AEC Colortronic MTF 2000 Series Granulator - Manual (Page 15)

Tangential Feed Granulators Installation 15 of 39
3-4 Closing the Cutting Chamber
After completing any maintenance or adjustments inside the cutting chamber, use the
following procedure to close the cutting chamber and resume use of the granulator:
1. Replace the screen cradles by hooking the slotted ends onto the cradle pivot rod.
2. Replace the screens into the screen cradles by pushing the furthest end (bottom edge)
into the pocket of the screen cradle.
3. Pivot the cradles up and assemble the 2 cradle mounting screws while holding the
cradle in place with one hand. The bolting surface of the cradle should touch the bed
knife clamp without any interference.
4. Tighten the cradle mounting screws evenly and torque to 315 Nm (230 lbs. ft.).
5. Rotate the rotor backwards to be sure there is no binding.
6. Replace the granulate deflector
7. Close the enclosure doors.
8. Close the hinged safety flap and press down when while turning the interlock screw.
9. Tighten the interlock screw as far as it will go.
10. Replace line fuses, turn power on, and remove the out of service tag from the
machine.