TRIM Part 1 - Safety

CC Trimmer Part 1

CC Trimmers
Part 1
Introduction, Safety and Operation

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CAUTION:
If applicable to any procedure in this manual, all control power MUST be locked
out according to THE COMPANY'S AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT'S
REQUIREMENTS1 to prevent personal injury or machine damage.
This section of the manual is to be used as a guide for Maintenance personnel.

The pictures are intended to be a representation of parts and generally facilitate
instructions on assembly and disassembly, and may not represent the customer's
actual machine.
ALWAYS depress E-STOPs and isolate main drive motor.
ALWAYS use slings and correct lifting techniques.
ALWAYS reinstall safety devices (including guards) and check their

operation before powering up the machine.
ALWAYS rotate the machine several times by hand BEFORE restoring

control power and starting machine.
ALWAYS keep safety in mind when performing maintenance and

regular operation.

NOTE: The following information may contain diagrams and photographs used to illustrate
instructions only. They may or may not represent the actual machine.

1
NFPA 70E 120.2(B)

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Table of Contents
INTRODUCTION AND PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION .......................................................................... 5
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................... 5
EXPLANATION OF INTENDED USE AND MISUSE OF THE CC TRIMMER ....................................... 5
INTENDED USE ......................................................................................................................... 5
MISUSE .................................................................................................................................... 6
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION ......................................................................................................... 6
CAN AND TRIM EJECTION ........................................................................................................ 7
TRIMMING OF CAN .................................................................................................................. 7
FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR .................................................................................................... 7
PERSONAL SAFETY AND MACHINE SAFETY ..................................................................................... 9
WARNING LABELS ........................................................................................................................ 9
PERSONAL SAFETY ..................................................................................................................... 11
MACHINE SAFETY AND PROPER USE OF GUARDS ..................................................................... 13
CLEANOUT OF JAMMED CANS .................................................................................................. 13
LUBRICATION OF MACHINE ....................................................................................................... 14
PRODUCT SAFETY ...................................................................................................................... 14
ABOUT COMMERCIAL DATA and MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS .......................................... 14
DETAILED DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION .................................................................................... 15
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ................................................................................................. 15
INFEED ....................................................................................................................................... 15
CAN TRANSFER INTO MAIN TURRET ..................................................................................... 20
PIN STOP MECHANISM .......................................................................................................... 21
CC93CL AND CC93RL PIN STOP INFEED CONTROL .................................................................... 22
RETRACT TIMING (CANS WILL FLOW) ................................................................................... 22
INSERT TIMING (CANS WILL HALT) ........................................................................................ 22
CC95 AND CC93DL PIN STOP INFEED CONTROL ........................................................................ 23
RETRACT TIMING (CANS WILL FLOW) ................................................................................... 23
INSERT TIMING (CANS WILL HALT) ........................................................................................ 23
VACUUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM .............................................................................................. 24
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF VACUUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM ................................. 24
TIMING OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM ........................................................................................ 24

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CHANGING TRIM HEIGHT OF CAN ............................................................................................. 27
CARTRIDGE OPERATION CUTTING CAM ................................................................................ 27
CARTRIDGE INPUT MAIN DRIVE (CC93 AND CC95) ............................................................... 29
CARTRIDGE INPUT AUXILIARY DRIVE (CC93QC) .................................................................... 29
MAIN SPINDLE ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................... 30
CAM FOLLOWER ASSEMBLY .................................................................................................. 30
MAIN SPINDLE AND SLIP CLUTCH .......................................................................................... 30
MAIN SPINDLE HOUSING ....................................................................................................... 31
CAN VACUUM CHUCK ............................................................................................................ 31
STRIPPER ROD ASSEMBLY ...................................................................................................... 31
STRIPPER HOUSING BRACKET ................................................................................................ 31
STARWHEEL SEGMENTS AND MOUNTING HUBS .................................................................. 32
MAIN POSITIONING CAM .......................................................................................................... 33
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ............................................................................................. 33
TIMING OF THE MAIN POSITIONING AND CUTTING CAMS ................................................... 33
TRIM RING EJECTION TIMING .................................................................................................... 34
DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION ............................................................................................. 34
COLLECTION OF FINISHED (SAMPLE) CANS ............................................................................... 34
RECOMMENDED DISCHARGE RAIL (AWAY FROM TRIMMER) ............................................... 34
CLEARING CAN JAMS ................................................................................................................. 34


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INTRODUCTION AND PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

INTRODUCTION
This publication is the Operation, Safety and Maintenance manual for Belvac Production
Machinery’s CC trimmers.
This manual is divided into three (3) elements:
1. Introduction, Safety and Operation

2. Machine Specifications, Installation, Troubleshooting and Maintenance
3. Bill of Materials and Spare Parts List
All necessary assembly drawings accompany each manual and are included to assist the
Customer in identifying part and item numbers.
This manual is specific to your machine where possible. Many diagrams and photographs are
intended to clarify text and may not represent your exact machine configuration. In the event that
problems or questions arise not covered in this manual regarding your machine, contact Belvac’s
Service Department at 800/4-BELVAC (800/423-5822).
EXPLANATION OF INTENDED USE AND MISUSE OF THE CC TRIMMER

