Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product A0567659 Sterling
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Page 2 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Model # Serial # Write down your Blender ________________ ________________ serial numbers here _____________ _____________ for future referen.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Page 3 of 118 Table of Contents Table of Contents ......................................................................................... 3 Safety Considerations ..........................................
Page 4 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Table of Contents 5 Operation ........................................................................................... 47 5-1 SGB Blender Sequenc e of Oper ation ...........................
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 5 of 118 Safety Considerations Sterling equipment is designed to provide safe and reliable operation when installed and operated within design specifications, following national and local safety codes.
Page 6 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Sterling “SGB-E” Series Blenders This blender is manufactured by ACS, In c. at the ACS-Wood Dale facility: ACS, Inc.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 7 of 118 Annex B Information The following design information is provided for your reference: 1. No modifications are allowed to this equipment that could alter the CE compliance 2. Ambient temperature: 40 degrees Celsius – Maximum (104 degrees Fahrenheit) 3.
Page 8 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1 General Information 1-1 Introduction We are pleased to supply Sterling auxilia ry equipment for your facility. We manufacture a complete line of auxiliary equ ipment to satisfy all of your material handling, process cooling, scrap recl aim, size reduction, and automation requirements.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 9 of 118 1-5 Necessary Documents The documents listed below are necessary for proper installation, operation and maintenance of SGB Series Gravimet ric Batch Blenders. You can obtain additional copies from the Service D epartment at Sterling or ACS Europe.
Page 10 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-8 “SGB” Series Weigh Blender Mechanical Features SGB Slide Gate Blender • Efficient Opti-Mixer ® and “HC” mixer desig ns promot.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 11 of 118 1-9 “SGB” Series Weigh Blender with Mitsubishi Touch- Screen Control Features • LCD touch-screen interface display oper ator control panel with 8’ cable • Target vs.
Page 12 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-10 SGB (-E) Series Specifications SGB Series Specifications SGB-450 SGB-900 SGB-2500 SGB-4 000 SGB-5000 Number of materials blended 4 2 to 6 2 to 5 Slide gate (adjustable, in (mm)) squar e 2 (50) 2.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 13 of 118 1-11 Model SGB Blender System Component Description This section describes the various co mponents of the blending system.
Page 14 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-11-1 Material Supply Hoppers The material supply hoppers are loca ted on top of the blender frame. These hoppers store a supply of mate rial for the individual metering devices. They are sized based on t he total throughput of the blender.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 15 of 118 1-11-2 Slide Gate Metering Assemblies Air operated slide gates are provided to meter the majo rity of pellet ingredients on the SGB blender. Important! The metering range assumes 1 / 8 ” diameter free-flowing plastic pellets weighing approximately 35 lb s.
Page 16 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Each of the diamond gate air cylinders is actuated by a solenoid valve, which are controlled by the blender. When the solenoid valve is energized, it opens the metering valve cylinder. When the solenoid valve is de-energized, it closes the metering valve cylinder.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 17 of 118 1-11-3 Weigh Hopper The weigh hopper on the SGB blender is used to weigh each batch of material, and includes an air-operated discharge valve.
Page 18 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 1-11-4 Weigh Hopper Discharge Valve The weigh hopper discharge valve holds the material until it is dumped into the mixing section. The cylinder is actuated by a solenoid in the valve stack on the rear of the blender.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 19 of 118 1-11-5 Mix Chamber All of the Sterling batch blenders are equipped with an integral mix chamber. The mix chamber holds mult iple batches of material so any variations in a batch are averaged over time.
Page 20 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Setup Screens.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 21 of 118 Typical Operator Screens.
Page 22 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Note: The touch-screen panel display on your unit may be slightly different than shown..
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 23 of 118 1-12 Pneumatic Slide Gate Below Mixer (Optional) The SGB blending system c an be equipped with an optional pneumatic slide gate below the mixing chamber. The gate is us ed in applications when the blender is mounted above a large hopper, or for gaylord filling, etc.
Page 24 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Safety 2 2-1 Work Rules Install, operate, and maintain this equi pment according to applicable work and safety codes for your location. This includes OSHA, CE, NEC, CSA, SPI, and many other local, national, and internati onal regulations.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 25 of 118 2-2 Tools and Equipment Needed You’ll need the following: • Hand tools • Fork lift or overhead lift • Wire, conduit, and fittings f.
