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The nested sieves are stacked on top of each other in the sifter box. The sieves are numbered in order, with the
number “1” at the top of the stack. The highest numbered sieve is called the bottom sieve. The bottom sieve is
tailored to fit the outlets of the sifter.

The sifter box door and box ribs (located at the interior corners of the box) properly align the sieves. A press-top
frame (located above sieve number “1”) is used to compress the sieve stack and prevent the product from leaking
during operation.

Pneumatic Clamping System

The press-top is raised and lowered through the use of pneumatic cylinders.

c Remove the door rod (if applicable).

c Turn the Pneumatic Control Key to the unclamped position as shown in Photo 1.

Photo 1: Initial Pneumatic Clamping

System Sieve Removal Procedure

c Loosen the door tail nuts until the door bar clamps can be turned parallel to the edge of the door frame.

c Remove the sifter door.

Pull the door out evenly side-to-side and from the top. The door wedge can be
damaged if the door is pulled from one side only.

c Remove the sieves from the sifter box beginning with the sieve at the top (number “1”) of the sieve stack as
shown in Photo 2.
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Rack and Pinion Clamping System

The press-top is raised and lowered through the use of hold-down posts or shafts.

c Remove the door rod (if applicable).

c Turn the press-top shafts clockwise to raise the rack and pinion press-top assembly and loosen the sieve
stack.

Do not loosen one side of the rack and pinion press-top system all of the way;
loosen one side part way and then the other side, or both sides simultaneously.
This action prevents the rack and pinion press-top assembly from binding.

Use a 1/2” female, press-top ratchet wrench to operate the mechanisms. Do not
use slip joint pliers or an adjustable wrench.

c Loosen the door tail nuts until the door bar clamps can be turned parallel to the edge of the door frame.

c Remove the sifter door.

Pull the door out evenly side-to-side and from the top. The door wedge can be
damaged if the door is pulled from one side only.

c Remove the sieves from the sifter box beginning with the sieve at the top (number “1”) of the sieve stack as
shown in Photo 2.
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Photo 2: Intermediate Sieve Removal Procedure

When removing sieve frames, minimize the tendency to drag the sieve frame on
the screen below. This action will help to prolong the life of the screens.