Meiko Round belt conveyor RF Operating instructions

Brand: Meiko

Model: Round belt conveyor RF

Type: Operating instructions

9750655 / Valid from: 2017-05 / Update: 2020-03

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Operating instructions

Type RF with VF – P (platform)

Type RF with VF – G (fork)

Round-belt conveyor system with vertical

conveyor

Translation of the "Original operating instructions"

Read operating instructions before using machine!

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Table of contents

Page

1 Introduction and general instructions ................................................................... 4

1.1 Safe keeping ......................................................................................................... 5

1.2 Description of model ............................................................................................. 5

2 Explanation of the safety symbols used ............................................................... 5

3 General description and intended use ................................................................. 6

3.1 General description .............................................................................................. 6

3.2 Intended use ......................................................................................................... 6

4 EC Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................ 7

5 Technical specifications ......................................................................................... 7

6 General safety instructions .................................................................................... 7

6.1 Operator’s duty of care ......................................................................................... 7

6.2 Basic safety measures ......................................................................................... 9

6.3 Instructions – tray infeed station ......................................................................... 10

7 Assembly instructions (for a partially completed machine) ............................. 10

8 Delivery, transport, installation and assembly ................................................... 11

8.1 Delivery ............................................................................................................... 11

8.2 Transport ............................................................................................................ 11

8.3 Installation and assembly ................................................................................... 12

8.4 Instructions for the disposal of packing material ................................................ 12

9 Specific dangers .................................................................................................... 13

9.1 Accident protection at beginning of belt ............................................................. 13

9.2 Accident protection at the corner guide rollers ................................................... 13

9.3 Accident protection on the corners ..................................................................... 14

9.4 Cover panels on the vertical conveyor ............................................................... 14

10 Product description ............................................................................................... 15

10.1 Structure ............................................................................................................. 15

10.2 Control elements and details .............................................................................. 16

10.3 Check that all safety equipment is working ........................................................ 18

10.4 Height limitation, control panel with indicator light ............................................. 19

10.5 Turning back on after stopping due to operational needs .................................. 19

11 Operation ................................................................................................................ 21

11.1 Commissioning ................................................................................................... 21

11.2 Operation ............................................................................................................ 22

11.3 Tray infeed station (illustrations of improper loading) ........................................ 22

11.4 Switching on the round-belt conveyor ................................................................ 23

11.5 Shutting down ..................................................................................................... 23

12 Cleaning .................................................................................................................. 24

12.1 Tableware traps on conveyor table .................................................................... 24

12.2 Daily cleaning ..................................................................................................... 24

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12.3 Cleaning the vertical conveyor ........................................................................... 25

12.4 Care of stainless steel surfaces ......................................................................... 25

13 Training of personnel ............................................................................................ 26

14 Disposal of the installation ................................................................................... 26

15 Maintenance ........................................................................................................... 26

15.1 Tray infeed on RF .............................................................................................. 27

15.2 Tray infeed on vertical conveyor ........................................................................ 27

15.3 Vertical conveyor ................................................................................................ 27

15.4 Vertical conveyor - outfeed ................................................................................ 28

15.5 Top, covered tracks ............................................................................................ 28

15.6 Round belt conveying system in pot wash area ................................................. 28

15.7 Tray junction, TZF .............................................................................................. 29

15.8 Tray infeed device, TST 6/TST 7 ....................................................................... 29

15.9 Safety!!! .............................................................................................................. 29

16 Vertical conveyor documentation ....................................................................... 30

17 Fire protection ....................................................................................................... 30

18 Folding conveyor table ......................................................................................... 30

19 Emergency exit ...................................................................................................... 31

20 Noise levels ............................................................................................................ 31

21 Additional elements of a round-belt conveying system ................................... 32

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1 Introduction and general instructions

Dear customer,

We are delighted about the confidence you have shown in our products.

It is very important to us that you enjoy using MEIKO products and that they are extremely

useful to you, making your work easier.

If you follow the instructions in this document carefully, your conveying system will always

work to your complete satisfaction and have a long service life.

