Instruction Manual Vibrating Chutes

TK-Vibrating chutes
and -screens
Instruction manual

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Nordberg – Lokomo oy

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Vibrating Chutes
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. PREFACE… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 1.1
2. SAFTEY… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 2.1
2.1 WARNING SYMBOLS… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .... 2.1
2.2 INTENDED USE… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 2.1
2.3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .. 2.1
2.4 PERSONNEL… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .... 2.2
2.5 OPERATION… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 2.3
2.6 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 2.3
2.7 OTHER SAFTEY CONSIDERATION… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 2.4
2.8 TRANSPORTATION … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 2.6

3. GENERAL… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 3.1
3.1 Used terms… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .… 3.1
3.2 Nordberg vibrating devices… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 3.1
3.3 Use of Nordeberg vibrating devices… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .. 3.2
3.4 Principle of operation… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 3.2
3.5 Spare and ware parts… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 3.3
3.6 Optional equipment… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 3.4

4. INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND TRANSPORT… … … … … … … … … ... 4.1

4.1 Foundation… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 4.1
4.2 Sevice level… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 4.2
4.3 Transport… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 4.2
4.4 Welding… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .. 4.2
4.5 Electrification… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 4.3
4.6 Connecting a hydraulic drive… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 4.3

5. OPERATION… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 5.1

5.1 Before starting… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 5.1
5.2 Starting… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 5.1
5.3 Stopping… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 5.1
5.4 Operation… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 5.1
5.5 Measuring the stroke and the stroke angle… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 5.2

6. LUBRICATION… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 6.1

6.1 Vibrating motor… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 6.1

7. PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .. 7.1

7.1 Daily… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … ... 7.1
7.2 Monthly… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .. 7.1
7.3 Every three months… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 7.1

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8. OTHER MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … . 8.1

8.1 Pre-tightening of screws… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 8.1
8.2 Changing of grizzly cassettes… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … 8.1

9. TROUBLESHOOTING… … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … .. 9.1

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1. PREFACE
This instruction manual is intended to
assist owners and users of Nordberg
products in the proper use of the
equipment.
It includes important references to safe,
proper and economical operation of the
equipment. Following these instructions
will help to avoid possible danger, reduce
repair costs and breaks down and to
increase the reliability and life of the
equipment.
This manual must be complemented by
those instructions necessary because of
existing national mandatory rules relating
to accident prevention and environmental
protection.
A copy of this manual must be kept at the
equipment’s location and made available
to the operators as required.
In addition to this manual and accident
prevention regulations mandatory in the
country of use and at the equipment’s
place of operation, generally recognized
rules for safe and professional operation
must be observed.
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This instruction manual must be read and
used by each person who works with the
equipment, typically:
--- operations, including installation,
startup, operation, application
engineering materials handling, site
labour, environmental engineering and
safety departments.
--- maintenance, including inspection
and repair .
--- transport, materials handling and
.rigging.
Note that this instruction manual contains
information and instructions on alternative
and optional equipment. Normally the
machines have only some of them. Before
maintaining and servicing, find out which
alternative and optional equipment your
machine has.
See separate instruction manuals for more
detailed instructions when servicing the
main components.
There may be optional equipment which
have separate instructions manuals. Those
manuals must be read and used by each
person who works with the equipment.
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2. SAFETY
2.1 WARNING SYMBOLS 2.2 INTENDED USE

The following symbols for particularly
important instructions are being used in the
instruction manual:
Reference
Refers to economical operation of the
equipment.
Attention
Particular attention must be given to prevent
possible incorrect or dangerous operating
situations from occurring.
Danger
Particular attention must be given to prevent
accidents or damage to personnel and/or
property.
Nordberg’s products are designed with
safety as a major criteria and also
manufactured according to the state of art
principals in engineering an safety.
Nevertheless, improper or careless operation
can be dangerous. Operating personnel and
others must be made aware of the inherent
dangers in operating this type of equipment.
The equipment shall be used only when in
proper mechanical condition, according to
its “intended use”, and careful consideration
given to safe operation and possible danger.
Strict attention must be paid to this
instruction manual. Poor mechanical or site
conditions that would prejudice safety must
be corrected immediately.
The equipment is intended to be used in ore,
rock or rock-based materials handling
exclusively. Any application different from
above or exceeding the design limitation of
the equipment will not be considered as
intended. The manufacturer will not be
liable for any consequential or
inconsequential damages resulting from the
product’s misuse. The user only, shall incur
these risks.
The “intended use” must also include :
adherence to all instructions in this manual
proper and safe operation, and the observing
of responsible inspection and maintenance
procedures.
2.3 INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Keep the instruction manual permanently
accessible at the equipment’s location.
In addition to the following advice provided
in the instruction manual, observe and

