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Operation and Installation Manual
EX Series Screenless Granulator
Important! Read Carefully Before Attempting to Install or Operate Equipment
Bulletin No. BJ1-625
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Write down your granulator ________________ ________________ serial numbers here ________________ ________________ for future reference ________________ ________________ Ball & Jewell can advise you on proper selection and sizing of systems for your operating environment. Ball & Jewell is committed to a continuing program of product improvement. Specifications, appearance, and dimensions described in this manual are subject to change without notice. Bulletin No. BJ1-625 Effective 7/10/02 DCN No.
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Safety Considerations Ball & Jewell EX Series Granulator Sprue and Runner Cutters are designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications, following national and local safety codes. To avoid possible personal injury or equipment damage when installing, operating, or maintaining this granulator, use good judgment and follow these safe practices: LEARN AND OBEY your company’s safety policy regarding granulating equipment. MOVING OR LIFTING THE
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EAR PROTECTION may be required when operating the machine during granulation of very hard/noisy materials. The Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970 has established guidelines for Permissible Noise Exposures (OSHA 1910.95) that should be followed. NEVER attempt to operate the granulator unless it is fully assembled with all guards and interlocks in place and functional. OBSERVE all danger, warning, caution and safety labels on the equipment. Upon completion of any machine maintenance,
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For further information on granulator safety, installation, and operation, see the American National Standard for Plastics Machinery - Granulators, Pelletizers, And Dicers Used For Size Reduction of Plastics - Construction, Care, and Use. ANSI B151.11-1982. Ball & Jewell has long recognized the importance of safety and has designed and manufactured its equipment with operator safety as a prime consideration. We expect you, as a user, to abide by the foregoing recommendations in order to make o
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Table of Contents Error! No table of contents entries found. 1 General Information 11 1-1 Introduction 11 1-1-1 How to Use This Manual 11 1-1-2 Safety Symbols Used in This Manual 12 1-2 Granulator Specifications 13 1-3 Standard Features 13 1-4 Available Options 14 2 Shipping Information 15 2-1 Unpacking and Inspection 15 2-2 In the Event of Shipping Damage 15 2-3 If the Shipment is Not Complete 16 2-4 If the Shipment is Not Correct 16 2-5 Returns 16 2-6 Uncrating Your Granulator 16 3 Installatio
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5 Maintenance 26 5-1 Maintaining Drive Components 26 5-2 Replacing Timing Belts 27 5-3 Lubrication Specifications and Considerations 27 5-4 Knife Recommendations and Adjustments 28 5-4-1 Removing, Replacing and Adjusting Granulator Combs 28 5.4.1.a. Removing Rotor Combs: 28 5.4.1.b. Removing Bed Combs: 29 5.4.1.c. Installing Bed Combs: 29 5-5 Adjusting the Sensitivity of the Optional Bin Level Monitor 30 5-6 Recommended Spare Parts List 31 6 Troubleshooting 33 7 Charts and Figures 39 Page vii
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List of Figures 1. Belt Tensioning Chart 27 2. Recommended Spare Parts List Categories 32 3. S Series Screenless Granulator (Front) 39 4. S Series Screenless Granulator (Back) 39 5. Segregation Chamber Access 40 6. Cutting Chamber Detail
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Ball & Jewell Warranty Information Thank you for your purchase of your new EX Series Screenless Granulator. We are confident that you will have excellent results and trouble-free operation with this machine. When the machine arrives at your plant, inspect it carefully for shipping damage before uncrating and immediately report any damage to your transportation company. All shipments are FOB South Attleboro, Massachusetts. Customer Satisfaction Warranty Program for EX Series Screenless Granulat
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Ball & Jewell Warranty Information We warrant our product to be of the kind and quality quoted, and no other warranty except of title shall be implied. Our company shall repair or replace, at our discretion, any manufactured item on your S Series granulator without charge FOB factory, within one (1) year after date of original purchase, which is proved to be defective when shipped. Claims for labor or consequential damages are not allowed. Excluded from the above are knives, screens, and belts
