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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.
The illustrations depicted in this
manual are not to scale or detail.
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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 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 ectrica tan ar efinition 15709-0085 6 | 1 Field Electrical Wiring Standards 6 | 1 e nitions 6 | 1 Requirements 6 | 1...
  • 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 ro ri e otor entification 15705-8010 10 | 1 Safety Information 10 | 1 DRN Gearmotor Labeling 10 | 2 Code e nitions 10 | 2...
  • 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 C | 6 Se ies | 1570 -1002 | Rev | 2022-03-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...
  • Page 7 Customer Support Department e-mail: csd@p ow.com Sales e-mail: sales@p ow.com For a list of contact personnel visit the PFlow Industries, Inc. website at: https://www.p ow.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 8 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Contact Information Section 1 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Section 1 | 2 15705-0011 | Rev | 2022-02-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...
  • Page 29 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 30 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 Section 5 | 10 1570 -1003 | Rev | 2022-03-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...

  • Page 35: 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 sha with four (4) corner li sprocket assemblies, a moving carriage deck, and if furnished, interlocked safety gates or doors.

  • Page 36: Drivebase Assembly 7

    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 37: Safety Cam And Wheelblock 7

    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 38 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 li chain connects to a safety cam assembly which is bolted to the carriage upright.

  • Page 39: Lift Chains 7

    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 assembly base) ts around the outside of the column guide angle track while the steel Function safety cam is pivoted on the safety cam mounting block.

  • Page 40: Enclosures 7

    Reciprocating Conveyor (VRC) as required by site conditions. The enclosure panels are steel with 1-1/2" (38mm) angle frame and 16 gauge attened 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 speci c requirements.

  • Page 41: Gate Assemblies 7

    See Figure 7-10. PFlow Industries, Inc. o ers various styles of interlocks depending upon the gate type and application. The parts section of this manual contains views with part numbers.
  • Page 42 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 15690-0002-S.SMG 16520-1000.SMG PFL-1875-8 4. Sliding Gate PFL-3076G Peelle - VAC Swing Gate Interlock Examples...

  • Page 43: 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 speci cs 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 44: Drivebase Assembly 8

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

  • Page 45: Sequence Of Operation

    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 46 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 oor 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 47: Sequence 9

    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 oor level limit switch. In the event of failure to activate the uppermost oor 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 48 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 li motor by cutting (continued) o the power to the control circuit.

  • Page 49: To Operate The Lift 9

    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 oor level button to move the carriage to the desired level. The carriage stops when the appropriate level is reached.
  • 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 Section Se ies | 1570 -1015 | Rev | 2022-03-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...

  • Page 51: Safety Information 10

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 dentification and 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. eration Milwaukee, WI 53209 Before You Begin Read this entire manual. This section is provided for the assistance of quali ed and trained service technicians only and is not intended for use by untrained or unauthorized service personnel.

  • Page 52: Drn Gearmotor Labeling 10

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 entification an eration 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 53: Drn Motor Labeling 10

    www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 dentification and 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. eration 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 54 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 otor tion an PFlow Industries, Inc. o ers 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 FI = Output option...
  • Page 55 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 dentification and 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. eration Milwaukee, WI 53209 Activate 1. Make sure the breather valve is activated before Breather Valve operating. 2. If not activated, pull the transport protection device up and away from the breather valve before starting the gearmotor.
  • Page 56 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 SEW Eurodrive Motor Section 10 | F 414 352 9002 entification an eration 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 | Section 10 15705- 010 | Rev | 2022-03-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...
  • Page 57 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 quali ed and trained service technicians only and is not intended for use by untrained or unauthorized service personnel.

  • Page 58: Brake Running Operation 10

    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 59: Air Gap Values 11

    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 speci ed values are nominal values that were determined during rating operation.

  • Page 60: Adjust The Air Gap 11

    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 a ect Air Gap (if the play in the manual release.

  • Page 61: Troubleshooting The Motor 11

    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 identi es some of the most common issues with speed the Motor reducers, the possible causes, and the suggested solution.