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provide instruction regarding all generals
legal and mandatory regulation relating to
safety, accidental prevention and
environmental protection.
Such responsibilities also include: handling
and disposal of dangerous materials or
consumables, wearing of personal protection
apparel and other protective equipment and
observing of material handling and transport
regulations.
Read the instruction manual completely.
Initiate and institute proper training
procedures for; operator instruction and
education, reporting and control procedures,
supervisions guidelines and procedures,
personnel supervision, etc.
Before starting assembly or site
preparation, personnel in charge must read
the instruction manual and in particular the
chapter on safety. This is imperative.
Particular attention must be paid to the
activities or safety of personnel not familiar
with the equipment and its application, for
example those involved in assembly, startup
or maintenance.
Control must be exerted over work
performed on or near the equipment to
ensure that strict adherence to this manual is
maintained.
The personnel must not wear long hair,
loose clothing or jewelry, because of
possible danger or injury.
Use personnel protection suits and other
protective equipment where mandatory.
Observe and follow any safety, danger or
warning signs on the equipment.
Keep all safety, danger and warning signs on
the equipment in legible condition.
If safety-related modifications to the
equipment or its performance are required,
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stop the plant immediately and before
beginning any work notify the person
responsible.
Do not make any modification or repairs to
the equipment which would prejudice safety,
without the supplier’s written approval. This
includes work on attached or remove safety
devices, control valves, as well as the
welding of supporting structures, brackets,
etc.
Spare and wear parts must meet the
manufacturer’s technical specifications.
Conformity can only be fully guaranteed
when original manufacturer’s parts are used.
Replace hydraulic hoses and pipes at the
indicated or appropriate time intervals, even
if no safety-related defects are perceptible;
always replace them immediately when
there is any indication of unsafe, worn,
damaged or faulty parts.
Always follow the time period guidelines
specified in the instruction manual for
inspection and maintenance.
Always use tools suitable for the work to be
performed.
Always know the location and proper use of
fire extinguishers.
Always observe the proper procedures for
fire alarms and fire fighting.
2.4 PERSONNEL
Any work on the equipment must be
performed by skilled and trained personnel
only. Observe the minimum legal age
requirements.
Clearly state and follow guidelines for
personnel skills and requirements necessary
for the safe operation, installation, service,
maintenance and repair of the equipment.
Ensure that only personnel with these skills
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and that meets these requirements on the
equipment.
State clearly the responsibilities of the
machine operator. Authorize him to refuse
any unsafe instructions by third parties.
Let personnel in training, in training on the
job or in general education work with the
equipment only under permanent
supervision of an experienced person.
Work on electrical controls and equipments
must only be performed by a licensed
electrician or under the guidance and
supervision of an electrician, always
according to applicable regulations.
Only trained and experienced hydraulics
Technicians should perform work on any
hydraulic system.
2.5 OPERATION
Refrain from any work that would endanger
safety.
Before starting work, familiarize with the
surroundings of the work place, e.g. any
possible hindrances (barriers/ obstructions/
obstacles) in the reach of work and traffic
area.
Take any necessary measures to ensure that
the equipment is operated in a safe manner
and when in good mechanical condition.
If the equipment is used alone, it must be
equipped with main switch and emergency
switch.
Only operate when all safety devices and
safety related equipment; e.g. removable
guards, emergency stops, sound insulation,
dust collector are in proper position and
operative.
Check the equipment at least once a shift for
visible damage and defects. Notify the
responsible person immediately of any
problems including any deviations in normal
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operating performance. In every case stop
equipment immediately and resolve the
problem!
In the case of any malfunctioning, stop and
safeguard the equipment immediately. Have
the problem immediately corrected.
Observe starting and stopping procedures,
control devices and signals as specified in
