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Thank you for having purchased the Mark 50 Bagger from AMF.
At AMF, we only use top-of-the-line materials and components to build our equipment.
All our products are designed and built under OSHA standards, and we are constantly
innovating to offer you an improved product that better meets your needs. This
ensures you of exceptional performance from your for many years to come.
Please read this entire Instruction Manual before using your Mark 50 Bagger for the
first time, as it contains important information regarding safety, operation, maintenance
and replacement parts on your machine.
Once you are familiar with the proper operating and maintenance procedures, you will
obtain maximum performance from your Mark 50 Bagger.
For any other information, do not hesitate to contact your AMF representative or call us
at our Sherbrooke plant: (819) 563-3111 or (800) 255-3869 (Quebec, Ontario, U.S.A.).
The owner of the Mark 50 Bagger must see that the user(s) or employee(s) read(s) this
Manual before using the machine.
It is the user’s responsibility to read and understand ALL of the machine’s operating
instructions and safety precautions.
Persons who have not familiarized themselves with these operating and safety precautions are
not qualified to operate the Mark 50 Bagger.
Never modify this equipment. Unauthorized modification may jeopardize the operation and/or
safety of the machine and affect its durability.
1. Familiarize yourself with this Instruction Manual and all safety instructions before using,
servicing or adjusting the Mark 50 Bagger.
It is important that all personnel who will be operating or maintaining the machine
participate in training sessions given by an AMF Bakery Systems service
representative during installation.
Electrical interlocks and locking latches are installed on guards and panels to protect
the production operator from hazards. These interlocks stop operation if a guard or
panel is opened or removed. Do not remove, tamper with or modify these interlocks at
any time. Inoperable interlocks could result in death, personal injury or damage to the
machine.
Safety features have been designed into the machine and hazardous areas marked.
Please have all personnel read and understand this manual prior to operating,
maintaining, or servicing this machine.
Throughout this manual, you’ll see safety messages that identify potential hazards.
These messages warn of situations that could be hazardous.
Danger Symbol
Warning Symbol
Notations
Notes indicate a situation, which may cause damage to the machine. The color blue
identifies notes.
Many accidents can be prevented by knowing about and practicing safety. Prevent
hazards by reading the safety warnings in this manual and alert others.
Lock off and tag the main power switch before maintenance or
service.
Keep fingers, feet, hair and loose clothing away from moving
parts.
Equipment described in this manual has been carefully designed and manufactured to
our high quality standards. Special attention has been devoted to convenience of
operation while simultaneously providing effective hazard protection for operating
personnel.
Any piece of machinery can become dangerous to personnel when improperly operated
or poorly maintained. Our service personnel are highly skilled and competent in
operation and maintenance of our equipment, which is installed under their supervision.
A major portion of installation supervision time is devoted to instruction and training of
your personnel in the operation and maintenance of this equipment. It is incumbent
upon you that all personnel who will be expected to operate or maintain this equipment
participate in these training and instruction sessions.
Electrical interlocks are located on machines so that the machine will not operate when
interlocked guards or panels are removed or opened. In fact, an inoperable interlock
can be more hazardous than no interlock because operators become dependent upon
interlocks stopping a machine when guards or access doors so equipped are opened
or removed. Subsequent immobilization of such interlocks can thus increase—rather
than decrease—hazardous exposure.
The most effective hazard protection for your employees is a rigidly enforced safety
program, which includes effective training in safe operating methods. Supplementary
methods of improved hazard protection, such as electrical interlocks, are useful to the
extent that they are rigidly maintained in an operable condition. Our service
department can assist you with your training and maintenance programs.
Note: ANSI Z50.1-1988 “Safety Requirements of this standard apply to the design,
construction, installation, safe operation and maintenance of bakery machinery
and equipment.”
When installing AMF equipment for production purposes, caution should be taken not
to create pinch and shear points at the in feed and discharge parts of the machine.
