ROTOGRAN

GRANULATOR
OPERATING
MANUAL
WO Series Machines

Rotogran International Inc.

3 Bradwick Drive
Concord, Ontario, L4K 2T4
CANADA
Phone: (905)-738-0101
Fax: (905)-738-5750
E-mail: sales@rotogran.com
www.rotogran.com

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 Table of Contents.
1. Introduction Pages 2-3

2. Technical specifications Pages 4-8

3. Transporting and Lifting Page 9

4. Installation and Start-up Pages 10-15

5. Safety System Pages 16

6. Safety Instructions Pages 17-18

7. General Maintenance Pages 19-22

8. Open and close for service Pages 23-28

9. Remove, Sharpen, Set, and Install

Blades Pages 29-35

10. Remove, Install, and Tension

Drive Belts Pages 36-37

11. Spare parts Page 38

12. Troubleshooting Pages 39-40

13. Torque specifications Pages 41-42

NTN Lubrication Instructions Pages 43-50

US Motors Instructions Pages 51-52

Warranty Page 53

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 1. Introduction.

Congratulations! Thank you for purchasing this new granulator,

manufactured by Rotogran International Inc., leader in design and
manufacturing of quality plastics size reduction products.

This Operating and Maintenance Manual contains important

information for installation, start-up and maintenance, of your granulator.

You must read and understand this Operating and Maintenance Manual
thoroughly, and follow all the operating instructions.

All procedures contained herein should be followed before attempting

to use your new Rotogran granulator. Failure to do so can result in serious
personal injury, property damage, or void the warranty.

Reasonable care and simple preventive maintenance, will maintain

efficiency, longer life and minimum down time. Maximize the
performance of your granulator, by using it properly, and giving it the
proper care.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING THE SAFE

OPERATION OF YOUR NEW ROTOGRAN GRANULATOR,

STOP!

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE.

CALL YOUR LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE,
OR:

Rotogran International Inc.

3 Bradwick Drive
Concord, Ontario, L4K 2T4
CANADA
Phone: (905)-738-0101
Fax: (905)-738-5750
E-mail: sales@rotogran.com
www.rotogran.com

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Rotogran granulators are designed to granulate plastic scrap resulting
from the production of injection molded, blow molded, extruded,
thermoformed, and other processed parts.

The size, configuration, horsepower and throughput of the machine is

designed and adapted to suit the type and configuration of the plastic scrap
the customer specified on ordering.

Introduction of any materials or products other than which the granulator

was designed for, may void the warranty.
Please contact Rotogran International Inc. for approval, before
introducing these parts into the machine.

The plastic scrap must be free from contaminants such as, any kind of
metal, sand, stone, glass, flammable or explosive substances, etc.

Introducing any contaminants into the granulator can result in serious

personal injury, property damage, damage to the machine, or poor
performance of the machine.

With the objective of preventing personal injury, property damage or poor

performance, and for the warranty to remain valid, any modifications,
changes, additions, or conversions on any part of the granulator, is subject
to the written approval of Rotogran International Inc.

All installation work, electrical interconnections, startup of the machine,

and other servicing work should be carried out by persons with relevant
technical training or corresponding professional experience.

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2. Technical Specifications.
Dimensions ……………………………………………2.1

Specifications…………………………………………. 2.2

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 2.1 - Dimensions:

Machine WO-1418 WO-1424 WO-1430 WO-1442 WO-1456

A 62” 62" 61" 63" 69"
B 61” 61” 61" 58" 41"
C 76” 76” 76" 73" 41"
D 38” 44” 46" 66" 108"
E 20” 26” 26" 43" 56"
Dimensions to chamber top * = No Hopper

Machine WB-1460 WO-2224 WO-2236 WO-2248 WO-3036 WO-3052 WO-3065

A 68” 85” 93” 93" 112” 112” 112”
B 40 * 76” 78” 78" 102” 102” 102”
C 40 * 103” 104” 104" 132” 132” 132”
D 84” 46” 59” 71" 77” 94” 109”
E 62” 27” 40” 51" 40” 56” 69”

Please note that all dimensions are based on standard machine configurations and are
subject to change without notice.

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2.2 - Specifications:

Motor: 60Hz WO-1418 284T 25hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

286T 30hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-1424 284T 25hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

286T 30hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-1430 286T 30hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

324T 40 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-1442 324T 40 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

326T 50 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-1456 364T 60 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

365T 75 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WB-1460 365T 75 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

405T 100 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-2224 324T 40 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

326T 50 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-2236 364T 60 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

365T 75 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-2248 365T 75 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

405T 100 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-3036 405T 100 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

444T 125 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60
447T 150 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-3052 444T 125 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

445T 150 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60
447T 200 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

