GH series - Use and maintenance manual

USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Conveyor belt

GH 1000/400
GH 2000/400
GH 2000/600
MANUAL CODE:

DM210678

DATE OF CREATION:

18.07.2012

REVISION:

VERSION DATE:

28.08.2012

PREFACE
While thanking you for choosing us, SMIPACK S.p.A. is pleased to welcome you among its
large range of customers, hoping that the use of this machine will fully satisfy you.
This manual can be used for the model GH 1000/400 - GH 2000/400 - GH 2000/600 F. It has
been drawn up to put you in conditions to be able to intervene on the various parts, and to
understand the various maintenance and intervention operations.
We recommend strictly keeping to the standards prescribed herein in order to guarantee
efficiency, duration and performance.

READ THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY AND FULLY BEFORE INSTALLING THE

MACHINE.
THIS MANUAL IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE MACHINE AND MUST
THEREFORE ACCOMPANY IT UNTIL ITS FINAL DISMANTLING.

SMIPACK S.p.A. will not be held liable for direct or indirect consequences due to a proper or
improper use of this publication. We reserve the right to perform technical modifications on our
systems and on this manual without prior notice.

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SMIPACK S.p.A. - Via Piazzalunga, 30 - 24015 S. Giovanni Bianco (BG) - ITALY
Tel. +39.0345.40111 - Fax +39.0345.40409

CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(Directive 2006/42/EC - Annex IIA)
Company name and address of manufacturer of the machine :
SMIPACK S.p.A. with Administrative Head office in Via Piazzalunga 30 - 24015 San Giovanni Bianco
(BG) - ITALY and Production unit in Via Tasso 75 - 24016 San Pellegrino Terme (BG)- ITALY Tel. +39
0345 40111 - Fax +39 0345 40409
Name and address of the company authorized to compile the technical documentation :
S.L.M. S.r.l. - Via S. Ambrogio, 51 - 22040 Alzate Brianza - CO (Italy) - Tel : +39 031 630925 - in the
person of Giorgio Livio.

We hereby declare that the machine :

Model :
GH 1000/400

GH 2000/400

GH 2000/600

Serial number :

with the function of :

Conveyor belt

complies with Directive 2006/42/EC and to provisions of law which transpose Directives
2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and 2006/95/EC (Low-voltage)
It also complies with the following harmonised standards:

UNI EN ISO 12100-1/2:2005 + A1:2009

UNI EN ISO 13849-1:2008 + AC:2009
IEC EN 60204-1:2006
UNI EN ISO 14121:2007
Giuseppe Nava
(Legal Representative)

San Pellegrino Terme,

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SUMMARY
CE DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................................................................................ 5

1.

GENERAL STANDARDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS .............................9

1.1

HOW TO READ AND USE THE MANUAL ........................................................................................................9

1.2

WARRANTY AND EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY..................................................................................................9

1.3

REFERENTIAL STANDARDS ..........................................................................................................................10

1.4

SYMBOLS KEY ................................................................................................................................................10

2.

CONVEYOR BELT INSTALLATION .........................................................13

2.1

DESCRIPTION OF CONVEYOR BELT COMPONENTS ................................................................................13

2.2

WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS OF THE PACKED CONVEYOR BELT..............................................................13

2.3

WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS OF THE CONVEYOR BELT .............................................................................14

2.4

TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS ......................................................................................................................14

2.5

UNPACKING OPERATIONS ............................................................................................................................15

2.6

CONVEYOR BELT POSITIONING ..................................................................................................................15

2.7

PRODUCT GUIDE ASSEMBLING (OPTIONAL) .............................................................................................16

2.8

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ..........................................................................................................................17

2.9

ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION DATA...............................................................................................................18

2.10

CONDITIONS FOR USE ..................................................................................................................................18

2.11

PRECISION ADJUSTMENT ............................................................................................................................19

2.12

DEMOLITION AND WASTE DISPOSAL ..........................................................................................................19

3.

SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION ................................................21

3.1

GENERAL WARNINGS AND STANDARDS OF CONDUCT ...........................................................................21

3.2

DANGER ZONES .............................................................................................................................................21

3.3

SAFETY SYSTEMS AND GUARDS - EMERGENCY BUTTON ......................................................................22

3.4

SAFETY PICTOGRAMS...................................................................................................................................22

3.5

INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS........................................................................................23

4.

INFORMATION ON THE CONVEYOR BELTS .........................................25

4.1

ADJUSTING THE SPEED ................................................................................................................................25

4.2

IDENTIFICATION DATA AND TECHNICAL DATA .........................................................................................25

4.3

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION ..................................................................................................................26

4.4

CONVEYOR BELT OPERATION .....................................................................................................................26

4.5

EMERGENCY STOP ........................................................................................................................................27

5.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE ............................................................29

5.1

GENERAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................29

5.2

NATURE AND FREQUENCY OF MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND INTERVENTIONS ...................................29

5.3

PERIODICAL CHECK OF SAFETY COMPONENTS ......................................................................................31

5.4

DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE INTERVENTIONS ..................................................................................31

5.5

INVERTER PARAMETER CONFIGURATION .................................................................................................32

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CHAPTER 1 - GENERAL STANDARDS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

1.1 HOW TO READ AND USE THE MANUAL
This manual constitutes an integral part of the machine and therefore it must be preserved
during its entire lifetime and must be handed on to eventual future owners.
Purpose of use and maintenance manual
Before carrying out any type of operation on the machine, you must carefully read this manual
and any attached documentation in order to avoid possible damage to the machine, to persons
or to objects.
The manual and all attached documents must be kept in a place which can be easily accessed,
close to the machine and known to the users (operators and maintenance personnel) so that
they may be consulted promptly when circumstances require it.
SMIPACK S.p.A. will not be held liable for possible faults, accidents or problems due to failure
to comply with the provisions contained in this user manual or caused by unauthorised
modifications and installations of accessories.
Preservation of use and maintenance manual

Keep the use and maintenance manual with care.

Do not remove, tear or rewrite parts of the use and maintenance manual.

Make sure that any amendment implemented is incorporated in the text.

Consulting use and maintenance manual

Consultation of this manual is facilitated by the insertion, in the first pages, of a summary which
allows you to quickly locate the topics described.
Method for updating manual in the event of modifications to the machine
The descriptions and illustrations of this manual cannot be contested. SMIPACK S.p.A.
reserves the right (while maintaining the essential features) to modify these machines at any
time for their functional, commercial and aesthetic improvement without being obliged to
update previous manuals and production except for exceptional situations.
Any updates or integrations of the manual will be considered an integral part of it. We would
like to thank you in advance for any suggestions which you would like to point out to us in order
to implement further improvement.

1.2 WARRANTY AND EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY

SMIPACK declines all liability deriving from:
- electrical and pneumatic supply defects;
- lack of maintenance;
- pollution external to the machine;
- unauthorised modifications and repairs;
- use of non-original spare parts;
- acts of God such as earthquakes, floods or fires.

Chapter 1 - General standards and recommendations

The machine is shipped to the Customer ready to be installed, after it has passed all of the
foreseen tests and inspections in the factory, in compliance with legislation in force. The
warranty has a 365 day validity starting from the date of purchase. During the period covered
by warranty, SMIPACK commits itself to remove any faults or defects as long as periodical
maintenance is performed and original parts are always used. Expendable materials, parts
subject to normal wear or breakage, faults caused by atmospheric agents, transporting the
machine to an assistance centre and labour charges are excluded from the warranty. The
warranty is only valid for the original purchaser and only if the warranty certificate is properly
filled out in every part and sent within 20 days from the date of purchase. Repairs carried out
covered by the warranty do not interrupt or extend the warranty period.
The warranty will become void and invalid immediately in the following cases:
> improper use of the machine
> variation of process conditions
> unauthorised tampering by third parties
> failure to comply with that indicated in the instruction manual
> failure to use the manufacturer's original spare parts

1.3 REFERENTIAL STANDARDS

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The machine models contained in this manual comply with Legislative Provisions which
transpose the following Directives.
European Directives applied to the equipment and/or the assembly:

2006/42/EC - Directive concerning the approximation of the laws of Member states relating
to machinery.

