Se Ction 2-Introduction - Rockford Fosgate SSC-500 Installation Manual

SECTION 2 — INTRODUCTION
SSC-500 Hydraulic Press Solid-State Control
General Description of Components in the System
A complete control package for hydraulic machines includes the following:
1. Literature folder (see page 14) containing installation manuals, "Operator Safety Precaution" Pamphlet, danger sign(s), electrical control
schematics, and our latest catalog
2. Control box - standard (custom or special includes motor controls and/or disconnect switch) with danger and warning signs
3. Palm button assembly (Includes two black palm buttons, two palm button guards, one red emergency-stop button, and mounting boxes. When
the "automatic" mode of operation is included, one yellow return/inch-up button with mounting box is furnished.) If multiple operator stations
are on a machine, more than one assembly is furnished.
4. Foot switch (optional) - If multiple operator stations are on a machine, more than one foot switch is furnished
5. Supervisory control station (Required when multiple operator stations are used on the machine; one station is required for each operator.)
6. Other required components and safeguarding that may be necessary for machine (See packing list for details.)
Individual packages may vary in contents. However, a packing list is always enclosed showing exactly what material was shipped on this order.
Please check the components actually received against this packing list immediately. In most cases, this control package system includes two-hand
control which can be used as a point-of-operation safeguarding device provided the palm buttons are mounted correctly and at the proper safety
distance (see formula on page 19 of this manual). If the optional foot switch is provided, a safeguard must always be used. Examples of safeguards
include barrier guards, presence sensing devices, pullbacks, restraints, gates, or two-hand control. The hands or any other part of the body of an
operator, maintenance person, setup person, etc., must never be put into the point-of-operation hazard for any reason, at any time.
These controls can neither cure nor overcome a malfunctioning machine. They cannot compensate for or prevent
a mechanical defect or failure of a machine part. These controls cannot prevent a repeat or unintended stroke
(cycle) resulting from a mechanical or hydraulic component malfunction, defect or failure of the machine itself.
Preliminary Steps Before Installation
Before proceeding with the installation of the enclosed equipment, you should undertake the following preliminary steps.
1. Read and make sure you understand this entire Installation Manual.
2. Refer to the front cover, other line drawings and photos, then make a rough sketch of your installation to plan the location of the enclosed
equipment on the machine.
3. This may be an opportunity to strip down the entire machine by removing all components, piping, wire,etc. Clean, paint and check the entire
electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems of the machine for proper adjustment and required replacement parts before proceeding with the
installation of the furnished equipment.
4. Please make sure the machine is in first-class condition. Before starting any installation, it is essential that the machine is thoroughly
inspected. Be sure that all mechanical components and all collateral equipment are in first-class operating condition. Your inspection should be
done according to the machine manufacturer's installation and maintenance instruction manual. If you have any doubts or questions concerning
the condition of the machine, contact the machine manufacturer for assistance. Repair or replace all parts not operating properly before
proceeding.
Inspection and maintenance programs must be established and implemented to keep machines in first-class
condition. Programs must include thorough inspections of each machine on a weekly basis and records kept of
these inspections. Any part of the machine that is worn, damaged or is not operating properly must be replaced
immediately or repaired before the machine is used.
5. Verify that the machine is in first-class condition and operating properly; shut off all power to the machine. All trapped hydraulic pressure must be
released in areas of the systems that are being updated or retrofitted before proceeding. Padlock the disconnecting means in the "off" position
and do not actuate the machine again until the installation of all package components has been completed. Lockout/tagout energy isolation
procedures must always be practiced and enforced.
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