WO-3065 447T 200 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

449 250 hp 1750 rpm 575-480/3/60

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Specifications (continued):
Throat size WO-1418 14” deep, 18” wide
WO-1424 14” deep, 24” wide
WO-1430 14" deep, 30" wide
WO-1442 14" deep, 42" wide
WO-1456 14" deep, 56" wide
WB-1460 16” deep, 60” wide
WO-2224 22” deep, 24” wide
WO-2236 22” deep, 36” wide
WO-2248 22" deep, 48" wide
WO-3036 30” deep, 36” wide
WO-3052 30” deep, 52” wide
WO-3065 30” deep, 65” wide

Rotor Speed: WO-1418 689 rpm

WO-1424 689 rpm
WO-1430 743 rpm
WO-1442 653 rpm
WO-1456 653 rpm
WB-1460 650 rpm
WO-2224 674 rpm
WO-2236 674 rpm
WO-2248 674 rpm
WO-3036 467 rpm
WO-3052 467 rpm
WO-3065 467 rpm

Number of Blades:
WO-1418 (3-Blade rotor) Rotor 3 Bed 2
WO-1424 (3-Blade rotor) Rotor 6 Bed 2
WO-1430 (3-Blade rotor) Rotor 9 Bed 4
WO-1442 (3-Blade rotor) Rotor 9 Bed 6
WO-1456 (5-Blade rotor) Rotor 20 Bed 8
WB-1460 (5-Blade rotor) Rotor 25 Bed 10
WO-2224 (3-Blade rotor) Rotor 6 Bed 2
(5-Blade rotor) Rotor 10 Bed 2
WO-2236 (3-Blade rotor) Rotor 9 Bed 4
(5-Blade rotor) Rotor 15 Bed 4
WO-2248 (3 Blade rotor) Rotor 12 Bed 4
(5 Blade rotor) Rotor 20 Bed 4

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Specifications (continued):

WO-3036 (5-Blade rotor) Rotor 15 Bed 4

WO-3052 (5-Blade rotor) Rotor 20 Bed 4
WO-3052 (5-Blade rotor) Rotor 20 Bed 4
WO-3065 (5-Blade rotor) Rotor 25 Bed 6

Throughput: WO-1418 600 to 1100 lbs/hr

WO-1424 800 to 1500 lbs/hr
WO-1430 900 to 1500 lbs/hr
WO-1442 1100 to 1800 lbs/hr
WO-1456 1400 to 2000 lbs/hr
WB-1460 1000 to 2000 lbs/hr
WO-2224 1200 to 2400 lbs/hr
WO-2236 1800 to 3200 lbs/hr
WO-2248 2000 to 3400 lbs/hr
WO-3036 2800 to 3800 lbs/hr
WO-3052 3200 to 4800 lbs/hr
WO-3065 3600 to 5500 lbs/hr

Please note that throughput varies and depends on screen hole size, feeding method,
plastic type and size, and evacuation system.

Weight: WO-1418 2500 lbs

WO-1424 3200 lbs
WO-1430 4500 lbs
WO-1442 5000 lbs
WO-1456 6000 lbs
WB-1460 7000 lbs
WO-2224 5200 lbs (5800 lbs with double flywheel)
WO-2236 6500 lbs (7500 lbs with double flywheel)
WO-2248 7800 lbs (8800 lbs with double flywheel)
WO-3036 18000 lbs
WO-3052 20000 lbs
WO-3065 22000 lbs

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3. Receiving, Transporting and Lifting.

Be aware! This granulator is heavy and the weight point is

unequal!
See specifications section for the weight of your machine.

The machine should be lifted and handled by an appropriate

fork-lift truck, and the work should be carried out by persons
with relevant technical training or corresponding professional
experience only.

Failure to do so can result in serious personal injury, and or

property damage.

Any apparent or suspected damage to the equipment during

transportation should be immediately reported to both, the carrier
and Rotogran International Inc. Digital photos should be taken if
digital camera is available.

Upon delivery, all equipment furnished should be carefully

inventoried against shipping documents. Any shortages must be
reported immediately to both, the carrier and Rotogran
International Inc.

The front side of the machine is normally heavier than the rear
side due to the location of the rotor in the cutting chamber.

Drive the fork-lift truck forks under the machine frame from the
front (see illustration #1)

Illustration #1

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4. Installation & Start Up
Locate & Level…………………………………….......4.1

Electrical connection ………………………………….4.2

Clean-up ………………………………………………4-3

Start-up ………………………………………………. 4-4

Feeding the granulator ………………………………...4.5

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4.1 - Locate and Level

Prior to locating the machine check and make sure that the floor
is sufficiently strong for the granulator
and reasonably straight.

Lift the machine with care, and carefully transport and locate it
to the place of use.

Place the machine in the desired location, and level it (both

plains) by raising or lowering the vibration/leveling pads
(See Illustration #2). All pads should be adjusted to take up
load.

Machines equipped with casters and do not need leveling.

After leveling the machine make sure all the lock-nuts on the
vibration/leveling pads are properly tightened.

Be aware! This granulator is heavy and the weight point is

unequal!
Before you attempt to lift the machine, see “specifications”
section for the weight of your machine.

