Chapter 5 Startup and Operation
This chapter describes how to safely startup and operate the hot runner. Follow these instructions
along with any in the machine manufacturer’s documentation.
NOTE:
If the hot runner is installed in a Husky machine, refer to the startup instructions in the machine
manufacturer’s documentation.
To startup the hot runner for operation, perform the following procedures in order:
Step Task Reference
1 Prepare the hot runner Section 5.1
2 Heat up the mold, hot runner and machine Section 5.2
3 Precharge the hot runner with resin Section 5.3
4 Produce test parts Section 5.4
IMPORTANT!
The mold and hot runner must be installed properly by qualied personnel before production
begins.
5.1 Preparing the Hot Runner
To prepare the hot runner for startup, do the following:
1. Lock out and tag the machine and controller (if equipped). Refer to Section 2.5 for more
information.
2. Make sure the mold and hot runner are installed properly.
3. Make sure the heaters and thermocouples are connected to the machine or a controller.
4. Make sure the resin type in the machine matches the required type indicated on the hot
runner nameplate. Refer to Section 1.7 for more information about the nameplate.
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