2006/95/EC - Directive concerning low voltage.

2004/108/EC - Directive concerning electromagnetic compatibility.

Technical standards applied to the equipment and/or the assembly:

UNI EN ISO 12100-1:2009 - Safety of machinery - Fundamental concepts, general design

principles: vocabulary and methodology.

UNI EN ISO 12100-2:2009 - Safety of machinery - Fundamental concepts, general design

principles: technical principles.

UNI EN ISO 13849-1:2008 + AC:2009 - Safety of machinery - Safety-related parts of control

systems - Part 1: general principles for design.

IEC EN 60204-1:2006-06 - Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment of machines - Part

1: general rules.

UNI EN ISO 14121-1:2007 - Safety of machinery - Risk assessment principles.

1.4 SYMBOLS KEY

All of the instructions and information contained in this manual are often associated with certain
simple. Their meaning is explained in the following table.

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N.B.!
This indicates useful information for consultation of the manual and
proper operation of the machine.
WARNING!
This indicates situations of risk for the machine and/or for the product
being processed.
ATTENTION!
This indicates personal hazardous situations and suggests standards of
conduct.
HIGH-VOLTAGE ZONE!
Electrocution danger inside electrical control board.
EARTHING
The earthing connection of the system is compulsory!
CUTTING DANGER!
Be careful of the upper limbs.
BURNING DANGER!
Be careful not to enter into contact with elevated temperature surfaces.
CRUSHING DANGER!
Be careful not to crush parts of the body, especially the upper limbs.
MOVING PARTS DANGER!
Be careful not to intervene on gears or mechanical systems while in
movement.
ELECTROCUTION DANGER - CUT POWER BEFORE OPERATING!
Make sure to have disconnected voltage before carrying out the
indicated operations.
CHECK MACHINE MODEL PURCHASED
Before operating make sure the indications refer to the machine model
you have purchased.

MECHANICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

ELECTRICAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

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USE OF SAFETY FOOTWEAR COMPULSORY

USE OF HEARING PROTECTION COMPULSORY

USE OF GLOVES COMPULSORY

CLOTHING COMPULSORY

GOGGLES COMPULSORY

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CHAPTER 2 - CONVEYOR BELT INSTALLATION

2.1

DESCRIPTION OF CONVEYOR BELT COMPONENTS

ON/OFF SWITCH

CONTROL PANEL

POWER BOARD

PRODUCT GUIDE

ADJUSTABLE FEET

CONVEYOR BELT

ELECTRICAL POWER
CONNECTION

PILOTING SIGNAL
CONNECTION

POTENTIOMETER

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Fig. 2.1.1

2.2 WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS OF THE PACKED CONVEYOR BELT

[mm]

WEIGHT

GH 1000/400

1148

738

1094

92 Kg

GH 2000/400

2148

738

1094

120 Kg

GH 2000/600

2148

938

1094

155 Kg

Fig. 2.2.1

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2.3 WEIGHT AND DIMENSIONS OF THE CONVEYOR BELT

Fig. 2.3.1

y
(belt width)

h
(belt height)

WEIGHT

GH 1000/400

1080

640

390

9001170

8001070

75 kg

GH 2000/400

2080

640

390

9001170

8001070

95 kg

GH 2000/600

2080

840

390

9001170

8001070

120 kg

[mm]

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2.4 TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS

SMIPACK S.p.A., depending on the type of transportation and products to be delivered, uses
adequate packaging to guarantee integrity and preservation during transportation. Handle with
care when transporting and positioning the machine.

The carrier is liable for damage sustained during transportation.

Be careful not to damage the exposed parts when unpacking the
unit.
The machine module must be handled from beneath. Due to the
type of packaging, systems that work from above cannot be
used. Lift the machine in the middle from the longest side and
adjust the position of the lift forks at the greatest centred position
possible.

Fig. 2.4.1

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ATTENTION!
Before handling, always make sure that the lifting device is suitable to lift the load.
For prolonged storage, place the machine in a covered area at a temperature ranging from 15 C to +55 C, with a humidity degree between 30% and 90% without condensation.

