DESCRIPCIÓN DE LAS FORMACIONES El Complejo del Pantano de Elche (Pa)

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SAFety

generAL SAFety

It is the responsibility of the contractor, installer, owner, and user to install, maintain, and operate the conveyor components and assemblies manufactured and supplied by Conveyor Engineering & Manufacturing Company (CEMC) in such a manner as to comply with the following:

• Williams-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) • American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Safety Code • All state and local laws and ordinances

minimum precAutionS

In order to avoid an unsafe or hazardous condition, the conveyor assemblies and components must be

installed with the following minimum conditions:

1. Screw conveyors shall not be operated unless the conveyor housing completely encloses the conveyor’s moving elements and the power transmission guards are in place. Prior to opening the conveyor for inspection, cleaning, or observation, the motor driving the conveyor shall be locked out electrically in such a manner that it cannot be restarted by anyone, however remote from the area. Only after the conveyor housing has been closed and all other guards are in place shall operation of the equipment commence. 2. Inlet and discharge openings shall be connected to other

equipment in order to completely enclose the conveyor. If the conveyor must have an open housing as a condition of its use and application, the entire conveyor shall be guarded by a railing or fence.

3. Gratings shall cover all exposed loading and/or feed openings. The grating opening size must not exceed 1⁄

2”

x 2” if the screw is less than 4” from possible bodily or clothing contact. If the nature of the material prohibits the use of grating, railing shall guard the exposed section of conveyor and warning signs shall be posted.

4. The conveyor shall have solid covers for areas not used for loading, feeding, or discharging.

5. Do not step or walk on conveyor covers, grating, or power transmission guards.

6. Do not poke or prod the material in the conveyor. Do not place hands, feet, any part of the body, or any article of clothing in the conveyor or opening.

7. Do not overload the conveyor or attempt to use it for purposes other than it’s intended use.

8. Practice good housekeeping by removing any debris or unnecessary items found on or around the conveyor. Maintain adequate lighting around the conveyor.

SAFety deviceS

CEMC can assist in the selection of electrical control devices that will provide an extra measure of safety for the conveying operation. The purchaser must select equipment and devices that conform to the National Electrical Code, the National Electrical Safety Code, and all local and national codes. Consideration should be given to one or all of the following devices and to others that may be appropriate.

• Overflow lids, consisting of a hinged cover (over the discharge area) and a limit switch, can be used to shut off power if the conveyor becomes plugged or overfilled. • Zero speed and pull cord switches can be used to shut off

power if the conveyor unexpectedly stops.

• Electrical interlocking devices can be used to shut down feeding conveyors whenever a receiving conveyor stops. • Special motor enclosures can be used to withstand various

atmospheric conditions (explosion proof, dust-ignition-proof, chemical-duty, sanitary-duty, etc.).

wArning LABeLS

All screw conveyors supplied by CEMC shall have one or more of the following decals affixed to the trough in visible locations. Additional decals are available upon request.

1. The mounting surface for supporting the conveyor must be level and true to avoid distortion in the conveyor. If anchor bolts are not in line, either move them or slot the conveyor feet or saddle holes. Use shims under feet as required to achieve correct alignment. Do not proceed with installation of shafts and screws until trough has been completely aligned and bolted down.

2. Arrange troughs and trough ends in proper sequence as match marked or per applicable drawing. Hand tighten bolts.

3. Align the inside trough bottom centerlines with piano wire (or equivalent) and tighten trough and anchor bolts.

4. Begin assembly of screw sections at the thrust end (the discharge and/or drive end). Insert the drive shaft in the bearing. Do not tighten bearing set screws until conveyor assembly is complete.

WARNING: Do not over tighten coupling bolts

(see torque specs on next page)

5. Place the first screw section in the trough. Install all screw sections such that the flight lugs, if present, are opposite the carrying side of the flighting. Slide the drive shaft into the screw section and secure tightly with coupling bolts.

6. Insert the coupling shaft in the other end of the screw and secure tightly with coupling bolts.

7. If using hangers, slide the hanger assembly over the end of the coupling shaft. Secure the hanger to the trough with mounting bolts hand tight.

8. Insert a coupling shaft into the next screw section and secure tightly with coupling bolts. Place screw in trough so that there is approximately 180° between flighting ends of mating screw sections. Slide screw section over the end of coupling shaft of the previous screw section. Secure tightly with coupling bolts.

9. Slide the next hanger assembly over the coupling shaft. Secure hanger to trough with mounting bolts hand tight.

10. Return to the previous hanger assembly. Center the hanger bearing between the screw section pipe ends. Tighten hanger mounting bolts. 11. Turn screw section by hand to check alignment.

If screw does not turn freely, adjust hanger mounting accordingly.

12. Install all of the screw sections (except the last one) by repeating steps 8 thru 11.

13. Slide tail shaft through the end bearing and into the last screw section. Secure tail shaft tightly to last screw section with coupling bolts.

14. If trough end seals are used, be sure that the shafts are centered within the seal openings.

15. Turn entire screw assembly by hand to check alignment. If binding occurs, loosen and realign hanger bearings accordingly. 16. Tighten bearing set screws at both ends.

17. Make a final check of all bolts to ensure they are tight. 18. Remove any debris from trough (hardware, tools, etc.). Install

covers and safety guards in proper sequence as match marked or per drawing.

Screw conveyors may be ordered either as complete units or as individual components. Complete units are shop assembled, aligned, and match marked, then disassembled for shipment. This procedure results in significantly lower field installation time. Individual components must be sorted out and aligned in field assembly, resulting in longer installation time. Individual components, unless specified otherwise, do not include assembly hardware. Receiving: Upon delivery, check shipping documentation to verify that all items were received. Immediately inspect all components for damage. Minor damage incurred in shipping (dented trough, bent flanges, etc.) can be readily repaired in the field. If shipment is severely damaged, file a claim with the carrier immediately.