Illustration #2 Enlarged view of pad

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4.2 - Electrical connection.

All required electrical work must be done by a qualified

electrician.

Consult electrical schematic.

Connect the machine to an approved disconnect switch which

will supply power to the machine (size to be matched to the
machine requirements)

Disconnect must be fused type, three (3) pole.

Ensure machine has good ground connection.

Close hopper and lock.

In order to activate safety limit switches, front doors must be

closed tight.

Turn power ON, and start machine.

Check for proper rotation of all motors. Turn main power “OFF”
and switch supply wiring if any motor is rotating to the wrong
direction.
(See Illustration #3)

Motor overload has been set to ensure proper motor protection.

DO NOT ADJUST OVERLOAD SETTINGS

If motor stops, do not attempt to restart.

Check if motor overload is tripped.
Check for loose connections.
Check power supply.
Check fuses.
Check motor connection diagram.
If fault is not found, call an electrician.

All required electrical work must be done by a qualified

electrician.

Always operate the machine in a safe manner.

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 DRIVE SIDE THIS SIDE

Illustration #3
(motor rotation)

4.3 - Inspection and Clean-up.

Only qualified and competent personnel should be curried

out any procedures on this machine.

Ensure all Limit Switches are engaged.

Ensure all motors are rotating to the right direction.

(See Illustration #3)

Open the front doors (See instructions).

Remove material collection bin and clean it thoroughly

(See instructions).

Unlock and drop the Screen Cradle (See instructions).

Disconnect main electrical power and lock power out..

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4.3 - Inspection and Clean-up (continued).

Ensure that the Cutting Chamber of the machine is completely

clean and free from any foreign items

Remove any foreign items and blow air through rotor and
Cutting Chamber using shop compressed air.

REMEMBER!!!
Blades are extremely sharp!!! Great care should be taken to
prevent contact with the cutting edge of the blades.
Proper gloves should be worn anytime the blades are torqued or
handled.

4.4 - Start-up.

Reinstall material collection bin.

Raise and lock Screen Cradle (See instructions).

Close the frond doors tightly.

Make sure all limit switches are properly engaged

Unlock, and switch “ON” electrical power.

Start the granulator.

Rotogran recommends that ear and eye protection should be

used during granulation, by all operators, and personnel
working near the machine.

Allow machine to idle for a half hour, and observe for unusual
noises, or excessive vibrations.

If unusual noises occur, investigate to find the source of the

noise, by ensuring the belts are properly tensioned, the motor is
properly tighten on its base, and all guards are properly fastened..

If excessive vibration occurs, ensure that all Vibration Pads are

properly adjusted to carry out load, and locked.

Check the evacuation system, make sure the evacuation route is

clear, and the blower is rotating to the right direction.
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 Your granulator is now ready to go into production.

All personnel associated with the operation, maintenance or

service of this machine should be thoroughly trained on the
correct use, and the dangers associated with this granulator.
Only persons with relevant technical training or corresponding
professional experience should be assigned to work on the
granulator

4.5 - Feeding material into the granulator..

Over-feeding your granulator may result in motor overload,
jamming of the rotor, or melting of the plastic scrap into the
cutting chamber.

Using a variable speed belt conveyor will enable you to control

the feeding of the plastic scrap into the granulator. It could also
be automated to slow down or stop feeding when the AMPS of
the motor reach a preset zone.

In order to prevent blade damage, do not introduce any

contaminants into the cutting chamber of the granulator. A metal
detection system will prevent any metals from going into the
machine.

Confirm that the blower system is properly evacuating the

granules from the granule collection bin.

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5. Safety System.
All Rotogran International Inc. granulators are equipped with
safety features to cut-off power if attempt is made to open the
doors or the hopper while the machine is operating.

Limit Switch “A” is activated by the drive side door, by an

(adjustable) screw after door is firmly closed.

Limit Switch “B” is activated by the idler side door, by an

(adjustable) screw after door is firmly closed.

Limit Switch “C” is activated by the hopper, by an (adjustable)

screw after hopper is firmly closed and bolted down.

The limit switch adjusting screws are pre adjusted at the factory.

Never attempt to override the limit switches, or any

other safety feature of the granulator.

After switching power off, wait for one minute, for the
rotor to stop, before opening doors or hopper.

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 6. Safety Instructions.
The following safety instructions should be strictly followed when
operating, servicing, or maintaining the granulator.

 At least one Emergency Stop shall always be at sight and

within the operator’s reach.

 All electrical connection and wiring to be done by a qualified

electrician and according to the local codes.

 Never attempt to bypass the Safety limit switches or any other

safety feature or device of the granulator.

 In order to prevent the risk of an explosion, never introduce

into the granulator flammable material, or material
contaminated with flammable substances or liquids.

 Never allow anyone to enter the cutting chamber, even if power

is locked. The rotor will rotate if stepped on, and the blades
will pinch body parts, resulting in very serious personal injury.

