Conair S Series User manual

USER GUIDE
UGG050-0517
S Series Granulators
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INTRODUCTION
Introduction
Note! All users must study the instruction manual before installing, operating or maintaining the machine.
This instruction manual contains instructions how to install, operate and maintain the standard versions of the Conair
S Series granulators, Model number S97, S910, S914 and S918.
The performance of your supplied machine may vary from the standard machines described in this instruction manual.
In event of any questions, please contact Conair at 1-800-458-1960.
INTRODUCTION

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INTRODUCTION
CONTENT
2. DESCRIPTION
Safety equipment...................................................... 2:11
General rules, Safety equipment..................... 2:11
Funnel, Hopper ................................................ 2:12
Flap(s) .............................................................. 2:12
Granule bin ...................................................... 2:13
Protective covers.............................................. 2:13
Key to the electrical cabinet ............................ 2:13
Safety switch.................................................... 2:14
Star knob.......................................................... 2:14
Main switch ..................................................... 2:15
Emergency stop(s) ........................................... 2:15
Electrical cabinet, Operating panel.................. 2:15
Advanced, Status messages ..................................... 2:16
General rules,
“Level 0” and “Level 1” messages ................. 2:16
“Level 0” messages.......................................... 2:17
“Level 1” messages.......................................... 2:18
Advanced, Fault messages....................................... 2:20
IMD-system .............................................................. 2:22
General rules, IMD-system.............................. 2:22
Basic ................................................................ 2:22
Extended .......................................................... 2:22
Advanced ......................................................... 2:22
Overload protection, Motor .................................... 2:23
General rules, Overload protection................. 2:23
Basic ................................................................ 2:23
Extended .......................................................... 2:23
Advanced ......................................................... 2:23
Level switch, Granule bin........................................ 2:24
General rules, Level switch ............................ 2:24
Level switch, Capacitive type.......................... 2:24
Level switch, Paddle type ................................ 2:24
ABS-system............................................................... 2:25
General rules, ABS-system.............................. 2:25
Automatic ABS, Rotor..................................... 2:26
Timed ABS, Rotor ........................................... 2:27
Automatic ABS, Masher-system..................... 2:28
Timed ABS, Masher-system ............................ 2:29
Program 1, Masher-system .............................. 2:29
Program 2, Masher-system ............................. 2:30
1. SAFETY RULES
General rules, Safety.................................................. 1:1
Symbols on the machine.................................... 1:1
Symbols in the instruction manual .................... 1:1
Safety rules, During installing ........................... 1:2
Risk of machinery damage ................................ 1:2
Safety rules, During start and operation ............ 1:3
Safety rules, During service............................... 1:4
2. DESCRIPTION
Technical specifications ............................................. 2:1
General data, Conair S Series: ........................... 2:1
Personnel responsible for the machine’s service and
safety ........................................................................... 2:1
Overview, S Series...................................................... 2:2
Layout ......................................................................... 2:3
S97-918 Motor 0,75-2,2 kW.............................. 2:3
Function ...................................................................... 2:4
Conair S Series .................................................. 2:5
Function ...................................................................... 2:6
Suffix 1, 2, 3 and 4............................................. 2:6
Additional suffix -AV ........................................ 2:6
Cutter housing............................................................ 2:7
Sealings........................................................................ 2:7
Fixed knives ................................................................ 2:8
Scrapers ...................................................................... 2:8
Rotor ........................................................................... 2:9
Rotating knife segments ............................................ 2:9
Rotating feed hook(s)................................................. 2:9
Masher-system.......................................................... 2:10
Transmission............................................................. 2:10
Gear motor ....................................................... 2:10
Coupling .......................................................... 2:10
Bearings ........................................................... 2:10

