Sterlco SDAP 90-225 CFM Series Drying and Conveying Systems - Manual (Page 21)

SDAP Series PD 2 to PD 4 Drying and Conveying Systems Page 21
If higher rates are required, pull the tube out in increments of one eighth of an inch ( 1 /
8
” /
3 mm). Check the rate. If you still require a higher flow rate, repeat these procedures to
go to the next setting.
Important!
Never set the inner tube all the way out to start with the maximum flow rate!
2. Check the flexible hose used for conveying material from the FCO to the sight glass
loader inlet. Make sure that the hose is straight down from the bend to the inlet. If there
are any loops cut the hose to the right length to remove the bends.
The hose lengths are cut at factory to ten feet (10’/3 m); but if the hose is too long, cut it
to the right length.
3. Every time you change the material make sure you:
• Purge all the material in the line.
• Adjust the inner tube all the way in. (Factory recommended setting)
• Slowly adjust by one eighth of an inch (
1 /
8
” / 3 mm) increments if you want a higher
throughput.
The distance is measured from the inside edge of the indicator knob to the outer edge of
the collar on the take-off compartment. Adjust the inner tube out in the increments of one
eighth of an inch (
1 /
8
” / 3 mm) until you get the rate you want.
If Material is Not Conveying or the Line Plugs Up…
1. Make sure the inner tube is not set beyond the outer limit, the five-eighths inch ( 5 /
8
” /
16 mm) setting:
• Adjust the inner tube to a reduced convey flow setting.
2. Make sure that the flex connection to the machine hopper inlet is straight, without any
bends:
• Trim the hose length just enough to reach the machine hopper.
3. Make sure the convey time is not set too high:
• Lower the convey time.