Operation Manual
Container Crusher
MAHLE AFC-9 &
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CFC-16
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EVERY PERSON WHO OPERATES THIS
READ THIS MANUAL
EQUIPMENT NEEDS TO KNOW AND
UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE INFORMATION IN
THIS MANUAL – FAILURE TO DO SO COULD
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
CAREFULLY AND
RETAIN FOR YOUR
RECORDS
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Contents
Contents
1. Safety Regulations ................................................ 4
1.1 Warnings ....................................................... 4
1.2 Safety instructions for transporting unit ........ 4
2. Foreword ................................................................ 5
2.1 From the manufacturer ................................. 5
3. Symbols Use .......................................................... 5
3.1 Signal words ................................................. 5
4. Responsibilities ..................................................... 6
4.1 Receiving inspection ..................................... 6
4.2 Owner and/or operator responsibilities ......... 6
5. Specifications ........................................................ 6
5.1 AFC-9 ........................................................... 6
5.2 CFC-16 ......................................................... 6
6. Product Description .............................................. 7
6.1 Component identification .............................. 7
6.2 Features ........................................................ 7
7. Installation ............................................................. 8
8. Operation ............................................................... 9
8.1 Operation of the container crusher................ 9
8.2 Door handle operation .................................. 9
9. Maintenance and Inspection .............................. 10
9.1 Inspection ................................................... 10
9.2 Maintenance instructions ............................ 10
9.3 Control valve actuation adjustment ............. 10
10. Troubleshooting .................................................. 11
11. Maintenance Chart .............................................. 12
12. Notes .................................................................... 14
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Safety Regulations
1. Safety Regulations
1.1 Warnings
To avoid serious injury or death, read this manual
carefully before operating this unit. Call the manufacturer
using the contact information printed on the back cover
of this manual if you have any questions. Failure to
understand and obey safety instructions may result in
unsafe or improper use of this product.
The owner / manager must keep this manual for
future reference, and make sure the warning labels
on the product are legible and intact at all times.
Replacement labels and manuals are available from
the manufacturer. Call the manufacturer using the
contact information on the back cover of this manual
if you have any questions.
The unit is required to be anchor bolted to a level
concrete floor, for safe operation. It is
recommended to anchor the machine to the floor with
four 3/8 or 1/2 in. diameter anchor bolts.
This unit is recommended for crushing spin-on oil
filters, cartridge oil filters with paper elements,
and empty paint cans up to 1 gallon in size. Do not
crush aerosol cans, cylinders of compressed gas, fuel
filters, or containers of flammable liquids or solvents.
Crushing plastic containers is not recommended.
Do not modify this unit or alter the operation in any
way to circumvent the interlocking door
mechanism. Modifications to the machine will void all
warranties expressed or implied.
Wear safety glasses and gloves when operating
the unit and handling the crushed oil filters and paint
cans.
Never hold the filter by the top when loading and
unloading. Always hold the filter by the sides with the
gasket end down.
Do not use this unit to perform any operations
other than to crush oil filters or empty paint cans.
This unit is for crushing spin-on oil filters, cartridge oil
filters with paper elements, and empty paint cans up
to 1 gallon in size. Paint from full or partially full cans
can solidify and clog the holes in the catch basin.
Clean up any spilled oil immediately so it will not
cause a slipping hazard.
Do not stack oil filters inside the crushing
chamber.
1.2 Safety instructions for transporting unit
Failure to understand and obey safety instructions
may result in unsafe or improper use of this product.
Failure to understand and obey this warning may
result in injury and/or property damage.
The crushing module is very heavy and it is
recommended to use a shop crane capable of
handling the load or lift truck to perform the lifting. Do
not move the unit with the crushing module in the
raised position. Always lower the crushing module to
its shipping position. The unit is top heavy and can tip
over if the crushing module is raised and the unit is
not anchored to the floor.
Do not smoke when operating this unit and do not
operate this unit when someone else in the vicinity is
smoking.
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Foreword
Immediate
or
injury.
impending
or
injury
Possible
injury
Possible
Possible property
2. Foreword
2.1 From the manufacturer
Thank you for your purchase. To complement the
offering of A/C, fluid and nitrogen service equipment,
MAHLE Service Solutions has partnered with Gray
Manufacturing to provide the highest quality hydraulic
and pneumatic equipment available for the professional
service technician. This equipment adheres to high
standards promised in the MAHLE guarantee including
the assurance of innovation and reliability that comes
with the Gray Manufacturing name. Please contact
MAHLE Service Solutions’ customer service at (800)
468-2321 or tech.mss@us.mahle.com with any
comments or questions.
