Sterling SSE-2 - Manuals

SSE 2 v Table of Contents 1. General instructions......................................................................................................... 1-1 1.1. Warnings and symbols ......................................................................................................................

SSE 2 General instructions 1-1 1. General instructions M These instructions apply to all persons within the range of action of theequipment. These operating instructions are to be used by all persons assigned activitiesconnected with the equipment.

SSE 2 1-2 General instructions 1.1. Warnings and symbols The following warnings and symbols are used in these operating instructions: M This symbol indicates danger to life. Fatal or serious injury is possible if thecorresponding instructions, regulations or warnings are not observed. L This symbol ...

SSE 2 General instructions 1-3 1.2. Explanations and information Various terms are used in these operating instructions to ensure clarity. Thereforeplease note that the terms used in the text stand for the corresponding explanationslisted below.• Equipment: ”Equipment” can mean an individual unit, a...

SSE 2 Safety instructions 2-1 2. Safety instructions M These safety instructions apply to all persons within the range of action of theequipment, and should be used by all persons assigned activities connectedwith the equipment. Please inform all persons within the range of action of the equipment o...

SSE 2 2-2 Safety instructions 2.1. For your safety 2.1.1. General To prevent injury and/or damage to equipment, observe the following safety rules: • Read these operating instructions carefully before operating for the first time. Contact us should questions arise. • These operating instructions mus...

SSE 2 Safety instructions 2-3 2.1.2. Assembly To prevent injury and/or damage to equipment, observe the following safety rules: • Compare the connected loads with those of the main supply. • Use care when using lifting gear, and observe any pertaining regulations. • Do not modify, add other equipmen...

SSE 2 2-4 Safety instructions 2.1.3. Operation To prevent injury and/or damage to equipment, observe the following safety rules: • Appoint an equipment foreman to be responsible for the equipment. • Ensure that the operating personnel are provided detailed instruction in the operation of the equipme...

SSE 2 Safety instructions 2-5 2.2. For the operating safety of the equipment Never change settings if the consequences are not precisely known. Use only original Sterling spare parts. Please observe the maintenance schedule. Keep record of all maintenance and repair work. Please note that electronic...

SSE 2 3-2 Transport, Assembly and Storage 3.1. Transport and Packing M Please ensure adequate carrying capacity of the lifting equipment. The equipment passes rigorous testing in the factory and is packed carefully to avoidtransport damage. Please check packing on delivery for transport damage. The ...

SSE 2 Assembly instructions 4-1 4. Assembly instructions M These installation instructions are intended for persons with skills in electricaland mechanical areas due to their training, experience and receivedinstructions. Personnel using these installation instructions must be instructed in theregul...

SSE 2 4-2 Assembly instructions 4.1. Unpacking The loader is insensitive to shocks and can bemounted directly onto the processing machine,on a machine hopper, a drying hopper or adosing and blending unit. The equipment is delivered as a completeassembly. Use the following procedure to prepare themac...

SSE 2 Assembly instructions 4-3 4.2. Installing the Dump Valve Sensor The controller uses a dump valve sensor (A) with amagnet (B) to determine demand. When thedump valve is closed, indicating demand, themagnet is pushed towards the sensor. Thepresence of the magnet near the sensor indicatesdemand a...

SSE 2 4-4 Assembly instructions 4.3. Attaching the Pickup Wand Use the following procedure to attach the pickup wand: 1. The pickup wand must be connected to flexible hose to allow sufficient movement. The length of the hose should not exceed 10 feet (3 meters). Push the free pipe endapproximately 1...

SSE 2 Assembly instructions 4-5 4.4. Mounting Please check during assembly that the admissible bearing loads are not exceeded. Mount the loader in such a way that the outlet flap swings in a right angle to the directionof machine movement. Please check that all connecting points are tight to ensure ...

SSE 2 4-6 Assembly instructions 4.4.1. Mounting on the processing machine A material hopper VT 1.0 is required: 1. Mount the material hopper onto the flange of the processing machine. 2. Mount the unit onto the material hopper. F Observe the bearing capacity of the machine flange. 4.4.2. Mounting on...

SSE 2 Assembly instructions 4-7 4.4.3. Mounting onto mixing hoppers with lateral inlet A material hopper VT 1.0 is required: 1. Mount the material hopper onto the swan-neck of the mixing hopper. 2. Mount the unit onto the intermediate hopper. F Observe the bearing capacity of the machine flange. 4.4...

SSE 2 4-8 Assembly instructions 4.5. Electrical connection M The regulations of the local Electricity Board must be observed. Before connection to the electricity supply, ensure that the supply voltage andthe power frequency are in accordance with the data on the nameplate of themachine. The electri...

SSE 2 Assembly instructions 4-9 4.6. Installation of the optional SKW proportioning valve & Before proceeding, review the connecting diagram included with the unit. For more information, refer to the manual that shipped with the SKW valve. Connecting the SKW-E proportioning valve: Control and po...

SSE 2 4-10 Assembly instructions Connecting Material Lines: Component 1 – connected to the intake port furthest from the air cylinder (regrind) Component 2 – connected to the intake port closest to the air cylinder (virgin) Setting the ratio: When the loader motor is not running, pressing the arrow ...

