being exposed to these sharp surfaces Wear ear and eye protection This unit may produce loud and continuous noise and may produce projectiles Do not reach into unit Reaching into a unit is prohibited while the unit is in operation and may cause serious injury vy paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 9 of 45 1 2 General Safety Regulations This machine uses knives for the performance of its intended use Consequently it can be a dangerous machine to operate and maintain unless these safety regulations are followed These regulations should be read understood and periodically reviewed by all personnel involved in any way with this machine Never o
20. eel NEN Electrical Safety interlocks FIzIIIsIGSIIs TI_ IEIgE I Components Controls 230 or 460 volt NEMA EE Labels English Accessories Sound Proofed to approximately 85 dBA W paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 92 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 33 of 45 Dimensions C 1012 DOOR j 1012 ACCESS DOOR FULL OPEN POSITION o 1018 ACCESS DOORS FULL OPEN POSITION oe c 1018 DOORS B 6 1 16 E puc 1540mm FEED OPENING n a sss T di E d 10 FEED OPENING 254 0 mm 60 7 8 1546 9 mm 58 3 16 49 7 16 1478 4 mm 1255 2 mm FEED t HEIGHT 7 I n 10 C C I i BIND DISCHARGE STD E I e L 1 5 H P Motor STD 4 DIA CASTERS 15 ee 101 6 mm CUTTING CHAMBER ACCESS DOORS C 1012 SINGLE DOOR HINGED 456 6 mm 1130 3 MM FROM RIGHT SIDE _ COVER OVER OPENINGS FOR OPTIONAL AIRVEYOR DISCARCHE 4 STD 018 DOUBLE DOOR AR SADWN NOTE WHEN SPECIFICED THE AIRVEYOR CAN BE INSTALLED L H OR R H 1012 12 1 4 311 mm 29 7 8 759mm 27 686 mm 30 762 mm 1018 18 1 4 464 mm 35 7 8 911 mm 173 8 441 mm 38 3 16 970 mm SINCE 1945 vy WHITAKER 800 2 43 922 6 Chapter 7 Appendix 34 of 45 7 2 Parts Breakdown Cutting Chamber 14 16 35 of 45 vy paar ese i 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 Chapter 7 Appendix
21. ements to determine the size and rating of the supply cable required Use the following procedure to complete the electrical connections l Check to be certain that the starter heater elements correspond with the motor requirements If controls are not supplied the limit switches supplied on the machine must be wired into the circuit at the common terminal box Check that the limit switches are closed Turn switch ON at main power supply Jog the motor by pressing the START and then the OFF button This starts and stops the motor With the electrical power ON check that the motor rotates in a clockwise direction at the viewing port in the belt guard If motor rotation is correct continue to the next step If rotation is incorrect complete the following procedure Shut power OFF and disconnect incoming power supply b Reverse any two of the three power line connections to the machine c Re connect the incoming power supply line and turn ON the main power switch to recheck motor drive rotation If an airveying system optional is fitted press the Airveyor START button and check the blower motor rotation The blower motor should rotate in a counterclockwise direction If blower motor rotation is correct continue to step 7 If blower motor rotation is incorrect complete the following procedure Shut power OFF and disconnect incoming power supply line b Reverse any two of the three power line connections to the blower motor
22. emove the out of service tag from the machine W WHITAKER 8 0 0 2 4 3 92 2 6 Chapter 3 Installation 20 of 45 3 6 Initial Start up This machine has been run under power and tested at the factory prior to shipment The necessary settings and adjustments have been made so that a minimum amount of setting up or re adjustment is required when starting up the machine in its new location With all electrical mechanical connections and lubrication requirements having been attended to the following start up steps should be carefully carried out before attempting to place any material into the infeed hopper Use the following procedure to prepare the machine for initial start up NWARNING Before operating the granulator insure that the granulator has been correctly assembled and wired 1 Access the cutting chamber as described in Section 3 4 on page 20 2 Thoroughly clean the rust preventative materials or grease from the inside of the cutting chamber and screen 3 Check all rotor knives to make sure they are properly seated on the rotor and securely fastened Although they are ground as a set one knife will probably be 001 to 002 higher than the others This should be marked and used when adjusting the bed knives for proper clearance 4 Use a feeler gauge to check the clearance between the rotor and the bed knives by turning the rotor backwards Rotating the rotor backwards gives a better feel and does not cut the gauge sho