After assembly at our factory, this conveying system was thoroughly inspected. This gives

both you and us the assurance that you will always receive a trouble-free product.

We would therefore like to ask you to read these operating instructions carefully

before use. Any further related operating instructions for accessories and integrated

third-party products must be strictly observed!

These operating instructions are designed to familiarise the owner/operator of this installa-

tion with its set-up, modes of operation, use, safety instructions and maintenance.

The notes help you get to know the installation in detail and use it correctly. They also

enable you to avoid possible repairs and the loss of operational time that comes with them.

In the event of any damage caused by non-observance of these operating instructions, any

guarantee claims are invalid. We accept no liability for any additional damage caused as a

result.

MEIKO operates a policy of continuous development on all of its devices.

As a result of this, please understand that we reserve the right to make changes to the

scope of supply concerning the design, equipment and technical features at any time.

No claims may therefore be based on the details, the images or the descriptions contained

in these operating instructions.

Should you require any further information, or in case any particular problems should arise

that are not dealt with in great detail in the operating instructions, you can contact the rele-

vant MEIKO branch to obtain the information you require.

Further, we draw your attention to the fact that the content of these instructions does not

form part of a former or existing agreement, promise or legal relationship and does not

modify such a point.

All of MEIKO's obligations arise from the relevant purchase contract, which also contains

the entire and only valid guarantee provisions.

The operating instructions must be available in the local language for each EU country. If

this is not the case, the conveying system must not be commissioned.

The original operating instructions in German and all operating instructions in all languages

for EU countries can be downloaded at the following address: https://partnernet.meiko.de

Full technical documentation is provided free of charge. Additional copies are available for

a nominal fee.

These contractually guaranteed provisions shall be neither extended nor restricted as a

result of any explanations given in the instructions.

MEIKO wishes you much happiness and success.

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1.1 Safe keeping

Always store the operating instructions close to the installation.

The operating instructions must always be kept within easy reach.

1.2 Description of model

Please provide the following information on any query and/or when ordering spare parts:

Model:

S/N:

This information can be found on the descriptive plaque.

2 Explanation of the safety symbols used

The following safety symbols will appear throughout these operating instructions. These

symbols are designed to draw the reader's attention to the text next to the safety instruc-

tions.

This symbol warns that there is danger to human life and health.

This symbol warns that there is danger to the installation, to material

or to the environment.

This symbol denotes information that helps you to understand the in-

stallation’s operations.

Warning of dangerous electric voltage!

DANGER!

CAUTION!

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Warning of hand injuries!

Do not reach into the machine while it is running!

3 General description and intended use

3.1 General description

Round-belt conveyors and used to return

dirty tableware.

The linear attachments of the round belts

leave almost the whole of the conveyor sur-

face available.

This method of returning dirty tableware is

especially preferential as it only allows the

return of trays. Individual items of tableware

(plates, cups, cutlery, bottles) cannot be

deposited and therefore cannot fall off the

conveyor later in the journey, e.g. on the

corners.

This means that tableware return functions as a high level.

Round-belt conveyor technology can conquer any possible type of corner.

Differentiated speeds and the necessary spacing carry the trays safely and securely

around the corner in the centre of the conveyor.

High, sturdy tray guides ensure that any tableware which is stacked tightly does not fall

off at the corners, as well as safely and securely steering the trays.

MEIKO vertical conveyors are the perfect solution for running vertical systems. The

MVF-G and MVF-P provide:

 A continuous, fluid transition from horizontal to vertical movement

 Excellent stability for items of tableware

The MEIKO infeed and outfeed system ensures gradual braking and smooth start up

even at high rates of throughput (up to 30 trays per minute).

3.2 Intended use

DANGER!

This conveying system is only intended to transport trays carrying tableware, no other use

is permitted.

This conveying system is solely intended for use in a work environment.

This conveying system is approved for loads of up to 5 kg/m unless a contrary agreement

has been reached.

Max. speed is 20 m/min.

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The approved tray dimensions stated in the chapter on "Technical specifications" must be

adhered to, as must all other technical specifications without exception.