 Never leave the granulator without proper supervision while

the doors are open and the screen cradle lowered. Unauthorized
or curious personnel could suffer serious injury if they insert
fingers or arms into the cutting chamber.

 All personnel operating, servicing or maintaining the

granulator, and all personnel working near the machine.
must use eye and ear protection.

 Always use protective gloves when handling the blades. Blades

are extremely sharp and could cause serious personal injury if
handled improperly..

 Never attempt to stop the rotor by hand when is moving, even

when is moving very slowly. The rotor, belts, and flywheels

 are generating great inertia. Failing to observe this safety

precaution could result in serious injury.

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 6. Safety Instructions (continued).

In order to avoid serious personal injury, only one person

should be allowed to handle the rotation of the rotor during
blade change, cleaning the cutting chamber, or inspecting the
blades.

 Blades are extremely hard, and could brake if dropped. Always

handle blades carefully and always use proper gloves.

 There is a pinch risk of fingers, between the drive belt and the
motor sheave or flywheel, at the inspection and/or tensioning
of the drive belts.

 To minimize the risk of slipping maintain the floors around the

granulator clean and free from granules.

If your machine is equipped with a blower,

 Never start the blower with out the inlet and outlet pipes
installed. WARNING! Due to the very high suction power,
objects and clothing can easily be sucked into the blower inlet,
causing serious injury. Granules and/or other objects which
have been sucked into the blower will be thrown out from the
outlet port at an extremely high speed, resulting in serious
personal injury.

All personnel associated with the operation, maintenance or

service of this machine should be thoroughly trained on the
correct use, and the dangers associated with this granulator.
Only persons with relevant technical training or corresponding
professional experience should be assigned to work on the
granulator.

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7. General Maintenance.

1. Daily Inspection ………………………….…7.1

2. Monthly Inspection ………………………...7.2

3. Three months inspection. ………………….7.3

4. Six months or 2000 hours inspection…..…..7.4

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7.1 - Daily inspection

Your machine should be inspected daily for loose external

fasteners. Tighten any loose bolts.

Your machine should be inspected daily for unusual noises.

Locate the noise source and repair accordingly.

Your machine should be inspected daily for unusual vibrations.

Inspect Vibration Pads, adjust and tighten accordingly.
(See Illustration #2)

Your machine should be inspected daily for excessive heat on the

cutting chamber sides and bearings.
Locate source and repair accordingly.

Check for oil leaks from the hydraulic system.

If oil is leaking, repair accordingly

Make sure the area around the machine is always clean and the
floor is free from granules. Granules make the floors very
slippery.

Wipe/Blow clean all external surfaces of the granulator.

Rotogran recommends that ear and eye protection should be

used during granulation, by all operators, and personnel
working near the machine.

Reasonable care and simple preventive maintenance, will

maintain efficiency, longer life and minimum down time.
Maximize the performance of your granulator, by using it
properly, and giving it the proper care.

7.2 - Monthly inspection.

Visually inspect the sharpness of your blades every month, or

every 250 hours of operation.. Remember! Sharp blades set to
the proper gap will cut the material, instead of tearing it,
resulting in cleaner granules and less fines.
Re-sharpen blades as necessary (See section # 9-3)
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 Visually inspect the screen and clean any holes that have been
plugged with plastic. The holes must be round. If the holes are
elongated it is time to replace the screen.

Inspect the drive belts for tension and condition, and adjust or
replace them if necessary (See section # 10)

7.3 - Three month inspection.

Grease the bearings (See instructions and grease properties)

Never over grease the bearings. Over greased bearings will
over heat, resulting in seal breakage, leak of the liquefied
grease, and seizing of the bearings.

Visually inspect the condition of the motor.

Listen for unusual noises.

Make sure the air intake grill is clean and unobstructed.

Grease the bearings following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Ensure all fastening hardware is properly tightened.

Ensure motor adjusting screws are tightened.

7.4 - Six months or 2000 hour inspection.

Visually inspect the whole granulator externally.

Look for any loose items and tighten as necessary.

Stop the machine, disconnect, and lock-out power.

Open the doors (See instructions Section # 8.1 ).

Remove material collection bin.

Unlock and lower screen cradle (See instructions section #8.2).

Visually inspect cutting chamber and rotor for unusual wear.

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 Check condition, and torque all blade bolts.
(See chart #13 for torque values).

Ensure all blade adjusting screws are properly tightened

(See Instructions # 15 section#9).

REMEMBER!!!
Blades are extremely sharp!!! Great care should be taken to
prevent contact with the cutting edge of the blades.
Proper gloves should be worn anytime the blades are torqued or
handled.

Clean-up cutting chamber and rotor by blowing through, shop

compressed air.

Raise screen cradle (See instructions section # 9.4).

Insert lock pins and tighten all bolts

(See Illustration #5 section #8).

Insert material collection bin.

Close doors firmly making sure the limit switches are activated.

Unlock power and start the machine.

