Operating Instructions SM3-635a Safety Filters SFC-A 40 SFC-A 50 SFC-A 65 Sterling Material Processing
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SFC-A Table of contents 1. Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 1.1. 1.2. 1.3. 1.4. Warnings and symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Explanations and information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 For the operating safety of the equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SFC-A 6. Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 6.1. Data sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 7. Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 SM3-635a 7.1. Spare parts list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SFC-A 1. Safety instructions » These safety instructions apply to all persons within the range of action of the equipment. Please inform all persons within the range of action of the equipment of the direct and indirect hazards connected with the equipment. These operating instructions are to be used by all persons assigned activities connected with the equipment. Knowledge of the English language is prerequisite.
SFC-A 1.1. Warnings and symbols The following warnings and symbols are used in these operating instructions: » This symbol indicates danger to life! Fatal or serious injury is possible if the corresponding instructions, regulations or warnings are not observed. This symbol indicates that serious injury is possible if the corresponding instructions, regulations or warnings are not observed.
SFC-A 1.2. Explanations and information Various terms and designations are used frequently in these operating instructions to ensure clarity. Therefore please note that the terms used in the text stand for the corresponding explanations listed below. ment · Equip “Equipment” can mean an individual unit, a machine or an installation. erating personnel · Op The “operating personnel” are persons operating the equipment on their own responsibility or according to instructions (minimum age: 16).
SFC-A 1.3. For your safety · The operating personnel of this equipment must be at least 16 years old. read these operating instructions carefully before taking into operation for · Please the first time. Contact us should questions arise. This avoids injury and damage to equipment! operating instructions must be kept available at all times at the place of op· These eration of the equipment.
SFC-A not modify, add other equipment or change the design of the equipment with· Do out the approval of the manufacturer. Caution: Danger of accidents! pile detailed operating instructions based on these Operating instructions for · Com the sequence of procedures to be carried out on this equipment. Improper operation results in danger of accidents! · Appoint an equipment foreman to be responsible for the equipment.
SFC-A · This equipment is not suitable for food processing. note that sound levels exceeding 85 db(A) may in the long term damage · Please your health. Use the appropriate ear muffs. This avoids impairment of hearing! tachments not supplied by Sterling must be manufactured in accordance with · Atsafety regulation EN 294. Danger of accidents! pipes, hoses and screwed connections should be checked regularly for leaks · All and damage. Any faults which arise should be corrected immediately.
SFC-A 1.4. For the operating safety of the equipment · Never change settings if the consequences are not precisely known. · Use only original Sterling spare parts. · Please observe the maintenance schedule. · Keep record of all maintenance and repair work. · Please note that electronic components may be damaged by static discharge. all electrical connections for proper fit before the equipment is taken into · Check operation for the first time and at regular intervals.
SFC-A · Check the collecting container for tightness following each cleaning procedure. · Make sure that the one-way restrictor regulation should not be changed. · The operating instructions of the connected machines must be followed. SM3-635a · All components must be sufficiently grounded.
SFC-A 2. Installation instructions » These installation instructions are intended for persons with skills in electrical and mechanical areas due to their training, experience and received instructions. Personnel using these installation instructions must be instructed in the regulations for the prevention of accidents, the operating conditions and safety regulations and their implementation. Ensure in each case that the personnel are informed.
SFC-A SM3-635a F Install the equipment such that all parts are easily accessible; this facilitates maintenance and repair work.
SFC-A 2.1. Transport The unit is delivered as a complete sub-assembly. Transport the unit on a pallet. Lift the unit only by the wall support flange (B) or by the separator container (A). Use only suitable lifting gear (e.g. hoisting crane or forklift). » Observe the carrying capacity of the lifting gear. Observe the safety instructions for the handling of lifting gear. F Never lift the unit by the pneumatique valve.
SFC-A 2.2. Installation For installation, the wall support flange (A) is used. F Install the safety filter by means of four screws which guarantee a carrying capacity of at least 100 kg (220 lbs.). Install the safety filter in the suction tube directly before the vacuum generator. Connect the line to the conveyor units to the tube of the hopper loader (B) by means of a flexible hose. Screw both parts together by means of a hose clamp.
SFC-A 2.3. Compressed air supply For operation of the valve, a compressed-air supply (1/4 “) is needed. Check compressed air piping for correct installation and assembly. Check fittings, length and quality of the hose connections for agreement with requirements. The operating pressure is 5-6 bar (72-87 PSI) (system overpressure). Check the compressed air supplied by the plant’s supply network. Adjust compressed air pressure to 5-6 bar (72-87 PSI) (system overpressure).
SFC-A 2.4. Electrical connection » The electrical connection may only be carried out by trained personnel. The regulations of the local Electricity Board must be observed. All work must be carried out with the unit disconnected from voltage and pressure supply. It is not permitted for other persons to undertake the electrical connection. F Observe the electrical manual of the conveying system. SM3-635a Put the plug into the socket of the safety filter and secure it with the holding clamp.
