Operation of Machine
1. Infeed Conveyor - 2 Assembly
1.1.3D Model
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Product Contact Parts - SS304Product
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Non-Contact Parts - MS, RAL 7045
Motor & Gear Box
1.2. Infeed Conveyor - 2 Assembly Operation
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The Infeed Conveyor-2 is positioned at a 90-degree orientation to Infeed Conveyor-1 and is used to feed various cheese products such as Feta blocks, 1 kg packs, and Cheddar blocks onto Infeed-1.
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Cheese products are placed on Infeed-2 manually or from an upstream process. The conveyor is equipped with a motor-driven belt that transports the products to the 90-degree transfer point. At this point, the products are smoothly redirected from Infeed-2 onto Infeed-1 through a guided transfer arrangement. This redirection is achieved using side guides, corner guides, and the coordinated movement of both conveyors.
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Infeed-2 operates continuously or in synchronization with Infeed-1 depending on the machine’s operational logic. Proper spacing and orientation of the cheese products are maintained through the conveyor design and mechanical guiding system.
1.3. Maintenance
Important Precautions:
READ this manual before operating or servicing this equipment.
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Always remove power and wait at least 30 seconds before connecting/disconnecting any internal harnesses. Failure to observe these precautions may result in damage to or destruction of the equipment.
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ALWAYS take proper precautions when handling static sensitive devices.
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SAVE this manual for future reference.
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DO NOT allow untrained personnel to operate, clean, inspect, maintain, service or tamper with this equipment.
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DO NOT connect or disconnect any digital or analogue components to the equipment with power connected or damage may result.
1.3. Infeed Conveyor - 2 Maintenance Schedule
1.3.1. Motors & Gearboxes
Task ID.
Daily.
Weekly.
Monthly.
3 Monthly
6 Monthly
Grease electric motors if required.
X
Inspect motor brake adjustments.
X
Inspect oil level.
X
1.3.2. Belts and Pulleys/Chains and Sprockets.
Task ID.
Daily.
Weekly.
Monthly.
3 Monthly
6 Monthly
Inspect for product build up
X
Inspect chain and sprockets.
X
Inspect belts and pulleys.
X
Inspect belt/chain tension
Inspect belt/chain alignment.
X
X
Task ID.
Daily.
Weekly.
Monthly.
3 Monthly
Grease linear bearings.
X
Inspect bushes.
Inspect cam tracks (If Applicable)
Inspect and Grease bearings, as applicable.
Inspect linear bearing tracks.
X
X
Inspect linear bearing bolts.
Grease spherical ball ends where applicable.
1.3.3. Bearings, Bushes and Cam Tracks.
6 Monthly
X
X
X
X
1.4.Risk Assessment
Risk Assessment or HAZOP, or a Hazard and Operability Study, is a systematic way to identify possible hazards in a work process. In this approach, the process is broken down into steps, and every variation in work parameters is considered for each step, to see what could go wrong.
1.5. Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting is the process of identifying, diagnosing, and resolving problems or issues that arise in various systems, equipment, or processes. it involves a systematic approach to problem-solving, using a combination of analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills.
The first step in troubleshooting is to identify the problem. This can involve gathering information about the issue, including when it started, what systems or equipment are affected, and any error messages or symptoms that are observed. Once the problem is identified, the next step is to diagnose the root cause. This involves analyzing the information collected and using technical knowledge to determine what is causing the issue. After the root cause is identified, the next step is to develop a plan for resolving the issue.