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8. Service.
Opening procedure ……………………………….....8.1

Removing the Cradle ………………………….……8.2

Closing procedure …………………………………..8.3

Removing the Rotor Blade ………………….……...8.4

Removing the Bed Blades...………………………...8.5

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8.1 - Opening procedure.

 Stop granulator. Disconnect and lock-out power.

 Wait for the rotor to stop (approximately one minute).

 Push doors in with one hand, and pull the latch with the
other (See Illustration # 4).

 Open both doors all the way.

 Clean plastic off the screen and cradle.

 Remove material collection bin.

 Lift up and pull inwards both cradle lock pins (See

Illustration # 5).

 Remove all lock nuts, loosen all flange nuts, and push all
eyebolts into their corresponding spring clips (See
Illustration # 6).

 Go to the hydraulic control box (Illustration # 7).

and push the “DOWN” Button until screen cradle is all
the way to the down. position (Illustration # 8).
Only if your machine is equipped with hydraulics.

 If your machine is not equipped with hydraulics,

carefully lower screen cradle all the way to the down
position and pull it out by following the instructions in
section 8.2

 The machine is now open, and ready for service.

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Illustration # 4 Illustration # 5

Illustration # 6 Illustration # 7

8.2

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Illustration # 8 Illustration # 8A

Illustration # 9 Illustration # 10

8.2 - Removing Screen and Cradle.

 Lift Screen out of the Cradle and place it safely

away from the granulator (See Illustration #8A).

 Remove Access cover form the back panel of the

machine, and remove the (2) pins that hold the
hydraulic cylinders onto the Cradle (only if your
machine is equipped with hydraulics)
(See Illustration # 9).

 Remove the Cradle by unhooking it from the Cradle

hinges, and pull it out of the machine.
(See Illustration #10).

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8.3 - Closing procedure.

 Make sure the cutting chamber and all other areas inside
the granulator are cleared from granules and/or any other
matters.

 Install the Cradle on the Cradle hinges, and insert

cylinder pins thought he rear access opening. (only if
your machine is equipped with hydraulics)

 Install access cover in the back panel of the machine.

(only if your machine is equipped with hydraulics)

 Unlock and connect electrical power.

Go to the hydraulic control box and push the “UP”
button until cradle is all the way up (only if your
machine is equipped with hydraulics)
(See Illustration # 11).

 If your machine is not equipped with hydraulics, do

not connect electrical power, until you carefully lift
screen cradle all the way up and lock it.
(See Illustration # 12).

 Push down all eyebolts into their corresponding slots and

start gradually tightening the nuts, switching from one to
another, until the cradle locating pins can easily be hand
pushed into their corresponding holes.
(See Illustration # 12).

 Push locating pins all the way into the hole and push the
pin handle downwards into the slot.
(See Illustration #12).

 Insert material collection bin.

 Close drive side door first.

 Close idler side door tightly.

 Start machine.

 The machine is now closed and ready for production.

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 All installation work, electrical interconnections, startup of the
machine, and other servicing work should be carried out by
persons with relevant technical training or corresponding
professional experience.

Illustration # 11 Illustration # 12

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 9. Remove, Set, and Install Blades.

9.1 - Removing the Rotor Blades.

REMEMBER!!!
Always remove Rotor Blades first.
Blades are extremely sharp!!! Great care should be taken to
prevent contact with the cutting edge of the blades.
Proper gloves should be worn anytime the blades are torqued or
handled.

CAUTION!!!
Extreme caution must be taken when Rotor Blades are removed or installed.
Adding or subtracting Blades is changing the balance of the Rotor, and the
Rotor will rotate with the DANGER of causing extreme personal injury.

 Open granulator by following the instructions in section

8.2 of this Manual.

 Turn rotor to the position most comfortable and safe to

use a socket.

 Using wood blocks to prevent Rotor from turning during

un tightening of the bolts, block the Rotor as shown
(See Illustration # 13).

 Break loose all bolts in the front row. Hold each blade
from the bottom, (opposite the sharp edge), remove the
bolts one at the time, and place the blade in a safe place.
(See Illustration # 13A and 14).

 Repeat the above procedure for the remaining rows of

blades, by removing the wood, repositioning the rotor to
gain access to the next row of Blades, and blocking it
with the same wood blocks to prevent it from rotating.

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CAUTION!!!
Extreme caution must be taken when Rotor Blades are removed or installed.
Adding or subtracting Blades is changing the balance of the Rotor, and the
Rotor will rotate with the DANGER of causing extreme personal injury.

Illustration # 13 Illustration # 13A

Illustration # 14

9.2 - Removing the Bed Blades.

REMEMBER!!!
Always remove all Rotor Blades first.
Blades are extremely sharp!!! Great care should be taken to
prevent contact with the cutting edge of the blades.
Proper gloves should be worn anytime the blades are torqued or
handled.

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  After removing all Rotor Blades, turn rotor to the
position most comfortable and safe to use a socket.