the instruction manual.
Before starting the equipment inspect the
general area to ensure that there are no
personnel that may be endangered from
starting. Walk around the equipment and
make sure that there is nobody on, by or
below the equipment. Warn all persons in
the area before starting.
Do not climb on the equipment during
operation or touch the moving parts.
All the moving parts relating to, power
transmission i.e. flywheels, shafts,
couplings, V-belt pulleys and V-belt must be
covered guarded properly to eliminate
danger to personnel.
Make sure that all the persons
operating or maintaining the equipment
know the locations of the emergency stop
buttons or controls.
Do not try to clear any blockings when
the equipment is running.
Rock or other objects may fall from the
machine. Always wear a helmet in the
dangerous area.
Be very careful near sharp corners, edges or
rough surfaces.
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2.6 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
Observe all guidelines outlined in the
instructions manual regarding adjustment,
maintenance and inspection schedules, as
well as replacement of parts or equipment.
Only trained technicians should perform this
work.
Inform the maintenance staff of any
maintenance or service work required.
Ensure proper supervision.
In any work related to the operation,
modification, conversions and adjustment of
the equipment and its safety devices
including inspection, maintenance and
repair, observe all starting, stopping and
maintenance procedures as outlined in the
instruction manual.
Ensure as extensively as possible that the
immediate area is safe and secure.
When installing or replacing parts, incorrect
mounting may be hazards. Always ensure
that the parts are properly installed.
When the equipment is switched off during
maintenance and repair, the motor controls
must be locked out / off. Secure the lock
keys and attach a hazard notice at the main
disconnect switch. Make sure that the
equipment can not be started during
maintenance and repair.
During replacement of parts or heavy
structural components careful handling and
hoisting procedures must be followed to
eliminate any possible danger. Only use
appropriate, properly designed lifting and
handling equipment with sufficient capacity,
Place the parts on ground with sufficient
bearing capacity. Never stand or work
underneath a suspended load.
Use only approved lifting equipment and
slings when lifting components. Tighten any
lifting eye bolts before lifting.
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Allow only skilled personnel to slings loads
and direct the crane operators. The hoisting
person in charge must keep in visual or
voice contact with the crane operator.
For any work above grade level, use
appropriate stairs and working platforms. Do
not use machine parts as platforms. For
maintenance work involving any height
other than grade level use appropriate safety
equipment and procedures.
Due to small size and mobility of the
machine, the accesses may be different from
the requirements of the standards. Always
be very careful when walking on the
machine.
Keep all handles, steps, railings, platforms,
stages and ladders free from
Dirt, snow, ice and other hazards
When cleaning hopers or other hazardous
places be very careful to prevent falling and
injuries.
Prior to maintenance and repair work, clean
the machine. In particularly clean all
connections and leads to remove oil, fuel or
other fluids. Do not use harsh cleansers. Use
fiber-free cleaning rags.
Before cleaning the machine with water,
steam or high-pressure cleaning method,
cover and protect all openings where water,
steam or cleansers must not penetrate,
particularly electrical motors and controls.
After cleaning remove any temporary covers
or protection completely.
Check all fuel, motor oil and hydraulic oil
hoses for leaks, loose screws, fasteners,
bolts, fittings, cuts, shearing or damage.
Repair all of these immediately.
After maintenance and / or repair work,
tighten any loose fittings, bolts, fasteners,
etc.
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If nay maintenance and repair procedures
require the dismantling of safety controls,
they must be re-assembled and checked
immediately upon completion of the work.
Care must be taken for the safe and
environmentally correct disposal of process
materials, parts and other consumables.
Always attach a hazard notice to the main
electrical disconnect switch and lock it out,
when starting the equipment may be
hazardous or when maintaining or repairing
the equipment.
Always attach a hazard notice to the power
supply of electrical components and lock
them out, when starting the equipment /
component may be hazardous or when
maintaining or repairing the equipment /
