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F Series | Mechanical VRC
4-Post
Owner's Manual
with Eurodrive Motor and
Roller Guides
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15704-1002 | Rev A | 2022-03-01 | Printed in the U.S.A.
www.pflow.com
P 414 352 9000
F 414 352 9002
6720 N. Teutonia Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53209

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  • Page 1 P 414 352 9000 F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Customer: Job Number: F Series | Mechanical VRC 4-Post Owner’s Manual with Eurodrive Motor and Roller Guides Important: Read this entire manual. Important safety information is included.
  • Page 2 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Description Section | Page 1. Contact Information 15705-0011 1 | 1 2. General Information 15710-0004 2 | 1 Introduction 2 | 1 General Overview 2 | 1 Code Requirements...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Description Section | Page 15709-0085 6 | 1 Field Electrical Wiring Standards 6 | 1 6 | 1 Requirements 6 | 1 Electrical Ruling Bodies 6 | 2 PFlow’s Standard...
  • Page 4 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Description Section | Page 15705-8010 10 | 1 Safety Information 10 | 1 DRN Gearmotor Labeling 10 | 2 10 | 2 DRN Motor Labeling 10 | 3 10 | 3...
  • Page 5 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Description Section | Page 12. Cleaning 15709-0088 12 | 1 Important Safety Information 12 | 1 Cleaning 12 | 1 13. Preventive Maintenance and Schedule 15704-1014 13 | 1 Checklist...
  • Page 6 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Customer Information Customer Name Job Number Options Description Document # Revision Bill of Material Sheets Document # Safety Data Sheets* Description Document # 15713-0007 SDS, Paint, Enamel - PFlow Blue, Aerosol...
  • Page 7 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Customer Information Customer Name Job Number Job Drawings Description Document # Revision Electrical Drawings Description Document # Revision...
  • Page 8 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Table of Contents F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 9 Customer Support Department e-mail: csd@pflow.com Sales e-mail: sales@pflow.com For a list of contact personnel visit the PFlow Industries, Inc. website at: https://www.pflow.com/contact Documentation PFlow Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make changes or improvements to the standard model line at any time. PFlow Industries, Inc. reserves the right to make changes to subsequent editions of the manual without prior notice to holders of this edition.
  • Page 10 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Contact Information Section 1 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 31 P 414 352 9000 Glossary Section 5 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 F Series Drive chain sprocket Drive chain tensioner assembly Drivebase assembly Strut channel Drive chain Lift chain Drive support strut...
  • Page 32 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Glossary Section 5 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Push-button (PB) station 13675-0002.SMG PFL-200115-3 Interlock Gate header Gate panel Bi-parting swing gate Gate post...

  • Page 37: Mechanical Overview

    6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Mechanical Each F series (mechanical) Vertical Reciprocating Conveyor (VRC) consists of Overview four (4) columns, a drivebase assembly with a gearmotor reducer, drive shaft with four (4) corner lift sprocket assemblies, a moving carriage deck, and if furnished, interlocked safety gates or doors.

  • Page 38: Drivebase Assembly

    Do not use standard ANSI roller chain or Sprocket Assembly connecting links as a replacement. Contact 4. Length (column to column) PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support 5. Width (guide angle to Department for the required chain specification. guide angle) Drivebase Assembly...

  • Page 39: Safety Cam And Wheelblock

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Mechanical Overview Section 7 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Safety Cam and Four (4) safety cam assemblies are bolted to the carriage uprights and reside Wheelblock inside the column. Two (2) twin roller guide wheelblock assemblies are bolted to the carriage (one on each front side) with one wheel riding within the column and the other wheel riding on the outside of the column.

  • Page 40: Lift Chains

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Mechanical Overview Section 7 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Lift Chains Inside each column, one end of the lift chain connects to a safety cam assembly which is bolted to the carriage upright.

  • Page 41: Safety Cam Function

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Mechanical Overview Section 7 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Safety Cam Each safety cam assembly has teeth and a shoe. The shoe (bolted to the safety cam Function assembly base) fits around the outside of the column guide angle track while the steel safety cam is pivoted on the safety cam mounting block.

  • Page 42: Enclosures

    Reciprocating Conveyor (VRC) as required by site conditions. The enclosure panels are steel with 1-1/2" (38mm) angle frame and 16 gauge flattened expanded metal designed to reject a ball 2" (51mm) in diameter. PFlow Industries, Inc. standard enclosure panels are typically 8' tall (2,438 m). Full height enclosures (FHE) are furnished when designed for site specific requirements.

  • Page 43: Gate Assemblies

    See Figure 7-10. PFlow Industries, Inc. offers various styles of interlocks depending upon the gate type and application. The parts section of this manual contains views with part numbers.
  • Page 44 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Mechanical Overview Section 7 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Examples 1. Bi-Panel Swing Gate 2. Single Panel Swing Gate 3. Vertical Acting Sliding Gate 16520-1000.SMG 15690-0002-S.SMG PFL-1875-8 4. Sliding Gate PFL-3076G Peelle - VAC Swing Gate Interlock Examples...

