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May, 2007
IMS Company
10373 Stafford Road
Chagrin Falls, OH 44023-5296
© Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved.
© Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved.
Mini and
Whisper® Loaders
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Telephone: (440) 543-1615
Email: sales@imscompany.com
Website: www.imscompany.com
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Fax: (440) 543-1069
An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company
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- Page 1 Fax: (440) 543-1069 10373 Stafford Road Email: sales@imscompany.com Chagrin Falls, OH 44023-5296 Website: www.imscompany.com © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Control Panel ............. . 12 © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. - Page 3 Diagram for WL1250/1500 PLVP ....................21 Diagram for PL1250/1500 PR/VP ....................22 TROUBLEHOOTING ........................23 SPARE PARTS ..........................24 NOTES ............................26 Serial Number Log ........................26 ADDENDUMS ..........................26 RETURNS ............................27 PARTS LIST BY MODEL .........................28 © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company...
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Page 4: Safety Precautions
IMS maintains stock on a large inventory of standard products and replacement parts to support customer service. Whether replacement parts, components or a complete turn-key conveying system; let IMS handle your next project. Contact IMS’ Sales Department, Customer Service or a local representative if you’re interested in upgrades, system expansion or maintenance programs for your present system. -
Page 5: Un-Packing
If, when you unpack the Whisper® Loader equipment damage is observed, notify the carrier immedi- ately to file a damage claim. Most carrier claim policies allow a fifteen-day window for such claims; therefore time is of the essence. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 6: System Description
IMS Whisper® Loaders operate on a batch principle. The duration of the conveying (run-time) and dump cycle (dump-time) is determined by the controller settings. The Control Panel is equipped with a PLC-type Controller module with adjustable (programmable) timer functions to control all timer- related Loader functions. -
Page 7: Component, Model & Option Descriptions
Control Panel housed in NEMA 1 Enclosure with ON/OFF Switch, Indicator Lights, Material Pick-up Lance and PVC Flex Hose Control Cord and Power Cord (quantity doubled for PLVP models) © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 8: Receiving Hopper
Interblend® (IB) Static-blender where the Loader’s Receiver Body is divided into two compartments providing a rough mix of the ingredients prior to being discharged. The IB also reduces product layering within Loader. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 9: Motor Turbine
For special environment concerns Whisper® Loaders can be fitted an Explosion-proof Motor to work with flamma- ble/explosive materials. In rare cases it may be necessary to utilize an inert-gas (Nitrogen) purge system to which IMS can provide a special motor with N2 exhaust and recovery; also an optional closed-loop recover system is available. To... -
Page 10: Explosion-Proof Motor (Xp) Option
Maximum operating temperature 375° F. Note: Although the Poly-Felt filter captures much smaller particulate matter it does exhibit airflow characteristics slightly lower than a DI-AC filter. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 11: Di-Ac Media Flat-Filter
55 micron. Pleated Cartridge Filter IMS Pleated Filters are Ø5-½” x 6” or 12” long (Standard lengths) Closed-end Cartridges with a Spun-bond 225 Thread- count Non-woven White Polyester Pleated media exhibiting excellent air-flow and filtration for particles as small as 2- microns. -
Page 12: Controller
“Esc” to return to the previous menu. Press UP or DOWN arrow to access another Timer or “Esc” to save and return to previous menu. Press “Esc” once again to return to the RUN Screen. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... - Page 13 Terminal (I-3 on the PLC Controller). Note: There are no physical wires at either I-3 or I-4 terminals other than the Jumper wire; wires depict- ed are for illustration purposes only. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company...
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Page 14: Circuit Breaker
OFF, and then back to the ON position. SERVICE MESSAGE This section refers to Whisper® Loaders with Brush-type Motor. IMS recommends replacing the motor brushes after 400 hours of operation to prevent detrimental damage to the Motor. The Control Panel’s internal timer device records accu- mulated hours of operation;... -
Page 15: Installation
Ensure surface is mechanically sound and able to rigidly support the Whisper® Loader; bolt in place at the Mounting Flange. For your convenience a Flange mounting-template drawing is included. IMS offers an array of Hopper Covers to provide a custom fit on your material hoppers and other containers. -
Page 16: Sequence Of Operation
The screw labeled T1 = Run Timer (Default 10 seconds). The screw labeled T2 = Dump Timer (Default 3 seconds). Rotate the screw clockwise to increase the time. Rotate the screw counterclockwise to decrease the time. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 17: Maintenance
4. Lift off Motor Cover and set aside – leaving lead-wires attached – to gain access to Motor. 5. Carefully spread snap-on “Ears” of the plastic Fan Cover and remove to expose Motor Brushes. 6. Remove Brush-retaining Screws. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 18: Filter Maintenance
Thoroughly vacuum; first from smooth side then seam side, so as not to embed particles further into media. 4. Repeat from smooth side to seam side until all visible debris has been removed. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 19: Cartridge Filters
10. Repeat step 8 & 9 again to provide a clean sweep of both the inside & outer surfaces. 11. As an option, a vacuum nozzle can be used to clean the pleats as described in steps 8 & 9. © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 20: Wiring Diagrams
Allow filter to air dry completely, normally 24-48 hour period @ 70° F or lower. DO NOT dry filter inside of the Loader. DO NOT apply direct heat as damage will result. WIRING DIAGRAMS WIRING DIAGRAM FOR WL1250B © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 21: Diagram For Wl1250/1500 Plvp
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR WL 1250A/1500PLVP © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 22: Diagram For Pl1250/1500 Pr/Vp
WIRING DIAGRAM FOR WL1250A/1500 PR/VP © Copyright 2007 IMS Company. All rights reserved. An ISO 9001:2000 Registered Quality Company... -
Page 23: Troublehooting
The following situations may occur when installing or operating the Whisper® Loader, please attempt to remedy the problem you have encountered prior to contacting IMS or its representatives for service. Exercise applicable safety precautions while working on electrical devices or compressed-air equipment. -
Page 24: Spare Parts
Retro Fit Kit PLVP (to convert an old loader with an 070 pbc board to the PLC controller) ..Timer Relay Panel (for model 1250B) NOTE: In 2006, IMS upgraded its loaders from boards to modules. These modules are self-contained and when installed correctly will eliminate dust and static wire issues. - Page 25 137592 Retro Fit Kit PLVP (to convert an old loader with an 070 pbc board to the PLC controller) NOTE: In 2006, IMS upgraded its loaders from boards to modules. These modules are self-contained and when installed correctly will eliminate dust and static wire issues.
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Page 26: Notes
Serial Number Log Please take a moment to record serial number(s) associated with the Whisper® Loader delivered with this Operator’s Maintenance Manual. Have this information available when contacting IMS for Service or Parts; or in extreme cases Returns. Loader S/N:... -
Page 27: Returns
Thank you for choosing IMS Company for your material handling needs, if you should have any further questions as to the operation of this unit or any other IMS product please contact Customer Service at (440) 543-1615 or (800) 537-5375, Monday thru Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM Eastern Time. -
Page 28: Parts List By Model
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