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1 General Information 1-1 Introduction The Ball & Jewell EX Series Screenless Granulators are designed to uniformly and consistently size-reduce solid material scrap. They have been engineered to consistently deliver clean granulate with a minimum of fines and longs. The rotor on which the combs and breaker bars are mounted is a machined steel unit supported by bearings mounted outside the cutting chamber. The rotor is driven by a gear motor capable of producing high torque loads. The granulat
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standard shop procedures performed at shift, daily, and weekly intervals. The Operation chapter includes a description of electrical and mechanical controls, in addition to information for operating the granulator safely and efficiently. The Maintenance chapter is intended to serve as a source of detailed assembly and disassembly instructions for those areas of the equipment requiring service. Preventive maintenance sections are included to ensure that your EX Series Granulator provides excelle
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1-2 Granulator Specifications Table 1: Granulator Specifications EX909 EX913 EX918 Cutting Circle 9.7” (247 mm) 9.7” (247 mm) 9.7” (247 mm) Throughput 30 lbs./hr (14 kg/hr) 40 lbs./hr (18 kg/hr) 50 lbs./hr (23 kg/hr) Cutting Chamber 9” x 9” (229 mm x 229 9” x 13” (229 mm x 330 9” x 18” (229 mm x 457 mm) mm) mm) Rotor Knives Hardened 8620 alloy Hardened 8620 alloy Hardened 8620 alloy steel steel steel Bed Comb Reversible 1/4” (6.4 mm) Reversible 1/4" (6.4 mm) Reversible 1/4" (6.4 mm) comb comb co
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• No Tools Required to open the cutting chamber/segment chamber/hopper chute • Four (4) swivel casters 1-4 Available Options Available standard options for EX Series Granulators include: • Alternate feed chutes. • Alternative voltages: 208/3/60, 380/3/50, 415/3/50, 575/3/60 • Alternate comb tooth sizes .185”(~5MM) and .220”(~6MM), • Vacuum bin design • Bin level-sensing proximity switch and light • Abrasion resistance package • Compressed air venturi Page 14
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2 Shipping Information 2-1 Unpacking and Inspection You should inspect your Ball & Jewell EX Series Screenless Granulator for possible shipping damage. Thoroughly check the equipment for any damage that might have occurred in transit, such as broken or loose wiring and components, loose hardware and mounting screws, etc. 2-2 In the Event of Shipping Damage Important! According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and place of shi
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2-3 If the Shipment is Not Complete Check the packing list as back-ordered items are noted on the packing list. You should have: Ball & Jewell EX Series Screenless Granulator Bill of lading Packing list Operating and Installation packet Detailed recommended spare parts list Electrical schematic and panel layout drawings Component instruction manuals Re-inspect the container and packing material to see if you missed any smaller items during unpacking. 2-4 If the Shipment is Not Correct I
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Your EX Series Screenless Granulator is mounted on a wooden skid and blocked and banded to secure it for shipment. All non- painted items subject to corrosion are coated with a quality rust preventative, and the machine is covered with heavy-duty polyethylene to protect it from moisture and dirt. Granulators are normally shipped completely assembled unless the size of the machine or an agreement for special shipping arrangements prompts partial assembly. If inspection after shipment has reveal
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3 Installation 3-1 Scope This chapter contains all instructions required for experienced installation personnel to install the granulator and prepare it for production. You must follow all instructions carefully and in the sequence presented. Be sure to observe all DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE statements to prevent personal injury or machine damage. These statements are designed to make installation procedures safe and easy. 3-2 General Set-Up 1. Make certain the floor is clean, level
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3. Look inside the base evacuation area. Spare parts, such as combs, are often placed inside this area for shipping purposes. ! CAUTION ! The cutting chamber combs are EXTREMELY SHARP. Always wear heavy gloves and exercise care when working in the cutting chamber. 4. Carefully inspect the interior of the cutting chamber and evacuation area for foreign material or debris. 5. Noting the location of each segmented chamber, lower and remove them from the cutting chamber by loosening the handknob on
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4. Position and connect any optional accessory equipment such as vacuum lines, conveyors, and separators. Ensure all tubing joints are securely clamped and supported. 3-5 Electrical Considerations !!! DANGER !!! Improper electrical connections can damage the granulator and CAUSE SERIOUS OPERATOR INJURY OR DEATH! EX Series Screenless Granulators are designed for three-phase voltage operation. Refer to the unit nameplate or ID plate for proper voltage and amperage requirements. NOTE: Make sure t