2.5 UNPACKING OPERATIONS

Remove the four supports 1 which fix the GH conveyor belt to the pallet. Make sure that the
floor in the installation area is not uneven, impairing its normal and correct positioning. Having
placed a level on the surface of the product level the conveyor belt at the desired height by
acting on the support feet. Then block them by screwing the counter-nuts 2.

Fig. 2.5.1

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2.6 CONVEYOR BELT POSITIONING

Place the GH conveyor belt the closest possible to the wrapping machine, paying attention that
they do not touch each other. Conveyor belt height must be adjusted based on the height of
the automatic sealer belt it will be connected to.

Fig. 2.6.1

Use the 4 screws to adjust the conveyor belt height, keeping the level previously achieved.

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If it is necessary to modify the conveyor belt inclination, before adjusting the height as
described above, proceed as follows:
- loosen screws B that secure the legs of the belt to supports A making them move from
position a) to position b) pulling the legs downward.
- ensure the legs are positioned perfectly vertical to the support top and block them sufficiently
with screws B.

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Fig. 2.6.2

The table below indicates the maximum measures that can be obtained inclining the conveyor
belt.

GH1000/400

GH2000/400

GH2000/600

20

13

13

740 mm

700 mm

700 mm

H1

1090 mm

1160 mm

1160 mm

2.7 PRODUCT GUIDE ASSEMBLING (OPTIONAL)

To secure additional product guide A, dismantle lateral protective cover 1. Remove caps 2
present on the belt as shown in fig. 2.7.1 and assemble supports 3 close-by blocking them
sufficiently with nuts 4.
To adjust the depth of the guides work on the specific knobs making rod 5 move.

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Fig. 2.7.1

2.8 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

The GH conveyor belts must be connected electrically to the FP6000-FP6000CS-FP8000CS
wrapping machine (connections X3 and J7).
The electrical sockets on the inlet side of the wrapping machine are for connecting power cable
C and cable D to the relative sockets located on the GH conveyor belt outlet. To connect power
cable C to the wrapping machine, the electrical wiring must be carried out as indicated below.

Fig. 2.8.1

Power must be cut from the machine for all operations involving connection to the electrical
network.
ATTENTION!
Whenever accessing the electrical system, remember to cut the power and to wait at
least five minutes before operating.

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THE EARTH CONNECTION IS COMPULSORY!

Connecting the machine to the mains must be carried out in compliance with standards in force
in the user's country.
Check to make sure that the machine's power supply frequency and voltage (see plate
applied on the machine) correspond to the power supply network.

2.9 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION DATA

Install a circuit breaker on the machine power supply line which supports the values indicated
in the table.
GH 1000/400

GH 2000/600

Nominal

220240 V

220240 V

220240 V

voltage

(1PH+N+PE)

(1PH+N+PE)

(1PH+N+PE)

Nominal
frequency

5060 Hz

5060 Hz

5060 Hz

370 W

370 W

370 W

1,8 A

1,8 A

1,8 A

1,5 mmq

1,5 mmq

1,5 mmq

Nominal

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GH 2000/400

power
Nominal
current
Cross-section
of cable

2.10 CONDITIONS FOR USE

Make sure there is room for easy application and maintenance.
The machine must be installed in a closed, well-ventilated area where there are no
explosion or fire hazards.
The minimum lighting must be 300 lux.
Position the machine in a place free of humidity, flammable materials, gas or explosives. Make
sure that it is level. Operating temperatures ranging from +10C to +35C are recommended,
with a relative humidity from 30% to 80% without condensation.
DECLARED NOISE EMISSION VALUES IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE STANDARD ISO
4871 ARE:
THE A-WEIGHTED EMISSION SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL (AT OPERATOR POSITION)
DOES NOT EXCEED 70 dB.
Conveyor belt protection rating = IP30
Conveyor belt protection rating (GH2000/400 INOX) = IP54

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ATTENTION!
Noise pressure and power on the machinery plate can vary depending on the material
of the containers to be packed. The user must therefore evaluate the noise exposure of
one's personnel depending on the type of packaging processed, so that the operators
can be provided with adequate personal protection equipment.

