Dings Magnetic Group PERMA DRUM - Manual (Page 3)

ORDERING PARTS
Replacement parts can be ordered by mail, or by phoning a local
Dings representative or the Dings factory. All parts are shipped from
the factory. Please provide a serial number from the nameplate on
the Perma Drum whenever possible.
YOu can call the factory in Milwaukee, WIsconsin at 414-672-7830
between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM Central Standard Time Monday
through Friday. Tell our operator that you want to speak to someone
about parts for a Perma Drum.
CAUTION
The Type FC Perma Drum is powered by an electric motor. The
drum shell inside the housing is a revolving member, driven by the
motor. Be careful. Switch off the drive motor before adjusting any
part. A motor lockout system should be used during any servicing -
during any adjustments or settings, and during any maintenance.
INSTALLATION - TYPE FC
The Type FC Perma Drum is shipped fully assembled, ready for
installation and motor hook up. Install it in a level position. The mag-
netic arc was positioned at the factory. If a change in adjustment is
necessary, see discussion about this is Section 1.
WIRING - TYPE FC
The motor is either 1/3, 3/4, 1 or 1 1/2 HP depending on size of the
Type FC. A standard motor operates on 230/460 volt 3 phase 60 Hz,
and has a TEFC enclosure, except the 1/3 HP which is TENV.
Follow the connection diagram on the motor nameplate. Be sure to
provide overload protection. After motor is connected to a power
supply, jog it on and off to see if the drum shell rotates in the correct
direction. The top of shell should move away from the feed chute. If
the direction is wrong, reverse any 2 wire connections.
FEED LEVELER - TYPE FC
The feed leveler described in Section 1 is a standard item included
in the Type FC, as shown in Figure 4. Two mounting locations are
provided for it.
Before the feed leveler can be adjusted, you will have to get access
to it. First, unbolt the top plate on the housing. Then loosen the 2
pivot point bolts, set the desired gap between leveler plate and drum
shell, and tighten the pivot bolts. Finally, bolt the top plate back.
Do not use the space ahead of the feed leveler as a hopper. If this
space becomes packed with feed material, the feed leveler gap may
plug closed.
In an unusual application where the widest gap setting cannot
accommodate the feed material because of lump size, remove the
leveler. Operate without it.
SPLITTER PLATE - TYPE FC
The splitter plate described in Section 1 is a standard item included
in the Type FC, as shown in Figure 4. Two mounting locations are
provided for it.
Before the splitter can be adjusted or relocated, remove the inspec-
tion door on the front of the housing - the side towards which the
drum rotates. To change the splitter setting, loosen 2 nuts, adjust
setting, and tighten nuts. To change splitter location, lift it off the
mounting bolts and move it to the alternate mounting bolts.
MAINTENANCE - TYPE FC
Two cartridge bearings should be lubricated periodically as
described in Section 1, using fittings provided.
The cartridge bearings are accessible through ports in 2 sides of the
housing, just above the shaft. Remove plates that cover these ports,
and jog motion of drum until grease fittings come into view. After
greasing, put plates back over ports.
A 4 bolt flange bearing, located on the drive side of the housing,
should also be lubricated with the same grease and at the same
time as the cartridge bearings.
Change oil in the motor gearcase after the first week of operation,
and then every 6 months. Check level with hole near centerline of
gearcase. Fill with a gear oil that’s suitable for worm gearing. A
motor maintenance booklet was attached to the motor prior to ship-
ment. If it’s missing on arrival of shipment, ask for a copy.
Watch for excessive wear on the drum shell as discussed in
Section 1.
Watch for excessive wear on the 2” wide flexible belting material riv-
eted to the end of the feed chute. Replace when necessary.
Clean the Type FC periodically with an air hose.
Figure 4