Proper clearances should be allowed when matching up AMF equipment with
conveyors, feeding, and take-away equipment.
Never begin cleaning the machine while the machine is operating and until the main
power panel switch has been deactivated. Move the hand to the “OFF” position. (See
“Daily Sanitation”)
Purpose
This procedure establishes the minimum requirements for lockout of energy sources
that could cause injury to personnel. All employees must comply with the procedure.
Responsibility
The responsibility for seeing that this procedure is followed is binding upon all
employees. All employees will be instructed in the importance of safety in the lockout
procedure by (designate individual). Each new or transferred affected employee will be
taught the purpose and use of the lockout procedure by (designate individuals).
Preparation
Note: All equipment will be locked out to protect against accidental or inadvertent
operation when such operation could cause injury to personnel. Do not attempt
to operate any switch, valve or other energy isolating device bearing a lock.
Shut down operating equipment using the normal stopping procedure (depress stop
button, open toggle switch, etc.).
Operate the switch, valve or other energy isolating device so that the energy
source(s) (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, etc.) is disconnected or isolated from
the equipment. Stored energy, such as that in capacitors, springs, elevated
machine members, rotating flywheels, hydraulic systems and air, gas, steam or
water pressure, etc., must also be dissipated or restrained by methods such as
grounding, repositioning, blocking, etc.
When finished and equipment is ready for testing or service, make sure no one in
equipment area is exposed.
When equipment is clear, remove all locks. You may restore energy to equipment.
In the preceding steps, if more than one individual is required to lock out equipment,
each person will place his own personal lock on the energy isolating device(s). One
designated individual of a work crew or a supervisor, with the knowledge of the crew,
can lock out equipment for the whole crew. In such cases, it will be the responsibility of
the individual to carry out all steps of the lockout procedure and inform the crew when it
is safe to work on the equipment. The designated individual will not remove a crew
lock until it has been verified that all individuals are clear.
Safety decals identify specific hazards and general safety. Keep them clean and
legible. Never remove a safety decal from the machine. When replacing a part that
has a safety decal, make sure you replace the decal also. For replacement decals, call
your AMF parts representative.
Install the Mark 50 Bagger into its approximate position and attach the infeed conveyor,
the infeed conveyor drive, and if required, the pick-off table. Connect the slicer
discharge conveyor to the assembly depending upon the particular hook-up used.
Connect the electrical service to the disconnect switch in the main control panel
(standard: 230 Volts, 60 Hertz, 3 Phases - 15 Amps required). Check direction of
rotation of the 1½ HP motor which should be clockwise while facing the variable speed
pulley.
Connect the air service (60 psi required) to the filter mounted below the infeed
conveyor.
Assemble your closure device to the Mark 50 Bagger per assembly instructions
included with the unit.
OPERATION
The following points should be adhered to for proper operation and efficient product
change over.
1. MACHINE SPEED
The speed of the entire bagging operation is controlled from one source: the control
handle for the adjustable motor base (optional AC inverter). Machine adjustment
must be made only while the machine is running.
2. SCOOPS
Scoops are easily removed and replaced requiring only the removal of one hex nut
each. Sometimes when changing scoop size, product size, and/or bag size, it will
become necessary to make trim adjustments for top scoop travel and bag tension.
3. MAGAZINES
When changing bag sizes it may be necessary to adjust the bag side guide, the
centering of bag with scoop centerline, and occasionally, spring pre-load. The dual
wicket holder is designed so that, as bags are depleted in one magazine, it is possible
to shift a full magazine into its operating position so that there is no down time required.
The magazine stop should be adjusted so that a “solid pull” is achieved when the
second magazine is shifted into its correct operating position.
With experience, operators can become very efficient in this area, however they should
exercise extreme care when shifting bag magazines.
The nylon guide rods mounted on the discharge end of the infeed conveyor side guides
should be adjusted as close to the scoops as possible and tilted down slightly. This will
prevent “Heel” loss during transfer into the scoops.