2.11 PRECISION ADJUSTMENT

Before using the machine, make sure that all parts which for transportation purposes the final
user is in charge of, are correctly assembled, including the electrical connections described in
the manual which must be carried out by qualified personnel. With the machine off, check the
fixing of the main components of the machine which could be accidentally loosened during
transportation.

2.12 DEMOLITION AND WASTE DISPOSAL

The machine does not contain dangerous components or substances which require special
disposal procedures. For that which concerns material elimination, comply with the Standards
in the country where the machine has been disassembled.

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CHAPTER 3 - SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION

3.1

GENERAL WARNINGS AND STANDARDS OF CONDUCT

Before operating, it is important to read carefully this entire chapter which provides information
concerning the risks which could arise for the operator in the event of incorrect procedures or
improper use of the conveyor belt.
IT IS PROHIBITED TO :

Use the conveyor belt without the protection devices.

Carry out any maintenance intervention while the conveyor belt is operating or powered.

Intervene on the danger zones described in paragraph 3.2 while the conveyor belt is in
motion.

Remove danger pictograms etc. present on the the conveyor belt.

Carry out adaptations and/or modifications to the conveyor belt without authorisation by the
manufacturer.

Wear clothing (e.g. ties, unbuttoned jackets etc.) which could get stuck in the gears or
moving parts.

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IT IS COMPULSORY:

That maintenance be carried out by qualified personnel.

That all electrical work be carried out by qualified personnel provided with professional
certification.

For every operator to know the warnings and meanings of the pictograms placed on the
conveyor belt.

For the area around the conveyor belt to be free of obstacles, clean and properly lit.

To maintain safety systems (e.g., the emergency button) perfectly efficient.

To use appropriate personal protection equipment (safety shoes, gloves, protective

goggles) when necessary. Depending on the degree of exposure of the worker to noise, to
provide the operator with specific earmuffs or earplugs.

ATTENTION! The operator, maintenance personnel, cleaning personnel etc. are still obliged
to respect, besides the provisions contained in this manual, the international safety standards
and those in force in the country where the machine is installed as well.

3.2 DANGER ZONES

This paragraph describes, for every type of GHS conveyor belt, the areas to which the operator
must pay special attention to avoid some residual risks.

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When positioning the conveyor belt close to the wrapping machine, there is
a hand and foot crushing hazard. Pay special attention.
Zone A
During conveyor belt operation, especially in MANUAL mode, do not
intervene on this area due to hand crushing hazard.

Fig. 3.2.1

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3.3 SAFETY SYSTEMS AND GUARDS - EMERGENCY BUTTON

While the conveyor belt was being designed, potential risks which could arise for the operator
during normal use were taken into consideration. The following guards and devices were
provided in order to prevent these risks.
A) FIXED SHEET METAL GUARDS
These protection devices require the use of tools to remove them.
B) EMERGENCY BUTTON
The mechanical self-retaining emergency button with manual rearming is a device which cuts
electrical power. It must be pressed to stop the conveyor belt immediately in the event of
imminent danger.

3.4 SAFETY PICTOGRAMS

Pictograms have been placed near some particular zones of the conveyor belt, in order to draw
the attention of the operators on the precautions required to prevent dangers. In order to have
greater understanding of the symbols used, the main ones are described hereafter.

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DANGER DUE TO THE HIGH VOLTAGE ZONE WITH RISK OF

ELECTROCUTION INSIDE ELECTRICAL CONTROL BOARD

CUTTING DANGER - PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR HANDS

BURNING

DANGER

DUE

TO

CONTACT

WITH

HIGH

TEMPERATURE SURFACES

CRUSHING DANGER

MOVING PARTS DANGER

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3.5 INSTRUCTIONS FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS

In case of fire, proceed as follows:

Turn off and cut the power to the conveyor belt.

Use portable or wheeled fire extinguishers, preferably CO2 type.

Move combustible material away (wooden pallets, cases etc.) found near the machinery.

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CHAPTER 4 - INFORMATION ON THE CONVEYOR BELTS

4.1 ADJUSTING THE SPEED

The machine is equipped with inverter to adjust the operation speed. The inverter is placed
inside the electrical panel. To adjust the speed, use the potentiometer A rotating the specific
knob (adjustment from 0 to 10). The speed varies from a minimum of 7 m/min (frequency 20
Hz) to a maximum of 30 m/min (frequency 90 Hz).