23. f pressure is applied to them when moving the granulator When lifting the granulator be certain of total machine weight and the capability of the lifting equipment See the Granulator Specification Sheets for machine weights and dimensions M GRANULATOR LOCATION Adequate area for routine maintenance should be provided in order to open the machine for knife screen or cleanout service Proper service area clearances also should allow people who are working on the machine to be clearly visible to others thereby reducing potential safety hazards I SAFE HOUSEKEEPING The work area must be kept clean and uncluttered during periods of operation or maintenance No hand tools or other metal objects should be left on or around the machine Any tools or other metal objects that mistakenly fall into the hopper feed opening can cause severe damage to the internal cutting chamber rotor and screen components I SAFETY GLASSES OR A FACE SHIELD MUST ALWAYS BE WORN when servicing or operating the machine Although our machines are designed for the maximum in fly back control caution must be used when operating near the hopper feed opening in order to guard against unexpected material fly back EAR PROTECTION may be required when operating the machine during granulation of very hard or noisy materials The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 has established guidelines for Permissible Noise Exposures OSHA 1910 95 that should be followed
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25. in death or serious injury ZA WARNING WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage W paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 7 of 45 Figure 1 Safety Tags and warning features Hazard Alert Symbol Description Explanation High Voltage Hazard The Every six months inspect all electrical enclosure is supplied electrical connections for with 3 phase electrical power secure attachment For Use caution when using or further information see the maintaining this product Maintenance Chapter in this manual Hands could be exposed to Every month inspect the a crushing movement shears blades for any type of wear For further information see the Maintenance Chapter in this manual Hands can become Every month inspect the entangled or cut if they shears blades for any type of enter the danger zone of wear For further information gears or cutting shears see the Maintenance Chapter in this manual The unit can produce Always wear eye and ear continuous noise above 85 protection when the machine dBA and or produce is in operation or performing projectiles under normal maintenance operating conditions When equipped with belts Every month inspect the and sheaves hands could belt s for any typ
26. ing or Check method of grinding grinding procedure and contact our technical sales department Knives moving on knife Uneven knife seat surfaces Clean up to provide seats maximum bearing surface Loose knife screws Knife screws should not be used more than six times Replace if there is evidence of stretch Knives breaking Cracks caused by incorrect Contact our technical sales grinding department Screen breakage Incorrectly seated screen Check that the screen is seated correctly and fully in its cradle vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 G barter 6 Troubleshooting 32 of 45 Chapter 7 Appendix 7 1 Technical Specifications Features Model Throat Size Cutting Circle Throughput Approximate Diameter Weight 1012 10 x 12 10 254 mm 450 Ibs hr 1275 Ibs 579 kg 254 x 300 mm 203 kg 1018 10 x 18 0 254 mm 550 Ibs hr 1440 Ibs 655 kg 254 x 457 mm 248 kg Specifications Infeed Top Front Feed Soundproofed Chamber x O Rotor 3 knife scooped with end Multi knife discs helical Low Standard Standard Options Special Options Cutting Tangential 2 bed knives Rotor Knives Bed Knives HCHC 20edge Screen 1 4 dia pivoting drop 3 16 5 16 3 8 dia or down compact larger Base Caster modular haa Discharge Metal Bin Vacuum bin Airveyor chute Motor 5 HP TEFC 7 1 2 HP 10 HP 15 HP Special voltage 3 60 230 460 1018 only e g 208 380 amp Drive Parts V belt and flywh
27. n of the granulator is controlled by a control panel and powered by an electric motor The hopper is designed to tilt back and the screen cradle to swing down for quick access into the cutting chamber These compact easily movable soundproofed low speed granulators are designed for beside the press granulation engineered for hand feed robot feed or conveyor feed The 1000 Series granulators are ideal for reject components from injection blow molding And extrusion processes vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 2 Functional Description 14 of 45 seus 2 3 Typical Features and Components Hopper The hopper is an upright enclosure bolted to the top of the cutting chamber The hopper is designed to facilitate the feeding of material to the rotary knives and to protect the operator from material that may be thrown out Cutting Chamber The cutting chamber is a rectangular enclosure comprised the main frame the bed knives the bed knife shields a balanced rotor and a screen The main frame of the cutting chamber carries the bed knives and the bed knife shields The downstroke bed knife shield is adjustable The screen is supported in position below the rotor and acts as a separating barrier to the granulated material retaining the material in the cutting chamber until the particle size 1s such that it will pass through the screen holes The rotor carries the rotor knives The rotation of the rotor produces a cutting action