SSE 2 Functional Description 5-1 5. Functional Description M This functional description is intended for all operating personnel of theequipment. General knowledge of conveying systems is required to operate the equipment Ensure in each case that the operating personnel are sufficientlyknowledgeable...

SSE 2 5-2 Functional Description 5.1. Sequence of Operation The sequence of operation is as follows: 1. Plug in the machine and move the on/off switch to the “on” position 2. All LEDs on the controller will blink, and the software version is displayed on the screen. 3. A 2-second blowback pulse will...

SSE 2 Operation 6-3 6.3. Setting the Conveying Time F Do not overfill the hopper loader & The conveying time cannot be set while the unit is in the process of conveyingmaterial. By correctly setting the conveying time, you can reduce vacuum motor wear, saveenergy, and reduce your need to maintai...

SSE 2 6-4 Operation 6.4. Setting the Purge Time (optional) To set the purge time, press and hold the “change-over” key while using the “arrow key” to adjust the time. & The purge time that was last selected appearsin the display. The purge time can be set at 1 to 99 seconds. F If no line clearin...

SSE 2 Operation 6-5 6.5. Initial Operation Metal shavings may be inside the pipe from cutting down pipes into lengths. These arepulled during the first conveying process and collected in the separator. F This material should not be used again. 6.6. Switching off the unit Locate the power switch on t...

SSE 2 7-2 Troubleshooting 7.1. Alarms An alarm will be triggered if there is no material to convey or if the loader overheats. & An “E” appears in the display and an error number. And alarm will sound. F Do not restart operation until the malfunction has been corrected. The following error messa...

SSE 2 Maintenance 8-3 8.1. Maintenance intervals Daily: Check that warning labels on the equipment are clear andreadable Clean the sieve or filter Use compressed air to blow through the sieve or filter (accordingto the accumulation of dust) Monthly: Check function of the power cord and plug Every 6 ...

SSE 2 8-4 Maintenance 8.2. Servicing the Loader M Disconnect the unit from main power supply by unplugging it. Depressurize all system sections of the equipment (only units with activecleaning). 8.2.1. Changing the sealing ring of the outlet flap 1. Open the toggle-type fasteners (A) and the flap (B...

SSE 2 Maintenance 8-5 8.2.2. Adjusting the dump valve sensor 1. Stop the conveying cycle by disconnecting the dumpvalve sensor from thecontroller. With the dumpvalve sensor disabled, nodemand will be indicated,and conveying will stop. 2. Connect an ohmmeter to PINS 2 and 3 of the dumpvalve sensor. 3...

SSE 2 8-6 Maintenance 8.2.3. Cleaning the unit 1. Open the tension ring. 2. Tilt the turbine head upwards. 3. Remove the filter. 4. Clean the filter by means of compressed-air. 5. Clean the hopper loader by means of a vacuum cleaner. 6. Mount the filter. Pay attention for proper fit. 7. Mount the tu...

SSE 2 8-8 Maintenance 8.2.4. Replacing carbon brushes at the motor M This work must be carried out by qualified personnel only. Disconnect the unit from main power supply before working on the controller. Remove compressed air anddepressurize unit prior todisassembly. Disassemble the unit: 1. Remove...

SSE 2 Spare parts list 10-1 10. Spare parts list M This spare parts list is intended to be used only by trained personnel. Other persons are not permitted to modify or repair the equipment. & Wear Code: A = Wearing part, wears quickly B = Wearing part C = Spare part, reorder every year D = Spare...

SSE 2 10-2 Spare parts list SSE-2, 230 V, 50 Hz / 110 V, 60 Hz

SSE 2 Spare parts list 10-3 10.1. SSE-2, 230 V, 50 Hz Pos. Order no. Designation Wear Code 1 37767 Turbine head complete, with turbine and controller 2 37765 Covering cap 3 18491 Sieve 4 34197 Isolation 5 37768 Support 6 85629 Turbine (800 W) D 85628 Carbon brushes (switching off) B 7 24679 Isolatio...

SSE 2 10-4 Spare parts list 10.2. SSE-2, 110 V, 60 Hz Pos. Order no. Designation Wear Code 1 37777 Turbine head complete, with turbine and controller 2 37765 Covering cap 3 18491 Sieve 4 34197 Isolation 5 37768 Support 6 85844 Turbine (800 W) D 84716 Carbon brushes (switching off) B 7 24679 Isolatio...

SSE 2 Spare parts list 10-5 10.3. SSE-2, 230 V, 50 Hz with active cleaning Pos. Order no. Designation Wear Code 1 37755 Filter with sealing A 2 37222 Basket 3 82593 Solenoid valve B 4 97745 Bush D 5 37800 Breather tube D 10.4. SSE-2, 110 V, 60 Hz with active cleaning Pos. Order no. Designation Wear ...

SSE 2 Electrical manual 12-1 12. Electrical manual This electrical manual is intended to be used only by Sterling service personnel andtrained personnel authorized by Sterling. Other persons are not permitted to modify or repair the equipment.

SSE-2 Quick Start Guide 1-1 1. Quick Start Guide Turning on the loader: • Locate the power switch on the left side of thecontrol box and move to the ‘ON’ position. Setting the loader convey time: • It is only possible to set the convey time when theunit is not conveying material 1. Disconnect the fl...