Page 26 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller The term IMPORTANT emphasizes areas where equipment damage could result, or provides additiona l information to make a step or procedure easier to understand. Disregarding information marked IMPORTANT would not be likely to cause personal injury.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 27 of 118 continually reviewed, mainta ined, and improved. Keep minut es or a record of the meetings. Hold daily equipment inspections in additi on to regular maint enance checks. You will keep your equipment safe for producti on and exhibit your commitment to safety.
Page 28 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller before starting the unit. • At the beginning of your shift and afte r breaks, verify that the controls and other auxiliary equipment are functioning properly. • Keep all safety guards in place and in good repair.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 29 of 118 When you need to perform maintenance or repair work on a blender above floor level, use a solid platform or a hydraulic elevator. If t here is a permanently installed catwalk on your blender, use it.
Page 30 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 2-8-2 Safety Circuit Standards Safety circuits used in industr ial systems protect the operator and maintenance personnel from dangerous energy. They also provide a means of locking out or isolating the energy for servicing equipment.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 31 of 118 normal operation of the machine. Some of the safety devices utilize a manual activator. This is the method of initiating the safety lock out. Th is may be in the form of a plug, disconnect plug, lever or a handle.
Page 32 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Electrical Disconnect Plug 2-9 Electric Safety Interlock Switch (All Models) A unique electric safety switch is used to shut off power to the blender any time the mixer door is opened. Do not tamper or alter with this switch in any way.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 33 of 118 Electrical safety interlock s w itch (Located on mixer door) WARNING! Always disconnect and lockout al l electrical power and pneumatic (i.e. compressed air) sources prio r to servicing or cleaning any product, including all SGB Series bl ending systems.
Page 34 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 3-2 In the Event of Shipping Damages Important! According to the contract terms and conditions of the Carrier, the responsibility of the Shipper ends at the time and p lace of shipment. The Carrier then assumes full responsibility of the shipment.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 35 of 118 Parcel Post Shipment ; Notify Sterling at once in writing, giving details of the loss or damage. This information is required for filing a claim with our insurance company. ; Hold the damaged goods with the c ontainer and packing materials for possible inspection by postal authorities.
Page 36 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 3-4 If the Shipment is Not Correct If the shipment is not what you ordered, contact Sterling immediately . For shipments in the United States and Canada, call 1 (800) 233-4819; for all other countries, call our inte rnational desk at 001 (630) 475-7491.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 37 of 118 Installation & Setup 4 4-1 Chapter Description and Objectives It is the intent of this chapter to familiarize the reader with the proper site requirements and installation procedures of the SGB blending system.
Page 38 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Verify all clearances on the top and beside the processing machine. This is to insure that all motors, hoppers, control panels, etc. have adequate room for proper operation and servicing. Refer to the assembly drawing wi th the unit for actual height and width dimensions.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 39 of 118 4-2-1-2 Mezzanine Mount In a mezzanine mount application, review the following items before installation begins.
Page 40 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 4-2-1-3 Floor Mount (Central Blender) In a floor mounting applicati on, ensure adequate clearance for all blender operations and main tenance. The operator and maintenance personnel must have access to parts of the blender.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 41 of 118 4-3 Installation Overview This section will familiariz e the reader with commonly us ed procedures for blender installation. After reading this chapter , the reader will be familiar with the installation requirements for all SGB blenders.
Page 42 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller assemblies. 4-5 Electrical Installation The standard Sterling SG B blending system is des igned to operate on 120/1/60 supply voltage (220/1/50 CE models are also ava ilable). The current requirements vary with the blender’s size and throughput ra ting.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 43 of 118 4-6 Pneumatic Installation The SGB blending system uses plant-supp lied compressed air to operate the metering and dump valves on the blender. CLEAN AND DRY air must be supplied to the blender.
Page 44 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller SGB blending system. 4-7-2 Weigh Hopper Installation Remove the weigh hopper from the sh ipping box and install it in the blender on the load cell brackets. Connect the airline and close the mixer door, securing the latch.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 45 of 118 4-7-4 Final Setup 1. Connect the blender to the appropriate power source . 2. Connect the compressed air piping, ensuring that a 5-micron air filter is installed, along with the proper wate r trap, and lubrication unit, if required.
Page 46 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 4. The screen shown below allows the operator to control the blender. The blender can be started or stopped and the recipe values can be changed. Other data shown on th is screen consists of the mixer status, recipe status, and feeder type data.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 47 of 118 Operation 5 5-1 SGB Blender Sequence of Operation 1. Blender is started by turning system on or materi al dropping below level switch in mix chamber. 2. Metering gates are opened to meter mate rial into the weigh hopper in the programmed order.