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29. nees 37 SNG HODIT ja ne een eR oa ne ae E ee ee 38 Silenced PIOLCCHONS KI uuu aoaaa quwayaqapakasaunastasqaqsshuna pa Pad RH IT dA EUN 41 rS Typical Wining Diagram MERE 43 7 4 Technical Assistance concio balecon suoi ddibbida nidi aab beali deed ier dean sacked qb viaa Pire 44 Parts and Service Departlment a 44 Sales and Contracting Department 44 WEAKER 800 243 9226 i Chapter 1 Safety 1 1 How to Use This Manual Use this manual as a guide and reference for installing operating and maintaining your granulator The purpose is to assist you in applying efficient proven techniques that enhance equipment productivity This manual covers only light corrective maintenance No other maintenance should be undertaken without first contacting a service engineer The Functional Description section outlines models covered standard features and safety features Additional sections within the manual provide instructions for installation pre operational procedures operation preventive maintenance and corrective maintenance The Installation chapter includes required data for receiving unpacking inspecting and setup of the granulator We can also provide the assistance of a factory trained technician to help train your operator s for a nominal charge This section includes instructions checks and adj
30. ng has fallen into it Make sure all screws and bolts are properly secured Check all electrical connections and motor rotations See Chapter 3 on pages 18 21 for detailed set up instructions Allow all motors to run up to speed for at least 30 seconds NOTICE If the granulator stalls freguently during use it may be necessary to adjust the calibration of the overload Check the values shown in the electrical diagram 4 2 Feeding the Granulator Feed the granulator through the opening in the hopper The method of feeding the granulator depends on the physical form and nature of the material being processed For maximum efficiency the granulator should be fed at a rate that Is consistent with its capacity 1 e if the granulator is rated at 60 kg hr 132 Ibs hr then the general feed rate is 1 kb min 2 2 Ibs min Under these operating conditions the correct proportions of cut and uncut particles will be present in the cutting chamber NWARNING Under no circumstances should the operator attempt to reach into the hopper to dislodge any bridged or Jammed material while the granulator ts in operation To clear the hopper of bridged or jammed material the machine main power must be turned off and the machine isolated 4 3 Clearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber Never attempt to free a jammed machine by placing hands on the rotor rotor knives or inside the cutting chamber Hands must be kept clear of the rotational path of the rotor
31. nnect switch or by removing the plug from its receptacle Check all safety switches periodically for proper operation Safety Tags A set of metal plates are attached to the machine to warn of potential danger Sound Reduction Equipment Sound reduction equipment will bring the sound level of your machine to within the limitations of the Occupational Safety and Health Act Material part configuration feed rate and ambient noise level must be specified at the time of inquiry Research has been conducted to assess the noise generated by the operation of Sound Enclosed Granulator Models 1012 and 1018 The testing is intended to determine a General Noise Level during the operation of the granulator Although the operating noise levels vary with different processed materials material configurations throughputs and conveying methods the information presented here will give the user an average noise level that operators may be exposed to Reference was made to the following technical regulations to establish the noise emitted by the machine S P I Noise Test Noise Measurement Procedure for Granulators by the Society of the Plastic Industry UNI7712 Machine Tools Determining Noise in the Working Environment 1977 e SO3746 Acoustics Determination of Sound Power Level of Noise Sources Engineering method for free field conditions over a reflecting plane 1981 e SO3746 Acoustics Determination
32. nual nennen nna nnns 14 22 General D GS0 WA u TUE 14 2 3 Typical Features and Components 15 RODDE oee EE E E A E E E eee eee eee 15 Qiii iio ED 15 Blu SVSISIm 15 J J Ol ux 15 D sss a gs cst conse D SS 15 Pia me ey C uju l l Tem 16 cuv ilo II 16 SIME X 16 Sound Reduction Equipment a 16 CHAPTER 3 INSTALLATION 18 3 1 Uncrating the Equipment esses nennen nennen nnne nnn nnn 18 S MEE I ME a eae E TTE 18 3 5 ElecGHUIGarGobphee lO s uuu Emm mmm 19 3 4 Accessing the Cutting Chamber nnns nna nn 20 3 5 Closing the Cutting Chamber nennen nnns nna n 20 os ili oU I p AAA AI 21 CHAPIER 4 OPERAIIDNA au auwayasusapusauakasaahkausaaqhukuapa 22 dst SiR EU Em 22 4 2 Feeding the Gran lator u u u u u u u u ul uuu nennen nnne nnne nnn nnns nn nis 22 4 3 Clearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber 22 AA E WA u Em 23 CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANGCGCE 24 5 1
33. of Sound Power Level of Noise Sources Survey method 1979 DIN45635 Measurements of airborne noise emitted by machines Enveloping measuring method 1972 The technical specifications of the Sound Enclosed Granulator Models 1012 and 1018 Figure 2 and the test methods used to establish the noise level generated are described below Figure 4 Figure 3 gives the mean sound levels Lpm in dB A for each model of machine as well as an average of the sound levels measured at the four positions shown on the diagram below vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 4 3 9 2 2 6 ter 2 Functional Description 16 of 45 seus Figure 2 Noise Test Specifications Model Motor Impeller Speed Production 75 Production Test Supply SPI Power Method RW Remin Kgh Kg h Kg h 1012 1018 149 0 Figure 3 Average Sound Levels Model 1012 Sound Enclosed ms 2 o OBE gt J 7 856 Figure 4 Noise Test Method Operator M S l Position l S P I Material Sample Feeding Point Type PVC 1120 SCH40 ASTMD 1785 T Length 145 mm Position of the uuu OU ND gt ma photometric Inner Dia 26 5 mm _ Thickness 3 5 mm detectors h 1 5 m Mass 0 069 kg Machine being tested All Granulators provided with 5 16 8 mm Diameter Hole Screen vy WHITAKER 800 2 4 3 9226 2 Functional Description 17 of 45 4 pb E E Chapter 3 Installation 3 1 Uncrating the Equipment The complete granulator is