3. Symbols Use
3.1 Signal words
Signal words call attention to a safety message or
messages, or a property damage message or messages,
and designate a degree or level of hazard seriousness.
Signal words used in this manual include:
Keyword
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
NOTICE
Probability of
occurrence
impending danger
Possible
danger
dangerous
situation
damage to
property
Severity of danger if
instructions not observed
Death
Death
Minor
damage
severe
severe
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Responsibilities
4. Responsibilities
4.1 Receiving inspection
Before attempting to operate this equipment, thoroughly
read and understand this manual. Completely remove all
tape and packaging. Inspect the equipment immediately
upon delivery. If shipping damage is evident, inform the
delivering carrier immediately and contact the
manufacturer using the contact information on the back
cover of this manual.
4.2 Owner and/or operator responsibilities
The owner of this equipment must read these
instructions and maintain them for future reference and
for instructing any other users of the equipment. The
owner is responsible for keeping all warning labels and
instruction manuals legible and intact. Replacement
labels and literature are available from the manufacturer.
The owner must never authorize or allow anyone to use
this equipment until the operator has read and
understood the information in this manual and on the
accompanying labeling on the equipment itself.
5. Specifications
5.1 AFC-9
Model AFC-9 US units Metric units
Height 77.125 in 195.9 cm
Width 20.5 in 52.1 cm
Depth 16.75 in 42.6 cm
Weight 242 lb 109.8 kg
Height (Crushing chamber) 9 in 22.9 cm
Width (Crushing chamber) 8 in 20.3 cm
Depth (Crushing chamber) 8 in 20.3 cm
Air Inlet ¼ female NPT ¼ female NPT
Air Pressure 100-200 PSI 6.9-13.8 Bar
Catch Basin Connection ¾ female NPT ¾ female NPT
If this equipment is being used in an occupational setting
(or workplace), the employer should ensure that all
personnel working with and around the equipment know
of the risks associated with its use. Personnel involved in
the use and operation of this equipment shall be careful,
competent, trained, and qualified in the safe operation of
the equipment and its proper use when servicing motor
vehicles and their components. Safety information
provided with this equipment should be emphasized by
the employer and understood by each employee. The
employer must make this manual available to all
personnel using this equipment and all personnel must
read and understand the contents of this manual. If the
operator is not fluent in English, the manufacturer’s
instructions and warnings shall be read to and discussed
with the operator in the operator’s native language by
the employer, making sure that the operator
comprehends its contents and observes the proper
procedures for use of this equipment.
5.2 CFC-16
Model CFC-16 US units Metric units
Height 85.5 in 217.2 cm
Width 20.5 in 52.1 cm
Depth 16.75 in 42.6 cm
Weight 282 lb 127.9 kg
Height (Crushing chamber) 16.25 in 41.3 cm
Width (Crushing chamber) 10 in 25.4 cm
Depth (Crushing chamber) 8 in 20.3 cm
Air Inlet ¼ female NPT ¼ female NPT
Air Pressure 100-200 PSI 6.9-13.8 Bar
Catch Basin Connection ¾ female NPT ¾ female NPT
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Product Description
6. Product Description
6.1 Component identification
Fig. 1: Front view
1 Catch basin
2 Crushing chamber
3 Door
4 Ram & ram cylinder
5 Door handle
6 Control valve & air inlet
7 Catch basin outlet
8 Stand
6.2 Features
Pneumatic Powered Ram: Pneumatic power gives you
the advantages of long life, low maintenance, and quick
crushing action. Also no electrical connections are
required eliminating the electrical hazard and the
problems of dirty and/or faulty connections.
Interlocking Door: The door interlock restrains the door
from opening until the ram is fully raised.
Convenient Operation:::: One hand is required to close
the door and latch it. After the door is latched, the
crushing chamber is completely enclosed to prevent
injuries and to prevent oil splatter.
Versatile Installation: The stand is standard with the
unit, not optional as with many competitors’ equipment.
When crushing oil filters, the catch basin can be
connected to the bottom or either side to a variety of
waste oil containers. The unit can be placed over a
workbench by placing the stand post behind the
workbench.
Large Crushing Chamber: Automotive spin-on filters
and up to 1-gallon paint cans will fit in the crushing
chamber.
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Insta
llation
7. Installation
1. Locate a suitable place to install the unit. This unit must
be installed indoors on a level surface. The unit is
required to be anchor bolted to a concrete floor, for safe
operation.
2. Position the crusher in the desired location in your shop.
Mark the floor for the anchor bolt location to match the
holes in the base of the stand. Four 3/8 or 1/2 inch
diameter anchor bolts are recommended to install the
unit. Install the anchor bolts according to the
manufacturer’s instructions. Secure the unit to the floor
with the anchor bolts.