component.
2.7 OTHER SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
Electricity
Only use fuses of proper and recommended
capacity. Never use fuses of higher capacity
then indicated in the electrical drawings.
In case of electrical problems, shut down the
equipment immediately.
Any work on electrical equipment must only
be performed by a licensed electrician or
under the guidance and supervision of a
licensed electrician, providing all cords and
regulations are followed.
Prior to ant inspection, maintenance and
repair being performed, the equipment must,
if required be secured electrically and
switched voltage free. Follow all required
procedures and regulations.
The electrical equipment must be inspected
at regular intervals. Defects such as lose
connections, damaged wiring must be
repaired immediately. The work must be
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performed by a licensed electrician or
equivalent as specified by law.
Should work be required on live electrical
apparatus, a second person must be assigned
to actuate the emergency stop or disconnect
the main switch in case of emergency.
Safeguard the working area with a red and
white safety “danger” sign. Use voltage
isolated tools only.
Where work is required on high voltage
components, connect the supply cable after
clearance to mass, and short-circuit
components for e.g. capacitors, by an
ground rod.
Use only proper parts in electrical
appliances. Electric cables should be
properly sized and protected, for example
from falling rocks. Wiring should be long
enough to provide for components requiring
adjustment.
Hydraulic, pneumatic
Only persons with special knowledge and
experience in hydraulics shall perform work
on the hydraulic equipment.
Check at specified intervals that all conduits,
hoses, lines and fittings are free of leaks or
visible defects. Repair any defects
immediately. Spurting oil may cause injury
and fire.
Prior to any repair work, depressurize
Any air or hydraulic system, including
hoses, lines and fittings to be opened. This
must be done in a safe, approved manner.
Assemble hydraulics and compressed-air
piping carefully according to all proper
procedures. Take precautions to not mix up
any connections. Fittings, length and quality
of the hoses and pipes must satisfy any
requirement set.
When replacing or repairing hydraulic parts,
make sure that only parts designed for the
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operating pressures of the system are used.
This also relates to any pressure hoses.
Never search for leaks from the pressurized
hoses with hand. High pressure fluid jet may
penetrate the skin and causes injury. Search
for leaks with paper, etc.
Gas, dust, steam, smoke
Perform welding, cutting and grinding work
at the equipment only where allowed. Fire
hazard may exist and explosion hazard may
occur.
Before welding, cutting and grinding clean
the equipment and site to remove dust and
combustible materials. Take the necessary
precautions in providing for sufficient
ventilation.
Dust protection must be fitted to the
machine where necessary to prevent injury
to personnel or contamination of the
environment. Airborne dust must be
minimized while feeding, moving or
discharging the product. Recommended
methods for dust prevention are:
1. Dust covers and dust extraction
2. Dust enclosures
3. Water suppression
Noise
During operation, sound insulation, if
available, must be in its proper and safe
location.
Wear ear protection.
Oil, grease, and other chemical materials
When using oil, grease and other chemical
materials, observe the product safety
guidelines and warning.
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Be careful when using any hot materials to
protect personnel from burning or scalding.
Fire
In case of fire near the equipment:
 Warn all persons in the dangerous area .
 Stop the equipment.
 Turn off the main disconnect switch.
 Make sure that all the persons are in safe
area.
 Start fire fighting and give the alarm if
necessary.
 If possible move the equipment away
from the dangerous area.
In case of fire in the equipment:
 Warn all persons in the dangerous area .
 Stop the equipment using emergency
stop.
 Turn off the main disconnect switch (if
possible).
 Make sure that all the persons are in safe
area.
 Start fire fighting and give the alarm if
necessary.
Blasting
The use of the radio control device is strictly
forbidden during blasting operation, as it
may cause a premature explosion.
The equipment must be moved far enough
away from the dangerous area when
blasting.
Explosive must be prevented from entering
the equipment.
2.8 TRANSPORTATION
Only use appropriate transportation and
lifting equipment with adequate capacity.
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Provide a supervisor to direct lifting