34. otor knife that is also ground to its minimum dimension Rotor Knife Sharpening The rotor knife can be re sharpened to the diagram below The three knives must be sharpened to within 0 076 mm 0 003 of each other Greater dimensional variations will cause difficulty when setting the knife gap and create other serious complications When sharpening it is not harmful to allow a few small nicks to remain in the cutting edge Grinding the cutting edge until perfectly clean can sometimes be wasteful Do not install rotor knives that are smaller than the minimum dimension shown because the fasteners that secure these knives will interfere with the cutting circle If the rotor cannot turn the bed knives will be damaged Bed Knife Sharpening Each bed knife is provided with two cutting edges When the exposed edges become blunt the knives can be turned and repositioned to present the new cutting edges When re sharpening Is necessary refer to the diagram below It is not necessary to grind bed knives to the closely matched tolerance of rotor knives As with rotor knives small nicks in the cutting edges will not seriously affect knife cutting efficiency Bed knives that are smaller than the minimum dimensions shown must be replaced along with the fasteners that secure them Figure 5 Knife Sharpening Specifications Rotor Knife 30 M 382 003 Minimum Length 2 305 58 5 mm 9 5 mm 05 B Se Bed Knife
35. perate the machine or job the rotor unless the cutting chamber s covers discharge chute and guards are in place and secure Do not circumvent the safety interlocks Never operate the machine or jog the rotor unless the cutting chamber covers discharge chute or any guards or covers are in place and secure Do not circumvent the safety interlocks Prior to clearing a jam or performing any maintenance the motor should be turned off and electrically locked out Be sure that the rotor has come to a stop Hands must not be inserted into the machine to clear the jam Do not extend any part of the body into feed roll openings or discharge area unless the motors are electrically locked out and the rotor and feed rolls are motionless Never extend fingers through holes in the screen Be sure that the v belts are properly aligned and that tension is at its maximum Extreme care should be taken to see that all bolts are properly tightened at all times During the operation of the machine rotor knife bolts may come loose Although fine threads are used on the rotor knife bolts you should still inspect the tightness of the bolts frequently This machine is designed for the granulation of plastic materials Do not feed any other materials into the machine 1 3 Responsibility These machines are constructed for maximum operator safety when used under standard operating conditions and when recommended instructions are followed in the maintenance and o
36. peration of the machine All personnel engaged in the use of the machine should become familiar with its operation as described in this manual Proper operation of the machine promotes safety for the operator and all workers in its vicinity Becoming familiar with materials inspection speed limitations screens guard maintenance and total user responsibility will assist you in learning potential areas in need of observation for danger Each individual must take responsibility for observing the prescribed safety rules as outlined All caution warning and danger signs must be observed and obeyed All actual or potential danger areas must be reported to your immediate supervisor 1 4 Warnings and Precautions Our granulators are designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications following national and local safety codes To avoid possible personal injury or equipment damage when installing operating or maintaining this granulator use good judgment and follow these safe practices vy paar ese i 800 243 9226 Chapter 1 Safety 10 of 45 M LEARN AND OBEY your company s safety policy regarding granulating equipment M MOVING OR LIFTING THE GRANULATOR Although our equipment is built and engineered for great ruggedness in operation care must be taken when moving the machine along the floor or lifting it Damage may occur to sheet metal covers electrical cabinets or small brackets i