The guide on the discharge conveyor should be adjusted so that it tends to “plow” the
product only slightly toward the closure unit side of the conveyor. Care should be
exercised so that the product does not touch this guide as it reaches the conveyor.
5. “JAM” PROTECTION
An overload sprocket is mounted on the output shaft of the miter gearbox. This
sprocket is driven through another sprocket by means of a replaceable shear pin
(optional resetable overload). This pin will shear when a serious jam occurs in the
infeed conveyor or slicer drive. When the pin shears stop the machine and proceed as
follows:
Remove the shear pin retaining clip and remove the external piece of the pin by
grasping firmly with pliers. Jog or turn machine over by hand until 3/8” diameter
hole in hub lines up with internal piece of broken pin and knock out broken
piece with small diameter drift pin. Broken piece will fall out through large hole
in hub of compound sprocket. Jog or turn machine over by hand until 3/8”
diameter hole in hub lines up with 3/8” hole in compound sprocket and insert
new shear pin. Replace shear pin retaining clip and resume operation.
It is not necessary to remove chains to replace shear pin when the above
instructions are followed. If chains are removed, re-timing of the machine will be
required.
AMF assumes no responsibility regarding the suitability of the bags for their
intended application. To avoid costly errors, it is recommended that bag sizes be
carefully selected and initial orders kept to minimum quantities pending confirmation of
acceptable operation and finished package appearance.
WICKET
While the number of bags on a wicket can vary widely, it is preferable to wicket no
more than 500 bags at one time. This insures easier loading, avoids “lumping”
resulting from double and quadruple layers at different sections of the bags, and
minimizes loss should the wicket pull loose during shipping or handling. The film must
be free to slide up the wicket as bags are depleted. Special attention should be made
as to how the bags are loaded on the wicket. The Mark 50 magazine requires that the
bags be loaded in an upright position with the wicket “legs” pointing downward (see
Detail B, next page).
BAG SIZE
The correct size of the bags to be used should be obtained through close cooperation
with the supplier. However, some general rules which have resulted in acceptable
bags for a given product size are as follows:
BAG WIDTH (dimension “X”) Measure girth of product, ADD 1/2” and
DIVIDE by 2
BAG LENGTH (dimension “Y”) ADD the product length PLUS 2” to 1/2
product width PLUS 1/2 product height
To time the infeed conveyor with the Mark 50 Bagger, the scoop assembly should be
moved to its full forward position. Now set any one flight bar of the conveyor at a point
approximately one inch (1”) back from the forward end of the conveyor deck.
Adherence to this dimension is unnecessary as conditions in bakeries vary, however it
does provide a good initial setting.
Next install the long conveyor drive chain and secure all protective guards.
Now proceed to time the slicer discharge conveyor to the infeed conveyor so that
proper bread transfer is accomplished over the one loaf dead plate.
SCOOPS
The scoops should be set so that the bag pick-up ends of both scoops are parallel and
on the same centerline in their forward most position.
Scoops of the same size (i.e. 4-3/8” top scoop and 4-3/8” bottom scoop) will provide
proper operation in most instances. However, in some cases open top loaves will
require a top scoop which is larger than the bottom scoop (i.e. 4-7/8” top scoop and 4-
3/8” bottom scoop).
When a bakery has several different sets of scoops to meet their production
requirements, it is good practice to set the relationship of the top scoop to the top
scoop plate, in such a manner that when changing from one product size to another a
minimum amount of adjustment is required for proper bag tension. Normally sufficient
bag tension can be obtained by rotation of the bag tensioner device located on the top
scoop connecting rod (optional external scoop tensioner device).
BAG MAGAZINE
The centering device should be adjusted so that when a bag magazine is shifted into its
operating position, it is centered with the centerline of the bottom scoop.