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3. TRANSPORT / LIFT
Transport / Lift........................................................... 3:1
General rules, Transport / Lift .......................... 3:1
Transport ............................................................ 3:1
Lift the granulator .............................................. 3:1
4. INSTALLING
Actions before first start............................................ 4:1
General rules, Installing..................................... 4:1
Reception inspection.......................................... 4:1
Put the machine in its working place................ 4:1
Remove the rust preventer ................................. 4:1
Check the knife clearance.................................. 4:2
Technical specifications .................................... 4:2
Electrical connection.................................................. 4:3
General rules, Electrical connection .................. 4:3
Emergency stop ................................................. 4:3
Connect the granulator to the mains .................. 4:3
Checks immediately after first start......................... 4:4
Checks 40 hours after first start ............................... 4:5
Installing complete..................................................... 4:5
5. START / STOP
Start the granulator ................................................... 5:1
Stop the granulator.................................................... 5:1
Manual reversal of the rotors and/or the Masher-
system .......................................................................... 5:2
6. OPEN / CLOSE
Open the granulator................................................... 6:1
General rules, Open the granulator.................... 6:1
Open the transmission........................................ 6:1
Open the hopper................................................. 6:2
Open the cutter housing ..................................... 6:2
Open the granule bin.......................................... 6:3
Close the granulator................................................... 6:3
General rules, Close the granulator .................. 6:3
Close the granule bin ......................................... 6:3
Close the cutter housing..................................... 6:4
Close the hopper ................................................ 6:4
Close the transmission ....................................... 6:5
7. SERVICE
General rules, Service................................................ 7:1
Check the emergency stop(s)..................................... 7:1
Check the flap(s) ........................................................ 7:1
Service schedule ................................................ 7:1
Check the safety equipment ...................................... 7:2
Check the electrical components .............................. 7:3
Store the granulator................................................... 7:3
Adjust the IMD-System............................................. 7:4
General rules, Adjust the IMD-System............. 7:4
Basic, Extended, Advanced .............................. 7:4
Adjust the ABS-System.............................................. 7:5
Select ABS mode, Advanced ............................. 7:5
Start “Level 1” ................................................... 7:5
Adjust the timing relay, Advanced.................... 7:6
Adjust the ABS settings, Advanced .................. 7:6
Adjust the level switch ............................................... 7:7
Adjust the pause-pulse relay, Airveyor .................... 7:8
Check the transmission.............................................. 7:9
Clean the granulator................................................ 7:10
Thorough inspection ................................................ 7:11
Reset “Maintenance request” ......................... 7:11
Knives........................................................................ 7:12
General rules, Knives....................................... 7:12
Remove the rotating knife segments and the rotating
feed hook(s) .................................................... 7:13
Install the rotating knife segments and the rotating
feed hook(s) .................................................... 7:14
Remove the fixed knives and the scrapers...... 7:15
Install the fixed knives and the scrapers ......... 7:15
General rules, Grind the knives ...................... 7:16
Grind the rotating knife segments................... 7:16
Grind the fixed knives .................................... 7:17
Grind the scrapers ........................................... 7:17
Fault tracing ............................................................. 7:18

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8. SERVICE REPORT
Service actions, Once every day................................ 8:1
Service actions, Once every week ............................. 8:2
Service actions, Once every month........................... 8:3
Service actions, Once every 6th month .................... 8:3
Other remarks ............................................................ 8:4
9. SPARE PARTS
General rules, Spare parts ........................................ 9:1
Overview ........................................................... 9:1
Designations in the spare part catalogue ......... 9:1
Hopper ....................................................................... 9:2
Masher ....................................................................... 9:9
Cutter housing ........................................................ 9:21
Rotor ........................................................................ 9:25
Knives ...................................................................... 9:26
Granule bin ............................................................. 9:29
Transmission ........................................................... 9:31
Body ........................................................................ 9:34
Safety ....................................................................... 9:36

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SAFETY
UGG050-0517S Series
1. SAFETY RULES
General rules, Safety
Conair designs granulators, shredders, guillotines and accessory equipment for processing injection moulded, blow
moulded or extruded plastics. The machines are designed and adapted to the type of plastic residue that the customer
has specified before order.
The machines are manufactured in accordance to the state of the art and legal safety regulations, guidelines and stand-
ards, which demand a very low safety risk. However, if the machines are incorrectly operated, unexpected dangers can
arise. Therefore, it is very important that all instructions are carefully observed and attended to. All users must study the
instruction manual before installing, operating or maintaining the machine. In event of any questions, please contact
Conair service at 1-800-458-1960.
Danger! DO NOT feed the machine with explosive material or material contaminated with explosive or
easily ignited substances. It is not permissible to feed the machine with wood products, household or
garden waste, pharmaceutical products or substances which present a health danger, unless a written
approval has been obtained from Conair. If any materials are processed that are not contractually agreed
upon, Conair is absolved of any liability and guarantee for safety and functioning of the machine.
Danger! No modifications or alterations to Conair’s products are permitted unless written approval has
been obtained from Conair. This is to prevent injury, to maintain the warranty, and to guarantee that
Conair can fully assume product liability. If any modifications are made, Conair is absolved of any liability
and guarantee for safety and functioning of the machine.
Symbols on the machine
Danger! Risk of cutting or pinch injuries! This symbol is placed anywhere there is a risk of cutting or pinch
injuries.
Danger! Dangerous voltage! This symbol is placed on electrical cabinet hatches and on any junction boxes.
Request! All users must study the instruction manual before installing, operating or maintaining the machine.
Symbols in the instruction manual
Danger! Personal injury! This symbol is used to indicate risk of personal injury. The symbol inside the triangle
may have different appearances, depending on the type of danger.
Danger! Machinery damage! This symbol is used to indicate risk of machinery damage.
Information! This symbol is used to highlight useful information.

