Instruction Manual

REVISION 9/04 BJF
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INSTALLATION
SECTION 3-1
OVERVIEW
This section deals with the procedures required to place your 2000 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
Performing the start-up procedure
PLEASE FOLLOW THESE STEPS AS OUTLINED TO ACHIEVE A SAFE AND
SUCCESSFUL START UP OF YOU 2000 SERIES GRANULATOR.
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.
The machine weights for the 2000 – Series Ganulators are as follows: 2042…….11,000 lbs.
2050…….12,750 lbs
2062…….14,500 lbs