AEC Colortronic MTF 3000 Series Granulator - Manual (Page 23)

10.0 Procedure to Open/Close the Screen Chamber
10.1 Procedure to Open Screen Chamber
Allow all material to run out of the cutting chamber.
Shut OFF and LOCKOUT all power including the main disconnect switch.
Open the front doors.
Disconnect the transfer tube (optional) from the exhaust side of the transition by unclamping
and then partially pulling through the transfer tube opening on the side cover of the machine.
Remove the transition on the front of the screen chamber by releasing the clip fasteners at the
top front edge of the chamber and then lifting it forward and out of the transition retaining lip.
Place the transition to the side, positioning it face down.
Open the screen chamber by removing the hex head cap screws and CAREFULLY lowering
it until fully open. The screen chamber is lowered by means of a hydraulic pump.
MTF3030, MTF3045 machines are lowered by hydraulic pump
Remove the screen and place it aside, always positioning it standing upright on its end.
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CAUTION
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New or resharpened knives should be handled with extreme
care. It is suggested that the sharp cutting edges be covered
with tape to prevent damage to the knives or injury to
personnel during installation.
10.2 Procedure to Close the Screen Chamber
Ensure all tools, screws, rags, and etc., are removed from the inside of the cutting chamber
and screen chamber.
Place the screen back into it’s original position, ensuring it is fully seated within the cradle
and then CAREFULLY raise the chamber to it’s closed position. Insert all of the hex head
cap screws initially removed and then tighten them fully, working from the center out towards
the ends.
Replace the transition, making sure that nothing has been left inside, by positioning it down
into the transition retaining lip and then securing it to the screen chamber with clip fasteners.
Re-connect the transfer tube (optional) to the exhaust side of the transition by inserting it fully
through the transfer tube opening on the side cover of the machine and then clamping it to the
transition.
Before closing and locking the front doors, recheck all components to insure that they are
properly fastened.
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