If you do not operate this round-belt conveyer system in line with its intended use, safe

operation of the machine cannot be guaranteed!

The operator, not the manufacturer, is responsible for any injury or material damage aris-

ing from improper use.

4 EC Declaration of Conformity

A Declaration of Incorporation is provided with the machine if it is not supplied in fully op-

erational state, that is, as a partially completed machine pursuant to the Machine Directive.

An EC Declaration of Conformity is provided with the machine if it is supplied in fully oper-

ational state as a complete machine.

5 Technical specifications

Tray size:

Min.–max. length:

425 - 530 mm

Min.–max. width:

325 - 370 mm

Max. load weight:

5 kg/metre

Min. conveyor speed:

4 metres/minute (approx. 8 trays/minute)

Max. conveyor speed:

20 metres/minute (approx. 30 trays/minute)

Climb:

8% (80 mm/metre)

Descent:

8% (80 mm/metre)

Width of conveyor surface:

500 mm (standard)

Transport height:

915 mm (standard)

Transport height:

865 mm (standard)

Different requirements for approved load or technical specifications must be agreed with

MEIKO.

6 General safety instructions

6.1 Operator’s duty of care

CAUTION!

The round-belt conveyor has been constructed based on a risk analysis and after careful

selection of the applicable harmonised standards as well as additional technical specifica-

tions. It is therefore state-of-the-art and provides maximum safety.

However, safety can only be guaranteed during operation if all necessary measures are

taken. The operator of the machine has an obligation of care to ensure that these

measures are planned for and also to check that they are correctly implemented.

After installation, commissioning and handing over of the round-belt conveyor to the cus-

tomer/operator, no modifications may be made (e.g. electrical system or location). Modifi-

cations to the round-belt conveyor, and in particular technical modifications carried out

without the manufacturer’s written authorisation, or any modifications carried out by unau-

thorised persons, will lead to the complete loss of any guarantee claims and will invalidate

any liability for the product.

The operator must ensure in particular that...

... the round-band conveyor is only used as intended.

In case of other use or operation, damage or risks may arise for which we accept no liability

(see the section on "intended use").

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CAUTION!

… in order to guarantee functionality and safety, use only original parts supplied by the

manufacturer when needed.

Any potential claims by the user shall be rendered void if the device was altered using

parts other than original spare parts.

CAUTION!

... only appropriately qualified and authorised employees may use, maintain and repair the

installation.

CAUTION!

… personnel is regularly trained in all questions relating to occupational safety and envi-

ronmental protection and, in particular, the staff is familiar with the operating instructions

as well as the safety instructions that they contain.

CAUTION!

... the installation is only operated in perfect, operationally efficient condition, all protection

devices and cover panels are installed, and, in particular, that the safety systems and

switch elements are regularly checked for their operational efficiency.

CAUTION!

... the required personal protective equipment is made available to and used by mainte-

nance and repair personnel.

CAUTION!

... he operating instructions are always in a legible state, complete and available at the

installation's location of use.

CAUTION!

... none of the safety and warning notices attached by the operator are removed and that

they are legible.

CAUTION!

... suitable clothing is worn

Loose clothing and jewellery increase the risk of being caught on protruding parts.

 Wear fitted work clothing. Wear full-length trousers or an apron.

 Do not wear rings, necklaces or other pieces of jewellery.

 Wear protective gloves and goggles.

Wear sturdy, suitable shoes. (We recommend wearing safety shoes with steel toe caps)

Parts carrying electric current as well as moving or rotating parts can cause·dangers to

the user’s life and limb and material damage. Do not reach into the machine while it is

running! Doing so could cause injury.

CAUTION!

... the door to the vertical conveyor is locked, in

the case of walled-in conveyors with door ac-

cess. Only inducted personnel may use the key.

This space may not be otherwise used as a

store room, cupboard for cleaning supplies,

etc..

Observe the "CAUTION DANGER" warning

sign on the doors (order no.: 9552501) and do

not remove it.

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6.2 Basic safety measures

6.2.1 Basic safety measures during normal operation

CAUTION!