37. phazard substitutions and repairs when defective electrical components are malfunctioning we recommend that you check the associated circuitry and assemblies for other defective devices It is common to replace the obviously damaged component without actually locating the real cause of the trouble Such hasty substitutions will only destroy the new component Refer to wiring diagrams and schematics Locating mechanical problems should they occur is relatively straightforward When necessary refer to the parts catalog section 6 2 Electrical Faults Possible Cause Possible Remedy Motor Fails to Start Supply failure Check fuses Starter inoperative Check main supply Starter overloads or cuts out Check motor requirements and adjust accordingly Safety switches inoperative Check and adjust as needed Motor starts but will not take Too much belt tension Check belt tension and adjust load as necessary Incorrectly connected motor Check terminal connection with manufacturer s connection diagram and adjust as necessary Defective starter winding Check current in each phase with ammeter 1f there 1s a marked difference in current in one phase contact motor manufacturer Motor will start when Worn bearings Check and replace if disconnected from load but necessary according to not when connected manufacturer s literature vy WHITAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 G barter 6 Troubleshooting 30 of 45 6 3 Processing Faults Possible Cause
38. rom the base evacuation area You can now have the machine lifted from the skid To lift and move the granulator safely and correctly cover any sharp corners or edges and use the type of equipment that has the most appropriate features and capacity Use the designated lifting points and do NOT lift the machine by the hopper handles or guards When using a forklift to move the granulator place the carriage forks under the base Where a forklift truck 1s not available it is possible to use cables or belts provided that they are strong enough to support the weight of the granulator 3 2 Belt Tensioning Tension the belts at the maximum recommended force Check the tension at least twice during the first day of operation See Section 5 5 on page 28 for the belt tensioning procedure vy WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 3 Installation 18 of 45 3 3 Electrical Connections Check serial tag voltage amperage requirements and make sure your electrical service conforms before making any electrical connections Make sure that all three phases are wired correctly Bring properly sized power leads and grounds from a fused disconnect to the unit Provide external overcurrent protection to the unit using circuit breakers or fuses If you use fuses make sure that they are dual element time delay fuses sized according to your electrical code Refer to the technical specifications in the Appendix for horsepower voltage phase and frequency requir
39. skidded for shipment The bin has been removed from the granulator to facilitate lifting with a forklift truck The bin is packed with spare parts if required Refer to the Appendix for detailed dimensional data and pertinent weights Prepare in advance the site you have selected for installation of the granulator Be certain that the area to be occupied by the machine is clean level and free of obstructions The machine should be set on a concrete floor and care must be taken when moving the machine across a hollow timber floor so that the point loading of the casters does not cause damage The site you have selected must have a floor rating to adequately support the weight of the machine If necessary use steel shims to level the machine Locate the machine so that access is given to electrical components screen and hopper Maintenance personnel should have unobstructed access to the units on which they will be working To avoid squeezing people working near a machine there should be adequate clearance maintained between machines walls or partitions Hinged doors and covers should have full swing Restrictions may force work in cramped quarters An off balance operator with an awkward reach into a partially obscured area is unsafe If inspection after shipment has revealed no shipping damage unpack the unit by removing all hold downs tie downs bolts nuts etc Remove the envelope with the electrical schematics and instruction manual f
40. the bed knives 5 Before installing and adjusting the bed knives check all rotor knives to make sure they are properly seated on the rotor and securely fastened 6 Place the downstroke bed knife and its shield in place and hand tighten the knife bolts to hold them firmly to the knife seats 7 Using the push and pull screws to set the knife clearance to 0 005 to 0 008 for most materials 0 014 to 0 016 for solid wall pipe with 0 187 wall thickness or greater The clearance should be measured with a feeler gauge at the ends of the knife by rotating the rotor sheave backwards by hand The clearance is slightly greater at the center of the knives 8 Adjust the shield using its push and pull screws so that its front edge is within 1 32 of the bed knife edges 9 Tighten the bed knife bolts to 95 ft Ib 128 Nm 10 Repeat steps 6 through 9 for the upstroke bed knives W WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 5 Maintenance 26 of 45 5 4 Sharpening the Knives Under normal operating use the cutting edge of the knives will eventually become dulled resulting in reduced cutting efficiency The blunt knives may either be re ground to restore the cutting edge or replaced with new knives when regrinding is not possible The minimum dimensions given for the rotor knife and bed knife cannot be combined NOTICE to produce a cutting combination For example a bed knife ground to its minimum dimension cannot be combined with a r
