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According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the freight claims are filed by the terms below. If the order is prepaid, ACS Group is responsible for the freight payment. ACS will file the claim with the truck line. We need pictures of the damaged freight and a copy of the delivery receipt marked Damaged Freight.
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Please call 262-641-8600. Have the order number and item number available. Hold the items until you receive shipping instructions. Do not return any goods before receiving your RMA (Return Material Authorization) number from ACS. Returns Do not return any goods before receiving your RMA (Return Material Authorization) number and shipping instructions from ACS.
CAUTION! CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation or practice that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Each individual must take responsibility for observing the prescribed safety rules as outlined. All caution, warning and danger signs must be observed and obeyed. Any actual or potential dangerous conditions must be reported to your immediate supervisor. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
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Maintenance Chapter in the manual. The unit can produce continuous Always wear eye and ear protection noise above 85 dBA and/or when the machine is in operation or produce projectiles under normal performing maintenance. operating conditions. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
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Do not step. Stepping on the unit is prohibited and may cause serious injury. Do not operate the unit without guards. Operating the unit with guards removed is prohibited and may cause serious injury. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Long hair must be tied back or placed in a tight fitting hairnet. NEVER lean against or rest hands or feet on the equipment when it is in operation or open for maintenance. NEVER stand on the machine when it is in operation. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
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We have long recognized the importance of safety and have designed and manufactured our equipment with operator safety as a prime consideration. We expect you, as a user, to abide by the foregoing recommendations in order to make operator safety a reality. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
Chapter 2: Functional Description Models Covered in This Manual This manual provides the necessary instructions for the installation, set-up, and maintenance of our 3200 Series 32” x 63” and 32” x 84” granulators, which include models BPHD, GPH and MSH. General Description The 3200 Series Granulators have a common cutting diameter of 18.1”...
The base is a floor mounted airveyor type supporting the cutting chamber on its top surface and the airveyor chute from below the top surface. This base should be fastened securely to the surface beneath it. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
Refer to this diagram while performing the maintenance procedures. ISO Safety Labels A set of ISO labels are attached to the machine to warn of potential danger. Figure 1: Safety Features, Interlocks, and Limit Switches 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
1. Run strapping or chains of appropriate lifting capacity to the lifting handles on the sides of the hopper. 2. Use a hoist of appropriate capacity to lift the hopper into position. 3. Fasten the hopper to the upper cutting chamber using the hardware supplied. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Reverse any two of the three power line connections to the blower motor. c. Re-connect the incoming power supply line, and recheck the blower motor rotation. 7. Allow all motors to run up to speed for at least 30 seconds. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
5. Position the rotor so that a blade is at the top center, pivot the cover plate to the open position, and turn the rotor locking nut until it extends into the guard through the opening provided. Tighten it against the rotor flywheel to keep the rotor from turning. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Make sure the screw is fully seated against the top surface of its housing. 6. Replace line fuses, turn power on, and remove the out of service tag from the machine. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Of torque is maintained. Thereafter, rotor knife retaining screws should be checked weekly. Note: The rotor must be rotated at least two rotations every 30 days to prevent brinnelling and corrosion of raceways. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
To clear the hopper of bridged or jammed material, the machine main power must be turned off and the machine isolated. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
3. Press the drive motor “stop” button. This shuts off the rotor drive motor. 4. After the granulator has stopped, press the airveyor stop button (if applicable) located at the blower motor. 5. Turn the main power switch to off. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
(640 NM, 472 ft. lbs.) Check lubrication. More frequent lubrication may be required Monthly (Refer to Section 5-2) Check belt tension (Refer to Section 5-10) Monthly Turn screens front to back (Refer to Section 5-5) Monthly 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
• Check the condition and position of the pivot pins at the top and bottom ends of the hydraulic cylinders. • Check that the two nuts at the ends of the pivot pins are tightly locked together. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
Do not hit the rotor knives with the trailing end of the screen. d. Ease the screen from the support bar to the floor and remove it from the front of the granulator. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
If an interlock does not work, the complete mechanism, including the switch, must be removed and disassembled to determine the cause of the malfunction. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Make sure that the end of the actuator screw is visible and clear of any contact. The granulator should stop. If the granulator does not stop, the interlock is not working. 5. Engage the cutting chamber interlock actuator screw by turning it clockwise. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
3. Thread the sensor into the hole and lock it in position. Turn the rotor assembly slowly by hand to be sure that there is no interference between the sensor and the rotating members. Complete the wiring between the sensor and the control console. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
0.0002” (0.05 mm) until the performance improves. For heavy materials, such as heavy section purgings or other heavy cross-sections, you can set gaps as large as 0.016” to 0.018” (0.41 mm to 0.46 mm). 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
Note: The 3200 Series granulator rotors are designed with bolt-in knife seats. If a knife seat is damaged or worn, or if the knife mounting bolt threads are damaged or worn, the seat can be replaced easily without removing the rotor.