It should be noted that another adjustment is possible: the distance between a full
wicket and the bottom scoop (usually 3/4”).
AIR SYSTEM
The air system on the Mark 50 Bagger is divided into 2 separate areas each of which
should be adjusted independent of the other.
During initial set-up, the bag inflation system requires close attention. A “Manual Air”
push-button is provided for set-up purposes so that the machine needs not be run while
these adjustments are made.
Components 2 and 3 are used to “round out” the bag once it has been opened by the
air block.
Air sources are controlled by needle valves located below the infeed conveyor.
Pressure is important for the air block while volume is the important consideration for
the manifold block and the secondary air jets.
The discharge conveyor flight chain should be timed so that the product drops just prior
to contact with any flight. Next proceed to time the closure unit to the discharge
conveyor with instructions contained therein.
BLOCKADE
The blockade operating rod should be adjusted so that the blockade plate, in its
forward most position is just slightly (1/8”) short of the plane of the infeed conveyor side
guide.
Never clean any part of the machine while the equipment is operating and until
the main power panel switch is lockout and tagged, especially under the
machine.
Death or severe personal injury could result from electrical shock or entanglement with
the machine. Electrical interlocks, guards and other safety devices are incorporated
into the design of the machine. The interlocks shut machine operation down when
certain guards and doors are opened while the machine is running. Do not remove or
override these interlocks at any time. Inoperable interlocks could result in death,
personal injury or damage to the machine.
Daily Sanitation
Open all doors and blow out crumbs from the inside of the machine using a low
pressure air soufflet.
MAINTENANCE
The Mark 50 Bagger has been designed to give many years of excellent service.
However, it is necessary to perform routine maintenance to keep the machine in top
working order and prevent undue wear.
DRIVE CHAINS
The discharge conveyor flight chain and all drive chains are equipped with spring
loaded idler sprockets which, under normal conditions, maintain proper chain tension.
These idlers will normally need no maintenance, however, they should be checked
periodically. In the event that a drive chain becomes too slack, the chain should be
replaced or shorten one-half link at a time until proper tension is achieved, or change
the spring.
GEAR BOXES
The miter gearbox and worm reducer were filled with oil at our plant and will not
normally need to be changed.
DRIVE AREA
It is important that foreign objects not be allowed to accumulate in the drive area of the
machine. A small screw or washer could cause considerable damage to vital machine
parts. Therefore, it is suggested that during routine maintenance of your machine, the
drive area should be checked and cleared of all foreign objects.
The flight chains of the infeed conveyor are not equipped with an automatic take-up
device. Consequently, the flight chains should be checked periodically and adjusted to
maintain proper tension. Proper tension is essential for product transfer.
AIR SYSTEM
The air filter should be drained daily and even more often if there is considerable water
in the plant’s air lines (water in the air system can cause unreliable bag inflation).
Lubrication of moving machine parts is vital for the life of your machine. The following
list cites areas of the machine which require lubrication. Although the machine may
run fine without lubrication, the need for it appears only when it is too late. In the areas
listed, any acceptable bearing grease may be used. All excessive oil and grease
should be removed from machine parts after lubrication.
SCOOP SHUTTLE
The wick feed oiler mounted on the scoop shuttle should be checked regularly and
half filled with SAE # 10 or # 20 weight oil (non detergent). Filling above this level will
result in an overflow and possible product contamination.
Both ends of the scoop driving rod should be greased every 150 to 200 hours of
operation. All pivot rod end bearings on the scoop drive mechanism should also be
greased on a bi-monthly basis.
CAM FOLLOWERS
BEARINGS
All bearings (pillow blocks, flanged cartridge units, etc.) located on the base plate,
discharge conveyor and infeed conveyor should be greased bi-monthly.
VARIABLE PULLEY
The gearing variable pitch pulley mounted on the motor shaft should be greased on a
monthly basis if near constant machine speed is used.
