Sterlco SPS Series Pipe Shredder - Manual (Page 37)

GRN4-610 Chapter 3: Installation 37 of 73
Start-up Checklist
þ When the housing panel is opened, check the cutter mounting screws using a
torque wrench.
þ Search the grinding chamber for foreign matter.
þ Check oil level of the gearbox motor.
þ Examine in-feed device for foreign matter.
þ Check that they Emergency Stop buttons are unlocked.
þ Check all safety devices for proper function.
þ Switch ON the machine for a short time to check the rotational direction—can be
seen at the discharge air fan of the drive motor—observe the running direction
arrow.
þ Allow machine to run approximately 10 minutes without grinding material.
þ Connect material discharge and in-feed device; check rotational direction drives.
þ Feed grinding material uniformly; too much material can cause the machine to
overload.
þ Check the temperature of ground material if necessary.
þ Monitor the ammeter. This displays the present current consumption and
provides information on the load of the machine.