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USER MANUAL
61301604293 Rev. A
SERIES 1975
AUTOMATIC BOTTLE
FILLING SYSTEM

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  • Page 1 USER MANUAL 61301604293 Rev. A SERIES 1975 AUTOMATIC BOTTLE FILLING SYSTEM...
  • Page 3 USER MANUAL SERIES 1975 AUTOMATIC BOTTLE FILLING SYSTEM Getinge/Castle, Inc. 1777 East Henrietta Road Rochester, New York 14623-3133 Phone: (800) 950-9912 USA Facsimile: (800) 950-2570...
  • Page 4 USER MANUAL 61301604293 Rev. A (10/31/2000) Related Publications: Service Data Manual 61301604052 Customer Manual—keyed to the customer’s specific serial number DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS & NOTES IN MANUAL The following symbols with related notes appear in this manual. “Warning” notes alert the user to the possibility of personal injury. WARNING “Caution”...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ....vii WARNINGS SUMMARY ......viii Section 1 General Description INTRODUCTION .
  • Page 6 END OF DAILY OPERATION ..... . 3–6 EDSTROM BOTTLE FILLING PROPORTIONER SYSTEM (Option) ........3–7 Operating Instructions .
  • Page 7 Section 7 Options INTRODUCTION ....... . 7–1 MOST COMMON OPTIONS ..... . . 7–1 Water Pressure Reducing Station .

  • Page 9: Special Safety Instructions

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS APPEAR WITHIN THIS MANUAL. READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT. “Warning” notes alert the user to the possibility of personal WARNING injury. Warnings Summary p. viii FALL HAZARD: Areas located immediately around the filler may become a fall hazard due to water dripping from the plumbing components.

  • Page 10: Warnings Summary

    WARNINGS SUMMARY SPECIAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOLLOW . WARNINGS READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING THE UNIT, AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS. • FALL HAZARD: Areas located immediately around the filler may become a fall hazard due to water dripping from the plumbing components. For a safe environment, insure floor is kept clean and dry.

  • Page 11: Section 1 General Description

    Section 1 General Description INTRODUCTION Figure 1–1. 1975 FEEDER BOTTLE FILLER A04052-1 The 1975 Series units are automatic, food grade, filling systems used to transport and fill feeder bottles mounted in stainless steel baskets. The filling header and transport cart can be adapted to various types of bottles and configurations.

  • Page 12: Construction

    General Description Models and dimensions are listed in Table 1–1. Table 1–1. 1975 SERIES FEEDER BOTTLE FILLERS SIZE (W in. X. H in. X. L in. [cm]) NUMBER OVERALL BASKET SIZE OVERALL MACHINE SIZE MODEL CART SIZE (in. [cm]) (in. [cm]) BASKETS (in.

  • Page 13: Optional Features

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers Optional Features For additional information about the following optional features, see “Options” on page 7-1. • Water Pressure Reducing Station • Bottle Filling Proportioner System • Water Pressure Gauges • Stainless Steel Type 304 Components •...

  • Page 14: Accessory

    General Description ACCESSORY Additional Transport Carts Stainless steel transport carts are provided to transport baskets to and from the filler. The transport cart interfaces with the filler opening to permit easy transfer of baskets into and out of the filler. Transport cart sizes include: Model Width (in.)

  • Page 15: Section 2 The Control Panel

    Section 2 The Control Panel INTRODUCTION The Control Panel on this Washer provides the operator with an interface linked to the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) located in the Control Box. Using this panel, the operator is able to: • Power the equipment ‘ON’ and “OFF” •...

  • Page 16: Controls

    The Control Panel CONTROLS Control Panel Switches ON/OFF (controls only — does not disconnect equipment from AC voltage) To operate the bottle filler, set ON/OFF to ON. #1–#4 HEADER ON/OFF Before pressing START, set each switch to ON to fill the bottles in its respective basket location (see “Cycle Programming”...

  • Page 17: Indicator

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers Indicator POWER A white bezel power lamp is lit when power is supplied to the Control Panel. Cycle Programming It is important to know which headers to activate in order to fill the bottles as they are arranged on the cart.
  • Page 18 The Control Panel 2–4...

  • Page 19: Section 3 Operating Instructions

    Section 3 Operating Instructions GENERAL MACHINE OPERATION The operator places up to four baskets on the transport cart. The stoppers are removed and set aside, typically on the lower cart tray. Before moving the cart into position, the operator makes two decisions: The operator decides and then he selects The number of baskets containing bottles to...
  • Page 20 Operating Instructions BOTTLE FILLER COMPONENTS HEADER BASKET BOTTLE CART CONTROL PANEL GUIDE GUIDE A04293-A DRAIN LEVER 3–2...

  • Page 21: Using The Bottle Filler

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers USING THE BOTTLE FILLER Prepare 1. Energize the bottle filler. • Set ON/OFF to ON. • POWER lights. 2. Be sure the timer is set properly (see “Setting the Timer” on page 3–4). 3. Select the number of baskets to be filled. To do this, turn ON the applicable ON/OFF switches for HEADER #1–...

  • Page 22: Setting The Timer

    Operating Instructions SETTING THE TIMER If your bottle filler uses a proportioner, the fill time is adjusted in the control box. To adjust the fill time, see “Adjusting the Fill Time (units with proportioner)” below. If your bottle filler does not use a proportioner, the fill timer is on the control panel.

  • Page 23: Setting The Fill Timer (Option-Units Without Proportioner)

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers Setting The Fill Timer If your bottle filler has a fill timer and the setting is not correct, set it as (option—units without follows. proportioner) FILL TIMER CONTROLS SETTING THE FILL TIMER (option) INDICATOR RUNNING TIME POINTER KNOB SET POINTER A04169-F...