 Remove all Blade adjusting screws situated over the

top Blade Block, and break loose all bolts holding the
Blades. (See Illustration #15). Hold each blade from
the bottom, (opposite the sharp edge), remove the
bolts one at the time, and place the blade in a safe
place.

 Remove screen cradle (see instructions section 8.2)

 Repeat the above procedure for the bottom Blade

Block (See Illustration #16).

Illustration #15 Illustration #16

9.3 - Sharpening the Blades.

 All Rotogran International Inc. Blades are made from

D2 tool steel, are totally harden to 58/59 Rc., double
drawn, Cryogenically treated, and precision ground.

 Re-sharpening the Blades should be done by an

experienced Blade sharpening company.

 Heat is developed during the sharpening process. If

the Blades are not properly cooled the heat will burn

and soften the cutting edges. A soft edge will result in

dull Blades within minutes of operation.

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Sharpening the Blades (continued).
 A proper Blanchard grinding machine, with the
proper grinding stones, is required to properly sharpen
the granulator Blades.

 Grind only the marked surfaces, and observe the

minimum dimensions the Blades could be ground to.
Illustration #17, and chart Section #13-3

 In order to maintain accuracy, all Rotor Blades should

be ground together, as a set, and in one set-up. If the
width of all Rotor Blades is not exactly the same, it
will be impossible to set the proper gap (+/-0.008 to
0.010) between the Rotor and Bed Blades.

 In order to minimize down time always have a

spare set of Blades (Rotor and Bed) sharpen and
stored.

 While stored, always protect the cutting edge of the

sharpen blades by applying tape on it. Also a rust
inhibitor agent should be applied on all Blade
surfaces.

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 9.4 - Installing and Setting all Blades.

REMEMBER!!!
Always install bed Blades first.
Blades are extremely sharp!!! Great care should be taken to
prevent contact with the cutting edge of the blades.
Proper gloves should be worn anytime the blades are torqued or
handled.

Each Rotogran International Inc. granulator is equipped with two sets of

Blades. One set of Stationary (Bed Blades), and one set of Rotating
(Rotor Blades).

CAUTION!!!
Extreme caution must be taken when Rotor Blades are removed or installed.
Adding or subtracting Blades is changing the balance of the Rotor, and the
Rotor will rotate with the DANGER of causing extreme personal injury.

 Wipe clean all Blades and bring them close to the

granulator.

 Inspect and clean all Blade seats, tapped holes,

and bolts.

 Place the Bed Blades, one at the time, in their

respective position and install all the bolts, finger
tight.

 Install all the Bed Blade set screws, finger tight,

pushing the Blades as far back as the slot allows..

 Turn rotor to a position most comfortable and safe

to use a socket.

 Using wood blocks to prevent Rotor from turning

during tightening of the bolts block the Rotor as
shown (See Illustration #13).

 Hold each Rotor Blade from the bottom (See

Illustration #14), place it in position, and insert
the mounting bolts finger tight.

 ALL ROTOR BLADES HAVE A FIXED SEAT

POSITION AND CAN NOT BE ADJUSTED.

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Blades are extremely sharp!!! Great care should be taken to
prevent contact with the cutting edge of the blades.
Proper gloves should be worn anytime the blades are torqued or
handled.
 Tight all bolts lightly and then tap each Blade
with a lead mallet to ensure proper seating
against the Rotor,

 Using a properly calibrated torque wrench, torque

all the bolts to the specified torque (See Torque
Specifications).

 Remove all blocks of wood used to prevent Rotor

from Turning.

 Move the Bed Blades within 1/16” from the Rotor

Blades and tight all the bolts lightly.

 Tightening or loosing the set screws to push or

pull the Blades, adjust the clearance between the
Bed, and the Rotor Blades to 0.008” to 0.010”,
using a filler gage to confirm the gap (See
Illustration #15 and 15A).

Illustration #15

 Using a properly calibrated torque wrench,

torque all the bolts to the specified torque (See
Torque Specifications).

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 To avoid chipping the Blades during the gap adjusting process,
rotate the Rotor only backwards (Counter-clockwise looking at
the Rotor from the driven flywheel).

NOTE: Every time there is a Blade change, replace any bolts that are
damaged. Replace all bolts every third (3rd) Blade change.

Illustration 15A

VERY IMPORTANT!!!

All bolts must be tightened to the recommended torque.

(See Torque Specifications below). A properly calibrated Torque
Wrench MUST be used to tighten all Blade holding bolts.

If a torque wrench is not used to tighten the bolts, or if bolts are not
tightened to the specified torque, they might become loose during
granulation and damage the blades and/or the machine.

Use only certified grade 9 high strength bolts for mounting the Blades.
The use of uncertified or inferior bolts will result in false torque
readings and/or damage to the Rotor’s tapped holes.

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10. Removing, Installing and Tensioning
Drive Belts.

Illustration 16

 Disconnect, and lock-out electrical power.

 Remove the belt guard.

 Loosen all (4) Motor tightening Screws (See

Illustration #16).

