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Gilson's Porta-Screen

®

 

3

 

WARNING:

  This  machine  operates  on  an  electric 

current.  Improper  operation  could  result  in  electric 
shock, electrocution, or an explosion! Motors are 

NOT 

explosion-proof!  The  electric  motor  on  this  machine 
has internal thermal protection. If the motor shuts off 
from overload, the machine may restart by itself after 
cooling  off  unless  the  machine  is  unplugged  during 
cooldown.

 

WARNING:

 

Do not wear loose clothing that might be 

caught in the machine and keep all body parts away 
from  moving  parts  of  the  machine. 

ALWAYS

  wear 

safety glasses, hearing protection, and other personal 
protective equipment while operating, maintaining, or 
repairing  this  machine.  Take  care  not  to  pinch  your 
fingers  between  the  clamp  levers  and  the  machine 
frame.

 

WARNING:

 

DO  NOT

  operate  the  machine  without 

having all guards and covers in place. 

 

WARNING:

 

DO  NOT

  perform  tasks  on  the  machine 

other than those for which it was designed. Only use 
the machine in the manner for which it was intended, 
as described in this instruction manual. 

 

WARNING:

  Only  operate  this  machine  in  a  properly 

ventilated  area. 

DO  NOT 

use  this  machine  in  an  ex-

plosive  or  hazardous  atmosphere.  It  is 

NOT

  explo-

sion-proof  or  approved  for  operation  in  hazardous 
locations. 

 

WARNING: 

ALWAYS

  level  the  machine  prior  to  op-

eration. Stop the machine immediately and re-level if 
excessive vibration or machine movement occurs.

Please. read. these. instructions. thoroughly. to. familiarize.
yourself. with. the. operation. of. the. PS-3. or. PS-4. before.
attempting.to.run.it..

The. buyer. is. responsible. for. ensuring. that. users. are.
properly.trained,.that.they.are.aware.of.all.of.the.informa-
tion.and.instructions.in.this.document,.and.that.they.are.
aware. of. the. potential. risks. of. operating. the. apparatus..
The.manufacturer.will.not.be.responsible.for.any.damage.
to.people.and/or.property.caused.by.noncompliance.with.
any.instructions.in.this.manual..

NOTE: 

These  instructions  are  intended  only  as  a 

guide for general operation of this device and should 
not be used in place of test protocol. Refer to current 
specifications  for  complete  and  detailed  test  proce-
dures.

ALWAYS

  ensure  the  motor  and  other  electrical  com-

ponents are properly configured for your intended use 
and available power source. The Gilson Porta-Screen® 
comes with a 1/2hp motor wired for 115V,60Hz. It can 
also be ordered with 230V,50Hz wiring. 

ALWAYS

 use a properly-wired, three-pronged plug, or 

otherwise  ground  the  machine.  Make  sure  the  cord  is 
located where no one will trip or get tangled in it. 

ALWAYS 

check electrical wiring for loose connections 

and for pinched or frayed wiring. 

ALWAYS

 disconnect and lock out power supply when 

the machine is not in use, especially before performing 
maintenance and repairs.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MOVING PARTS

  

Can Crush 

and Cut.  Operate Carefully.

WARNING

Wear safety glasses when using 

equipment. 

CAUTION

Summary of Contents for Porta-Screen PS-3

Page 1: ...NE 800 444 1508 P O Box 200 Lewis Center Ohio 43035 0200 740 548 7298 Email customerservice gilsonco com Product Web Page globalgilson com FAX 800 255 5314 740 548 5314 PS 3 PS 4 VIDEO TUTORIALS AVAILABLE on globalgilson com for Porta Screen maintenance and repair ...