In the event that machine speed is changed often, then the pulley should be greased
bi-monthly.
Lightly oil (SAE # 10 or # 20 weight) all drive roller chains once a week.
DISCHARGE CHAIN
To prevent undue wear, the discharge conveyor flight chain should be cleaned weekly
and a very light amount of oil applied. Excessive oiling can result in package marking.
Motors on AMF’s equipment are of sufficient power to drive the unit to which they are
attached without excessive heating. If however, a motor does heat, it is advisable to
communicate with E.T.M.W. or with the nearest service office of the manufacturer of the
motor.
CLEANLINESS
Keep both the interior and exterior of motors and controls free from dirt, water and oil.
Motors operating in dirty or dusty places should be periodically disassembled and
thoroughly cleaned. Dry compressed air at moderate pressure, hand bellows, or
vacuum cleaner are recommended for cleaning machines, especially where dust is
constantly suspended in the air. Motors so located should be blown out every week to
prevent excessive accumulation on the windings.
When the motor feels too hot, check the actual temperature with a thermometer. Do
not depend upon the hand, as it is impossible to comfortably hold the hand on the
motor that is within the heating guarantee. The nameplate is stamped with the
temperature rise above the surrounding air (assumed at 40° C. or 104° F.) which the
motor will not exceed at its rated load. The motor will operate safely if maximum
observable temperature does not exceed 190° F. Motors with high temperature
insulation may go higher. See nameplate for approved temperature.
These are shipped without oil. Check oil level before starting and at weekly intervals
thereafter.
The oil reservoirs, one (1) located in each end shield, should be filled within 1/8” from
the top of the oil filler gauge, while the motor is not running. Use a high grade
petroleum oil corresponding to SAE # 20 for average indoor temperatures. Turbine oil,
rather than automotive oil is recommended by some motor manufacturers (see special
instructions for motors operating above normal temperatures).
Every six (6) months remove the drain plug to drain the oil which will flush out most of
the settled material with it, then refill. Whenever the motor is disassembled for general
cleaning or overhaul, wash out the bearings with a solvent such as carbon
tetrachloride.
The majority of ball bearing motors are grease lubricated. These are shipped with
adequate grease in the bearings for several months of continuous service. However,
this should be checked.
Too much grease will cause ball bearing trouble, just as too little will. Ball bearing
housings should be 1/4” to 1/2” full of grease, therefore, add it sparingly unless the
bearing is properly relieved; this calls for precaution with pressure guns.
Add flushing fluid through the greasing hole and run the motor for about
ten (10) minutes, then drain, and repeat until the liquid comes out clear.
Rinse, using light mineral oil if carbon tetrachloride was used, drain the
oil, and grease as usual.
Motors with prelubricated sealed bearings have no provision for greasing and do not
need additional grease (unless in unusual service) for two (2) years or longer, then
they must be opened and repacked according to the manufacturer’s recommendations.
SOLUTION 1: The air jets are improperly set for bag inflation.
SOLUTION 4: Bag magazine is adjusted so that bags are too high relative to
the bottom scoop.
SOLUTION 1: Infeed conveyor may have been put out of time due to an
increase in loaf length or width.
SOLUTION 2: Blockade set too far forward and protrudes into product path.
SOLUTION 1: Bag tension set too high so that bag is not completely pulled off
of scoops by each loaf.
Pneumatic
Components
Inspect and add lubrication to pneumatic lubricator where appli-
cable. D
Note: As applicable, where dry, non-lube, air devices are
incorporated, this should be disregarded.
Equipment
Overall
Verify all guards and safety switches are in proper posi-
tion and proper operating condition D
Inspect bearings and bushing components for wear. Grease as
applicable, using FDA-approved food-grade grease.a(Refer to
D D
the General Maintenance For Bearings of this document.)
Inspect fasteners, hinge and hinge pins for fatigue and repair or
replace as required and as applicable to the equipment.