41. uld the knives be too close Check the knives on each end only Proper clearance is 0 005 to 0 008 for most materials this clearance is slightly greater at the center of the knives Moria Recheck knife clearance after the first 24 to 36 hours of operation 5 To make the adjustment on the bed knives the bed knife bolts should be hand tightened to hold the knife firmly against the knife seat while adjusting the knife forward using push and pull screws After the clearance is set torque the bed knife screws to 95 Ft Lb 128 Nm and the rotor knives to 100 Ft Lb 135 Nm 6 With the exposed parts of the machine thoroughly clean and all knife clamping bolts securely fastened close the cutting chamber as described in Section 3 5 on page 20 After initial start up the rotor knife retaining screws should be checked after 8 NOTICE hours running to be assured that 100 Ft Lb 135 Nm of torque is maintained Thereafter rotor knife retaining screws should be checked weekly NOTICE The rotor must be rotated at least two rotations every 30 days to prevent brinnelling and corrosion of raceways W WHI TAKER 8 0 0 2 43 9 2 2 6 Chapter 3 Installation 21 of 45 Chapter 4 Operation 4 1 Start up Before starting the machine check that the rotor rotates freely by rotating it by hand from outside the machine using either the coupling or the sheave depending on the type of drive Inspect the cutting chamber carefully to insure that nothi
42. ur original invoice If the shipment was prepaid write us for a receipted transportation bill Advise customer service regarding your wish for assistance and to obtain an RMA return material authorization number If the Shipment ts Not Complete Check the packing list as back ordered items are noted on the packing list You should have MI Granulator Bill of lading Packing list Operating and Installation packet NANA RI Electrical schematic and panel layout drawings M Component instruction manuals Re inspect the container and packing material to see if you missed any smaller items during unpacking If the Shipment is Not Correct If the shipment is not what you ordered contact the shipping department immediately For immediate assistance please contact the correct facility located in the technical assistance section of this manual Have the order number and item number available Hold the items until you receive shipping instructions W UAE 800 243 9226 i Returns Do not return any damaged or incorrect items until you receive shipping instructions from the shipping department Credit Returns Prior to the return of any material authorization must be given by the manufacturer A RMA number will be assigned for the equipment to be returned Reason for requesting the return must be given ALL returned material purchased from the manufacturer returned is subject to 15 75 00 minimum restocking charge ALL
43. ustments that should be followed before commencing with operation of the granulator These instructions are intended to supplement standard shop procedures performed at shift daily and weekly intervals The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls in addition to information for operating the granulator safely and efficiently The Maintenance chapter is intended to serve as a source of detailed assembly and disassembly instructions for those areas of the equipment requiring service Preventive maintenance sections are included to ensure that your granulator provides excellent long service The Troubleshooting chapter serves as a guide for identification of most common problems Potential problems are listed along with possible causes and related solutions The Appendix contains technical specifications drawings schematics parts lists and available options A spare parts list with part numbers specific to your machine is provided with your shipping paperwork package Refer to this section for a listing of spare parts for purchase Have your serial number and model number ready when ordering Safety Symbols Used in this Manual The following safety alert symbols are used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow these symbols to avoid possible injury or death 4 DANGER DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result
44. www WrhitakerBrothers com 1000 Series Granulators 10 x 12 and 10 x 18 Models Models Covered GP BP 1000X MTG Part Number MAN CA025490 Bulletin Number GRN1 635 Effective August 1 2012 an ACS company WHITAKER 800 243 9226 Write Down Your Serial Numbers Here For Future Reference We are committed to a continuing program of product improvement Specifications appearance and dimensions described in this manual are subject to change without notice DCN No Copyright 2013 All rights reserved WHER 800 243 9226 i Shipping Info Unpacking and Inspection You should inspect your granulator for possible shipping damage Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit such as broken or loose wiring and components loose hardware and mounting screws etc In the Event of Shipping Damage According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and place of shipment Notify the transportation company s local agent if you discover damage Hold the damaged goods and packing material for the examining agent s inspection Do not return any goods before the transportation company s inspection and authorization File a claim with the transportation company Substantiate the claim by referring to the agent s report A certified copy of our invoice is available upon request The original Bill of Lading is attached to o
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