Expleco GLAFS MAXI User manual

BOTTLE CRUSHER
Model : GLAFS MAXI
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT!
PRIOR TO OPERATION ALL USERS MUST READ THE
ENTIRE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Expleco Ltd has an ongoing development programme and the product
pictured may differ slightly in appearance.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

2
WARNING
BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT PLEASE READ THE
FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, TO AVOID
PERSONAL INJURY. IT IS IMPORTANT TO UNDERSTAND
THE APPLICATIONS, LIMITATIONS AND POTENTIAL
HAZARDS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS PRODUCT.
1. This machine is designed to crush glass bottles or glass cullet ONLY
2. Do not use the GLAFS MAXI for any other use.
3. The machine is not intended for use by young or infirm persons.
4. Children or visitors should be kept well away from the machine and
should not be permitted to handle the machine or power cord.
5. The machine is designed for interior use. Do not use the machine in wet
conditions.
6. Do not use the machine near flammable liquids or gases.
7. The power supply cable should be checked and certified at 6 monthly
intervals by a registered electrician.
8. The power supply must be capable of delivering 3phase 380,415 or 440
volts 50/60hz 63A to suit country of application. Extension cords must not
be used unless they are heavy duty cords that are rated for the current
load.
9. Protective eyewear and ear protection is recommended to be worn.

3
10.If handling broken bottles protective gloves must be worn.
11.Before starting the machine check the sand level in 1m3 bag.
12.Do not use the machine if dust is emitting from the filter or inlet. This is an
indication that the filter needs cleaning or bag needs emptying.
13.In the rare occurrence of a bottle jamming protective gloves must be worn
prior to opening the chute and removing the jammed glass.
14.The main crusher housing is a designated LOCK OUT area. It is protected
by an interlock however being a lock out area it must be incorporated in a
Safety Operating Procedure to restrict access until the power supply is
locked and tagged out in accordance with this procedure. Never service
the machine, change components, or open the chute unless the Lock Out
Procedure has been followed and power supply HAS BEEN REMOVED
FROM THE WALL SOCKET.
FOPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Ensure that machine is plugged into a 3phase 380,415 or 460/480 volts
50/60hz 63A to suit country of application
2. Bag must be sitting on Heavy Wooden Pallet to allow removal with forklift.
Check level of sand in 1m3 bag. Bag must never be overfilled. The bag should
be changed when it is ¾ full – it will weigh approx. 1500kg. fig 1.
fig 1

4
3. For Heavy industrial Applications we recommend use of a Forklift Tipping Bin
with Expleco Approved Dust cover. Fig 2
fig 2
4. When installing bag or forklift tipping bin ensure that the strap is securely fitted
to the output chute to prevent dust escaping and ensure that the bag is sitting
evenly on a pallet with the 4 hooks secured to ensure that the bag fills evenly.
The bag hooks should firmly hold the loops and can be adjusted by tightening
on bag cleats.
5. Fit appropriate PSE equipment – Safety Glasses, Earmuffs and leather gloves.
6. IMPORTANT! Ensure that a waste bin is located opposite the control station to
enable non bottle debris to be removed from the conveyor feed.
7. Ensure that Main Conveyor, Feed Conveyor and Crusher Speeds are properly
configured as per the table below. Please note the settings are indicative and
dependent on bottle type. The operator must adjust speeds dependent on
machine loading. Configure so that Main Crusher Current does not exceed 35-
38 Amps.
Frequency Settings for Product Output
PROCEEDURE
MAIN MOTOR Hz
FEED
CONVEYOR Hz
MAIN
CONVEYOR Hz
Bottle to SAND
50 Hz
10-15 Hz
25-30 Hz
Bottle to CULLET
25 Hz
10-15Hz
25-30Hz
Cullet to SAND
50 Hz
10 Hz
20Hz

5
8. Turn crusher on using the Green Crusher start button. Fig 4. Then turn on the
Main conveyer followed by Feed Conveyor using the relevant Green Conveyor
start buttons. The operator MUST remain on the platform to observe and
remove any non-bottle waste.
9. The conveyors can be stopped and started using the Conveyor Red and Green
buttons. ALWAYS stop Feed conveyor first. All plastic bottles, Aluminium cans,
bottle openers, and any metal or rock or dense non bottle product MUST be
removed from the conveyor. Failure to do so can cause severe damage to the
machine.
10.To shut down the machine turn Feed conveyor Off and then Main Conveyor Off
using the red conveyor stop buttons and then allow crusher to continue
running for 20 seconds and then turn crusher off using red Crusher button.
11.Some machines may have an optional foot switch installed to stop and start
both conveyors simultaneously.
12.EMERGENCY STOP – Only use the emergency stop for an emergency.
If the emergency stop is used to shut the machine down in normal operation it
will turn off the crusher and conveyer together and the crusher will shut down
while there is glass in the crushing process. This will probably require clearing
before the machine can restart.
The Waste Tray located at base of conveyor, must be continually monitored and
emptied as required. Failure to do so will damage cleats on the conveyor. The
waste can be tipped onto the conveyor and crushed as needed.
fig 4