Page 48 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Recipes can also be changed while the blender is running. The new accepted recipe is entered at the beginn ing of the next batch. This allows the operator to modify the new recipe without affecting t he blender until they hit the “Accept New Recipe” button.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 49 of 118 the blender and the operator is not required to enter it. The ingredient names selected will be disp layed on the run mode display so the operator will know what material is being blended.
Page 50 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller The preset part will be divided by t he total of all parts, with each part representing the ca lculated weight for ratio control.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 51 of 118 5-4 SGB Series Control System Menu Structure “Recipe Book” Page ¾ Save the running r ecipe to the book ¾ Delete a st ored recipe ¾ L.
Page 52 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-5 Blender Calibration *NOTE: It is not necessary to calib rate the weight scale on a brand new blender, although it is recommended that the calibration be checked periodically to ensure that the reported inventory totals are accurate.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 53 of 118 time the mixer will mix or the batch is dumped. 3. Enter a “Mixing Time” by pressing the number next to “sec”, this is the amount of time to run the mixer after a batch is dumped into the mixing chamber.
Page 54 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-5-4 Verifying Calibration (Reco mmended on a periodic basis to ensure accuracy) 1. Login by touching “login” from the Inventory Page and enter “5413”, then touch the Sterling logo to access setup.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 55 of 118 Inventory Shutdown: This feature a llows the blender to make a certain amount of material at a time.
Page 56 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller **Note: The blender monitors the ope rator’s entries and determines if the recipe is valid before accepting the ne w recipe. If there is an error (such as the recipe does not add up to 100% and the blender is in Percentage Mode.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 57 of 118 the blender where there are moving parts. 4. Remove the weigh hopper by unplug ging the air line disconnect fitting, holding the dump valve closed, lifting the hopper to clear the load cell brackets, and gently pulling the we igh hopper out of the blender.
Page 58 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-8 Additional Operation Features 5-8-1 Display Description (LCD) The SGB blending system utilizes a standardized menu format. Each screen was designed to be user-friendly and provide the operator with the necessary information to run the blender.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 59 of 118 5-8-2 Weigh Hopper (Load Cell) Calib ration on blenders equipped with an OptiMix mixer Enter the Setup menu as described previously. See Section 5-3 for menu tree. The factory pre-calibrates the weigh hopper on the SGB blenders.
Page 60 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-8-3 Mix Timer The mix timer is the amount of ti me that the mix motor will mix the material after it has entered the mi xing section of t he SGB blender. The timer has a range of 1 to 999 seconds.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 61 of 118 mix cycle after each dump of the weigh hopper. To view and change the value of the re-m ix timer, refer to the “Mixer and Dump Setup” menu. A ll current values for Mixing and Remixing Times will be shown on this screen.
Page 62 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller and Dump Setup” screen, and then select “Dump Delay”. The default time is factory set at zero seconds. This delay time is used to start the mixer prior to dumping the material from the weigh hopper into the mix chamber of the blender.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 63 of 118 3.) Select a feeder (1-6) by t ouching the “Select Feeder” box. 4.) The current settings for the hopper that you have chosen will now be shown on the screen.
Page 64 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller • Calibration Error, Clean out hopper and check calibration: This alarm indicates that the maximu m empty weight for the weigh hopper has been exceeded. The blender will automatically tare up to 0.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 65 of 118 • E-Stop Screen: The blender is equipped with an E-stop switch that removes the power from all mechani cal outputs. Th e E-Stop Screen appears along with an audible al arm whenever the E-Stop is activated.
Page 66 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller This screen will allow you to Open or Close the Feeder, Weigh Hopper, Mixer Knife Gate, Empty the Entire Blender, Start or Stop the Mixer Motor, Test the Alarm Output, Find out the Mixer Proximity Status and monitor the Current Hopper Weight.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 67 of 118 the mixer section of the blender. If t he dump delay is set, the mixer will start before the weigh hopper dump will open for the selected time. The blender will sit at rest until t he high-level sensor in the mixing chamber is uncovered to start anot her weigh cycle.
Page 68 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller This display indicates the amount of material in pounds that has been used by each feeder of the recipe. It is important to note that the weights are rounded off to the closest pound. On minor ingredients, several cycles may have to occur to show an inventory number.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 69 of 118 • Recipe Book Page • Recipe Format Upon Start Up, the blender controller will default to the “Recipe Menu” screen. The “Recipe Book” screen can be accessed in the “Recipe Page” and is useful in storing and retrieving recipes.