Fig. 4.1.1

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If the products are unstable moderate the running speed.

4.2 IDENTIFICATION DATA AND TECHNICAL DATA

Each machine is provided with a plate where it is easy to recover data which must be
communicated to the manufacturer in case of problems or when requesting spare parts etc.
(ref. 1-2-3-4). This plate also carries electrical technical data for installation of the machine (ref.
a-b-c-d).

Fig. 4.2.1

1 - Model
2 - Serial number
3 - Machine code
4 - Year of manufacture
a - Nominal voltage
b - Nominal frequency
c - Nominal power
d - Nominal current

ATTENTION! Before performing connections to the electrical mains, make sure that the power
supply voltage is compatible with that shown on the plate.

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4.3 CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

A - START BUTTON
B - STOP BUTTON
C - OPERATING MODES SELECTOR SWITCH
D - EMERGENCY BUTTON
E - POTENTIOMETER

Fig. 4.3.1

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4.4 CONVEYOR BELT OPERATION

Switch on and operating mode selection :
In order to switch on the conveyor belt, rotate the main switch to ON position. Using the
(AUTO/MANUAL) switch it is possible to activate "AUTOMATIC" or "MANUAL"
operating mode.
AUTOMATIC MODE : In AUTOMATIC mode, after pressing START, the conveyor GH will be
operated when the machine conveyor connected to it is running. (if the
START push-button is not pressed or if the conveyor is on STOP, it will
not start even if the connected machine is running).
Activation and stop mode :
The conveyor belt is activated by pressing the

key.

key and is stopped pressing the

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4.5 EMERGENCY STOP

On the control panel there is also an emergency button. Pressing this button the conveyor belt
stops instantaneously.
ATTENTION! Only press in the event of imminent danger or mechanical accident.

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CHAPTER 5 - CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

5.1

GENERAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

All the operations indicated in this

chapter must be carried out by qualified
personnel and with adequate personal
protective equipment for the operations
being performed.

Cleaning and maintenance operations must be entrusted to expert personnel who know the
machine (mechanical maintenance technician and electrical maintenance technician, each
according to his own field of skills). In order to avoid the risk of interference by other operators
in the work zone, it is recommended to carefully mark maintenance in progress.
It is recommended to:

Use only original spare parts

It is prohibited to carry out maintenance, lubrication or repairs when the conveyor belt is
running or powered.

After each intervention, put back any guards which were removed, placing the conveyor
belt in its initial status.

It is forbidden to use matches, torches or open flames for lighting.

Unauthorised persons must remain at an appropriate distance from the conveyor belt.

Always keep the area where maintenance is performed clean and dry. Always eliminate oil
stains.

Before any type of intervention on electrical components, make sure the power supply line
has been disconnected.

After all interventions on the electrical control board, put the guard back, securing it properly
with screws before restoring power and starting the conveyor belt.

5.2 NATURE AND FREQUENCY OF MAINTENANCE CHECKS AND

INTERVENTIONS
In the manual, the description of the various maintenance operations is often associated to the
symbols described below.

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Identifies an eye check on the state of wear or proper

operation of a component.

Identifies an operation for cleaning a component.

Identifies a mechanical intervention (regulations, repairs,

replacements) to be carried out on the component.
Identifies a mechanical tensioning intervention to be carried
out on the component.

Identifies a lubrication intervention with synthetic oil.

Identifies a lubrication intervention with grease.

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Tab. 5.2.1 - Interventions on mechanical and electrical components

Model

Symbol
used

Operations
to be carried out

Intervention
Frequency

Clean the conveyor belt using moist soft

cloths.

16 hours

Remove any dust that may have

deposited inside the electrical control
panel and on the gearmotor.

240 hours

Lubricate transmission parts.

240 hours

Verify tensioning and alignment of the

conveyor belt.

60 hours

Check for any damage or wear of the belt

and, if needed, replace.

240 hours

Verify any abnormal noises.

