AEC OS Series Gravimetric Batch Blenders - Manual (Page 87)

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6-5 Mechanical
The mechanical design of the blender is very simple and very little maintenance is
required. The only moving parts are the metering gates, weigh hopper dump
valve and mixer agitator. The following maintenance is suggested:
Daily
• Inspect blender for any loose parts-tighten them immediately.
• Verify quality of compressed air supply.
• Verify mixer door is properly latched.
Weekly
• Inspect metering gates for proper operation.
• Recalibrate
blender
Monthy
• Inspect air regulator and air safety circuits, if equipped.
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