BICO UD Pulverizer - Manual (Page 2)

Bico, Inc.
3116 Valhalla Drive, Burbank, CA 91505
Tel. (818) 842-7179 – Fax (818) 842-7976
[email protected]
OWNERS AND OPERATORS MANUAL FOR THE UD PULVERIZER
The operation principle is quite simple: A grooved revolving plate is rotated against a grooved
stationary plate to produce the grinding action. The space, which separates the plates when they
are adjusted for operation, determines the fineness to which the friable material is reduced.
INSTALLATION
Unpack the Pulverizer and set it on a level platform in the desired location. Tightly secure the
machine in position with the lag bolts that are shipped with the machine. They can be found in a
package in the ore pan. Also found in the ore pan is the cover bracket. This bracket prevents the
cover from opening to a point of strain on the hinges. Attach this stop to the side of the Pulverizer
using the three cap screws supplied for this purpose.
Connect the included starting switch to your power source in accordance with the
directions enclosed with the switch. Just above the junction box on the Pulverizer is a direction
plate indicating the proper wiring for your current. Connect the Pulverizer to the relay switch in
accordance with these directions.
NOTE: THE PLATES SHOULD ROTATE CLOCKWISE, AS OBERSERVED FROM THE FRONT
(FEED CHUTE) END OF THE MACHINE.
The optional magnetic switch has internal overload protection. This shuts off the current
automatically should the Pulverizer jam due to improper adjustment of the plates or jamming of the
grinding plates.
Should an overload occur, wait a few minutes, to permit relay to cool, and press the RESET
button.
ADJUSTMENT
Before operation, clean the Pulverizer thoroughly, being careful to wipe all oil from the grinding
plates and interior. The plates are shipped oiled to prevent rusting.
The Bico Pulverizer can be adjusted during operation by means of the adjusting screw at the end
of the shaft. The setting can be permanently maintained by tightening the lock lever. This setting
retained when the Pulverizer is opened for cleaning.
The Ball Bearings are totally sealed and need no lubrication.