The installation may only be operated by trained and authorised persons who are familiar

with the operating instructions and who are capable of working in accordance with them!

As there is a risk of becoming caught by the transport belt and/or washware during

transport, operating personnel must wear close-fitting clothes and avoid wearing rings,

bracelets or similar. We also recommend wearing safety shoes with steel toe caps.

Ensure the following before switching on the installation:

 Only authorised persons are present in the installation’s operating area.

 Nobody could be injured by starting of the installation!

Before every commissioning

 Inspect the machine for any visible damage and ensure that it is only operated

in perfect working condition.

 Report any defects to the supervisor immediately.

 Remove any material/objects from the operating area that

are not required for the operation of the installation.

 Check and ensure that all safety systems are operating

perfectly.

6.2.2 Basic safety measures before each notification acknowledg-

ment

CAUTION!

Before cancelling a notification, the cause for it must be remedied. Only after this has

taken place may "acknowledgment key 8.2.3 item 3" be activated. If this sequence is not

followed, the system may crash.

6.2.3 Basic safety measures during maintenance and

repair

CAUTION!

Observe the maintenance intervals prescribed in the operating instructions.

Observe the maintenance instructions for the individual components in these operating

instructions.

Block access for unauthorised persons to the operating area of the installation before

starting maintenance or repair work. Display a sign drawing attention to the maintenance

or repair work.

Before carrying out any maintenance or repair work, switch off the electricity supply at the

main power switch and secure the switch with a padlock. The key to this lock must be

looked after by the person carrying out the maintenance or repair work. Failure to observe

these precautions may result in serious bodily injury or damage to property.

Before carrying out any maintenance or repair work, ensure that all the parts of the ma-

chine that may be touched have cooled down to room temperature.

Environmentally hazardous lubricants, coolants or cleaning agents must be disposed of

correctly.

6.2.4 Working on the electrical equipment

Work on the electrical system must be conducted by a qualified electrician who complies

with the electrotechnical rules.

Disconnect the machine from the power supply before working on the electrical system

and before lifting the cover panels. To do this, turn the local mains switch to OFF and en-

sure that it cannot be switched back on again.

Attach all cover panels before putting the machine back into operation.

Check the electrical equipment regularly.

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Tighten any loose connections.

Replace damaged lines/cables immediately.

Always keep the switch cabinet closed. Access is only permitted to authorised persons

with the key/tool.

Electrical parts, switch cabinets and other housings of electrical equipment must not be

sprayed with a water hose or high-pressure cleaner. (EN 60 335 and accident prevention

regulations-APR)

6.2.5 Before commissioning after maintenance and repair work

CAUTION!

Before commissioning, after maintenance and repair work:

 Check tightness of any screw connections that have been loosened.

 Ensure that removed sieves, protective screens and accident protection systems

have been re-installed.

After completion of maintenance or repair work and before re-commissioning the

round-belt conveyor, make sure that:

 All materials, tools and other equipment necessary for performing the mainte-

nance or repair work have been removed from the installation's operating area.

 Any liquids that may have escaped have been cleaned up.

 All safety systems for the installation operate perfectly.

6.2.6 Observe environmental protection regulations

For all work on or with the machine, observe legal requirements relating to the avoidance

of waste materials and to their recycling/removal.

In particular, during installation, repair and maintenance work, materials that could pollute

water such as:

 grease and oils

 hydraulic oils

 coolant

 cleaning fluids containing solvents

must not be allowed to pollute the soil or enter the sewage system. These materials must

be stored, shipped, collected and disposed of in suitable containers.

6.3 Instructions – tray infeed station

Please observe user instruction plates.

7 Assembly instructions (for a partially completed machine)

These apply where the MEIKO product is a partially completed machine according to the

Machinery Directive (Directive 2006/42/EC).

Please observe the following requirements when connecting MEIKO conveying technology

to an existing conveying system:

- The components must be aligned with one another, connected in an appropriate

manner, and fastened so that safe operation is assured. (The fastening options

are to be chosen in accordance with the locally available conditions).

