Somat SPC50 - Pulping Rate and Vortex Issues

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Pulper operates
but pulping rate is
low.
1. Plugging of sizing ring.
1. Check stationary blades and ears. If
dull, replace. Refer to Pulper maintenance
section. Check water level control - it may
be adjusted too low. See previous section.
2. Worn or missing
impeller blades.
2. Refer to Pulper maintenance section for
replacement procedure.
3. Worn or missing
stationary blades.
3. Adjust or replace blades in accordance
with Pulper maintenance section of
manual.
4. Excessive foaming.
4. Add a de-foamer or any other suitable
commercial preparation.
5. Sluggish vortex:
.
a. See Previous section.
b. Overload of waste.
b. Revise waste feeding rate (see
Feeding Instructions, Section 4).
6. Clogged or worn
pump.
6. See pump section for require
corrective action.
7. Clogged slurry lines.
7. Check individual cleanouts for loss of
pressure to locate blockage. Remove
blockage.