Sterlco SPS Series Pipe Shredder - Manual (Page 40)

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Chapter 5: Maintenance
5-1 Preventative Maintenance Schedule
Only trained personnel may perform maintenance on the machine. The maintenance
must be performed within the specified time and also documented for records. Regular
maintenance is important to the continued effectiveness and efficiency of the machine.
Electrical voltage causes danger while starting the machine for
maintenance—the main switch MUST be turned to 0, the machine
must be safeguarded with a padlock, and a warning sign must be
attached.
Maintenance Plan
The following maintenance must be completed after every 8 operation hours:
• Check protective devices for proper function.
• Check mountings of cutters and bed knives.
• Check the condition of the cutters and bed knives.
The following maintenance must be completed after every 40 operation hours:
• Check that all screws are tightened.
• Check all wearing parts.
• Check hydraulic oil level and consistence.
The following maintenance must be completed after every 2000 operation hours:
• Check the oil level in the gearbox motor.
The following maintenance must be completed when necessary:
• Clean the machine.
• Check the main bearings (bearing clearance, lubricant renewal).
Yearly Maintenance:
• The purpose of yearly maintenance is to check the general condition of the
machine and to arrange for the arrival of any necessary replacement parts in good
time. A service engineer can assist in performing this task.