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Additive Feeders Chapter 3: Installation 21 of 55
3-5 Initial Start-up
Pre-Startup Checks
; Are all the electrical connections correct, secure and to code?
; Is the auger insert locked in place?
; Are the motor and auger properly coupled and the motor mount locked in place?
; Are the cleanout and calibration hatches shut and secured?
; Are all tools, hardware, etc., cleared from the feeder?
; Is the processing machine ready for operation?
; Is the control relay connection to the processing machine properly installed?
; Is there an adequate supply of additive in the supply hopper?
; Is the supply system (if installed) ready for operation?
Starting Up the Additive Feeder
1. Turn the power switch ON.
2. Set the desired feed rate on the RPM display using the up or down arrows.
3. Flip the motor switch to AUTO.
If the additive feeder is installed correctly, it should begin operation at the desired RPM when
the processing machine screw is in operation.
Shutting Down the Additive Feeder
1. Flip the motor switch to the OFF (center) position.
2. Turn the power OFF.
For long term shutdown, disconnect power and clean the additive feeder.