✔
Inspect for broken or cracked drive and guide belts as relevant
and replace as required.
✔
a. Lubriplate (Food Grade Machinery Lubricant) - LO145-098 or equivalent typical. Refer also to applicable OEM information that pertains to your equipment components.
Setscrew and Bushing Cap- Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check setscrews or capscrews
screw check. ond inspection - 100 hours. Third for looseness. Retighten to man-
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- ufacturer’s recommended
odically thereafter. torque’s where necessary.
Chain Sag Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Typically, adjust chain sag on
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third slack side until it is equivalent to
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- approximately 2% of center dis-
odically thereafter. New chain tance.
will elongate considerably at
first.
Check for sprocket wear Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- If sprocket teeth have a hooked
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third appearance, replace with new
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- sprocket.
odically thereafter.
Check for alignment Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- If wear is apparent on either side
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third of sprocket there is misalign-
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- ment. Align Sprockets to correct.
odically thereafter. If over worn replace sprocket.
Setscrew and bushing cap- Initial inspection - 100 hours and Check setscrews or capscrews
screw check. once a year thereafter. for looseness. Retighten to man-
ufacturer’s recommended
torque’s where necessary.
Lubrication Initial inspection - 100 hours and Check for leakage initially and
once a year thereafter. lubricate once a year thereafter.
Alignment Initial inspection - 100 hours and Disassemble and check for
once a year thereafter. uneven wear patterns. Realign
shafts as required. Replace defec-
tive coupling components
Setscrew and bushing cap- Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check setscrews or capscrews
screw check. ond inspection - 100 hours. Third for looseness. Retighten to man-
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- ufacturer’s recommended
odically thereafter. torques where necessary.
Setscrew and bushing cap- Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check setscrews or capscrews
screw check. ond inspection - 100 hours. Third for looseness. Retighten to man-
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- ufacturer’s recommended
odically thereafter. torques where necessary.
Check Pulley Alignment Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- If there is evidence of severe
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third wear on pulley flanges and / or
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- belt edges, the drive is mis-
odically thereafter. aligned. Correct alignment to
prevent premature failure.
Check Belt Tension Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Adjust belt centers and / or ten-
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third sioners, to take up accumulated
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- slack. When the drive is opera-
odically thereafter. tional, the belt typically should
track in a straight line between
pulleys.
Note- Over-tension can cause damage to
belt and drive components.
Lubrication Typically, initial change after Drain used oil from box. Flush
first 100 hours. Change after box if oil has become contami-
2500 hours or 6 months thereaf- nated. Refill with new lubricant
ter. to proper levels as prescribed by
OEM.
Lubrication level inspection Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check oil level and add as neces-
ond inspection - 80 - 100 hours. sary as prescribed by OEM.
Third Inspection - 500 hours and Inspect for leakage if additional
periodically thereafter. oil is required.
Check Mounting Bolts Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check mounting bolts for tight-
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third ness, verify alignment and
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- retighten as necessary.
odically thereafter.
Setscrew and bushing cap- Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check setscrews or capscrews
screw check. ond inspection - 100 hours. Third for looseness. Retighten to man-
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- ufacturer’s recommended
odically thereafter. torques where necessary.
Locking Collars Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check eccentric collar tightness
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third on shaft. If loose, turn in the
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- direction of shaft rotation until
odically thereafter. hand tight, then tighten collar
setscrew to recommended
torque value.
Lubrication Initial inspection - 100 hours and Add grease slowly with drive in
once every 4 months to a year operation. When lubricant
thereafter, pending environment. begins to bead and come out of
Note: Should environment be of more seals, the bearing will contain
extreme conditions regarding operation the correct amount of grease.
speed, temperature, and general cleanli- Note: Verify with OEM information as
ness, it may be necessary to increase the some bearings seal damage is possible if
frequency. over greased.
Check Mounting Bolts Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check mounting bolts for tight-
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third ness, verify alignment and
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- retighten as necessary.
odically thereafter.