operations.

Transport or hoist components, and handle

any parts in accordance with the instructions
and advice provided here in.

Fasten the lifting equipment only to the

points meant for lifting.

Use only proper means of transport with

adequate transporting capacity!

Fasten the load carefully! For lifting, use

only fastening showed in instruction!

Secure all component part of the equipment

immediately after loading to avoid any
accidental shifting. Attach required warning
signs to the load.

Remove all temporary supporting structures

or brackets before re-starting the equipment.

Carefully assemble all of the parts

previously disassembled.

Disconnect all external power supply before

moving any part of the equipment and
reconnect it properly before re-starting.

Perform any start-up in accordance with the

instruction manual.

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3. GENERAL
The operation manual deals with vibrating
TK feeder and screens. Henceforth these 3.2 Nordberg Vibrating Devices
will be generally called vibrating devices.
The Nordberg vibrating devices have either
3.1 Used Terms a closed bottom, or a screen deck and one or
more grizzlies. There are different sizes of
 Capacity = Transport ability of vibrator vibrating devices for various uses.
in tons per hour.
 Sorting capacity = Sorting ability of The vibrating devices have either a direct
vibrator in tons per hour. squirrel-cage motor drive or a regulating
 Feeding end (F) = The end of the drive with a frequency converter, some
vibrator, where material is fed into. vibrating device have types have a hydraulic
 Discharge end (D) = The end of the drive.
vibrator where material is discharge
from. Grizzlies and screen cloths are available for
 Vibrator = The mechanism in the different uses and they can be changed.
vibrating devices that makes the device
vibrate.
 Grizzly (G) = Grating structure in the
vibrating device that separate the fine
matter from the fed material.
 Screen deck = Cloth structure in
vibrating device that sorts the fed
material into fractions.
 Stroke length = Distance between
vibration motion extreme position of
vibrating device.
 Stroke angle = Direction of stroke
movement in relation to horizontal.

FIGURE 3.1.1 Terms used in the operational manual

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3.3 Uses of Nordberg vibrating devices

The stroke angle of interconnected shafts is
defined by the reciprocal position of the
The vibrating devices manufactured by shafts and the position of the vibrator.
Nordberg are used for feeding, transport and
sorting of stone material, concrete and The vibrating device can have a grizzly or a
asphalt screen deck that lets the fine grain sizes
through.
3.4 Principle of operation
The capacity (feeding efficiency) is
The body is supported on its base by regulated by altering the eccentric masses of
springs, which the body vibrates on. the vibrator. The capacity can also be
regulated by changing the speed of rotation
Material is fed into the feeding end of the
of the vibrator by means of an optional
vibrating device and it is discharged from its
frequency converter or a hydraulic drive, if
discharge end
needed.
Two identical rotating mechanisms
revolving in opposite directions provides a
rectilinear stroke movement.
The material on the vibrating device moves
due to the fact that the vertical movement of
the base is quicker than that produced by the
gravitational pull. Therefore the material
comes off the bottom, continuing its
movement in the direction of the movement
of the moment of the base.
The stroke angle of free synchronizing
shafts is defined by the center of gravity and
the position of the vibrator.

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3.5 Spare and ware parts

Nordberg produces, with the same type
marking, vibrating devices that differ from
each other. In order to secure the right
information concerning each vibrating
device, the part number related to the device
in question should always be quoted.
The original Nordberg parts have precise
measures and they are made out of the most
appropriate material. Original parts make
certain that your device works impeccably
and they maintain the guarantee.
The original Nordberg parts signify savings
in your overall costs:
In order for the ordering of spare parts to be
as quick and easy as possible, the order must
include the following information:
 Device type, part number and production
number
 Order number, title and amount of parts
to be ordered
 Official name and complete address of
firms that pays the invoice
 Precise delivery instructions, way of
delivery and address
If the original spare parts book has been lost,
you can order a new one from Nordberg.

 The parts are tested in practice

 You can avail of the newest development
changes at once
 No sudden breakages
 Reliable quick deliveries
 All parts with one order
 Parts also for older types

Use only
original
Nordberg
spare and
wearing
parts

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3.6 Optional equipment

Grizzlies Screen clothes

The grizzlies can be changed and there is a
choice of different types of grizzlies with
different grizzly openings.
There are three different types of grizzlies in
figure 3.6.1. On the left is a plate grizzly, in
the middle a rod grizzly and on the right a
bar grizzly. Measure G is the grizzly
opening at the end, which is mainly used to
identify the grizzlies.
The choice of the grizzly depends on the
feed to be used and the required sorting
limit, among others. Contact a Nordberg
specialist when you want to choose a
grizzly.
The cloth can be changed and there are
cloths with different hole size.
The choice of the cloth depends on the feed
to be used, the required sorting limit and the
purity requirements of the fractions, among
others .Contact a Nordberg specialist when
you want to choose a screen cloth.
The tightening of the screen cloth is done
with tightening bars, hook screws and
wedges. The tension of the screen cloth
always depends on the cloth properties.
The biggest recommended cloth screen hole
size is 50-60 mm.

