Thiele Streamfeeder Pro Series Manual page 20

Moving the back wedge too far forward to the
gate assembly can create a pinch point between
the tip of the triangle wedges and the product. If
moving the back wedge in is not effective, then an
optional wedge may be required.
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Objective
Adjust the back wedge for proper support of the product off the table
top, without creating any pinch or stress points.
Procedure
To adjust the back wedge for initial proper positioning, follow these
steps:
1. Grasp a handful of product, approximately 2 to 2-1/2 in. (5 to
6 cm) thick, and preshingle the edges with your thumb.
2. Place the preshingled material in the hopper so that the edges
rest against the curvature of the gate assembly.
3. Turn the back wedge knob counter-clockwise to loosen the
wedge.
4. Move the back wedge forwards and backwards until the bot-
Preshingling a Small Stack of Material By Hand
Positioning Product Prior to Loosening Back Wedge
tom sheet is not touching the table top. A good starting point
is to measure about 5/8 in. (16 mm) from the bottom sheet to
front edge of table top. Then as you test, you can "fine tune"
from this point. Refer back to the previous page for other
helpful guidelines.
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