Inspect bearing alignment Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check bearing alignment should
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third bearing shifted since installation.
Inspection - 500 hours and peri-
odically thereafter.
Check for damaged seals. Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Inspect seals to verify that they
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third are not punctured or damaged
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- by foreign objects.
odically thereafter.
Check bearing temperature. Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check normal operating temper-
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third ature range and log these read-
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- ings for future comparison.
odically thereafter. Note: Typical bearing temperatures
should not exceed 200º F unless special
bearing and lubrication has been used.
Check for bearing noise. Initial inspection - 24 hours. Sec- Check bearing to have a soft
ond inspection - 100 hours. Third smooth purring sound. If noisy,
Inspection - 500 hours and peri- may indicate foreign matter in
odically thereafter. bearing or bearing degradation.
Verify lubrication level to be cor-
rect.
General Maintenance Guide for Electric Motors--AC, DC and Servo (As Applicable)
Lubrication Initial inspection - 100 hours and Check for leakage initially and
See also gear box maintenance guide once a year thereafter as lubricate once a year thereafter
required. or per OEM recommendation.
Clean, (Not required for Servo) Every 6 months or as required by Using moderate air pressure (25
environment. - 30 PSI), blow out dirt from
winding and wipe commutator
and brushes or slip rings.
Check Brushes and Commuta- Every 6 months or as required by Inspect brushes for wear, clean
tor (DC) environment. as necessary. Replace if more
than half worn. Inspect and
clean commutator. Clean with a
lint-free cloth and carbon tetra-
chloride or as recommended by
the OEM information.
Connector Inspection Initial inspection - 100 hours and Inspect and tighten all connec-
once a year thereafter. tions on motor and controller.
Current Check, (SCR and Every 6 months Check current draw and com-
Inverter Drives) pare with normal. Record these
in log for trends and future refer-
ence.
Check for vibration and mount- Every 6 months Retighten all mounting bolts as
ing bolt tensioning. required. Run motor and verify
it is running smoothly with little
or no vibration.
Keep Control Clean and Mois- Every 6 months or as required by Keep cabinet free from dust, oil,
ture Free environment. grease and moisture. Wipe exte-
rior of control clean with cloth.
Blow interior of control clean
with dry moderate air pressure
(25-30 PSI), if necessary.
Connector Inspection Initial inspection - 100 hours and Inspect and tighten all connec-
once a year thereafter. tions on motor and controller.
Current Check, (SCR and Every 6 months Check line and armature current
Inverter Drives) draw and compare with normal.
Record these in log for trends
and future reference.
Where applicable, inspect all gearboxes regularly for overheating conditions and
lubrication levels. Some Gearboxes can be sealed and do not require additional
lubrication through the life of the unit. Always refer to proper lubrication levels
and types per recommendations set forth by the gearbox manufacturer.
In general, do not overfill gearboxes as vent plug discharge, seal leakage and
damage may occur.
Do not over grease sealed bearings as this may cause damage to the seals due to
over pressure. Add grease slowly and in controlled quantities as variation will
exist pending bearing size. Generically, 1/2 to 1 pump of grease at fitting is all
that is necessary for many applications, depending on gun and grease type.
Note: It is common that after lubrication, the operating temperature may increase until the
bearing stabilizes and the lubricant is fully dispersed evenly throughout the bearing.
Some of the bearings used on this equipment line are lubricated and sealed for the
life of the bearing. No additional lubrication is required by these bearings. However,
regularly scheduled visual inspections should be practiced. The chart below indi-
cates some situations that might be observed, their possible causes, and a potential
solution.
