HERKULES HCR2 User manual

Part# 1002442-03
05/08/07
Model: HCR2
This manual contains important information concerning the
installation and operation of the crusher listed above.
Read manual thoroughly and keep for future reference
INSTRUCTIONS
Herkules Equipment Corporation 2760 Ridgeway Court Walled Lake, MI 48390-1662 USA
248-960-7100 800-444-4351 Fax [phone]
Patents USA 7070167 4793369, 4960142, 5174317, 5193561, 5485860 Canada 1299468 & Patents Pending
website: www.herkules.us Made in the USA e-mail: [e-mail]
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Table of Contents
Warnings …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3
Model Information (List of models with descriptions and data) ……………………………………………… 4
Installation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Inspection ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7
Repair …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7
Drawings with part lists: ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-8
Warning Symbol Caution Symbol
Serial Number
Model Number
Purchase Date
Distributor
CAUTION
WARNING
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of
serious injury or death if you do not follow
the instructions.
This symbol alerts you to the possibility of
damage to or destruction of equipment if you
do not follow the instructions.
This product has patent protection under
one or more of the following patent numbers:
7070167, 5485860, 5193561, 5174317
4960142, 4793369, 1299468
and Patents Pending
website: www.herkules.us 1002742
PATENT NUMBERS
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FAILURE TO HEED THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS MAY RESULT
IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
1 Herkules will not be held responsible for any personal injury and/or property damaged caused
due to owner/operator failure to follow the warnings and cautions listed in this manual.
2 Read and understand all warnings, cautions and instructions before operating this equipment.
3 It is the owner/operators responsibility to maintain the legibility of all warning and instruction labels.
4 Do not alter or modify any part of this equipment.
5 Do not attempt to bypass the door/latch interlock system. The door interlock is provided for operator safety.
6 DO NOT open the door while the unit is operating. Always wait for the crusher to cycle completely.
7 Crush only intended matter for the crusher.
8 Always wear safety glasses when operating the crusher.
9 Always wear suitable industrial gloves when handling crushed objects to prevent injury.
10 Check equipment regularly for proper operation and repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.
11 Any crusher that appears to be damaged in any way, is badly worn or operates abnormally shall be removed
from use until repairs are made. Use only manufacture's approved accessories and service parts.
Contact a factory authorized service center for repairs.
12 DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF DAMAGED.
WARNING
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Model Information
SPECIFICATIONS
Maximum crushing pressure 3.75 tons
Can capacity Four 1-gallon cans
Seven 1-quart cans
One 5-gallon can
Time to crush can 20 seconds
Overall width 16.5"
Overall height 43.25"
Overall depth 29"
Chamber width 14"
Chamber height 17.5"
Chamber depth 14"
Required air pressure 90-120 p.s.i.
Total weight 275 Ibs.
DESCRIPTION
Model HCR2 is a production crusher capable of crushing four 1-gallon cans or seven 1-quart cans or one 5-gallon can.
The crusher provides the following features:
•Powerful 3.75 ton cylinder crushing plate assures the force necessary to do the job when crushing up to
7 quart cans.
•Operates with external air. No electric power is required.
•Safe double lock door protects operator.
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OWNER/OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY
It is the owner/operator responsibility to properly use and maintain this equipment.
The instructions and warnings contained in this manual shall be read and understood by the owner/operator prior
to operating this equipment.
If an owner/operator does not understand English, the contents of this manual shall be explained in the owner/
operator native language to assure the owner/operator comprehends.
It is the owner/operator responsibility to maintain the legibility of all warning and Instruction labels.
The owner/operator shall retain this manual for future reference to important warnings, operating and maintenance
instructions.
INSTALLATION
See Figure (1). Install the crusher as follows.
A. The HCR2 should be set on a sturdy bench or table
strong enough to support its weight. We recommend
that the unit be lagged or bolted down.
B. Connect the supplied pressure
regulator/filter and oiler assembly to the 3/8"
valve located on the back of the crushing chamber.
C. Remove the bowl of the oiler and fill to 3/4 full with
30W non-detergent oil, replace bowl.
D. Set the oiler at about 1/3 of it's
maximum drip rate. Drip rate
should be lowered if oil is noticed
leaking from the cylinder.
E. Connect the external air supply to
the pressure regulator/filter.
Figure 1
Filter/Regulato
r
Control valve
Mounting holes
Oile
r
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INSPECTION
Prior to operation a visual Inspection shall be made. Check crusher for leaks, worn or missing parts.
Periodically check oil level in oiler.DO NOT RUN WITHOUT OIL.
Any crusher that appears to be damaged in any way, is badly worn or operates abnormally shall be removed
from use until repairs are made. Contact a factory authorized service center for repairs.
If over pressurizing of the equipment is believed to have occurred, contact a factory authorized service center for
inspection of the crusher.
An annual inspection by a factory authorized service center is recommended.
OPERATION
Turn the external air supply on.
Verify the pressure gauge on the pressure regulator/filter reads between 100 and 120 p.s.i. Adjust the regulator
as required.
NOTE:
If the external air supply is less than 100 p.s.i., the crusher will operate but the crushing performance is reduced.
Open door and place empty can(s) in center of chamber. See fig.2 for proper placement of cans in crusher.
Close the door and latch it firmly.
The pneumatic piston will descend to crush the can(s). At the end of the crushing cycle (approx. 20 seconds) open the
door to end the crushing cycle.
WARNING DISCLAIMER
The crushing mandrel may be still moving when the Remove all solvents from cans
door is opened. Wait until the mandrel stops before prior to crushing.
placing hand in chamber.
Once the crushing plate has stopped moving, remove the crushed cans from the crushing chamber.
WARNING
A crushed can may have jagged metal edges. Use
good industrial work gloves to protect the hands
when handling a crushed can.
IMPORTANT!! LEAVE THE DOOR AJAR WHEN NOT IN USE.
Figure 2
CORRECT INCORRECT
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Read and understand all warnings, cautions and instructions before operating this equipment. Caution should be used
when operating this equipment as personal injury and/or property damage can result from equipment misuse. Adequate
personal protection is recommended to prevent splashing of fluids on the skin or in the eyes.
MAINTENANCE
Regularly check the pressure filter/regulator moisture trap for water. Drain as required.
Periodically check oil level in oiler bowl. Fill with 30W non-detergent oil to 3/4 full when necessary.
DO NOT RUN WITHOUT OIL.
Regularly clean the crusher chamber to remove any accumulated sludge, metal particles or any other debris that
could affect the crusher operation.
Apply grease to door hinges on a regular basis to prevent the door from binding.
Apply motor oil to door latch pivot points on a regular basis to prevent latch from binding.
REPAI
R
No service parts are available for this can crusher. Special tools and procedures are required for repair. If
repair is required, contact Herkules Equipment Corporation Customer Service, (800-444-4351) for your nearest authorized
service center.
AIR SCHEMATIC/SERVICE PART
S
Valve
#10060
Valve
#10288
Regulator
#008-236
Oiler
#T18
Cylinde
r
#008-604
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SERVICE PARTS
Crusher Chamber
#12036
Cylinde
r
#008-604
Ram Plate
#10055
Pilot Valve
#10060
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