- Dangers (e.g. drawing in, crushing, shearing or cutting) that could potentially

arise due to the fitting must be prevented appropriately.

- The electrical connection to the locally available supply grid, and any necessary

electrical connections, must be implemented in line with the enclosed wiring dia-

gram.

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- During installation, make sure that you avoid damage, in particular to the electri-

cal installation.

- After completing the work, check the system for damage.

- The safety and functional tests must at the latest be carried out when the whole

system is tested.

- The system is supplied with slide rails to optimise the transition point where

applicable.

Working on the electrical equipment

DANGER

Risk of injury due to electric shock

Any works on the installation's electrical equipment must be carried out by a

qualified electrician.

The wiring diagram for the partially completed machine delivered contains all necessary opera-

tional shut-offs known to the manufacturer MEIKO, as well as other known, necessary shut-offs

and electrical connections. The connections are clearly indicated in the wiring diagram. Always

make sure that these connections are implemented prior to commissioning the machine, and that

they work reliably.

If any further unknown sources of danger that are not described by MEIKO arise due to connecting

system parts, you must eliminate them and, in some cases, this may mean that the machine

cannot be commissioned.

8 Delivery, transport, installation and assembly

8.1 Delivery

Check that the delivery is complete immediately after receiving it by comparing it with

MEIKO contract confirmation and/or the delivery note.

If necessary, submit a claim for any missing parts immediately to the freight forwarder and

notify MEIKO.

Check the entire installation for any damage that may have occurred during shipping.

Should you suspect any damage has occurred during shipping, you should inform:

 The freight forwarder,

 MEIKO

in writing, and also send a photo of the damaged parts to MEIKO.

8.2 Transport

CAUTION!

In order to avoid damage to the machine and life-threatening injuries when moving the

system, the following requirements must be observed:

- Transport work must be performed only by appropriately qualified persons observing the

safety instructions.

For safe transport, the machine parts are supported by a special square-timber frame.

The installation must be transported in on this timber frame by means of a pallet jack or

fork stacker.

- Please also read the chapter “general safety instructions”.

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8.3 Installation and assembly

CAUTION!

MEIKO has prepared an installation drawing, according to your requests and ideas, show-

ing location, connected loads and energy consumption.

Installation and assembly work must be carried out as per the specifications on this instal-

lation drawing.

The conveying system must only be set up at the location intended in the installation draw-

ing using the intended feet or wall supports.

The equipment must be fastened to the floor so that it cannot be moved, particularly in the

pot wash area.

The installation area may only be changed with MEIKO's permission.

Should you wish to install and assemble the installation yourself, we would ask you to

request the comprehensive, detailed installation and assembly instructions.

In any case, the installation may be connected o n l y by technically competent personnel.

We do not accept any liability for damage caused by unprofessionally implemented con-

nection work.

8.4 Instructions for the disposal of packing material

 The special square timber frame, consisting of untreated, raw pine/spruce wood, can

be used as firewood or as building wood for DIY projects.

 The plastic sheeting (PE film) can be recycled.

 The cardboard packaging material used to protect the edges can also be recycled.

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9 Specific dangers

9.1 Accident protection at beginning of belt

If the accident protection system is removed from the beginning of the belt, this creates

the danger that someone reaching into the body of the round-belt conveyor from below

could have their hands caught and pulled inside, causing injury.

The photos show the position of the accident protection system and how it is assembled

at the top and bottom.

In order to avoid accident and injury, ensure that the accident protection system is not

removed.

9.2 Accident protection at the corner guide rollers

If the accident protection system is removed from the corner guide rollers, fingers are at

risk of being caught and injured.

The photos show the position and assembly of the accident protection system.

In order to avoid accident and injury, ensure that the accident protection system is not

removed.

Accident protection

system

Accident protection

system

Accident protection

system

Accident protection

system

Accident protection system

Accident

protection

system

Accident pro-

tection system

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9.3 Accident protection on the corners

The accident protection system on the corners is located on the underside of the belt.

If the accident protection system is removed from the corners, this creates the danger that

someone reaching into the body of the round-belt conveyor from below could have their

hands caught and pulled inside, causing injury.