Page 70 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller can be scrolled to read “NAT” (natur al), “RGD” (regrind), or “ADD” (additive). The selected label will be displayed for the ingredient hopper with an arrow next to the abbreviation.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 71 of 118 Example calculations of a five (5) -component blend in “Quick Set” Virgin (NAT): ??? Additive1 (ADD): 5.00% - of virgin component Regrind (RGD): 30.00% - of total batch Additive2 (ADD): 2.
Page 72 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Batch Size SGB-450 3 lbs. SGB-900 8 lbs. SGB-2500/4000/5000 35 lbs. 5-8-17 Batch Size Menu The SGB blending system is a gr avimetric batching system. The blender will weigh a prepr ogrammed batch of material each cycle.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 73 of 118 When the Inventory Shutdown value is reached, the blender will finish the current batch of material. It wi ll then stop and display to the operator that the inventory value has been r eached.
Page 74 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Always verify that the Current Reci pe is showing what y ou want to run, and that the correct recipe has been downloaded from the book.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 75 of 118 5-8-19-2 Load a Saved Recipe from the Book The load from book function allows the operator to retrieve a previously stored recipe from t he recipe book and install it into the current recipe menu.
Page 76 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 5-8-20 Controller Features 5-8-20-1 Display Time and Date The display Time and Date item in the upper right corner of the “F940 Config” menu is used to verify the current time and date information.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 77 of 118 5-9 Stroke Limiters for Metering Gates Stroke limiters are supplied on components 1 through 4 with all SGB blenders to allow standard metering gates to meter small amounts of low percentage additive materials.
Page 78 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller M a i n t e n a n c e 6 6-1 Work Rules The installation, operation, and maintenanc e of this equipment must follow all applicable work and safety codes for the location where it is used.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 79 of 118 6-3 Controller Setup This section describes t he proper setup of the SG B blending system control parameters. These paramet ers are operator changeable; however, these items should only require setup during the init ial installation.
Page 80 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 6-4 SGB Series Blender Menu Structure “Recipe Book” Page Save the running r ecipe to the book ¾ Delete a st ored recipe ¾ Load a sto r.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 81 of 118 6-5 Mechanical The mechanical design of the blender is very simple and very little maintenance is required. The only moving parts are the metering gates, weigh hopper dump valve and mixer agitator.
Page 82 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 6-6 Electrical 6-6-1 Description and Objectives This section is designed to give the operator an overview of the electrical system that controls the SGB blen ding system.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 83 of 118 6-6-4 Output Signals from Programmable Controller The SGB blending system uses several output control signals to control the process. All of these are very simila r in nature, the first of which is the mixer motor control.
Page 84 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 6-7 Pneumatic System Maintenance The SGB blending system uses plant-supp lied compressed air to operate the metering and dump valves on the blender. It is the user’s responsibility to provi de CLEAN AND DRY air for the blender to be connected to.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 85 of 118 7 Troubleshooting 7-1 Description and Objectives This section provides basic troubleshoot ing procedures to common SGB blending system problems. Any problem encountered that is not listed should be discussed with an Sterling service technician.
Page 86 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Problem Possible solution Check batch weight setting in the recipe menu. See th e setup chapter for more information. Check the load cells and weigh hopper mounting for binding, etc. Check to see that a pellet has not lodged under a load cell.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 87 of 118 Problem Possible solution Check the Mixer and Dump Setup to see if the mixer is co nfigured for “Continuous Mixing”. Set it to “Timed Mixing”. Check the value of the mixer timer setting.
Page 88 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Weigh hopper does not empty completely. Check the dump time setting. It may be set too s hort. If this does not correct the problem, clea n the weigh hopper and reche ck the scale diagnostics readout.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 89 of 118 8 Blender Options The following is a list of options, which your blender may hav e been equipped with: Regrind Auger Metering (RAM) Used for feeding difficult regrind materials . Low Level Sensors Detects material supply problems before blender runs out.
Page 90 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Spare Parts 9 9-1 Spare Parts List SGB Series Gravimetric Batch Blending Systems 9 Please see Section 9-2 for parts iden tification and exploded views.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 91 of 118 A0565882 Calex Module A0569702 PLC A0569708 SGB Graphics Panel A0542200 1.5 Amp Fuse A0542207 3.0 Amp Fuse A0569108 Calibration Weight (~25 lbs.) 9-2 Model SGB Blender System Component Description This section describes the various co mponents of the blending system.