SFC-A Han 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 S1 = Safety switch AV = Cleaning valve, top VV = Vacuum valve, side S1 AV VV SM3-635a Connection housing Installation instructions 20
SFC-A 3. Functioning description » This functioning description is intended for all operating personnel of the equipment. Prerequisite for this functioning description is general knowledge of conveying systems. Ensure in each case that the operating personnel are sufficiently informed. The safety filter may only be used together with a conveying system.
SFC-A 3.1. General The safety filter is used to clean the vacuum air of the entire system and must be installed in every multi-location suction conveyor system . A filter cartridge inside the safety filter separates the vacuum air from the dust particles flowing along with it. Vacuum pressure is built up in the safety filter following a filter monitoring period. Surrounding air is conducted into the safety filter by means of a valve. The direction of flow is opposite to the normal direction of flow.
SFC-A 4. Putting into operation » This chapter is intended for operating personnel. Prerequisite for this chapter is general knowledge of the operation of conveying systems. Also prerequisite for this chapter is that the functioning description has been read and understood. Ensure in each case that the operating personnel are sufficiently informed. F Check the compressed-air supply (max. 5-6 bar (72-87 PSI) system overpressure). Check the connections of the lines (conveying lines and vacuum lines).
SFC-A 4.1. Checking the settings of the conveying control The number and way of the setting depends on the connected conveying control. This is a description of two possibilities. Surveillance time This is safety filter monitoring time between two cleanings. Has this time passed, the safety filter ist cleaned automatically. Cleaning cycles Number of cleaning pulses during a cleaning process. 4.2. Checking the line system Remove the flexible line from the connected material receptacle.
SFC-A 5. Maintenance » This chapter is intended for persons with skills in electrical and mechanical areas due to their training, experience and received instructions. Personnel using the instructions in this chapter must be instructed of the regulations for the prevention of accidents, the operating conditions and safety regulations and their implementation. Ensure in each case that the personnel are informed accordingly. For maintenance work taking place at heights of over approx.
SFC-A L Disconnect the equipment from mains supply before starting maintenance procedures to ensure that it cannot be switched on unintentionally. Depressurize all compressed air piping of the equipment before starting maintenance work. F Please observe the maintenance intervals. Before starting maintenance work, clean the equipment of oil, fuel or lubricants.
SFC-A 5.1. Maintenance intervals Daily: Check warning signs on equipment for good legibility and completeness. Check the oil level in the oiler. Empty the water separator. Check operating pressure of the plant’s supply network (5-6 bar (72-87 PSI) system overpressure). Check waste level in the collecting container. Weekly/monthly: Clean filter cartridge in the safety filter (depending on accumulation of dust earlier!). Every six months: tions Check all electrical and mechanical connecfor secure fit.
SFC-A 5.2. Clean collecting container L For cleaning of the collecting container, the plant should be switched off. Open the toggle-type fasteners (C) on the support (B). The collecting container (A) turns down together with the holding clamp. Pull the collecting container (A) out of the holder. Clean the collecting container (A). Reinstall the collecting container (A) in the holder. Close the holder (B) and close the toggle-type fasteners (C). Check the collecting container for tightness.
SFC-A 5.3. Clean/replace filter cartridge » Stop the conveying procedure. Switch off the conveying system at the main switch. Interrupt the mains supply. Set all compressed-air lines at zero pressure. & Clogged filter cartridges reduce conveyor performance. Loosen the tightening strap (B) between the separator lid (A) and separator container (C). Remove the separator lid (A) from the separator container (C). Pull the filter cartridge out of the separator container (C).
SFC-A Install the filter cartridge in the separator container (C). Install the separator lid (A) on the separator container (C). Mount the tightening strap (B) between the separator lid (A) and the separator container (C).
SFC-A 6. Technical data Versions: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SFC-A 40/50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SFC-A 65 Height: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1500 mm (56") max. Diameter separator container: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 mm (15.75") Weight: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SFC-A 6.1. Data sheet A A SFC-A 40: 40 mm; 1,6" SFC-A 50: 50 mm; 2,0" SFC-A 65: 65 mm; 2,5 “ 12 mm 0.47" 16O mm 6.3" 15O0 mm 59" A 4OO mm 15.75" 47O mm 18.5" 41O mm 16.15" SM3-635a Dimensions in mm. Specifications may be subject to alterations.
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SFC-A 7.1. Spare parts list » This spare parts list is intended to be used only by trained personnel. SM3-635a Other persons are not permitted to modify or repair the equipment.
SFC-A SFC-A 40/50/65 80 61 1 17 86 12 85 35 3 37 14 20 48 49 21 51 34 55 68 16 60 69 SM3-635a 32 Appendix 35
SFC-A Pos. Orderno. Name 01 93551 Compressed-air cylinder 03 96372 Solenoid valve 12 98177 PVC fabric hose (0.7 m)(27.6") 14 98706 PVC fabric hose (1.0 m)(39.4") 16 95417 Sealing (1.35 m)(53.15") 17 93569 Profile tension ring 20 86348 Filter cartridge, conical 1.6 m (63") 21 27086 Compressed-air cylinder 32 09042 Container 34 99839 Sealing (1.4 m)(55.