  • Page 45: Electrical Overview

    6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Electrical The following is a standard description of the electrical wiring of an F series VRC. Overview This does not include any specifics on options available or ordered (e.g., gates, DeckLocks, photo eyes). A copy of the electrical schematic can be found in the control panel and the shipping packet originally included in the parts crate.

  • Page 46: Limit Switches

    VRC. Limit Switches The F series VRC has eight (8) limit switches incorporated into a standard two-level VRC: one (1) at each level to stop the carriage, one (1) overtravel, two (2) lift chain tensioner switches, and four (4) drive chain tensioner switches.

  • Page 47: Sequence Of Operation 15704-1015

    If a maintenance operation requires the carriage to remain in the raised position, refer to Bulletin 15709-0083 for additional information or contact PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department for assistance. This equipment can be dangerous if not used properly. Allow only competent adults who have been properly trained and authorized personnel to operate this equipment.
  • Page 48 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Sequence of Operation Section 9 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Begin Sequence 1. Press the desired floor level button. See Figure 9-1. The coil in the motor starter magnetically closes the high voltage contacts and the power circuit to the motor starter.

  • Page 49: Sequence

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Sequence of Operation Section 9 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Sequence 4. The carriage overtravel limit switch is a safety device mounted on the (continued) column above the uppermost floor level limit switch. In the event of failure to activate the uppermost floor level limit switch, the overtravel limit switch is activated when it comes into contact with the carriage mounted safety cam shoe on the side of the carriage.
  • Page 50 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Sequence of Operation Section 9 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 5. If there is excessive motor current draw that causes motor overheating, the Sequence overcurrent sensor (OCS) in the control panel will protect the lift motor by cutting (continued) off the power to the control circuit.

  • Page 51: To Operate The Lift

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Sequence of Operation Section 9 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 To Operate 1. Close all gates and make sure the gate latches are engaged. the Lift 2. Press the desired floor level button to move the carriage to the desired level. The carriage stops when the appropriate level is reached.
  • Page 52 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Sequence of Operation Section 9 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209...

  • Page 53: Safety Information

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. denti c tion nd er tion Milwaukee, WI 53209 Before You Begin Read this entire manual. This section is provided for the assistance of qualified and trained service technicians only and is not intended for use by untrained or unauthorized service personnel.
  • Page 54 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 DRN Gearmotor The SEW-Eurodrive model number consists of a series of letters to designate Labeling the type of unit or feature and numbers to designate the size and features of the unit.
  • Page 55 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. denti c tion nd er tion Milwaukee, WI 53209 DRN Motor The SEW-Eurodrive model number consists of a series of letters to designate Labeling the type of unit or feature and numbers to designate the size and features of the unit.
  • Page 56 Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 PFlow Industries, Inc. offers many options for its motors. The option code will Nomenclature be shown in the motor nomenclature. Lettering on the motor housing: DRN132M4/BE11/HR/FI...

  • Page 57: Activate Breather Valve

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. denti c tion nd er tion Milwaukee, WI 53209 Activate 1. Make sure the breather valve is activated before Breather Valve operating.
  • Page 58 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 59 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Before You Begin Read this entire manual. This section is provided for the assistance of qualified and trained service technicians only and is not intended for use by untrained or unauthorized service personnel.

  • Page 60: Brake Running Operation

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Brake Running Without any malfunctions occurring, the running operation does not require Operation any maintenance except for a visual inspection of the brake disc lining, visual inspection of the pressure plates, and verifying the size of the air gap.

  • Page 61: Air Gap Values

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Air Gap Values 1) The specified values are nominal values that were determined during rating operation. The actual braking work that can be reached before maintenance may vary depending on the actual load during operation.