240 hours

GH 1000/400
GH 2000/400
GH 2000/600

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5.3 PERIODICAL CHECK OF SAFETY COMPONENTS

Some components are fundamental due to their contribution to safety and therefore they
require periodical checks. These components are listed hereafter with the relative control
frequency.

Lockable general electric isolator.

24 months

Emergency button

12 months

Indirect contact guard (equipotential protection system)

36 months

Safety contactors

12 months

Eye check of overall status of safety guards located on the machine

which impair the operator from reaching moving parts.

12 months

5.4 DESCRIPTION OF MAINTENANCE INTERVENTIONS

This paragraph shows the maintenance interventions for each conveyor model described in
the manual.
ATTENTION! If not otherwise specified, all maintenance
operations must be carried out with the machine off and the
power supply plug disconnected from the mains. For safety
reasons, we recommend padlocking the master switch (see
following figure).

1 - BELT CENTRING AND TENSIONING OPERATION

If needed, proceed with centring and tensioning the conveyor belt using tensioners 1 and 2.
Above all, loosen the respective nuts in order to loosen the adjustment screws and centre the
belt using those same screws. By loosening screw 1 or 2, the belt will shift towards the
adjustment side (A1 - A2). Tightening it, it will shift towards the opposite side (B1 - B2). Block
the nuts once again when adjustment is finished.
Do not adjust tensioning excessively but just enough so that the belt does not slip on the rubber
roller.

Fig. 5.4.1

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2 - BELT REPLACEMENT
In case of conveyor belt wear or breakage, act as follows for replacement:

Dismantle guards A.

Loosen screws 1 to remove guard B.

Use the 2 screws to remove the belt tension roller C.

Remove the 3 Seeger rings from both sides to remove roller D.

Remove the head roller E.

Loosen the four screws from one side only, so as to lift the upper part of the conveyor belt;
remove the belt and replace it.

Reassemble all the components following the inverse procedure.

Tension and centre the belt as previously described.

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Fig. 5.4.2

5.5 INVERTER PARAMETER CONFIGURATION

The table below contains a description of parameters to be configured if it were necessary to
replace or reprogram the GH conveyor belt inverter. For practical reasons, only modified
parameters are indicated here and they are therefore different from standard inverter
configuration.

GH series - Use and maintenance manual

For any additional information on inverter settings and operation, consult the specific
instructions manual supplied.

Title

Communication
nr

Default
settings

User settings
for GH

CnOd

0003

Choice of control
mode

0 : Terminal block

ACC

0009

Acceleration time 1

0,1-3000

10

0,5

dEC

0010

Deceleration time 1

0,1-3000

10

0,5

FH

0011

Maximum frequency

30-200

100

UL

0012

Maximum frequency
limit

0,5 - Maximum
frequency

100

LL

0013

Minimum frequency
limit

0,0 - Maximum
frequency limit

12

uL

0014

Base frequency 1

25-200

50

0600

Engine thermal
protection level

30-100

100

90

EHr

Function

Adjustment field

1 : Operating panel

0 : allowed
F700

0700

No change of
parameter setting

1 : forbidden (extended
and included pannel)
2 : forbidden (value 1 +
comunication
RS485)

33

0 : terminal block
1 : operating panel
FnOd

0004

Choice of the
frequency setting
mode

2 : inner potentiometer
3 : serial communication

4 : commutation
terminal block/inner
potentiometer

F109

0109

Digital / analog
infeed selection
(clamp VI)

0 : voltage input signal

(0-10 V)
1 : current input signal
(4-20 mA)
2 : digital input
3 : voltage input signal
(0-5 V)

F201

0201

Setting the minimum

% level of signal VI

0-100

F202

0202

Frequency at the
minimum % level of
VI

0,0-400,0

12

F203

0203

Frequency at the
maximum % level of
VI

0-100

100

100

F204

0204

Frequency at input
point 2 of VI

0-400

50

126

0311

It is forbidden to
change the direction
of rotation of the
motor

0 : direct / reverse
action authorised
1 : reverse drive
forbidden
2 : forward drive
forbidden

F311

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proper or improper use of this publication and of the system software.
SMIPACK reserves the right to carry out technical modifications on its systems and on this
manual without prior notice.