Sterlco SPS Series Pipe Shredder - Manual (Page 41)

GRN4-610 Chapter 5: Maintenance 41 of 73
5-2 Preventative & Corrective Maintenance
Checking the Protective Devices
Check all safety devices for stipulated condition, location, and function; verify they have
safe mountings.
Danger results from non-functioning protective devices! Serious
injury or death can result. Eliminate all defects before you put the
machine into operation! If defects occur during operation, stop the
machine immediately and eliminate the defect! Do NOT change or
remove any protective devices. Do NOT modify the protective
devices
Cleaning the Machine
To clean the machine, follow the steps below.
1. Switch OFF the shredder at main switch.
2. Safeguard main switch with a padlock.
3. Open the housing panel.
4. Safeguard the housing panel.
5. Pre-clean the grinding chamber with a hand brush.
6. Evacuate the remaining grinding material residue with a suitable suction device.
7. Remove any clinging residue with a wooden scraper.
8. Close the housing panel.
9. Machine can be started again.
Danger of cutting caused by sharp knives even while the rotor is
stationary. Serious injury may result—especially to the hands and
fingers—wear protective gloves.
Inhalation of dust can be hazardous and can result in respiratory
injury—never blow out the residue and use breathing protection if
necessary.
Replacing the Gearbox Motor
The gearbox motor’s dimensions make replacing the gearbox necessary only in
exceptional cases. Dismounting and mounting the gearbox requires specialized
knowledge. Please observe the installation requirements of the gearbox manufacturer.