3. The unit is shipped with the crushing module fastened
to the stand in a lowered position.
5. If the unit is to be used solely for crushing empty paint
cans, the catch basin does not need to be connected to
any container. However, a drip pan should be placed
beneath it or the pipe drain fittings should be plugged.
The installation of the unit should provide for easy
removal of the catch basin to remove inadvertent spills
and foreign material, which may accumulate in the catch
basin.
6. Connect the air supply to the air inlet. The inlet
connection is 1/4 female NPT. The unit is now ready for
use. Recommended operating air pressure is 100 psi
minimum for most paint cans and car and light truck
filters, 120-PSI minimum for heavy truck filters.
Maximum recommended air pressure is 200 psi.
CAUTION! The crushing module is very heavy and it is
recommended to use a shop crane capable of handling
the load or a lift truck to perform the lifting. Unbolt the
crushing module from the post. Note: the number of
bolts will depend on the model. Do not remove the 5/16
inch screw from the top of the post, if equipped. Raise
the crushing module from the shipping position to the
working position. Align the mounting holes on the
crushing module with the holes in the stand post and
insert the bolts provided. Secure with the nuts on the
bolts.
4. Connect the catch basin to the appropriate waste oil
container as required by national, state, or local
regulations. The catch basin connection is a 3/4 female
NPT fitting located on the bottom or on the side. If the
opposite side connection is desired, simply remove the
catch basin and install with the connection on the
desired side. The unit may be connected using a 3/4
male NPT fitting and pipe to a remote waste oil tank.
Another option is to connect the catch basin to a drum.
Use a 3/4 pipe close nipple, a 1 in. I.D. oil resistant hose
and a hose clamp to connect the hose to the catch
basin. Install the hose in the bung of the drum and cut
the length of the hose so it will fit in the drum 2 to 4 in.
The installation must provide for the easy removal of the
catch basin as sludge and semi-solid residue from oil
filters may accumulate. The catch basin requires
periodic cleaning to remove solid residues. All such
residues must be transferred to an acceptable
container.
7. If for any reason the unit does not operate properly after
reviewing the steps above consult the Troubleshooting
section in this Owner’s Manual or contact the
manufacturer using the contact information printed on
the back cover of this manual for further instructions and
assistance. Please have the model number and serial
number of your crushing equipment available. The serial
number is permanently stamped on a metal tag located
above the door.
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Operation
8. Operation
8.1 Operation of the container crusher
1. Place empty paint can with the lid removed or oil filter
with the open end down in the center of the crushing
chamber.
2. Close door and turn door handle clockwise
approximately 180 degrees. You may walk away to
perform other tasks. Upon returning, the filter or paint
can will be crushed. If you want to crush containers in
succession, listen for air to stop flowing (up to 45
seconds). Some noise and vibration usually
accompany the crushing process.
3. To remove the crushed paint can or filter, turn the
door handle counterclockwise and air will exhaust
from the ram cylinder. The door will not open until the
ram is fully raised (approximately 10 seconds). Open
the door and remove the crushed, empty paint can or
oil filter.
8.2 Door handle operation
Door closed and handle full clockwise, door is latched
and ram extends (Fig. 2).
Fig. 2: Turn handle full clockwise to crush cans
Door closed and handle turned 90 degrees counterclockwise, air exhausts, ram retracts and door remains
closed (Fig. 3).
4. Note: A filter may be crushed for extended periods of
time. The unit can be left under pressure until the next
filter or can is ready for crushing. The catch basin
outlet can become clogged with sludge and semisolid
waste from filters. It is necessary to remove the catch
basin and clean it periodically. Deposit solid residue in
acceptable containers. The oil level in the catch basin
can be viewed through the opening beneath the door
when the door is closed. You may crush several filters
at one time if they are all of similar height and you
have adequate air pressure.
CAUTION: Crushing multiple filters of different
heights or materials can damage the crushing
module. Always have the filters arranged so that they
do not cause the ram to load unevenly.
Fig. 3: Turn handle 90 deg. counterclockwise to retract ram
Handle turned fully counter-clockwise, air exhausts and
ram retracts, door will open when ram is fully retracted
(Fig. 4).
Fig. 4: Turn fully counterclockwise to retract ram and open door
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Maintenance and Inspection
9. Maintenance and Inspection
WARNING - The equipment must be inspected
according to the requirements of this section. Failure
to properly inspect the equipment could lead to
severe injury or death. The equipment must be
removed from service and inspected immediately if it
is subjected to an abnormal load or a shock load. If
any irregularities or problems are detected during an
inspection, the equipment must be removed from
service immediately and repaired. Contact the
manufacturer at the numbers and address printed on
the back cover of this manual.
