HERKULES HCR2 User manual

Part# 1002442-03

05/08/07

Model: HCR2

This manual contains important information concerning the

installation and operation of the crusher listed above.

Read manual thoroughly and keep for future reference

INSTRUCTIONS

Herkules Equipment Corporation 2760 Ridgeway Court Walled Lake, MI 48390-1662 USA

248-960-7100 800-444-4351 Fax 248 960-7109

Patents USA 7070167 4793369, 4960142, 5174317, 5193561, 5485860 Canada 1299468 & Patents Pending

website: www.herkules.us Made in the USA e-mail: info@herkules.us

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Table of Contents

Warnings …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3

Model Information (List of models with descriptions and data) ……………………………………………… 4

Installation ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 5

Inspection ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

Operation ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

Maintenance …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 7

Repair …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7

Drawings with part lists: ……………………………………………………………………………………………. 7-8

Warning Symbol Caution Symbol

Serial Number

Model Number

Purchase Date

Distributor

CAUTION

WARNING

This symbol alerts you to the possibility of

serious injury or death if you do not follow

the instructions.

This symbol alerts you to the possibility of

damage to or destruction of equipment if you

do not follow the instructions.

This product has patent protection under

one or more of the following patent numbers:

7070167, 5485860, 5193561, 5174317

4960142, 4793369, 1299468

and Patents Pending

website: www.herkules.us 1002742

PATENT NUMBERS

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FAILURE TO HEED THE FOLLOWING WARNINGS MAY RESULT

IN PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

1 Herkules will not be held responsible for any personal injury and/or property damaged caused

due to owner/operator failure to follow the warnings and cautions listed in this manual.

2 Read and understand all warnings, cautions and instructions before operating this equipment.

3 It is the owner/operators responsibility to maintain the legibility of all warning and instruction labels.

4 Do not alter or modify any part of this equipment.

5 Do not attempt to bypass the door/latch interlock system. The door interlock is provided for operator safety.

6 DO NOT open the door while the unit is operating. Always wait for the crusher to cycle completely.

7 Crush only intended matter for the crusher.

8 Always wear safety glasses when operating the crusher.

9 Always wear suitable industrial gloves when handling crushed objects to prevent injury.

10 Check equipment regularly for proper operation and repair or replace worn or damaged parts immediately.

11 Any crusher that appears to be damaged in any way, is badly worn or operates abnormally shall be removed

from use until repairs are made. Use only manufacture's approved accessories and service parts.

Contact a factory authorized service center for repairs.

12 DO NOT REMOVE THIS LABEL. REPLACE IF DAMAGED.

WARNING

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Model Information

SPECIFICATIONS

Maximum crushing pressure 3.75 tons

Can capacity Four 1-gallon cans

Seven 1-quart cans

One 5-gallon can

Time to crush can 20 seconds

Overall width 16.5"

Overall height 43.25"

Overall depth 29"

Chamber width 14"

Chamber height 17.5"

Chamber depth 14"

Required air pressure 90-120 p.s.i.

Total weight 275 Ibs.

DESCRIPTION

Model HCR2 is a production crusher capable of crushing four 1-gallon cans or seven 1-quart cans or one 5-gallon can.

The crusher provides the following features:

•Powerful 3.75 ton cylinder crushing plate assures the force necessary to do the job when crushing up to

7 quart cans.

•Operates with external air. No electric power is required.

•Safe double lock door protects operator.

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OWNER/OPERATOR RESPONSIBILITY

It is the owner/operator responsibility to properly use and maintain this equipment.

The instructions and warnings contained in this manual shall be read and understood by the owner/operator prior

to operating this equipment.

If an owner/operator does not understand English, the contents of this manual shall be explained in the owner/

operator native language to assure the owner/operator comprehends.

It is the owner/operator responsibility to maintain the legibility of all warning and Instruction labels.

The owner/operator shall retain this manual for future reference to important warnings, operating and maintenance

instructions.

INSTALLATION

See Figure (1). Install the crusher as follows.

A. The HCR2 should be set on a sturdy bench or table

strong enough to support its weight. We recommend

that the unit be lagged or bolted down.

B. Connect the supplied pressure

regulator/filter and oiler assembly to the 3/8"

valve located on the back of the crushing chamber.

C. Remove the bowl of the oiler and fill to 3/4 full with

30W non-detergent oil, replace bowl.

D. Set the oiler at about 1/3 of it's

maximum drip rate. Drip rate

should be lowered if oil is noticed

leaking from the cylinder.

E. Connect the external air supply to

the pressure regulator/filter.

Figure 1

Filter/Regulato

Control valve

Mounting holes

Oile

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INSPECTION

Prior to operation a visual Inspection shall be made. Check crusher for leaks, worn or missing parts.

Periodically check oil level in oiler.DO NOT RUN WITHOUT OIL.

Any crusher that appears to be damaged in any way, is badly worn or operates abnormally shall be removed

from use until repairs are made. Contact a factory authorized service center for repairs.

If over pressurizing of the equipment is believed to have occurred, contact a factory authorized service center for

inspection of the crusher.

An annual inspection by a factory authorized service center is recommended.

OPERATION

Turn the external air supply on.

Verify the pressure gauge on the pressure regulator/filter reads between 100 and 120 p.s.i. Adjust the regulator

as required.

NOTE:

If the external air supply is less than 100 p.s.i., the crusher will operate but the crushing performance is reduced.

Open door and place empty can(s) in center of chamber. See fig.2 for proper placement of cans in crusher.

Close the door and latch it firmly.

The pneumatic piston will descend to crush the can(s). At the end of the crushing cycle (approx. 20 seconds) open the

door to end the crushing cycle.

WARNING DISCLAIMER

The crushing mandrel may be still moving when the Remove all solvents from cans

door is opened. Wait until the mandrel stops before prior to crushing.

placing hand in chamber.

Once the crushing plate has stopped moving, remove the crushed cans from the crushing chamber.

WARNING

A crushed can may have jagged metal edges. Use

good industrial work gloves to protect the hands

when handling a crushed can.

IMPORTANT!! LEAVE THE DOOR AJAR WHEN NOT IN USE.

Figure 2

CORRECT

INCORRECT

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Read and understand all warnings, cautions and instructions before operating this equipment. Caution should be used

when operating this equipment as personal injury and/or property damage can result from equipment misuse. Adequate

personal protection is recommended to prevent splashing of fluids on the skin or in the eyes.

MAINTENANCE

Regularly check the pressure filter/regulator moisture trap for water. Drain as required.

Periodically check oil level in oiler bowl. Fill with 30W non-detergent oil to 3/4 full when necessary.

DO NOT RUN WITHOUT OIL.

Regularly clean the crusher chamber to remove any accumulated sludge, metal particles or any other debris that

could affect the crusher operation.

Apply grease to door hinges on a regular basis to prevent the door from binding.

Apply motor oil to door latch pivot points on a regular basis to prevent latch from binding.

REPAI

No service parts are available for this can crusher. Special tools and procedures are required for repair. If

repair is required, contact Herkules Equipment Corporation Customer Service, (800-444-4351) for your nearest authorized

service center.

AIR SCHEMATIC/SERVICE PART

Valve

#10060

Valve

#10288

Regulator

#008-236

Oiler

#T18

Cylinde

#008-604

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SERVICE PARTS

Crusher Chamber

#12036

Cylinde

#008-604

Ram Plate

#10055

Pilot Valve

#10060

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