7.1 Mechanical Functions 7 Fault Finding
7.1.2 Smell
Cause Corrective action
Normal occurrence during start while the friction
blocks are slipping.
None.
If smell continues when separator is at full speed,
stop the separator and replace friction blocks.
Oil level in oil sump too low. Check oil level and add oil if necessary.
7.1.3 Noise
Cause Corrective action
Height position of paring disc is incorrect.
Stop the separator, measure and adjust the
height.
Bearing(s) damaged or worn.
Renew all bearings.
7.1.4 Speed too low
Cause Corrective action
Friction blocks are oily or worn.
Clean or renew friction blocks.
Bowl is not closed or leaking. Dismantle the bowl and check.
Motor failure.
Repair the motor.
Bearing(s) damaged.
Renew all bearings.
Incorrect transmission parts (60 Hz belt pulley
for 50 Hz power supply).
!
W
A
R
N
I
N
G
Stop and change the belt transmission to suit the
power supply frequency.
7.1.5 Speed too high
Cause Correct
ive action
Incorrect transmission parts (50 Hz belt pulley
for 60 Hz power supply).
!
W
A
R
N
I
N
G
Stop and change the belt transmission to suit the
power supply frequency.
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