Page 2: ...es 5 4 0 Maintenance Disassembly 5 4 1 Clamping System 5 4 2 Lubrication 5 4 3 Belts 6 4 4 Bearing Replacement 6 5 0 Parts Diagram 8 5 1 PS 3 PS 4 Parts Diagram 8 6 0 Parts List 9 6 1 PS 3 PS 4 Parts List 9 6 2 Replacement Trays Wire Cloth Parts 10 7 0 Accessories 11 Gilson Porta Screen PS 3 PS 4 Operating Manual See our Video Tutorials at globalgilson com for more Porta Screen maintenance and rep...

Page 3: ...re level if excessive vibration or machine movement occurs Please read these instructions thoroughly to familiarize yourself with the operation of the PS 3 or PS 4 before attempting to run it The buyer is responsible for ensuring that users are properly trained that they are aware of all of the informa tion and instructions in this document and that they are aware of the potential risks of operati...

Page 4: ...PACKING SETUP The Porta Screen packed for shipment weighs 225 255lb depending on the model and the number of trays packed in side Use equipment to adequately handle this weight safely Wear safety glasses and work gloves 1 The Porta Screen is shipped in a cardboard carton Be fore you accept the shipment check the carton for visible damage Note any damage on the freight bill and proceed with inspect...

Page 5: ...e no more than one layer of particles over the wire cloth at the end of the test Therefore lightweight aggregates or coal must be tested in lower sample weights High density ores or pellets may be tested in larger amounts by weight Many light materials are also soft and test times should be limited to avoid degradation of the sample Most samples of up to 2in topsize can be handled in a single batc...

Page 6: ... install a new one Obtain the correct tension by moving the motor up or down Retighten the nuts 3 Continue or reassemble Timing Belt Check tension by pressing on the span of the belt The belt should be tight To adjust or remove the Tim ing Belt loosen the two Idler Bracket Mounting Screws 45 Loosen the nut on the Adjusting Screw 46 1 To tighten Turn in the adjusting screw to pull the Bracket 17 do...

Page 7: ...b Remove and set aside trays and pan c Remove Top Frame Screws d Lift off Top Frame Crossbar e Remove all case covers f Remove the Connecting Rod Mounting Bolt g Lift the entire vibrating unit assembly up and out of the Porta Screen frame h Loosen the Idler Bracket Mounting and Adjusting Screws to release tension on the Timing Belt i Remove the Timing Belt j Loosen the bolts on the Rear Counterwei...

Page 8: ...Gilson s Porta Screen 8 PS 3 PS 4 Parts Diagram 5 0 PARTS DIAGRAM ...

Page 9: ...42 RPPS 3KEY42 Counterweight Shaft Bearing Mounting Screw Lock Washer 8 14 RPPS 3KEY14 Counterweight for PS 3 PS 3F 4 RPPS 4KEY14 Counterweight for PS 4 PS 4F 43 RPPS 3KEY43 Counterweight Clamp Bracket for PS 3 PS 3F 4 Item No Part No Description No Req RPPS 4KEY43 Counterweight Clamp Bracket for PS 4 PS 4F 44 RPPS 3KEY44 Counterweight Clamp Bracket Bolt Lock Washer 8 15 RPPS 3KEY15 Counterweight ...

Page 10: ... PSA 310 Dustpan Tray PSA 325 2in No 4 inclusive Replacement Wire Cloth PSA 326A No 5 14 inclusive complete with metal shields PSA 326B No 16 100 inclusive and resilient gasket backing PSA 327 No 200 PSA 225 Backing Cloth Use with No 100 200 Screen Tray Parts PSA 336 Complete Tray but without Wire Cloth Supports or Backing Cloth RPPSA 336 1 Tray Side Clamp 4 Required Per Tray RPPSA 336 2 Tray Bolt...

Page 11: ...mptying and cleaning trays and in weighing operations This 17x30x4in 432x762x102mm WxLxD chute end pan is sized to fit inverted trays and hold entire samples for cumulative weighing Handling is easy with the top swing away handle and end handle grip PSA 367 PSA 356 Porta Screen Tray Rack is oraganizes up to eight Porta Screen trays for storage and to protect frames and wire cloth from possible dam...

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