  • Page 62: Adjust The Air Gap

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Feeler Gauge Positions Figure 11-2 Adjust the Any adjustment to the air gap will also affect Air Gap (if the play in the manual release.
  • Page 63 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Troubleshooting The following table identifies some of the most common issues with speed the Motor reducers, the possible causes, and the suggested solution.
  • Page 64 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Troubleshooting The following table includes typical problems during the operation of the the Brake brake, the possible causes, and instructions on how to solve the problem. Malfunction Possible Cause Solution...
  • Page 65 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Removing the The brake can only be removed after power has been disconnected from Brake the VRC, the brake and motor has been de-energized, and the brake is torque-free.
  • Page 66 If in doubt about which lubricant is needed for a certain application, please contact the PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department. Lubricant If the gear unit is filled with mineral oil, replace the lubricant at least after Replacement every 10,000 operating hours or after every two years.
  • Page 67 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Lubrication Notes Lubricant Table Food-grade lubricants must be in compliance with FDA 212 CFR 178.3570 and qualify as an NSF-H1 lubricant.
  • Page 68 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 11 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Milwaukee, WI 53209 Oil Plug Connections Lift Gear Motor FA97 Dumper Gear Motor K87 Breather Valve Oil Level Plug Oil Drain Plug Oil Plug Locations Figure 11-4...
  • Page 71 Climbing, sitting, walking, or riding on equipment while the equipment is in operation could result in death or serious injury. If this VRC needs to be modified in any way, contact PFlow Industries, Inc. for assistance. Do not make any unauthorized changes.
  • Page 72 P 414 352 9000 F Series Preventive Section 13 | F 414 352 9002 Maintenance and 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Schedule Checklist Action How Often ✓ monthly monthly monthly monthly monthly monthly monthly monthly 3 months...
  • Page 77 Overcurrent Sensor Milwaukee, WI 53209 Before You Begin Read this entire manual. Overcurrent Sensor The PFlow Industries, Inc. Vertical (OCS) Purpose Reciprocating Conveyor (VRC) is equipped with an Overcurrent Sensor (OCS). The OCS is pre wired and located inside the electrical control panel.
  • Page 78 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Adjust Section 15 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Overcurrent Sensor Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 79 This list is based on the job as manufactured and shipped new from PFlow Industries, Inc. Any changes, updates, parts by others, or modifications after shipment are unknown to PFlow Industries, Inc.
  • Page 80 P 414 352 9000 Recommended Spare Parts Section 16 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. F Series Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 81 Drivebase Assembly These are custom-designed components and vary by job. To ensure correct replacement components are used, consult the PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department for proper part numbers. Please send a photo of the SO number from the reducer assembly and have the PFlow serial number available when requesting this information.
  • Page 82 The following drawings illustrate the path of Chain the lift chain and tensioner chain. The size of Arrangement the drive and the chains vary by application. Consult PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department before ordering. Item Qty Part No. Description 2693-1000...
  • Page 83 Description 10101-0000 10101-0001 10107-0035 10244-0035 10244-1000 6358-0010 2520-0000 3732-0010 5668-0000 5959-0007 2893-0000 2893-0005 6269-0000 2889-0006 * Not Shown on Illustration 4211-0000 ** Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department for part number. VRC serial number required. 5927-0020 5858-0011 6296-0011 7879-0000...
  • Page 84 Assembled Drive Chain Tensioner Item Qty Part No. Description 5834-0000 6483-0000 6029-0016 6296-0009 5933-0000 9562-0000 6755-0024 5858-0013 6358-0013 6719-0011 7465-0000 6894-0000 J9030-0564 7-11 6541-0000 7-11 6541-0001 ** Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department for part number. VRC serial number is required.
  • Page 85 PFL-20180820 Item Qty Part No. Description 9292-0120 9292-0180 9292-0300 9292-0360 9280-0000 2618-0000 10170-0000 10167-0000 9332-0009 3694-0000 6358-0009 2678-0000 2678-0001 2678-4000 2678-4001 6029-0020 ** Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. 5858-0009 Customer Support Department for part number. 5834-0001 VRC serial number is required.
  • Page 86 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Interlocks The interlock is a device used to mechanically prevent the gate from opening. Below is the GAL interlock supplied. As a safety device, replacement components are only available as shown below.
  • Page 87 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Gate Status A gate status switch is supplied when the contact are not being used. Switches If required, it will be mounted to the gate post or header. Normally the GAL and Anderson interlocks do not use this switch.
  • Page 88 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Safety Cam Assembly 15# Columns Right-hand 17550-0200 15# Columns Left-hand 17550-1200 20# Columns Right-hand 17550-0201 Columns are produced with three (3) different web 20# Columns Left-hand 17550-1201...
  • Page 89 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Guide Roller Block Assembly - 17840-0000 17840-0000 Item Qty Part No. Description Item Qty Part No. Description 17538-0000 17539-0000 9237-0040 2503-0028 5858-0013...
  • Page 90 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Twin Roller Guide Wheelblock Assembly RH - 17544-0200 Nyloil Wheels (green) LH - 17544-1200 Note: Apply moly coat grease to inside diameter of wheel prior to inserting pin.
  • Page 91 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Twin Roller Guide Wheelblock Assembly RH - 17544-0210 Polyurethan Wheels (red) LH - 17544-1210 17544-0210 17544-1210 Item Qty Part No. Description 7278-0036 5858-0015...
  • Page 92 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Parts Section 17 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Twin Roller Guide Wheelblock Assembly RH - 17544-0220 Steel Wheels LH - 17544-1220 17544-0220 17544-1220 Item Qty Part No. Description 7278-0036 5858-0015 6296-0015...
  • Page 95 PFlow Industries, Inc. supplies the appropriate signage in a manila envelope in the parts crate with the original shipment. Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department for signage if another language is needed.
  • Page 96 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Signage Locations Section 19 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 97 Milwaukee, WI 53209 Thank You PFlow Industries, Inc. would like to thank you for the opportunity to serve you. Your business is appreciated. Please help us to ensure that your expectations are met by taking a few minutes to tell us about the equipment and service that you have received.
  • Page 98 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Installation Section 20 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Questionnaire Milwaukee, WI 53209...
  • Page 99 Personnel Instructed on the Operation and Preventive Maintenance: Name: Company: Name: Company: Accepted by: Acceptance Date: Name/Phone: PFlow Rep Present: Title: Name: Company: Company: Please return a copy of this form to the PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department at csd@pflow.com.
  • Page 100 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Acceptance Section 21 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209...

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