12. Tighten all of the mounting screws to a torque of 640 Nm (472 ft. x lbs.), and re- check the knife gap. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Figure 2: Knife Sharpening Specifications Rotor Knife A. New A Min B New B Min 3.875 3.773 1.810 1.623 Bed Knife 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019 C New C Min D New D Min 3.875 2.915 1.063...
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Figure 3: Knife Grinding Chart EXAMPLE: A high shear rotor knife with 1.760” “B” Dimension will work only with bed knives that have “D” dimensions of 0.623” or greater. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
3. Determine the type of belt required from the Spare Parts List in Section 7-5. 4. Determine the force required to deflect one belt 1/64” (0.40mm) per 1 inch (25.4mm) of span length. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
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The motor position should be adjusted until the actual deflection force matches the force listed in the table. In no case should the belts be over tensioned, as this can significantly reduce belt and/or bearing life 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
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12.00 TO 14.0 32.7 14.5 17.0 37.3 18.00 TO 22.00 42.3 20.00 TO 32.00 51.8 * FOR V-BAND BELTS, MULTIPLY THE FORCE SHOWN IN THE TABLE BY THE NUMBER OF BELTS IN BAND. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
7. Install the new belts and proceed to adjust the belt tension as instructed in Section 5-10. 8. Tighten down the motor base screws. 9. Replace base panels and guards. 10. Replace the line fuses and turn main power on. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Refer to the wiring diagrams and schematics. Locating mechanical problems, should they occur, is relatively straightforward. When necessary, refer to the parts catalog section. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Motor will start when Worn bearings Check and replace if disconnected from load but necessary according to not when connected manufacturer’s literature 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
When granulating rubber, Increase talc percentage insufficient talc causes rate of infeed freshly cut surfaces to re- adhere Blockage in aiveyor Check direction of fan rotation, check venturi and line or chute for blockage 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Cracks caused by incorrect Contact our technical sales grinding department Excessive knife wear Open knife setting Re-set knives Screen breakage Incorrectly seated screen Check that the screen is seated correctly and fully in its cradle 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Excluded from the above are normal wear items. Purchased items, including electrical components, motors, etc., shall carry the warranty of the supplier and no extension of that warranty is allowed. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
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Refer to this manual for assistance in installing and maintaining a highly efficient machine. Questions regarding areas that are not covered in the manual should be referred to the service manager at 262-641-3950. 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 •...
NEMA 12 with safety Components interlocks Controls Hydraulic Power Pack for 460 volt Special voltages, hopper and screen cradle reduced voltage starter Labels ISO SAFETY LABELS ISO SAFETY LABELS Accessories Blower, separator, common stand, conveyor 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Scr-HHC-GR8.8-M20-2.5 x 60 mm Washer-Plain-MS-M20-DIN125-ZINC-CODE3138 21 ID-27 OD-3.9 THK Scr-HHC-MS-GR8.8-F/THD-M20-2.5 x 100 mm Washer-Lock-MS-M10-DIN127 Scr-HHC-GR8.8-M10-1.5 x 25mm System-Lubrication-Auto Fitting-Swivel-90D Kit-Tubing Cover-Bearing-Held End Block-Stop-Front Scr-SHC-MS-GR12.9-M8-1.25 x 50 mm Pin-Pivot-Cradle Scr-HHC-GR10.9-F/THD/M16-2 x 50 mm 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Rotor Assembly Item Qty Material Assembly-Rotor-Open-12KN-Stagered 32 x 63 Block-Knife-Rotor-RH Scr-HHC-GR10.9-R/THD-M20-1.5 x 60 mm Scr-SHC-MS-GR12.9-M20-1.5 x 70 mm Block-Knife-Rotor-LH 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Washer-Belville-MS-0.505 x 1.00 x 0.035 Rign-Ret-EXES, 0.461F 0.500S, 0.035T Switch-Safety-230V-2 A.C..2 A.C. Amps Actuator for 212037-1 Scr-SOC-F/HD-AS-GR10.9-DIN 7991-M6-1 x 12 mm Scr-SOC-F/HD-AS-GR10.9-DIN 7991-M5-0.8 x 12 mm Scr-SOC-F/HD-AS-GR10.9-DIN 7991 M6-1 x 16 mm Scr-SHC-MS-GR12.9-M8-1.25x40 mm 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
Bed Knife Screws Property Class 10.9 M20 x 100 Bed Knife Washers Hardened Screens Mild steel, 3/8 dia. Hole - standard Drive Belts 8VX2000 Adjusting Screw- Bed Push-Pull type Knife DIN No. 961-10 3200 Series Granulators 63”and 84” 357563 • 08/22/2019...
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