Page 92 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 9-2-2 Typical Mixer Section (Front) Typical Opti-Mixer™ - Front Assembly Detail.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 93 of 118 01 Nameplate an d indicator mounting pl ate 02 Nameplate 03 Upper poly carbonate Opti-M ixer™ door 04 Door clamp 05 “Caution” label 0.
Page 94 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 10 Opti-Mixer™ back plate 11 Cover plate 12 Back control panel 13 Cover plate 14 Proximity sensor ( Mixer “high” level) 15 Mixer proxi.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 95 of 118 Typical Opti-Mixer™ Frame Assembly 18 Hinge mounting bracket 19 Mixer door clamp 20 Load cell cover 21 Opti-Mixer™ top plate 22 Opti-Mi.
Page 96 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 9-2-5 Typical Gate Assembly Typical SGB Series Diamond Gate Assembly Detail 28 Slide gate guide rod 29 Stainless steel gate assembly base 30.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 97 of 118 Typical SGB-450 Series Hopper Assembly Detail 40 Mild steel hopper cover 41 Hopper inse rt (square to dia mond-polyurethan e) 42 Mild steel.
Page 98 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Typical Weigh Hopper & Load Cell Detail 52 Left weigh hopper br acket 53 Inside mixer pl ate 54 Weigh Hopper 55 Weigh hopper discha rge .
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Page 100 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 10-2 Returned Material Policy 10-2-1 Credit Returns 1. Prior to the return of any material authorization must be given by Sterling. A RMA number will be assigned for the equipment to be returned.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 101 of 118 10-3 Warranty Sterling warrants all equipment manufactured by it to be free from defects in workmanship and material when used under recommended conditions.
Page 102 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Safety Tag Information 11 11-1 SGB Blender Safety Tags Pinch Point Read Operation Slide Gate and Installation Manual Shear Point Earth Grou.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 103 of 118 11-2 Pushbutton and Touchscreen Tags Button F u n c t i o n Turns power on to the blender controller. (Found on back of controller.) Power On Turns power off to t he blender controller. (Found on back of controller.
Page 104 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 11-3 Blender Identification (Serial Number) Tag (Located on back of mixing chamber) SGB Series Blender Model Number SGB-900 Max Blend Capacity 318 KG/HR 220V Serial Number 060701R 1 Ǿ Date of Manufactu re 06/2002 4.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 105 of 118 12 Appendix Important! Hidden, programmable features and hidden menu pages should not be made available to floor operators. These pages include the Service Supervisor Information a ddendum located in this section.
Page 106 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 12-1-2 Factory Setup Menu Available Selections Metering Test Screen This screen is useful in both R & D and development purposes when testing the metering performance of each feeder.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 107 of 118 introduced material into the weigh hopper, adjust the Maximum Em pty Weight of the hopper. The weight filter is the specialized filter algorithm that smoothes erroneous load cell readings. The signal will be filtered more if this value is increased and less if decreased.
Page 108 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Feed Calibration Options Screen This screen allows you to perform the feeder calibrations for each feeder (in weight per second). This is useful when the feed calibration is giving you an error message (most commonly caused by overfilling the hopper during the calibration).
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 109 of 118 Feeder Setup This screen allows you to modify the type of each feeder. In most cases, t he user will want to keep regrind on hopper 3 because that blender has been specifically designed to handle the regrind.
Page 110 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller box. 2. The current settings fo r that hopper will be shown. 3. Make the necessary adju stments and select a new feeder to configure if desired. 4. Hit “Done” to exit. Alarm This screen shows the last 100 stored alarms.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 111 of 118 Information included in this manual is subject to change without notice. Remember: Blender controller default password is “5413” Servi.
Page 112 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller 12-2 Passwords User Password “5413” Maintenance Password “3145348” CAUTION! Maintenance password should only be supplied to qualified personnel! T he program can be compromised.
SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Pa ge 113 of 118 Dump Delay 0 Dump Cycles 2 1 Mixer Dump Time 4 6 5 Continuous/Timed Mixing TIMED USER PASSWORD User Password 5413 Maintenance Password 3145348 SGB BLENDER CONFIGURATIO N PARAMETERS Cont’d.
Page 114 of 118 SGB Batch Blender with Mitsubishi Controller Hop6 Allowed Underfeed Double Gate Threshold 5 Out of Material Retry limit before alarm Batches for process rate 10 Process Rate Filter 3 SGB BLENDER CONFIGURAT ION PARAMETERS Cont’d.
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