Figure 3.6.1 Different kinds of grizzlies

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4. INSTALLATION, OPERAION
AND TRANSPORT
Foundation
The vibrating device is mounted on springs,
and the spring fixing plates are installed
onto a firm foundation. The mounting
surfaces for the fixing plates have to be
horizontal. Vertical springs have to be in
vertical position. If the upper spring
Figure 4.1.1 shows the straightness
requirements for the foundation.
The spring bases of the vibrating device
have to be on the same level with each
other up to precision of 10mm.
The supporting structure have to be placed
directly below the springs. Verify that the
lower structure is elastic, the stroke
movement of the vibrating devices
becomes vague decreasing the out put.
Observe that you also have to pay attention
to the horizontal rigidity of the base.
The support forces of the vibrating device
can be found in the information related to
each type.
No undue parts may be fixed onto
the body of the vibrating device, e.g.
feeding funnels, chutes, etc. These have
to be fixed onto their own support
structures, apart from the vibrating
device.
If extra masses are fixed onto the body, the
center of gravity moves downward and the
body movement becomes uneven. Besides,
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support is adjustable, verify that it is
parallel to the lower fixing plate. See if the
springs on both sides are compressed an
equal amount, you will notice the distortion
of the base from the compression. Spacer
plates can be used underneath the fixing
plates, if needed.
feeding output decreases due to the increase
in weight.
 sideways 15mm
 lengthwise 30mm
 vertical direction 50mm
The vibrating device should be installed in
such a way that distances between the
vibrating device and other structure (e.g.
supporting structures, funnels, chutes,
silos), when loaded, are at least as follows.
This relatively large free space between the
body and other structures is needed for the
momentary irregular swinging motion
when starting and stopping the device.
Eventual beams under the body have to be
installed in such a way that the material that
gathers on the top of them does not touch
the body. Correspondingly, the fixing point
of the springs have to be such that there is
no possibility for sufficient material to
gather near to them as to cover the springs
and damage them. If the body hits the
funnel, or another fixed structure, when the
vibrating device is running, loading
increases to a multiple of the designs
loading, leading to a device failure.
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The discharge opening of the funnel that
feeds material on to the vibrating feeder
may not be essential smaller than the body
width. This way the whole transversal area
of the body can be utilized. Nevertheless,
movement gaps of the previously
mentioned size have to be left between the
body side plate and the side of the funnel.
The sides may not extend too far
down into the body in order for fed material
not to get squeezed between the lower edge
of the funnel and the bottom of the
vibrating device. The side have to reach,
however, to at least 70 mm below the top
edge of the vibrating device body.
Chains or a hatch may be used to conduct
the material flow discharging from the
feeding funnel onto the vibrating device.
The hatch may not extend too near to the
bottom of the vibrating device. Especially
in connection with vibrating devices with a
closed bottom, the feeding funnel discharge
opening has to be designed and placed in
such a way that material cannot have a free
flow over the discharge end when the
vibrating device is not running. When
designing feeding funnels, it has to be
observed that the pressure caused by
material does not exceed the maximum
allowable value of the vibrating device (see
specifications, chapter A Support loads and
A Minimum measure of springs, loaded).
The design of the feeding funnel has to be
such that it carries part of the feed mass.
When installing funnels, channels or other
structures near to the feeder body, the
gaps between the structures have to be
guarded according to safety regulations of
the country of operations (e.g. EN 294).
4.2 Service level
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There has to be a service level around
the vibrating device in order to make
maintenance and operation easy. If the
service level has not been ordered and
delivered together with the device, it has to
be built by the user.
The service platform of crushing equipment
has to comply with the safety regulations
valid in the country of operation.
All instructions on crushing equipment
service levels in force in the country of
operation of the vibrating device must
observed.
4.3 Transport
During transport, the vibrating device must
be firmly fixed onto the trailer. Most
vibrating chute types have transport
supports designed for this purpose.
Turn the device in to the most appropriate
position according to the way of transport
(e.g. vibrators upwards and the body
downward).
4.4 Welding
The body and other parts of the vibrating
device may not be welded without the
consent of the manufacturer.
4.5 Electrification
It has to be noted that the separate
vibrators of electrically driven vibrating
devices have to be connected to turn in
opposite directions.
Safety regulations of the country of
operation of the vibrating devices have to
be observed in electrifications.
When the operation frequency of
the device changes, the vibrator’s
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regulating values have to be set to

correspond to the new frequency.
Especially when connecting a spare part
vibrator, the regulating values have to be
checked. The regulating values can be
found in the specification annex.