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SAFETY
UGG050-0517S Series
1. SAFETY RULES
Safety rules, during installation
• The machine must be installed by authorized, trained personnel.
• The instruction manual must be carefully observed to avoid personal injury and machinery damage.
• The machine must be installed and connected to other equipment so that the entire installation complies with the
stipulations of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
Risk of machinery damage
• If incorrect material is fed into the machine.
• If the plastic damper between the transmission couplings is worn.
• If the knives’ tightening screws are tightened with incorrect tightening torque.
• If the knife clearance is wrong.
• If the knives are worn.
• If the scrapers are worn.
• If the instructions in the instruction manual are not followed accurately.

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SAFETY
UGG050-0517S Series
1. SAFETY RULES
Safety rules, During start and operation
• The instruction manual must be carefully observed to avoid personal injury and machinery damage.
• National environmental and employee safety regulations must be followed.
• The machine must be installed in accordance with this instruction manual.
• All covers must be installed.
• All hatches to electrical cabinet, transmission and pneumatics (if supplied) must be closed and locked.
The key must be kept by the personnel responsible for the machine’s service and safety.
• The granule bin must be closed.
• The hopper must be closed.
• The funnel must be installed.
• All safety switches must be installed.
• All star knobs must be screwed in until they stop moving.
• All outer safety equipment such as protective screens, bars, covers, plates, nets etc must be installed.
• Body with casters: The casters must be locked.
• Be very careful. The machine contains knives. Risk of cutting or pinch injuries!
• Never place any part of your body into any opening. Risk of cutting or pinch injuries!
• Use ear defenders. Risk of loud, damaging noise!
• Use protective goggles. Risk of granulate splashing!
• Do not tread on the machine.

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SAFETY
UGG050-0517S Series
1. SAFETY RULES
Safety rules, During service
• The instruction manual must be carefully observed to avoid personal injury and machinery damage.
• National environmental and employee safety regulations must be followed.
• First aid and eye shower must be within reach.
• Daily service and daily checks may be done by the operator. All other service and inspections must be done by author-
ized, trained personnel.
• Always work alone when service actions is performed.
• Use protective goggles and gloves.
• The machine must be stopped.
• The machine must be disconnected from the mains before electrical repairs or electrical installing is began.
• Granulator with electrical cabinet “Basic”: The machine’s emergency stop must be locked with a padlock. Never
insert any part of your body into any opening, unless the emergency stop is locked with a padlock.
• Granulator with electrical cabinet “Extended” or “Advanced”: The machine’s main switch must be locked in position
“0”. Never insert any part of your body into any opening, unless the main switch is locked in position “0”.
• Be very careful – When opening and closing the machine. Risk of cutting or pinch injuries! When the cutter housing’s
upper frame is opened, it must be manually locked by a piece of wood.
• Be very careful – When the machine is opened the knives are accessible. The knives are sharp, and they may cause
personal injuries even when they are not rotating. Risk of cutting or pinch injuries!
• Be very careful – When pulling the rotor or the rotor pulley manually. Risk of cutting or pinch injuries!
• Be very careful – When cleaning. Granulate and plastic residue can make the floor slippery.
• Be very careful – When working on high level. Only use specially installed and fastened steps, stairs and platforms. It
is not permissible to remove any outer safety equipment such as protective screens, bars, nets etc.
• After service / check is done all covers must be reinstalled. All hatches to electrical cabinet, transmission and pneu-
matics (if supplied) must be closed and locked. The key must be kept by the personnel responsible for the machine’s
service and safety.