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Summarization of Contents
About This Manual
Manual Purpose and Value
Provides guidance on maximizing equipment value and understanding maintenance procedures.
How to Use This Manual
Explains the manual's structure with chapters, numbered sections, and paragraphs.
Understanding Special Notations
Details the meaning of special notations like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and IMPORTANT for safety.
Buying Replacement Parts Guide
Authorized Dealer Parts Department
Identifies authorized dealers as the primary and best source for equipment-specific parts.
Purchased Components Parts
Explains availability of parts for components like gear reducers, electric motors, and engines.
Importance of Serial Numbers
Highlights the necessity of serial numbers for correctly identifying required components.
Engine Troubleshooting
Engine Shuts Down
Addresses engine shutdown due to insufficient fuel supply or priming issues.
Startup or Unexpected Shutdowns
Troubleshoots unexpected shutdowns or startup failures related to fuse connections.
Machine Speed Issues
Diagnoses issues with machine speed, including engine, hydraulic fluid, filters, and pump.
Conveyor Troubleshooting
Material Buildup on Belt
Solves material buildup by adjusting scraper tension or dust suppression.
Belt Surface Damage
Addresses belt surface damage from wedged material or overtensioning.
Material Sticking to Idlers
Resolves material sticking to return idlers caused by idlers not turning.
Material Leakage at Hopper
Fixes material leakage due to worn or misaligned rubber flashing.
Conveyor Belt Leaves Pulley
Troubleshoots belts leaving pulley due to misalignment, dirt, or wear.
Conveyor Belt Slippage
Addresses belt slippage on driving pulley due to tension, lagging, or belt length.
Off-Center Belt Running
Corrects belts running off-center due to splice issues or misaligned idlers.
Conveyor Bearing Overheating
Diagnoses bearing overheating from misalignment, wear, load, or looseness.
Excessive Bearing Grease Leakage
Solves grease leakage from bearings due to incorrect lubricant, wear, or seal failure.
Jaw Crusher Troubleshooting
Crusher Speed Variation
Addresses speed variations caused by V-belt slippage or voltage issues.
Excessive Vibration
Diagnoses vibration from toggle plate movement, incorrect speed, or setting range.
Crusher Start or Stop Issues
Troubleshoots startup failures or stops due to V-belt issues or material blockage.
High Bearing Temperature
Addresses high bearing temperatures from improper lubrication, grease, or excessive speed.
Knocking Noise During Operation
Resolves knocking noises by checking spring tension, jaw clearance, toggle seats, and bolts.
Vibrating Feeder Troubleshooting
High Bearing Temperature
Diagnoses high bearing temperatures due to lubrication, grease, or speed issues.
Cracked Side Plates
Addresses cracked side plates caused by hitting objects or an uneven plant level.
Uneven Wear or Material Flow
Corrects uneven wear or flow by adjusting feed, removing buildup, or leveling the plant.
Support Spring Breakage
Fixes spring breakage from uneven leveling, excessive load, or material buildup.
Feeder Not Starting
Troubleshoots startup issues, primarily when the crusher is not running.
Unusual Noises
Resolves unusual noises by checking for obstructions, loose bars, or worn bearings.
Poor Efficiency
Improves efficiency by adjusting speed, feed distribution, and timing.
Breather Oil Discharge
Addresses oil discharge by correcting shaft rotation or oil reservoir level.
Hydraulic System Troubleshooting
Open Loop Pump Operation
Diagnoses lack of pump operation in open loop systems by checking diagnostic screens and pressures.
Closed Loop Pump Charge Pressure
Troubleshoots loss of charge pressure in closed loop systems by checking filters, motors, and pumps.
Closed Loop Pump Operation Issues
Resolves pump issues when charge pressure is present but pumps aren't operating correctly.
Jaw Wedge Adjustment Cylinders
Addresses cylinders not holding by loosening tension rod spring nuts.
Hydraulic Track Movement Issues
Troubleshoots tracks not moving by checking filters, voltage, and manual override.
Counterbalance Valve Load Holding
Fixes valves failing to hold load by deactivating and resetting them.
Noisy Hydraulic Motor/Pump
Diagnoses noisy motors/pumps due to air, low fluid, clogged filters, wear, or line issues.
Unresponsive Hydraulic Controls
Troubleshoots unresponsive controls due to low fluid, closed valves, blocked lines, pump wear, or stuck relief valves.
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Alternator Circuit Breaker Reset
Provides steps to reset the alternator circuit breaker, including lockout/tagout procedures.
Engine Starting Electrical Problems
Addresses engine starting problems related to the alternator circuit breaker and its reset.
Water in Resistor Plug
Troubleshoots water in resistor plug affecting engine and remote control function.
Overload Protection System Troubleshooting
E-stop Link Loss
Addresses link loss between overload system and radio remote by checking E-stops and remote power.
Radio Remote Not Linking
Troubleshoots remote not working or linking by checking receiver LINK light and tether cable function.
High Engine Temperature Warning
Diagnoses high engine temperature warnings by checking fault codes and the engine derate chart.
Engine Fault Code 6272
Addresses FMI code 6272 by suggesting turning the ignition key slower for synchronization.
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