The diagram shows the position and assembly of the accident protection system.

Ensure that .....

 The accident protection system is in-

stalled on the correct corner, facing in the

direction of round-belt transport, i.e. on the

corner where the round belt first touches

the pulley.

 The space between the round belt and the

accident protection system is no wider

than 4 mm.

In order to avoid accident and injury, ensure that the accident protection system is not

removed.

9.4 Cover panels on the vertical conveyor

The perforated cover panels on the vertical conveyor are also

a form of accident protection system.

In order to avoid accident and injury, ensure that the accident

protection system is not removed.

Accident protection

system

Accident protection

system

Direction of transport

Accident protection

system

max. 4 mm

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10 Product description

10.1 Structure

Beginning of belt

Infeed tunnel

Control panel on infeed tun-

nel

Vertical conveyor

Control panel on vertical

conveyor

Transition out of vertical

conveyor

Corner

Flat conveyor table

Height limitation switch

End of belt with pin limit

switch

Switch cabinet

Touch panel

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10.2 Control elements and details

10.2.1 Infeed

The following controls are to be found on the top of the infeed tunnel:

10.2.1.1 EMERGENCY STOP

Pressing this EMERGENCY STOP turns off the tray feed.

10.2.1.2 Height limiting light barrier

The height of tray loads is monitored by the height limiting light barrier. If this is activated,

the tray feed belt stops. Once the problematic load has been removed, the tray feed auto-

matically turns back on.

10.2.2 Infeed tunnel flap

The tunnel flap is secured with a safety switch

and can only be opened with a key.

The tunnel flap may only be opened by a

trained person.

This may be necessary if the installation's self-

monitoring system is turned off. In case of dan-

ger, activate the EMERGENCY STOP.

Height limiting light bar-

rier

EMERGENCY STOP

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10.2.3 Inspection doors on the vertical conveyor

The inspection doors on the vertical conveyor are secured with a lock and may be opened

at any time. An inspection flap is located behind the inspection doors and is secured with

a safety switch and a lock. During shut down, the inspection doors and the inspection flap

can be opened with the appropriate key in order to turn the machine back on.

The following controls are to be found behind

the inspection doors:

On/off key:

Conveyor up/down for inspection and cleaning purposes.

Light-up "acknowledge fault" key

for shut downs in the infeed and outfeed areas.

Once the machine has been turned back on again by removing a

tray or serviette, the inspection flap must be closed and the

"acknowledge" key pressed. Then the installation will work again.

EMERGENCY STOP

An EMERGENCY STOP is provided for safety. When activated,

this turns off only the operational area as defined by safety

technicians.

Following a shut down:

Open inspection door and inspection flap.

Remedy fault.

Close inspection flap and inspection door.

Press the "acknowledge" key on the nearest control panel.

The conveying system will turn back on automatically.

Following activation of the EMERGENCY STOP key:

The switch is released by turning the EMERGENCY STOP key to the right.

Press the "acknowledge" key on the electrical switch cabinet.

Press the ON key on the control panel to start up the installation.

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10.2.4 Exit tunnel

The inspection flap on the exit tunnel of the vertical conveyor is secured with a safety switch

and two locks. During maintenance works and errors, the inspection flap can be opened

with a key.

The inspection flap may only be opened by a trained person.

10.3 Check that all safety equipment is working

In order to avoid damage to the installation, injury or death:

 Prior to initial commissioning

 Prior to re-commissioning after a lengthy period out of operation

 Daily – before starting work –

sequentially check that all safety equipment is working properly.

All EMERGENCY STOP

switches

Height limitation switch

Pin limit switch

Control panel on vertical conveyor

CAUTION!

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10.4 Height limitation, control panel with indicator light

A control panel with integrated height limitation

switch is located at the end of the tableware clearing

section in the pot wash area.

The height limitation switch catches all items of ta-

bleware which protrude above the edge of the tray.

When the limit switch bracket is activated by a piece

of tableware, the installation switches off. Once the

offending item of tableware has been removed and

the limit switch bracket is freed, the installation au-

tomatically switches back on.

