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Operators manual
Shifta 400mm
3m 4m 5m 6m
MANUFACTURERS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
MCE-SHIFTA-21-A1.1

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  • Page 1 Operators manual Shifta 400mm 3m 4m 5m 6m MANUFACTURERS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS MCE-SHIFTA-21-A1.1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Table of Contents CONTENTS ................................... 2 IMPORTANT ..................................3 SAFETY RULES .................................. 4 ELECTROCUTION HAZARD ............................5 Explosion and Fire Hazards ........................... 5 SETUP HAZARD................................. 6 FALL HAZARD ..................................7 Bodily Injury Hazard ..............................7 Damaged Machine Hazard ............................8 COMPONENT DAMAGE HAZARD ..........................

  • Page 3: Important

    Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate this machine. This manual should be considered a permanent part of your machine and should remain with the machine at all times. If you have any questions, please call Mace Industries. Contact us Mace Industries Limited...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Danger Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this manual will result in death or serious injury. Do Not Operate Unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations.

  • Page 5: Electrocution Hazard

    ELECTROCUTION HAZARD Electrocution Hazards This machine is not electrically insulated and will not provide protection from contact with or proximity to electrical current. Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms. Do not use the machine as a ground for welding. Ensure safe routing of power cable to minimise risk of electrocution.

  • Page 6: Setup Hazard

    SETUP HAZARD Setup Hazards Check work area for overhead obstructions or other possible hazards. Do not use the machine whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Ensure machine is securely fastened at the top and brakes are on before use. Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and stability.

  • Page 7: Fall Hazard

    FALL HAZARD Fall Hazards Always erect a safety barrier to prevent access through underside of machine. Failure to do so could result in serious injury. Do not lean over machine while belt is moving. Do not ride on machine. Bodily Injury Hazard Use common sense and planning when installing and operating the machine.

  • Page 8: Damaged Machine Hazard

    Immediately tag and remove from service a damaged or malfunctioning machine. Be sure all maintenance has been performed as specified in this manual and the appropriate Mace Industries service manual. Be sure all decals are in place and legible Page | 8...

  • Page 9: Legend

    LEGEND 1: Comms link INPUT 9: Adjuster pivot bolt 2: Power INPUT 10: Conveyor trestle 3: Bogey locking pin 11: Forklift holes 4: Emergency stop 12: Forward/ Stop/ Link/ Voltage indicator 5: Forward/ Stop/ Reverse/ Twin Speed 13: Operator manual QR Code 6: Comms link OUTPUT 14: Wheels 7: Power OUTPUT...

  • Page 10: Controls

    CONTROLS Page | 10...

  • Page 11: Pre-Operation Inspection

    PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION Do not operate unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection. Know and understand the pre-operation inspection before going on to the next section.

  • Page 12: Fundamentals

    Fundamentals It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a pre-operation inspection and routine maintenance. The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection performed by the operator prior to each work shift. The inspection is designed to discover if anything is apparently wrong with a machine before the operator performs the function tests.
  • Page 13 Pre-Operation Inspection tasks Be sure that all decals are legible and in place. See Decals section. Be sure the main belt is properly tensioned and in good condition. Be sure the correct accessories are present. See parts list. Check the following components or areas for damage, modifications and improperly installed or missing parts: o Electrical components o Wiring...

  • Page 14: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Observe and Obey Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual shall be performed by the operator. Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be completed by qualified service technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements specified in the responsibility’s manual. Maintenance symbols legend The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the intent of the instructions.

  • Page 15: Check Main Belt Tension And Tracking

    Check main belt tension and tracking: Maintaining the proper belt tension is essential to good machine performance and service life. Operating the machine with an improper belt tension can damage machine components. Check belt tension whilst power is off. 1. The main belt will only need to be tensioned if it is slipping under load. 2.

  • Page 16: Check Wheel Brakes

    Check wheel brakes Maintaining the brakes is an essential aspect of machine maintenance. Whilst erecting a machine the operator depends on the brakes functioning. Check brake function whilst machine is flat on the ground. 1. Move the brake arm back and forth to its extent of travel. Ensure it moves freely.

  • Page 17: Scheduled Maintenance

    Scheduled Maintenance Maintenance performed quarterly and annually must be completed by a person trained and qualified to perform maintenance on this machine according to the procedures found in the service manual for this machine. Machines that have been out of service for more than three months must receive the quarterly inspection before they are put back into service.

