Martin PIT VIPER User manual

MARTIN®PIT VIPER™
Pre-Cleaner
Installation instructions
M3735UK

© Martin Engineering GmbH M3735UK-09/15

© Martin Engineering GmbH 1 M3735UK-09/15
Table of contents
1 Table of contents
1 Table of contents ......................................................... 1
2 Introduction .................................................................. 3
2.1 About these installation instructions .............................. 3
2.1.1 Scope ............................................................................ 3
2.1.2 Copyright ....................................................................... 3
2.1.3 Exclusion of liability ....................................................... 3
2.1.4 Reference to additional documents ............................... 4
2.1.5 Classification of the hazards.......................................... 5
2.2 Intended usage.............................................................. 6
2.2.1 Conveyor systems with open transfer systems ............. 6
2.2.2 Usage in explosion-protected areas .............................. 6
2.2.3 Restrictions on the use of the product ........................... 6
2.3 Occupational safety ....................................................... 7
2.3.1 Safety information, occupational safety ......................... 7
2.3.2 Duties of the owner-operator......................................... 8
2.3.3 Authorised personnel ..................................................... 8
3 Description of the product .......................................... 9
3.1 Design and function....................................................... 9
3.2 Tensioners..................................................................... 9
3.3 Type clarification.......................................................... 10
4 Preparing for the installation .................................... 11
4.1 Before the installation .................................................. 11
4.1.1 Required materials and tools ....................................... 11
4.1.2 Preparatory measures ................................................. 11
5 Installation .................................................................. 13
5.1 Safety information........................................................ 13
5.2 Installation process...................................................... 14
5.2.1 Determination of the installation position..................... 15
5.2.2 Installing the tensioner ................................................. 16
5.2.3 Installing the pre-cleaner ............................................. 17
5.2.4 Centring the blade ....................................................... 19
5.2.5 Aligning the mainframe in parallel to the head pulley .. 19
5.2.6 Aligning the mainframe in parallel to the
head pulley frame ........................................................ 20
5.2.7 Tightening the pre-cleaner ........................................... 20
5.3 Operation with loading................................................. 21
5.4 Placement of the warning labels and warning trailers . 23
6 Maintenance ............................................................... 24
6.1 Safety information........................................................ 24
6.2 Weekly maintenance ................................................... 24
6.3 Replacing the blades................................................... 27
7 Troubleshooting ........................................................ 30
7.1 Safety information........................................................ 30
7.2 Troubleshooting........................................................... 30
8 Storage, de-installation, disposal ............................ 32
8.1 Packing and transportation.......................................... 32

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8.2 Storage......................................................................... 32
8.3 De-installation .............................................................. 32
8.4 Disposal ....................................................................... 32
9 Part numbers ..............................................................33
9.1 Explanation of part numbers ........................................ 33
9.2 Inline-Reversing tensioner ........................................... 34
9.3 Martin®Inspection Doors.............................................. 34
9.4 Installation manuals ..................................................... 34
9.5 Accessories.................................................................. 34
9.6 Warning labels / Warning trailers ................................. 34
9.7 MARTIN®PIT VIPER™ Pre-Cleaner ........................... 35
10 Declaration of incorporation .....................................38

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Introduction
2 Introduction
2.1 About these installation instructions
Non-compliance with these installation instructions can result in loss
of compensation for damage and/or warranty claims.
2.1.1 Scope
These installation instructions apply solely for the product described
herein and are intended for those persons who install this product,
commission it, and monitor its usage.
2.1.2 Copyright
The products described and these installation instructions are
protected by copyright. Any reproduction without a license will be
prosecuted. All rights to the present document are reserved,
including its reproduction and/or copying in any conceivable
manner. Reprints of this document require the written consent of
Martin Engineering.
The technical standard at the time of delivery of the product and its
technical documentation is decisive for as long as no other
information is provided. The product and documentation are subject
to technical changes without prior notification. Earlier documents
then lose their validity. Martin Engineering's General Terms of Sales
and Delivery shall apply.
2.1.3 Exclusion of liability
Martin Engineering guarantees the flawless function of its product in
accordance with its advertising, the published product information,
and its technical documentation. Martin Engineering shall assume
no liability for efficiency and flawless function if the product is used
for a purpose other than that described in the “Intended Use” section
or for damage resulting from the use of accessories and/or spare
parts which were not supplied and/or certified by Martin
Engineering.