INTENDED USE
All Belvac Trimmer model machines are intended to be incorporated into a production line for the
two (2)-piece can industry. Machines are built at a Belvac facility and are configured to the
Customer’s predetermined can specifications.
The Belvac trimmer has been designed and precision built to trim the raw edge from drawn and
ironed steel and aluminum cans. When properly adjusted and maintained, this equipment will
produce a trimmed edge on the can that is sliver and burr free. It is important to thoroughly study
and adhere to all recommended settings, adjustments and service information contained in this
manual to maintain a high quality trim.
The CC93 series Trimmers are electrically driven by a motor through a gear reducer. The CL and
RL machines have speed ranges of 250-400 cans per minute [CPM] (83-133 revolutions per
minute [RPM]) for 202-211 diameter range cans and 200-350 CPM (67-117 RPM) for 300-307
diameter range cans. DL machines have a speed range of 250-300 CPM (83-100 RPM) for 202-
307 diameter range cans.
The CC95 Trimmer is electrically driven by a motor through a gear reducer. It has a speed range
of 275-500 CPM (55-100 RPM) for 202-307 diameter range aluminum cans. These values may
vary for larger can diameters or steel cans. For further details on machine speeds for varying
machine configurations and can sizes see Table 1.
This manual is provided by Belvac Production Machinery with CC Trimmers and is intended to be
utilized by the Customer, to enable them to operate and maintain their machine safely, as well as
sustain maximum production.

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CC Trimmer Machine Speed Ranges
Machine Rated Speed (CPM)

Diameter Range
Model Configuration Model Type 202 thru 211 300 303 307
CC93 RL STI Non-QC 400 350 325 300
CC93 CL STI Non-QC 400 350 325 N/A
CC93 RL/CL STI QC H&D 400 350 325 300
CC93 DL Non-STI, Non-QC 300 300 275 250
CC95 CL Non-STI, Non-QC 500 350 300 300
CC95 CL Non-STI, Non-QC 400 325 275 275

Table 1
MISUSE
1. The CC Trimmers are not designed to be used in any manner other than described in this
manual.
2. Failure to observe and comply with safety precautions listed in this manual, posted on the
machine itself, and/or decreed by the Customer’s internal safety policies may result in
injuries from minor to fatal.
3. Modifying safety interlocks and operating the CC Trimmer with any guards (bolted or
hinged) open or not properly secured is blatant misuse.
4. It’s the Customer’s responsibility to ensure anyone operating or maintaining this
machinery has access to and is familiar with this manual and all related safety
procedures. Allowing anyone not familiar with this manual and all safety procedures to
operate and/or maintain this machinery is blatant misuse. Belvac offers training for
operators and maintenance personnel upon request.
5. The CC Trimmers are not intended to be leaned on, stood on or sat on at any time during
operation.
PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
NOTE: The following information is provided to allow for a general understanding of how the CC
Trimmers function. The details outlined below may not apply to your specific machine. Consult
your General Arrangement drawing accompanying this manual, or the Machine Specifications
section for your specific machine configuration.
The Rotary Can Trimmer with the removable cartridge design permits most major servicing in the
area of trimming (cutting), be done in the tooling repair room or by machine shop. This includes
the setting of both knives for proper lateral clearance and for overlap, which produces the depth
of cut (width of initial breakthrough). It also includes the changing of cutting knives.
The can spindle section which includes the cam follower assembly, the spindle housing, main
spindle with the slip clutch, starwheel segment and the stripper rod assembly is removable as a

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unit. If repair or replacement of parts is required, a unit which has been repaired or an entire new
unit can be inserted and adjusted, and the machine will be ready for operation.
CAN AND TRIM EJECTION
The can and trim ejection are essentially trouble-free when properly adjusted and maintained.
The trim duct and the finished can discharge are side by side. The trim ring retainer on the cutting
head is composed of a series of hardened and chrome-plated pins grouped in a circle. Within that
circle is located the center stationary rotating knife. The oilite stripper plate slides on these pins.
This action completely strips the trimmed ring off of the pins at the trim collection and ejection
chute as the turret rotates.
TRIMMING OF CAN
The can, when being trimmed, is turning in a counter-clockwise direction. This continues as long
as the vacuum chuck retains the can. As the leading edge of the trimmed can passes the edge of
the trim ring duct side plate, the vacuum is released. The can is released into the upper discharge
rails where the same rotation is required, thus avoiding hesitation or scuffing of the cans.
FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR
For purposes of this manual, and in accordance with the intended use of all Belvac CC Trimmer
model machines, the OPERATOR is defined by functions, tasks and workstation as follows:
1. Observes all safety precautions provided by Belvac in this manual and the Customer’s
own internal safety policies regarding operation of CC Trimmers.
2. Has a general understanding of the intended use and principles of operation of the CC
Trimmers and does not use the machine in any way other than its intended use.
3. ALWAYS operates the machine with ALL guarding (hinged and bolted) in place.
4. Operates the control panel and E-STOPS (Emergency Stops) safely and properly.
5. Clears cans from the base of the machine.
6. Clears faults or minor jams that only require resetting the machine from the operator’s
panel (not requiring specialty maintenance or disassembly of parts).
7. Maintains a visual inspection of machine and alerts the maintenance department or
service engineers if any problem arises that requires machine shutdown, removal of
guards and/or disassembly and replacement of parts.
8. Operator’s work station is at the control panel and the area on the Operator’s side of the
machine from end station to end station. The CC Trimmer does not require constant
attention by the Operator, so standing in one place for long periods of time is not
nececessary.
IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL ALL OF