  • Page 18: Function Tests

    FUNCTION TESTS Do not operate unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform function tests prior to operation. Know and understand the function tests before going on to the next section.
  • Page 19 Fundamentals The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine is put into service. The operator must follow the step-by-step instructions to test all machine functions. A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered, the machine must be tagged and removed from service.

  • Page 20: Function Test Tasks

    Function Test Tasks 1. Select a test area that is firm level and free of obstruction. 2. Plug power into power input socket. o Observe the centre red button on control box. This button should be illuminated. o The voltage indicator on the left-hand side of the conveyor will display the input voltage.
  • Page 21 Test the forward and reverse functions: 9. Press the forward button. o Buzzer will sound for 2 seconds. o The belt should move forwards. 10. Press the fast/ slow button. o Belt will speed up. 11. Wait 5 sec then press the fast/ slow button. o Belt will slow down.

  • Page 22: Workplace Inspection

    WORKPLACE INSPECTION Do not operate unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform function tests prior to operation. 3 Always perform function tests prior to use. 4 Inspect the workplace.

  • Page 23: Fundamentals

    Fundamentals The workplace inspection helps the operator determine if the workplace is suitable for safe machine operation. It should be performed by the operator prior to moving the machine to the workplace. It is the operator's responsibility to read and remember the workplace hazards, then watch for and avoid them while moving, setting up and operating the machine.

  • Page 24: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Do not operate unless: You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this operator's manual. 1 Avoid hazardous situations. 2 Always perform function tests prior to operation. 3 Always perform function tests prior to use. 4 Inspect the workplace.

  • Page 25: Fundamentals

    Fundamentals The Operating Instructions section provides instructions for each aspect of machine operation. It is the operator's responsibility to follow all the safety rules and instructions in the operator's, safety and responsibilities manuals. This conveyor was designed to transport solid (non-liquid/ non-dangerous) material such as stone, sand, rubble and soil.

  • Page 26: Transport Instructions

    Operating Instructions 1. Before installing the conveyor, plan your route. Ensure you have adequate man power to complete the set tasks. 2. Fold wheels down from transport position. Lift base of machine, pull black locking pin. Rotate wheels into position and let go of pin. The pin should engage into locking plate.
  • Page 27 3. Manoeuvre the conveyor into position using correct manual handling techniques. Utilise the handles at the top and base of the conveyor to maximise grip when moving. When in position locate the conveyor onto the supplied trestle. This will allow the transported material to drop directly into the next conveyors hopper.
  • Page 28 5. Once machine is in place. Plug in power supply at the base of the conveyor and start pre-operation checks 6. Once power is applied to the conveyor, the stop button will illuminate. The voltage indicator will also display the supply voltage. This indicates that the conveyor is ready to run.
  • Page 29 7. The conveyor is now ready to use. Press FWD to run the conveyor. The buzzer will sound for 2 seconds, then the belt will move. If loading with a digger or skid steer, take care not to overload the hopper. 8.
  • Page 30 9. When linking multiple units, start with the power supply. Connect the power to the first conveyor. Then using the power linking lead supplied, plug the linking lead into the power output socket on the end of the conveyor then into the power input socket of the next conveyor.
  • Page 31 10. Once the power is linked, begin the process of linking the controls. Using the control linking lead supplied, plug the linking lead into the control output socket on the end of the conveyor then into the control input socket of the next conveyor.
  • Page 32 11. Once the conveyor controls are linked, begin the process of switching the conveyors into LINK mode. Every conveyor must have the LINK button pressed in and illuminated. Except the last conveyor in the run. The last conveyor in a chain must have the LINK button in the out position and not illuminated.
  • Page 33 Clean each conveyor before transporting. Disconnect power before attempting to move any SHIFTA conveyor 14. When the SHIFTA conveyors are stored. Fold the wheel bogey up into the locked position and stack the units to maximise space. Page | 33...
  • Page 34 TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS Observe and Obey: Common sense and planning must be applied to control the movement of the machine when moving it with a forklift. The transport vehicle must be parked on a level surface. The machines brakes must remain on whilst being transported. Securing to Truck or Trailer for Transit: Always check the machine wheel brakes are on in preparation for transport.

  • Page 35: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Model 400 Conveyor 123kg 138kg 153kg 168kg weight Maximum belt 200kg 200kg 200kg 200kg load Belt speed: • Fast 20m/min 20m/min 20m/min 20m/min • slow 32m/min 32m/min 32m/min 32m/min Maximum 55° 55° 55° 55° angle Drum motor 1.0kw 1.0kw 1.0kw 1.0kw Storage...

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