  • Page 62: Troubleshooting The Brake 11

    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 63: Removing The Brake 11

    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 a er power has been disconnected from Brake the VRC, the brake and motor has been de-energized, and the brake is torque-free.

  • Page 64: Gear Unit Lubrication 11

    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 lled with mineral oil, replace the lubricant at least a er Replacement every 10,000 operating hours or a er every two years.

  • Page 65: Oil Volume 11

    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 66: Oil Plug Connections 11

    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 69 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 modi ed in any way, contact PFlow Industries, Inc. for assistance. Do not make any unauthorized changes.
  • Page 70 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 Ve i ove all ope ation. monthly Ve i t at all level stops a e fl s wit t e floo level. d st as necessa .

  • Page 75: Adjust Overcurrent Sensor

    6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Overcurrent Sensor Milwaukee, WI 53209 Before You Begin Read this entire manual. The PFlow Industries, Inc. Vertical Overcurrent Sensor Reciprocating Conveyor (VRC) is equipped (OCS) Purpose with an Overcurrent Sensor (OCS). The OCS is pre wired and located inside the electrical control panel.
  • Page 76 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Adjust Section 15 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Overcurrent Sensor Milwaukee, WI 53209 Section 15 | 2 1570 -0052 | Rev | 2022-02-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...

  • Page 77: Recommended Spare Parts

    This list is based on the job as manufactured and shipped new from PFlow Industries, Inc. Any changes, updates, parts by others, or modi cations a er shipment are unknown to PFlow Industries, Inc.
  • Page 78 P 414 352 9000 Recommended Spare Parts Section 16 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. F Series Milwaukee, WI 53209 2 | Section 1 Se ies | 1570 -1013 | Rev | 2022-03-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...
  • Page 79 These are custom-designed components and vary by job. To ensure correct Drivebase Assembly 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 80: Chain Arrangement

    The following drawings illustrate the path of Chain the li 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 C ain...

  • Page 81: Chain Tensioner Assembly

    Switc o ntin * Not Shown on Illustration C annel nist t 3300 13 1 4211-0000 ** Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support nist t o ntin a dwa e Department for part number. VRC serial number required. Sc ew C 3 -1 1.25 GR2...

  • Page 82: Drive Chain Tension Sensor Assembly

    6541-0000 Senso ssem l ive C ain 7-11 6541-0001 ** Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. Customer Support Department for part number. VRC serial number is required. Section 17 | Se ies | 1570 -101 | Rev | 2022-03-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...

  • Page 83: Interlocks

    2 7 - 001- nte loc nde son R ate Resistant wit Sc ew C 1 -20 1-1 6029-0020 ** Contact PFlow Industries, Inc. as e Std 1 Customer Support Department 5858-0009 for part number. t 1 -20 wit Sp in 5834-0001 VRC serial number is required.
  • Page 84 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 85: Gate Status Switches

    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 86: Safety Cam Assembly

    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) di erent web 20# Columns Left-hand 17550-1201...
  • Page 87 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 loc G ide Rolle Rolle G ide 1.25 17538-0000 17539-0000...
  • Page 88 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 89 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 Sc ew C 5 -11 2.25 GR5...
  • 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 - 17544-0220 Steel Wheels LH - 17544-1220 17544-0220 17544-1220 Item Qty Part No. Description Sc ew C 5 -11 2.25 GR5 7278-0036...
  • Page 93 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 94 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Signage Locations Section 19 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Section 1 | 2 1570 -0035 | Rev | 2022-02-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...
  • Page 95 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 96 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Installation Section 20 | F 414 352 9002 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Questionnaire Milwaukee, WI 53209 Section 20 | 2 1570 -1500 | Rev | 2022-02-01 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...
  • Page 97 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@p ow.com. 15710-0017-VRC | Rev G | 2023-11-15 | e-mail csd@pflow.com Section 21 | 1...
  • Page 98 www.pflow.com P 414 352 9000 Acceptance Section 21 | F 414 352 9002 Certification - VRC 6720 N. Teutonia Ave. Milwaukee, WI 53209 Section 21 | 2 15710-0017-VRC | Rev G | 2023-11-15 | e-mail csd@pflow.com...

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