How to fix drop door hydraulic faults on a Farrel-Pomini BR / F-Series Banbury mixer
Drop door hydraulic faults prevent batch discharge and can cause compound to degrade in the chamber. Check hydraulic pressure, door seal, and door latch solenoid before forcing the door open.
~45 min6 steps
How to fix rotor seal leakage on a Farrel-Pomini BR / F-Series Banbury mixer
Rotor end seal leakage contaminates the batch and allows compound to escape the mixing chamber. Replace the rotor seals before leakage reaches the drive side bearing, which is much more expensive to repair.
~90 min7 steps
How to fix temperature control faults on a Farrel-Pomini BR / F-Series Banbury mixer
Temperature control faults cause under- or over-mixed compound and scorch risk. Verify the temperature controller setpoint, rotor coolant flow, and thermocouple continuity before adjusting mixing time.
~45 min6 steps