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Meridian FC Series User Manual

Meridian FC Series
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SAFETY AND
OPERATIONS
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Meridian FC Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeFlow Computer
InputsAnalog, Digital, Pulse
Enclosure RatingNEMA 4X, IP66
CategoryIndustrial
Communication ProtocolsModbus
OutputsAnalog, Digital
Operating Temperature-40°C to +70°C

Summary

SAFETY SYMBOLS

Safety Alert Symbol Meaning

Explains the Safety Alert Symbol and its importance for personal safety.

Signal Words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION)

Defines signal words used to indicate hazard levels and potential consequences.

SAFETY & GENERAL SAFETY

Operator Responsibility

Emphasizes operator's responsibility for safe operation and familiarity with manual.

General Safety Precautions

Lists essential safety practices like reading manuals, having first-aid, wearing gear, and securing guards.

EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES

SAFETY TRAINING & SAFETY SIGNS

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS

Operator Qualifications

Defines requirements for qualified operators, including age, training, and understanding of instructions.

SAFETY GUARD DESCRIPTION

SAFETY SIGN LOCATIONS

Rotating Pulley Hazard Sign

Locates a DANGER sign for rotating pulley hazards and associated warnings.

Rotating Drive Hazard Sign

Locates a DANGER sign for rotating drive hazards and warnings about operating with shields removed.

BEFORE TRANSPORTING

DANGER: Electrocution Hazard

Warns about electrocution hazard from overhead obstructions and electrical wires during transport.

TRANSPORT PROCEDURE

DANGER: Slope Transport

Warns against transporting the conveyor on slopes exceeding 20 degrees due to tipping risk.

PLACEMENT

DANGER: Uneven Ground

Warns that uneven ground can cause tipping and injury during placement.

WARNING: Raisers Under Wheels

Prohibits using objects like wood blocks under wheels to increase height.

WARNING: Hydraulic Hose Valve

Warns about loss of hydraulic pressure if hose valve remains open, leading to unexpected lowering.

FINAL PLACEMENT

DANGER: Electrical Wires

Warns to avoid electrical wires and overhead obstructions during final placement.

DESIGNATED WORK AREA

Unauthorized Personnel Exclusion

Emphasizes keeping unauthorized personnel, especially children, out of the work area.

PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

CONVEYOR DRIVE LOCKOUT

Explains the importance of pre-inspecting the drive system and lockout procedures.

START UP & BREAK IN

Emergency Shutdown Preparation

Advises being prepared for emergency shutdowns due to vibration or noise during initial runs.

EVERYDAY OPERATION

WARNING: Keep Clear of Moving Parts

Warns to keep hands, clothing, and objects away from moving parts during operation.

WARNING: Anchoring and Support

Stresses the need for anchoring or supporting the conveyor during operation to prevent upending.

SHUT DOWN

EMERGENCY SHUT DOWN

Details immediate shutdown, lockout, and emptying procedures in emergencies.

CAUTION: Starting Under Load

Warns that starting under load can cause damage and requires checking for blockages.

LOWERING THE CONVEYOR

WARNING: Raised Position

Warns against leaving the conveyor in a raised position due to risk of rapid drop or upset.

GENERAL INFORMATION (HYDRAULICS)

Hydraulic Hose Safety

Emphasizes understanding safety precautions and daily visual checks for hydraulic hoses.

WARNING: Hydraulic Leaks

Warns about risks associated with hydraulic fluid leaks, including infection and toxic reaction.

WARNING: Valve Open

Warns that an open hydraulic valve can lead to unexpected lowering of the conveyor.

MAINTENANCE & LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT SAFETY

LOCK-OUT/TAG-OUT SAFETY

Outlines establishing a formal Lock-Out/Tag-Out program and training personnel.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

CONVEYOR BELT TENSION & ALIGNMENT

Belt Tensioning Guide (S-Drive)

Explains how to use the belt tensioning guide and decal on the S-drive.

Belt Alignment Checking

Describes how to check and set belt tracking on drive and idler rollers.

WARNING: Lock Out Power

Reinforces locking out power before belt alignment or tensioning.

Adjusting Belt Tracking

Details the process for adjusting belt tracking by loosening and tightening mounting bolts.

Belt Slippage Warning

Warns against operating with a slipping belt, as it can cause damage.

Belt Tensioning Instructions

Provides step-by-step instructions for adjusting conveyor belt tension.

CONVEYOR BELT REPLACEMENT

CONVEYOR BELT RELACING

DRIVE BELT TENSION & ALIGNMENT (ELECTRIC DRIVE)

TROUBLESHOOTING

Belt Slipping and Fraying

Addresses common belt issues like slipping, edge fraying, and looseness, providing solutions.