9.2 Maintenance instructions
WARNING - All inspection and maintenance procedures
must be performed after the equipment has been removed
from service. Failure to do this may result in personal injury
and/or property damage.
All warning and capacity labels should be readable
and complete. Wash external surfaces of jack, labels,
and decals with a mild soap solution.
Lubricate all rotating and sliding portions of the jack
monthly.
9.1 Inspection
The owner must inspect, or appoint a knowledgeable
person to inspect the unit for signs of corrosion and / or
excessive wear. Visual inspection should be made
before each use of the unit, checking for abnormal
conditions. Regular inspections should be made weekly
for daily use and monthly for intermittent use. Each unit
must be inspected immediately if subjected to an
abnormal load or shock. Any unit which appears to be
damaged in any way, is found to be badly worn, or
operates abnormally shall be removed from service until
necessary repairs are made.
Inspect the door for closure and door handle latching
operation. The door should close easily and the door
handle should loosely latch with a 90-degree rotation
of the door handle. Further 90-degree rotation of the
handle should clamp the door shut and actuate the
control valve. There should be the sound of air
flowing for up to 45 seconds until the ram is fully
lowered and the air pressure in the ram cylinder
equalizes with the air supply.
After the air stops flowing, check the unit for
excessive leaks. An excessive leak is a leak which
can be heard and which degrades the performance
of the unit. Minor leaks do not adversely affect the
operation of the unit.
Unlatch the door and the air should exhaust from the
ram cylinder. The door should not open until the ram
has returned to its fully raised position
(approximately 10 seconds).
Inspect crushing chamber for damage or worn parts.
If any irregularities or problems are detected during
an inspection, the unit must be removed from service
immediately and repaired. Contact the manufacturer
using the contact information on the back cover of
this manual.
9.3 Control valve actuation adjustment
Note: The setscrew on the door that actuates the
control valve and the pawl on the door handle latch
are adjusted at the factory and should never need
adjustment.
1. Make sure the two screws securing the control valve
on the right hand side of the unit are tight. Make sure
the two screws securing the handle latch to the door
are tight and the two jam nuts securing the latch pawl
to the stem are tight.
2. Loosen the jam nut securing the set screw on the
door and back the setscrew out. Close door and turn
door handle fully clockwise to solidly latch the door.
3. Using a hex wrench, slowly tighten the setscrew until
the top platen lowers and there is no air leakage
detected around the spool of the control valve.
Tighten the setscrew 1/2 turn further and secure the
setscrew with the jam nut.
4. Rotate the latch handle 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
The air should exhaust and the ram should retract, but
the pawl should remain loosely engaged with the door
closed.
5. Rotate the latch fully counterclockwise and the door
should open. Repeat steps 2 through 5 if the door
does not operate correctly.
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Troubleshooting
10. Troubleshooting
This section is a list of potential problems and
solutions. If the solution listed fails to correct the
problem, call the manufacturer at the numbers and
address printed on the back cover of this manual.
Please have the model number, and serial number of
your jack available. The serial number is permanently
stamped on a metal tag located
the shroud at the top
Problem Cause/Solution
Ram does not actuate
.
• Not connected to air supply. Connect unit
to adequate air supply (see Installation
instructions section of manual).
• Setscrew on door is not properly actuating
the control valve. Adjust setscrew (see
Control Valve Actuation Adjustment
section).
above the door or on
• Air pressure too low. 100 psi will
adequately crush most car and light truck
filters. Heavy truck filters require a
minimum of 120 psi.
• Some brands or models of oil filters are
Inadequate crushing
action
Oil is running over the
catch basin
stronger than other brands and therefore
will not crush as flat.
• Excess air leakage. Locate source of
leak(s) and repair.
• Crushing too many filters at one time or
there is too big of height difference in the
filters you are crushing at one time. Crush
filters individually.
• Make sure vehicle is in neutral and baking
brake is disengaged. Always chock wheels
on opposite end prior to lifting.
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Maintenance Chart
11. Maintenance Chart
Action Date Details
Receiving inspection
Person
responsible
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Maintenance Chart
Action Date Details
Person
responsible
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Notes
12. Notes
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Notes
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MAHLE Aftermarket Inc.
10 Innovation Drive
York, PA 17402 U.S.A.
Phone: (800) 468-2321
Fax: (717) 755-8304
E-mail: tech.mss@us.mahle.com
www.servicesolutions.mahle.com
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