Excess grease being forced Damaged bearing seal typically Replace bearing
from bearing. from over-greasing
Some equipment lines and specific applications require bearings that can be relubri-
cated. Where these bearing are used, they can be identified by a grease fitting in the
bearing housing. Periodic relubrication should be made.The length of the intervals
between lubrications for these bearings depend on the speed and conditions at which
the bearing operates. Although variation may exist for your specific application, for
lubrication interval reference, the following table covers most general conditions:
Note: Typically, unless otherwise stated, use only a grease (not oil), which conforms
to NIGI No. 2 consistency when relubricating. Always refer to OEM information for
specific recommended grease type.
The proper amount of lubricant in the bearing is important. Both excessive and inad-
equate lubrication can cause failure. Generally, bearings should be relubricated
while they are rotating. For most applications, the added grease should be pumped
in slowly until a slight bead forms around the seal. The following table reflects typi-
cal grease amounts that are can be added to standard bearings, regarding bearing
shaft size diameters.
3” to 3-7/16” 2 ounce
Note: Bearings can vary depending on type and manufacturer. The preced-
ing table is intended for general reference only. Damage can result should
bearings be over-greased!
Note: This may not apply to all equipment lines or specific applications.
40 to 100ºf SAE 30
For areas where oil could come in contact with food product, a USDA-
AA-approved oil is normally recommended. Oil should be applied to
drive chain and other lubrication points periodically with a brush or spout
can. This should be done, preferably, once every 30 days, or as specifi-
cally recommended for a particular piece of equipment or application.
Refill housing to proper level with fresh gear oil following specifications
shown on the chart.
Gearbox fill point variation will exist between gearbox types and mounting posi-
tions as diagram depicts.
Inspect the gearboxes regularly and fill with the gear lubricant recom-
mended by the gearbox manufacturer.
Refill housing to proper level with fresh gear oil following specifications
shown on the chart
612B/613B a a a a a
602A a a a a a
612BF/613BF a a a a a
602AF a a a a a
Inspect the gearboxes regularly and fill with the gear lubricant recom-
mended by the gearbox manufacturer.
After initial operating period of approximately 250 hours, drain and refill
the gearbox and refill it with fresh gear oil according to the specifications
listed in the chart below.
Ambient Temperature Continuous Duty Table
ºf Viscosity Group
-65ºf to 0ºf 318.59
Chain Lubrication
40 to 100ºf SAE 30
For areas where oil could come in contact with food product, USDA-AA-
approved oil is recommended, one of which is Mobil’s Whiterex 425. Oil
should be applied to drive chain and other lubrication points periodically
with a brush or spout can, preferably once every 30 days, or as recom-
mended for a particular piece of equipment.
Technical Assistance
▼ AMF, Richmond– Emergency service
Steve Martin.................... ext. 763
and technical assistance:
Dan Snead ...................... ext. 754
(804) 257 7092 (answering
- service)
Conrad Hogue ..................ext. 435
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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURE
To order replacement parts, be sure to observe the following procedure:
1. Identify machine number on the AMF nameplate fastened on the outside of the
side frame.
2. Identify the desired parts by referring to the spare parts list or to the assembly
illustrations in this booklet.
3. Locate the pertinent item number and the corresponding description of part on
assembly drawing.
4. For electrical parts, see inside the control panel or in the separate Electrical
Manual (if supplied separately).
1. MACHINE NO.
2. ASSEMBLY DRAWING NO. (if available)
3. ITEM NO.
4. QUANTITY
Place your order with our “AMF PARTS & SERVICE DEPARTMENT”
Individual parts are supplied for replacement WITHOUT screws, nuts, taper pins, cutter
pins, grease fittings, dowels, keys, spring posts, clamp studs, washers, etc., as they
can usually be transferred from parts being replaced.
Comments:
Please write down any ideas and note any actual or potential problems. Do not
hesitate to use sketches or technical drafts whenever possible.
Thank you in advance for your participation in improving the high quality and
high performance machinery we provide.
AMF CANADA
ATT.: ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT
1025 CABANA STREET
SHERBROOKE, QUÉBEC
J1K 2M4