4.6 Connecting a hydraulic drive

It has to be observed that the separate

vibrators in hydraulically operated
vibrating feeders must be connected to turn
in opposite directions.

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5. OPERATION
5.1 Before starting
NOTE! Remove eventual transport
supports and inspect the device as indicated
in point 7.1.
Make sure that the electric
connections are properly done
and that the cables etc. are in
condition of operation
. vibrating device, this conserves the device
Operate the device only when all necessary
safety devices are installed (e.g. covers,
emergency stop devices, etc.) and they are
in condition of operation.
Make sure before starting the device that
startup puts nobody in danger. Walk around
the device and make that nobody is on top
of, beside or under it. Warn those in the
vicinity before starting.
5.2 Starting
When starting the process, the devices
removing material from the vibrating
feeders have to be started before starting
the vibrating device, and the feeding
devices after the vibrating device.
Make sure that in a vibrating device with
two vibrators, both vibrators start. Using
the vibrating device only with one vibrator
(e.g. in a failure situation) leads quickly
body damage.
5.3 Stopping
The vibrating devices and the peripheral
devices are stopped in the opposite
sequence in respect to starting.
5.4 Operation
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Do not drop big stones into an empty
vibrating device, the bottom might get
damaged. Try to keep material on the
bottom of the device in order to soften the
blows of falling big stones. Stones may not
be dropped onto the grizzly of the vibrating
device. Stones stuck into grizzly openings
must be removed in order not to damage
the grizzly.
Material should be fed correctly onto the
and gives it a longer service life.
Check at least once during a shift, as
indicated in point 7.1. that the device works
properly and for possible failures. Report
changes (also in the operation of the
device) immediately to the person
responsible at the job-site. The device has
to be stopped and safety measures have to
be taken, if needed.
Do not climb onto the device
when it is running. Also, do
not touch moving parts on the
devices when it is running.
When the device is running,
do not approach it so much
that feed material may pose a
risk.
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The diameter of the circle concerned is the

5.5 Measuring the stroke and the
stroke angle
There are stickers on the device, where the
stroke and stroke angle can be read on
during operation.
There are black circles of a diameter of
1… 20 mm on the sticker. The difference
between the diameters is one millimeter.
When the body vibrates, the eye perceives
two circle rows underneath each other. The
stroke is indicated by the circles below
each other that are tangent to each other.
stroke. In order to help the determination of
the diameter, there is a circular ring in the
circles of 5, 10, 15 and 20 mm.
In order to determine the stroke angle, there
is a dot in the sticker and lines at 15 degree
intervals. The line, the direction of which
the dot seems to move, determines the
stroke angle. If the dot moves between the
lines, the stroke angle can be estimated
according to the nearest lines.
In the example of fig. 5.5.2 the stroke is 13
mm and the stroke angle is 55 0 degree.

FIGURE 5.5.1 Sticker that is to be used when defining the stroke and stroke angle.

FIGURE 5.5.2 The stroke of the feeder in the figure example is 13mm and the stroke
angle 550.

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6. Lubrication
6.1 Vibrating motor

The instructions for vibrator lubrication are

in a separate vibrator operation instruction.

NOTE! Excessive lubrication may damage

the bearings and the other parts of the
device.