 Turn the Motor Adjusting Screws, evenly,

counter clock wise, pushing the motor as far as
the slots on the motor base will allow (See
Illustration #16).

 Remove the old belts carefully, keeping hands

away from the flywheel or the motor sheave.
CAUTION!!! PINCH RISK.

 Install new belts keeping hands away from the

flywheel or the motor sheave. CAUTION!!!
PINCH RISK.

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 Removing, Installing, and Tensioning drive belts, continued

 Turn the Motor Adjusting Screws clock wise,

pulling the motor evenly until the drive Belts are
tighten (See Illustration #16 and 16A).

 Load each belt midway between flywheel and

motor sheave as noted on load chart page
13.4).

 All guards MUST be installed before electrical

power is connected to the machine.

 NEVER operate the granulator with the guards

removed.

The key to long, efficient trouble free belt operation is proper tension. If belts are too
loose the result is slippage, rapid belt and sheave wear. Conversely, too much tension
imposes excessive strain on belts, bearings and adjacent drive components, resulting in
premature wear of one, or all of the drive parts. The proper tension is the lowest tension
at which the belts won’t slip or “squeal” under peak load.

Run machine for ten (10) minutes to seat the belts and then re-check the tension as
per chart page 13.4.

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11. Spare parts (recommended).
In order to minimize down time, the following spare parts
are recommended to be purchased with the Granulator.
Use only genuine parts from Rotogran International Inc.
Call (905) 738-0101 or e-mail to info@rotogran.com

When ordering please have the following information ready:

 Machine Model.
 Machine Serial number.

 Door Limit switch –Drive side.

 Door Limit Switch – Idler side.

 Door Limit Switch – Hopper.

 Drive Belts

 Rotor Blade bolts.

 Bed Blade bolts.

 Complete set of Blades.

 Screen

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 12. Troubleshooting
 If granulator does not start:

 Make sure both front doors are shut tight.

 Make sure limit switch activating screws (front doors

and hopper) are properly adjusted.

 Make sure there is electrical power supply to the

machine.

 Make sure the Emergency Stop is de-activated.

 Have a qualified electrician to check electrical panel for

loose wires or burned fuses.

 Excessive vibrations during granulation:

 Make sure all vibration pads are properly tighten and all
of them carry load.

 Inspect the condition of all Blades. If are dull, it is time

to re-sharpen them.

 Check the gap between the rotor and bed blades and
adjust as per chart 13.1

 Ensure all blades are tightened to the proper torque.

Bed blades and rotor blades should be tightened as per
specs on chart 13.1

 By using of a torque wrench, ensure all flywheel

fastening bolts are tight. Torques values as per bushing
manufacturer's spec.

 Ensure motor sheave is properly tightened.

 Ensure motor fastening and adjusting bolts are properly

tightened.

 Hearing unusual noises during granulation:

 Stop granulator immediately, lock-out power and open,

(see instructions section # 8).
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Troubleshooting continued
 Inspect cutting chamber for contaminants.

 Inspect the condition of the Blades. If Blades are

heavily chipped, may be foreign items have been
introduced into the cutting chamber.

 Completely clean the cutting chamber, and replace

blades if necessary.

 Ensure all drive belts are in good condition and

properly tensioned (see Illustration #16A). Replace if
necessary.

 Inspect the bearings for excessive heat. If bearings are

not properly greased they may dry and seized. (See
instructions for bearing lubrication).

All personnel associated with the operation, maintenance or

service of this machine should be thoroughly trained on the
correct use, and the dangers associated with this granulator.
Only persons with relevant technical training or corresponding
professional experience should be assigned to work on the
granulator.
Reasonable care and simple preventive maintenance, will
maintain efficiency, longer life and minimum down time.
Maximize the performance of your granulator, by using it
properly, and giving it the proper care.

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 13. Torque Specifications

ALL TORQUES ARE IN FT-LBS

13.1 Torque specifications, and clearance (gap) for stationary and rotor blades.
Granulator model # Stationary blade bolt Rotating (rotor) Blade Gap
blade
WO-1418 160 165 0.006”
WO-1424 160 165 0.006”
WO-1430 160 165 0.006"
WO-1442 160 165 0.006"
WO-1456 160 165 0.006"
WB-1460 160 165 0.006"
WO-2224 165 175 0.006”
WO-2236 165 175 0.006”
WO-2248 165 175 0.006"
WO-3036 175 270 0.008”
WO-3052 175 270 0.008”
WO-3065 175 270 0.008”

13.2 Minimum width for blade grinding.

Stationary blade Rotating (rotor)
Granulator model #
NEW MIN NEW MIN
WO-1418 2.625” 2.187” 3.000” 2.562”
WO-1424 2.562” 2.312“ 3.000” 2.562”
WO-1430 2.562” 2.312“ 3.000” 2.562”
WO-1442 2.562” 2.312“ 3.000” 2.562”
WO-1456 2.562” 2.312“ 3.000” 2.562”
WB-1460 2.562” 2.312“ 3.000” 2.562”
WO-2224 3.000” 2.625“ 2.500” 2.062”
WO-2236 3.000" 2.625” 2.500” 2.062”
WO-2248 3.000" 2.625" 2.500" 2.062"
WO-3036 4.000” 3.625” 3.500” 3.062”
WO-3052 4.000” 3.625” 3.500” 3.062”
WO-3065 4.000” 3.625” 3.500” 3.062”

