AEC Colortronic Granulator - M103 - Manual (Page 16)

4-3 Clearing a Jammed Cutting Chamber
Never attempt to free a jammed machine by placing hands on the rotor, rotor knives, or inside
the cutting chamber. Hands must be kept clear of the rotational path of the rotor knives.
Good footing on a clean floor is essential and the body should be well braced to guard against
loss of balance should the jam suddenly come free. Use the following procedure to clear a
jammed cutting chamber:
1. Disconnect and lock out power.
2. Be certain that the rotor is motionless.
3. Access the cutting chamber as describe in Section 3-3 on page 13.
4. Use a pry bar to exert force on the rotor, usually in the direction opposite normal
rotation. A leather mallet and a block of wood of sufficient length to keep hands
away from path of knives can be used if necessary.
5. Use pliers to remove material from the cutting chamber, keeping in mind that the
removal of material may cause rotation of the rotor and rotor knives.
6. After clearing the jam, be certain that the screen and all guards and covers are
secured in place before connecting power and starting the machine.
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