The control panel contains the control elements

On/Off, EMERGENCY STOP and, if available, a

toggle switch for the queuing function. The system

goes into operation when the ON key is pressed.

The system switches off when the OFF switch is

pressed.

When the EMERGENCY STOP key is pressed, only the operational area comes to a halt,

as defined by safety technicians. The switch is released by turning the EMERGENCY

STOP key to the right.

Press the "acknowledge" key on the electrical switch cabinet.

Press the ON key on the control panel to start up the installation. The control panel features

an indicator light to indicate when the conveying system has been shut down.

10.5 Turning back on after stopping due to operational needs

The installation features a self-protection mechanism to catch inconsistencies caused by

improper loading of trays with crockery, cutlery, serviettes etc. As far as possible, the in-

stallation detects improper feeding processes, as well as stacked and poorly loaded trays.

A notification is displayed on the touch panel for the purpose of locating the cause of the

shut down during food service as quickly as possible.

Further, a flashing light is located on the control panel in the tableware clearance section

to inform staff of a shut down.

Both the top and bottom end of the conveyor feature a locked inspection door or removable

panel. These areas contain groupings of switches with the following functions:

EMERGENCY STOP, ON/OFF switch, "acknowledge" key to start up installation.

10.5.1 Conveying system with suspended and clad tracks

When using a conveying system with clad tracks suspended from the ceiling or in another

hard-to-reach location, the following must be observed in order to turn the installation back

on after a stop due to operational needs or for cleaning or inspection:

 Switch off at the main switch.

 Trained, expert personnel to remove cladding or ceiling panels.

 Using an appropriate ladder or scaffolding attached/secured to a thread rod with

rope, turn installation back on or carry out inspection or cleaning work.

Flashing

light

ON key

OFF key

EMERGENCY

STOP

Toggle switch

Queuing function

Height limitation

switch

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10.5.2 Sequence of a shut down and turning back on

 The installation detects an irregularity and turns off.

 The first indication of a shut down of the conveying system is the flashing light

described above.

 The touch panel displays the location of and reason for the shut down.

 A person trained and authorised to work on the installation uses the door key to

reach the displayed location of the shut down.

 This person uses the key to open the inspection door and the inspection flap. The

installation remains still.

 The cause for the shut down, e.g. a serviette, must be removed. The trained per-

son now has to decide whether he/she is able to remove the cause of the shut

down personally.

1. Solve the problem causing the shut down and press the "acknowledge" key on

the nearest control panel.

The conveying system will turn back on automatically.

2. If the person cannot rectify the problem personally, the supervisor or technical ser-

vice must be called immediately.

3. Trolleys must be prepared to transport trays, etc.

4. Lock the doors.

An EMERGENCY STOP key is located with the installation's switches for the purposes of

inspection and testing.

Pay attention to the following chapters in these operating instructions:

 The hazard warnings in chapter 6

 The instructions on how to restart after a shut down in chapter 8

 Cleaning in chapter 10.

 Special functions: queuing function

The queuing function is turned on at quiet times for the pot wash.

When the queuing function is turned on, it is not necessary for a person to stand by the

tableware clearing section and continuously clear tableware.

The queuing function is turned on by pressing the

toggle switch next to the on and off switches on

the control panel.

Turn toggle switch for queue operation.

The first section of the conveyor Section I (tray in-

feed station) remains in operation.

The trays are conveyed as far as the queuing func-

tion-light barrier/light key at the end of section I.

When a tray activates the light barrier/light switch, the next conveying system, section II,

switches on. If the tray has passed through the light barrier/light switch, the section II con-

veying system stops. This creates a row of trays at narrow intervals.

If the first tray in the queue section activates the height limiting light barrier at the end of

the conveying system, the whole installation shuts down and a horn signal sounds. This

signal can be turned off by switching the queuing function to continuous operation.

Toggle switch for

queue operation or

continuous operation

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Meiko Round belt conveyor RF Operating instructions

Meiko Round belt conveyor RF Operating instructions

Meiko Round belt conveyor RF Operating instructions

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