13.3 Torque specifications flywheel bolts.

Torque
Granulator model # Bushing style Bolt size
Ft/lbs
WO-1418 “F” 9/16” 75
WO-1424 “F” 9/16” 75
WO-1430 "J" 5/8" 135
WO-1442 "J" 5/8" 135
WO-1456 "J" 5/8" 135
WB-1460 “J” 5/8” 135
WO-2224 “M” 3/4” 225
WO-2236 “M” 3/4” 225
WO-2248 "M" 3/4" 225
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 WO-3036 “P” 1” 450
WO-3052 “P” 1” 450
WO-3065 “P” 1” 450

13.4 Belt Tensioning load chart. Recommended deflection and force (Lbs)

Granulator Span Initial Installation Retensioning

Model # Length Deflection Maximum Minimum
WO-1418 30" 0.468” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-1424 30" 0.468” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-1430 30" 0.468” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-1442 32" 0.468” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-1456 34" 0.468” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WB-1460 34” 0.680 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-2224 39-1/2" 0.616” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-2236 43-5/8" 0.680” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-2248 43-5/8" 0.680" 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-3036 54" 0.842” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-3052 54" 0.842” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs
WO-3065 54” 0.842” 16.5 Lbs 14.3 Lbs 11.0 Lbs

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WARRANTY AND DAMAGES OR ANY OTHER FEDERAL, STATE, OR
LOCAL STANDARDS WHICH MIGHT
ROTOGRAN warrants the equipment to be EXIST REGARDING HEALTH AND
free from defects in material and workmanship SAFETY.
under normal use, proper installation, and proper
operating conditions. Except as to warranties of DELIVERY
title, THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF OTHER The shipping dates given by the Company are
WARRANTIES AND REPRESENTATIONS, approximate, and the Company will use its best
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, FROM THE efforts to meet such dates.
COMPANY, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED The Company shall not be liable for delay or
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR non-delivery due to causes beyond its reasonable
FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR USE. The control, by tardy approval drawings, and
company's liability under this limited warranty including but not limited to acts of God,
shall be limited to repairing or replacing any casualty, act of civil or military supply
parts which prove defective at its factory in difficulties or any interruption of its facilities due
Concord, Ontario, if returned to the Company's to extended power failures, lack of fuel,
said factory with shipping charges prepaid, governmental laws, ordinances, rules and
within a period of one (1) year from the date of regulations whether valid or invalid.
shipment. THERE SHALL BE NO LIABILITY
FOR ANTICIPATED PROFITS, NOR
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL TRANSPORTATION
DAMAGES, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, FOR
LOSS OF USE OF THE EQUIPMENT OR OF Unless the Buyer issues specific shipping
ANY INSTALLATION INTO WHICH THE instructions, the Company will choose the
EQUIPMENT MAY BE PUT UNDER THIS method of shipment. Claims for damages in
LIMITED WARRANTY. The Company's shipment are to be by the Buyer direct to the
liability for warranty of component parts in the carrier.
equipment which the company has purchased as
a manufactured unit from a recognized RETURNS
manufacturer thereof, shall be no greater that the
warrant liability assumed by the supplier or Return of equipment or parts for credit will be
manufacturer of such component parts. In no permitted only after written authorization and
event shall the Company be liable for shipping instructions have been obtained from an
CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL Officer or Division Sales Manager at the
DAMAGES RESULTING DIRECTLY, OR Company's headquarters in Concord, Ontario.
INDIRECTLY, FROM THE FAILURE OF All costs of handling and all transportation
SUCH COMPONENT PARTS. charges are for the Buyer's account.
It is the Company's policy that it is the Unauthorized collect shipments will be rejected
responsibility of the employer-owner of the by our receiving facilities.
equipment, and not the Company, to comply
with the provisions and regulations under the CANCELLATION
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(hereinafter OSHA) as well as any other Federal, The Buyer may cancel an order only with the
State or Local standards which might exist as to written approval of an Officer of the Company as
health and safety. Therefore, IN NO EVENT its headquarters in Concord, Ontario. The buyer
SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR shall pay to the Company the reasonable costs
ANY DIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR and expenses for any equipment manufactured,
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, EITHER work in progress, engineering, and cancellation
DIRECT OR INDIRECT, ARISING OUT OF charges which may be incurred by the Company
OR RESULTING FROM THE OPERATION from its suppliers and subcontractors, plus the
OF EQUIPMENT USED BY THE COMPANY Company's usual rate of profit for similar work
AS SUCH OPERATION PERTAINS TO OSHA

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