Mace SHIFTA User manual

Operators manual
Shifta 400mm
3m 4m 5m 6m
MANUFACTURERS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS MCE-SHIFTA-21-A1.1

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Table of Contents
CONTENTS...........................................................................................................................................................................2
IMPORTANT ........................................................................................................................................................................3
SAFETY RULES..................................................................................................................................................................4
ELECTROCUTION HAZARD .........................................................................................................................................5
Explosion and Fire Hazards ...................................................................................................................................5
SETUP HAZARD.................................................................................................................................................................6
FALL HAZARD ....................................................................................................................................................................7
Bodily Injury Hazard...................................................................................................................................................7
Damaged Machine Hazard......................................................................................................................................8
COMPONENT DAMAGE HAZARD ..............................................................................................................................8
LEGEND.................................................................................................................................................................................9
CONTROLS.........................................................................................................................................................................10
PRE-OPERATION INSPECTION ................................................................................................................................11
Fundamentals..............................................................................................................................................................12
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................................................................14
Observe and Obey.....................................................................................................................................................14
Maintenance symbols legend .............................................................................................................................14
Check main belt tension and tracking:..........................................................................................................15
Check wheel brakes ................................................................................................................................................16
Check belt roller condition...................................................................................................................................16
Scheduled Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................17
FUNCTION TESTS ..........................................................................................................................................................18
Function Test Tasks ................................................................................................................................................20
WORKPLACE INSPECTION ........................................................................................................................................22
Fundamentals..............................................................................................................................................................23
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....................................................................................................................................24
Fundamentals..............................................................................................................................................................25
TRANSPORT INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................................26
SPECIFICATIONS............................................................................................................................................................26
CONTENTS

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Important
Read, understand and obey these safety rules and operating instructions
before operating this machine.
Only trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to operate this
machine. This manual should be considered a permanent part of your
machine and should remain with the machine at all times. If you have any
questions, please call Mace Industries.
Contact us
Mace Industries Limited
Units 1-3 Macadam Road
Earlstrees Industrial Estate
Corby
NN17 4JN
Web: www.maceindustries.co.uk
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
IMPORTANT

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Danger
Failure to obey the instructions and safety rules in this
manual will result in death or serious injury.
Do Not Operate Unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this
operator's manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
Know and understand the safety rules before going on to the next section.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
You read, understand and obey:
Manufacturer's instructions and safety rules—safety and operator's manuals and
machine decals employer's safety rules and worksite regulations applicable to
governmental regulations.
SAFETY RULES

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Electrocution Hazards
This machine is not electrically insulated and will not provide protection from
contact with or proximity to electrical current.
Do not operate the machine during lightning or storms.
Do not use the machine as a ground for welding.
Ensure safe routing of power cable to minimise risk of electrocution.
Explosion and Fire Hazards
Do not operate the machine in hazardous locations or locations where
potentially flammable or explosive gases or particles may be present.
ELECTROCUTION
HAZARD

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Setup Hazards
Check work area for overhead obstructions or other possible hazards.
Do not use the machine whilst under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Ensure machine is securely fastened at the top and brakes are on before use.
Do not alter or disable machine components that in any way affect safety and
stability.
Do not replace items critical to machine stability with items of different weight or
specification.
Be aware of ground surface prior to installation.
Do not use the machine on a moving or mobile surface or vehicle.
Ensure all tyres are in good condition and cotter pins are properly installed.
Do not ride on machine.
Do not alter or disable limit switches or remote handset.
Do not operate the machine in strong or gusty winds.
SETUP HAZARD

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Fall Hazards
Always erect a safety barrier to prevent access through underside of machine.
Failure to do so could result in serious injury.
Do not lean over machine while belt is moving.
Do not ride on machine.
Bodily Injury Hazard
Use common sense and planning when installing and operating the machine.
Keep hands and limbs away from moving belt.
Always wear correct PPE.
FALL HAZARD

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Component Damage Hazards
When using a generator, ensure it is fitted with a voltage regulator before use.
Do not over load the machine 200kg MAX belt load.
Do not use machine as a ground for welding.
Damaged Machine Hazard
Do not use a damaged or malfunctioning machine.
Conduct a thorough pre-operation inspection of the machine and test all functions
before each work shift. Immediately tag and remove from service a damaged or
malfunctioning machine.
Be sure all maintenance has been performed as specified in this manual and the
appropriate Mace Industries service manual.
Be sure all decals are in place and legible
COMPONENT
DAMAGE HAZARD

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1: Comms link INPUT
9: Adjuster pivot bolt
2: Power INPUT
10: Conveyor trestle
3: Bogey locking pin
11: Forklift holes
4: Emergency stop
12: Forward/ Stop/ Link/ Voltage indicator
5: Forward/ Stop/ Reverse/ Twin Speed
13: Operator manual QR Code
6: Comms link OUTPUT
14: Wheels
7: Power OUTPUT
15: Drive drum
8: Top adjuster
16: Hopper
LEGEND

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CONTROLS

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Do not operate unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this
operator's manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform a pre-operation inspection.
Know and understand the pre-operation inspection before going on to the next
section.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
PRE-OPERATION
INSPECTION

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Fundamentals
It is the responsibility of the operator to perform a pre-operation inspection and
routine maintenance.
The pre-operation inspection is a visual inspection performed by the operator prior
to each work shift.
The inspection is designed to discover if anything is apparently wrong with a
machine before the operator performs the function tests.
The pre-operation inspection also serves to determine if routine maintenance
procedures are required. Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual
may be performed by the operator.
Refer to the list on the next page and check each of the items and locations for
modifications, damage or loose or missing parts.
A damaged or modified machine must never be used. If damage or any variation
from factory delivered condition is discovered, the machine must be tagged and
removed from service.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a qualified service technician,
according to the manufacturer's specifications. After repairs are completed, the
operator must perform a pre-operation inspection again before going on to the
function tests.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be performed by qualified service
technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications.

