Sterlco ST500 Series Central Granulator - Manual (Page 27)

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INSTALLATION
SECTION 3-1
Uncrating the Granulator
OVERVIEW
This section deals with the procedures required to place your ST500 Series Granulator into service
after you receive it at your plant. The following basic steps need to be accomplished.
Uncrating the machine
Accounting for all necessary parts
Inspecting for damage and reporting any damage to the carrier
Cleaning the protective coating from the machine
Moving the machine to its service location
Checking and, if necessary, adjusting mechanical parts before applying electrical power
Connecting electrical power to the machine control panel and hydraulic
cylinder/jackscrew control panel located on the machine
Performing the start-up procedure
PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS, AS OUTLINED TO ACHIEVE A SAFE AND
SUCCESSFUL START- UP OF YOUR T500 SERIES GRANULATOR.
The machine weights for the AT500 Series Granulators are as follows: ST5070 10000 pounds
ST5090 12500 pounds
ST50120 16000 pounds
UNCRATE THE GRANULATOR
As shipped, the granulator and the hopper are securely bolted onto separate skids and covered
with a wooden crate. The electrical cabinet, an optional item, is similarly packaged when ordered.
Remove the strapping.
Remove the packages and parts from the skid or inner sides of the crate. Remove the hold-
down bolts, nuts, etc.
Inspect for damage during transit and notify the carrier immediately of any damage.
Check the packing list and notify STERLING if there are any shortages.