  • Page 24: End Of Daily Operation

    Operating Instructions USING THE FILL TIMER 1. Turn the knob until the set pointer indicates the desired fill time. 2. When the timer starts: • The indicator lights. • The bottle filler begins to fill. • The running time pointer counts down from under the set pointer to “0”.

  • Page 25: Edstrom Bottle Filling Proportioner System

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers EDSTROM BOTTLE FILLING PROPORTIONER SYSTEM (O PTION The information here includes the operating instructions for the Edstrom Industries, Inc., BOTTLE FILLING PROPORTIONER. The option is described in “Bottle Filling Proportioner System” on page 7–1 of this manual.

  • Page 26: Emergency Operation

    Operating Instructions EMERGENCY OPERATION Emergency Shutdown In an emergency, it may be necessary to remove electrical power from the filler or to turn off the water supply. All operators should know the location of the main circuit breaker to disconnect the main electrical power and the water supply shutoff valve at the filler site.

  • Page 27: General Maintenance Schedule

    Section 4 Maintenance GENERAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE PERFORMANCE ASSURANCE PERFORMANCE ASSURANCE PERFORMANCE ASSURANCE PERFORMANCE ASSURANCE The customer is responsible for the following maintenance items at the PLAN PLAN PLAN PLAN intervals specified. Optional items may require additional maintenance. See your Customer Manual for this information. Preventive maintenance Preventive maintenance Preventive maintenance...

  • Page 28: Routine Maintenance Schedule-Standard

    Maintenance ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE—STANDARD When Required ADJUST THE FILL TIME On the Model 1975, adjust the fill time of the 8 oz. and 16 oz. bottles. See “EDSTROM BOTTLE FILLING PROPORTIONER SYSTEM (Option)” on page 3-7. Daily CLEAN SPRAY JETS AND HEADERS 1.

  • Page 29: Recommended Spare Parts List

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers RECOMMENDED SPARE PARTS LIST Consumable Stock DESCRIPTION PART NO. Lustre Stainless Steel Cleaner/Polish (18 oz.) 61301600026 Recommended Spare Parts Recommended spare parts for the 1975 Bottle Fillers are listed in Table 4–2. Recommended Spare Parts for the Transport Carts are listed in Table 4–3.
  • Page 30 Maintenance Table 4–3. CART ASSEMBLY, BASKET PART NO. DESCRIPTION P0013802 CASTER, SWIVEL, 4 IN. DIA, SST P0013803 CASTER, SWIVEL, WITH BRAKE, 4 IN. DIA, SST P0013905 LEVER, WASTE, SINK DRAIN FMP #10 4–4...
  • Page 31 Section 5 Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION No power to the Control Panel. The power supply to the bottle Reset the power supply cir- filler is disconnected. cuit breaker. The control panel ON/OFF Turn the switch ON. switch is OFF. The fuse (1 AMP) is defective Replace the fuse.
  • Page 32 Troubleshooting PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION No water. Fill timer is set at “0”. Reset the timer. The water supply is shut off. Open the water supply shut- off valve. The solenoid valve is defec- Repair/Replace the solenoid tive. valve. Excessive water fill. The timer is set too high.

  • Page 33: Installation Options

    Section 6 Installation Instructions INSTALLATION OPTIONS • Freight to job site. • Unload, uncrate, and installation by Getinge/Castle Installation Special- ists. • Supervision of installation by Getinge/Castle Installation Specialists. • Connection to utilities UNCRATING & EQUIPMENT INSPECTION Before signing the Bill of Lading and accepting the equipment, inspect the outside of the crates for any visible damage.

  • Page 34: Installation/Assembly Checklist

    Installation Instructions INSTALLATION/ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST Once your machine has been inspected for damage and properly uncrated, you are now ready to install the equipment. Installation should be performed by qualified Service Technicians only. The following should be performed before notifying your installation contractor to insure the smooth installation of your equipment.

  • Page 35: Start-Up

    Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers START-UP To ensure proper machine start-up, follow these steps: 1. Ensure that all utilities are properly connected to their respective filler connections and tightened. 2. Check that the water line is supplying water to the bottle filler.

  • Page 36: Technical Data

    Installation Instructions TECHNICAL DATA SERVICE REQUIREMENTS Utilities and services are furnished by others in accordance with the official drawings for your unit. The utilities are to be supplied with manual shut off valves, electrical services are to be supplied with fused disconnect switches, and all exhaust ducts are to be supplied with manual dampers.
  • Page 37 Section 7 Options INTRODUCTION The1975 Series Feeder Bottle Fillers offer numerous options to meet each customer’s specific needs. This chapter lists the most commonly selected options. Your bottle filler may not have all of the options listed, and could have other specific options. For the options selected with your bottle filler, please see your Customer Manual MOST COMMON OPTIONS Water Pressure Reducing...
  • Page 38 Provided on the water lines are pressure gauges to monitor the facility utilities. Freight to Job Site Getinge Castle will be responsible for the freight charges required to deliver the equipment to the customers facility. Otherwise the freight will be prepaid and added to the purchase price of the equipment.
  • Page 39 Series 1975 Feeder Bottle Fillers Index 7–2 Pressure Gauges, Water Processing System 1–3 Accessory 1–2 Construction 7–1 Proportioner, Bottle Filling 7–2 Bottle Types, Selectable Routine Maintenance Schedule Components 4–2 Daily 7–2 Stainless Steel, Type 304 4–2 Every Six Months 7–2 Stainless Steel, Type 316L 4–2 Every Three Months...
  • Page 40 Index...
  • Page 42 Getinge/Castle, Inc. 1777 East Henrietta Road Telephone (800) 950–9912 Rochester, New York 14623–3133 USA Facsimile (800) 950–2570...

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