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Pre-Operation Inspection tasks
Be sure that all decals are legible and in place. See Decals section.
Be sure the main belt is properly tensioned and in good condition.
Be sure the correct accessories are present. See parts list.
Check the following components or areas for
damage, modifications and improperly installed or missing parts:
oElectrical components
oWiring
oPower sockets
oLinking sockets
oBelt rollers
oDrive motor
oTyres and wheels
oBrakes
oPower on lights
oNuts, bolts and other fasteners
Check entire machine for:
oCracks in welds or structural components
oDents or damage to the machine
oBe sure that all structural and other critical components are present and
all associated fasteners and pins are in place and properly tightened.

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Observe and Obey
Only routine maintenance items specified in this manual shall be performed by
the operator.
Scheduled maintenance inspections shall be completed by qualified service
technicians, according to the manufacturer's specifications and the requirements
specified in the responsibility’s manual.
Maintenance symbols legend
The following symbols have been used in this manual to help communicate the
intent of the instructions. When one or more of the symbols appear at the
beginning of a maintenance procedure, it conveys the meaning below.
Indicates tools will be needed to carry out this operation.
MAINTENANCE

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Check main belt tension and tracking:
Maintaining the proper belt tension is essential to good machine performance and
service life. Operating the machine with an improper belt tension can damage
machine components.
Check belt tension whilst power is off.
1. The main belt will only need to be tensioned if it is slipping under load.
2. At the head of machine. Loosen the left M12 thru bolt holding the return
roller.
3. Once the M12 thru bolt is loosened, use a 17mm socket or spanner to turn
the M10 tensioning bolt. Rotate two full turns. Then retighten the M12 thru
bolt.
4. Repeat step 3 to the right side.
5. Turn on conveyor and run belt forwards.
6. Observe the belt tracking.
7. If the belt is drifting to the right, loosen the right hand M12 thru bolt and
turn the M10 tensioning bolt clockwise. Rotate two full turns. Then
retighten the M12 thru bolt.
8. Repeat left or right as needed.
9. Tighten all bolts and check.

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Check wheel brakes
Maintaining the brakes is an essential aspect of machine maintenance. Whilst
erecting a machine the operator depends on the brakes functioning.
Check brake function whilst machine is flat on the ground.
1. Move the brake arm back and forth to its extent of travel. Ensure it moves
freely.
oIf brake won’t move or is stiff grease and retry.
2. Ensure wheel cannot be moved whilst brake is operated.
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Check belt roller condition
Ensuring no muck or debris is built up on or around the rollers is essential to
ensure good performance and service life.
Check belt rollers whilst power is off.
1. Lift belt at base and top of machine.
2. Inspect the condition of steel pitching rollers.
3. Move along the machine checking the rollers are free moving and free
of debris or build up.
4. If a roller is seized, replace straight away as this can damage the belt
and cause tracking issues.
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Scheduled Maintenance
Maintenance performed quarterly and annually must be completed by a person
trained and qualified to perform maintenance on this machine according to the
procedures found in the service manual for this machine.
Machines that have been out of service for more than three months must receive
the quarterly inspection before they are put back into service.
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Do not operate unless:
You learn and practice the principles of safe machine operation contained in this
operator's manual.
1 Avoid hazardous situations.
2 Always perform function tests prior to operation.
Know and understand the function tests before going on to the next
section.
3 Always perform function tests prior to use.
4 Inspect the workplace.
5 Only use the machine as it was intended.
FUNCTION TESTS

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Fundamentals
The function tests are designed to discover any malfunctions before the machine
is put into service.
The operator must follow the step-by-step instructions to test all machine
functions.
A malfunctioning machine must never be used. If malfunctions are discovered,
the machine must be tagged and removed from service.
Repairs to the machine may only be made by a qualified service technician,
according to the manufacturer's specifications.
After repairs are completed, the operator must perform a pre-operation
inspection and function tests again before putting the machine into service.

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Function Test Tasks
1. Select a test area that is firm level and free of obstruction.
2. Plug power into power input socket.
oObserve the centre red button on control box. This button should be
illuminated.
oThe voltage indicator on the left-hand side of the conveyor will display
the input voltage.
At the controls:
3. Press the emergency stop button on the right-hand side.
oThe centre red button should flash indicating a stop circuit function.
4. Press forward and reverse buttons.
oBelt should not move.
5. Release emergency stop by rotating it clockwise until it releases and clicks
out.
oRed light should return to being permanently illuminated.
6. Press the emergency stop button on the left-hand side.
oThe centre red button should flash indicating a stop circuit function.
7. Press forward and reverse buttons.
oBelt should not move.
8. Release emergency stop by rotating it clockwise until it releases and clicks
out.
oRed light should return to being permanently illuminated.