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7. PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE
7.1 Daily
Check all safety devices and that they work
properly. Repair revealed faults at once.
Check the state and fixing of wearing parts,
change or tighten them if needed.
If there is a screen cloth in the device, its
tension has to be regularly checked.
Check the electric devices, especially the
connection and condition of the cables
leading into the vibrators.
Listen to the sound of the vibrating device.
The cause of all extraordinary sounds has
to be determined.
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7.2 Monthly
Check that nothing touches the moving
body (sufficient free space around).
7.3 Every three months
Check the condition of the vibrating device.
All screws, nuts and connections have to be
checked and tightened, if needed, in order
to avoid damages. See pretightening torque
of screws in chapter 8.1 “Pretightening of
screws”.
Check the springs (wear, corrosion, breaks,
protections).
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8. OTHER MAINTENANCE
ACTIVITIES
8.1 Pre-tightening of screws 8.2 Changing of grizzly cassettes

The torques in the table have to be used to When ordering a grizzly, make sure that it
tighten all screws. In order to achieve the suits the vibrating feeder and the
right pre-tightening tension in the screws, application in question.
the threads have to be clean, dry and zinc-
plated. The tightening torques of the screws are
explained in the previous point.
The tightening instructions of the vibrator
fixing screws are in the vibrator operator’s Special attention has to be paid to safety at
manual. work when changing the grizzly (see
chapter 2).
The working levels to be sturdy and the
Screw Torque lifting devices appropriate for the purpose.
M 10 47 Nm 4.8 kpm 35 ft lbs The lifting ropes have to be fixed properly.
M 12 81 Nm 8.3 kpm 60 ft lbs When lifting, nobody may be underneath
M 14 129 Nm 13 kpm 95 ft lbs the load to be lifted or too near to it.
M 16 196 Nm 20 kpm 145 ft lbs
M 18 270 Nm 27 kpm 199 ft lbs The grizzlies are described more in detail in
M 20 382 Nm 39 kpm 281 ft lbs the specifications annex.
M 22 519 Nm 53 kpm 383 ft lbs
M 24 662 Nm 67 kpm 488 ft lbs
M 27 975 Nm 99 kpm 719 ft lbs
M 30 1320 Nm 135 kpm 973 ft lbs

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9. TROUBLESHOOTING
In spite of careful operation of the vibrating device according to instruction, as well as of
careful quality control in the production of the vibrating device, different failures may
turn up in the vibrating device and the process associated with it.
The following presents some possible failures and their corrective procedures.
FAILURE CAUSE
Feeding funnel or discharge
Small feeding capacity Opening too small and they vault.
Body touches fixed structures or
material.
Feed material is wet or unclean.
Grain size of feed is too big and it vaults.
Wrong vibrator speed of rotation.
Uneven vibration
Material in feeding funnel weights
Uneven Vibration. too much on the vibrating devices.
The strokes at the different ends of the
body are remarkably unequal in size.
Wrong stroke angle.
Lower structure of vibrating device or Reinforce structure and place better foundation
Ground gives in.
Extra structures have been fixed onto
the body
Material has stuck onto the body.
Broken springs.
Vibrating device vibrates
sideways Only one vibrator works.
Both vibrators turn in same direction.
Operation base gives in.
The body clatters. Loose screws in body.
Body touches other structures.
Air does not circulate enough around
Vibrator becomes too hot. Vibrator.
Insufficient lubrication in bearings.
Too much grease in bearings.
Grease has become stiff due to cold
Vibrators will not start. Weather.
Too high speed of rotation
of hydraulic driven
vibrator. Only one vibrator is working.
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PROCEDURE
Change structures so that body has sufficient
swinging room (point 4.1) Design structure so
that no material can gather on top of them.
Choose feed again or prepare it to be suitable
e.g. by mixing.
Reduce grain size of feed.
Check vibrator control circuit and speed of
Rotation.
See following point.
Change structure of funnel.
Contact Nordberg specialist.
Contact Nordberg specialist.
under support structure.
Remove extra structures from body and fix
Them on other structures.
Remove stuck material.
Replace them with springs.
Device may not be operated with only one of
the vibrators working. Contact Nordberg
specialist.
Check vibrator control circuit.
Make better foundations according to
manufacturer’ s instructions.
Tighten screws.
Verify that spacings are according to
chapter 4.1
Improve air circulation.
Lubricate bearings.
Stop device, let it cool down and start again.
Warm the vibrator.
Device may not be operated with only one of
the vibrators working. Contact Nordberg
specialist.
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FAILURE CAUSE PROCEDURE

Hydraulic oil leaks from
Hydraulic vibrator. Shaft packing of hydraulic motor leaks. Contact Nordberg specialist.

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