Owner's manual

Instructions for Operation & Maintenance

Spin Loader

General Description

The Spin Loader lets you utilize bulk storage facilities to their fullest

capacity. It eliminates the pyramiding which occurs when powders,

flakes and granular materials are loaded into bins, hopper cars and

piles and enables you to load up to 15% more product into virtually

any storage facility.

Compact, ruggedly-built, the Spin Loader consists of an inlet tube,

which guides the material through the unit and a spinner, which

distributes the material in a 360° arc or as refined by deflectors and

reduces the possibility of particle segregation and enables the particles

to intermix. The spinner is rotated by the use of a direct coupled

motor. Since the unit is completely enclosed, it totally eliminates

product waste, contamination and dust problems. The SL-100 is

supplied with a 2 horsepower drive and is rated at a maximum feed

rate of 100,000 pounds per hour. The SL-200 is supplied with a 5

horsepower drive and is rated at a maximum feed rate of 200,000

pounds per hour. For models other than these listed, check formal

quotation for horsepower ratings and maximum rates.

Installation

Except for the paddle of the optional rotary level indicator, the Spin

Loader is shipped assembled and ready for installation. After the unit

is unpacked, examine it for any possible shipping damage. Notify

carrier if any is found.

The paddle of the rotary level indicator is simply screwed into the shaft

end. A roll pin is inserted through the shaft to lock the paddle in

place.

The Spin Loader must be rotated at least once a month to insure

proper bearing grease distribution. If a high temperature or moist

environment is expected, the unit must be rotated at shorter intervals.

Please contact the factory for their recommendations.

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Instructions for Operation & Maintenance Spin Loader General Description The Spin Loader lets you utilize bulk storage facilities to their fullest capacity. It eliminates the pyramiding which occurs when powders, flakes and granular materials are loaded into bins, hopper cars and piles and enables you to load up to 15% more product into virtually any storage facility.
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Examine the nameplate data of the motor to see that it agrees with the power circuit to which it is to be connected. Connect the power leads or air line to obtain the specified direction of rotation. CORRECT DIRECTION OR ROTATION IS STAMPED ONTO HOUSING***DO NOT OPERATE IN REVERSE DIRECTION. The spinner should rotate freely when turned by hand. The electric motor should run smoothly with little noise.
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The following should be checked at regular intervals: 1. Inspect the gasket attached to the base of the Spin Loader. Replace with new gasket if torn. 2. The Spin Loader’s top and lower bearings are packed with a general purpose grease and should not require any additional lubrication. Both bearings have an expected bearing life of 1 to 2 years under normal use. If a bearing fails, it should be replaced with a Metalfab spare part or equal.