Mchine ste-up and preliminary checks
Preliminary checks (1)
Compressor oil level check:
- The lubricant level must be on the max. mark engraved on the dipstick (1);
- If necessary, top up with SHELL RIMULA EXTRA D15W40 or equivalent.
*The level must never exceed the max. mark.
Preliminary checks (2)
Checking the reduction gearbox oil level:
- Check the level using the sight glass (1) on the side;
- If necessary, top up using the appropriate cap (2) with ELF POLYTELIS 100 oil or equivalent.
Preliminary checks (3)
Lubrication water level check:
- Check that the piston lubrication water tank is full and that the water is clean (1), top up the level if necessary;
- In winter, add a small amount of antifreeze to prevent ice from forming, or drain the water at the end of each job from the lower tap.
Safety screw check:
- Check that the safety screw (2) that locks the protective cover is fixed and tightened correctly.
Preliminary checks (4)
The red emergency button allows the immediate stop of the electric motor.
Make sure that the red emergency button (3) is not pressed. If it is, turn it to unlock it.
Preliminary checks (5)
Preliminary checks (6)
Checking the inspection caps:
Make sure that the inspection caps (1) of the machine are perfectly locked.
Perform this operation using the special key (2) supplied with the plastering machine to tighten the U-bolts by acting on the ring nuts.
Preliminary checks (7)
Connect the power cable to the socket (1) located on the machine frame.
Connect the machine to a 32A, 400V power source.
Required power cable:
- 4x4mm for distances up to 20m;
- 4x6mm for distances up to 50m;
- 4x10mm for distances up to 100m.
If using a three-phase generator, the minimum size required is 20 KVA.
Preliminary checks (8)
Connecting the material hose and air hose:
- Connect the material hose to the pump outlet and the gun;
- Connect the air hose to the pump outlet and the gun;
- Open the air valve on the gun.
Preliminary checks (9)
Check the direction of rotation of the motor:
- Turn the main switch (1) to position "1" and check that the motor rotates in the direction indicated by the arrow located on the belt guard;
- If necessary, switch off the motor and reverse the direction of rotation by acting on the power switch.
Preliminary checks (10)
Hopper safety grid:
If the emergency light is on on the electrical panel, it could mean that the safety grid on the hopper is not positioned correctly or has been lifted. In this case, reposition the grid in the correct position, set the main switch to "1" and restart operations.
Mixer safety grid
If the emergency light is on on the panel, it could mean that the safety grid on the mixer is not positioned correctly or has been lifted. In this case, reposition it in the correct position, set the main switch to "1" and restart the operations.