THE ABOVE POINTS ARE UNDERSTOOD. SEE YOUR SUPERVISOR OR CALL BELVAC’S
SERVICE DEPARTMENT IF THERE IS ANY PART NOT UNDERSTOOD OR CLEAR.

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PERSONAL SAFETY AND MACHINE SAFETY

WARNING LABELS
Be sure to read and understand the Operator's Manual before operating or

maintaining this machine.
Adequate ear protection should be worn at all times during machine

operation to prevent damage to the ears.
Adequate eye protection devices should be worn at all times around this
machine, whether it is operating or not, to prevent injury to the eyes.
When clearing can jams, wear safety gloves to prevent possible injury.
Cans are very sharp and can cause severe cuts and injury.
A rotating sheave and v-belt exist where this label is located. Rotating parts
can entangle human body parts, clothing, loose articles, etc. which may
cause minor to fatal injury. THE GUARD MUST BE IN PLACE AT ALL
TIMES DURING OPERATION TO PREVENT ENTANGLEMENT
INJURIES.
This label warns that hazardous voltage exists in that location. Do NOT
access and/or maintain that area without disconnecting all power to the
machine.
A rotating pulley and belt exist where this label is located. Rotating parts
can entangle human body parts, clothing, any loose articles, etc. which
may cause minor to fatal injury. GUARDS MUST BE IN PLACE AT ALL
TIMES DURING OPERATION TO PREVENT ENTANGLEMENT
INJURIES.
Rotating parts can entangle human body parts, clothing, loose articles, etc.
which may cause minor to fatal injury. GUARDS MUST BE IN PLACE AT
ALL TIMES DURING OPERATION TO PREVENT ENTANGLEMENT
INJURIES.

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WARNING! This machine may start automatically at any time. Refer to the
Sections on Safety and Maintenance in this Manual, AND your plant’s
and/or local government’s safety regulations PRIOR to performing any
service or maintenance.
Keep hands clear of reciprocating machine components: Body parts can be

crushed otherwise. GUARDS MUST BE IN PLACE AT ALL TIMES TO
PREVENT ENTANGLEMENT AND CRUSHING.

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PERSONAL SAFETY
The Belvac trimmers are designed with all guarding as we interpret all known safety
requirements. Certain guard doors, which open, are either screwed shut or have electrical safety
cutout switches. This machine cannot operate when there is an open safety switch. Disabling this
safety feature is blatant misuse and may result in injury. Both the infeed and discharge have
safety cutouts in case of jammed cans or even if irregular cans are processed.
When any of the safety switches have been actuated, a light comes on in the operator’s panel
indicating which jam or safety switch has been opened. If a door is opened, it must be closed
before the circuit can be reset. In addition to the standard stop push button, extra emergency stop
buttons have been located in two other critical locations and are clearly visible. These emergency
stop buttons are the locking-in type which, when pushed, must be pulled out manually to reset the
jog or run circuit. It is important to remember that when working on a machine PUSH AT LEAST
TWO OF THESE IN FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY.
It is extremely important that personnel who have not been trained and/or familiarized with all
machine functions of this equipment should not be permitted to operate it. Personnel who are
careless should not be permitted to operate any automatic equipment for their own safety.
NOTE: Carefully read, observe and comply with all of the following to prevent personal injury
to yourself or others.
 SAFETY GLASSES should be worn to protect the eyes AT ALL TIMES when anywhere
near this machine whether the machine is operating or not.
 EAR PROTECTION should be worn around this machine at all times during operation.
Belvac recommends wearing ear plugs and earmuffs for maximum hearing protection.
Due to can transfer and proximity of this machine to other can plant machinery (presses
etc.) the general can plant may have noise levels up to 110 decibels or more during
production, irrespective of this machine. Wearing ear plugs and earmuffs reduces
exposure to 80 decibels or below.
 STEEL TOE SHOES are ESSENTIAL for those maintaining, servicing, or operating the
machine.
 Gloves should be worn when handling cans to prevent lacerations. Use long-nose pliers
and gloves to remove jammed cans from the machine to prevent laceration.
 There are warning labels placed on various parts of the machine. OBSERVE AND
COMPLY WITH WARNING LABELS. IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION ABOUT WHAT
ANY LABEL MEANS, SEE YOUR SUPERVISOR.
 ONLY OPERATE EQUIPMENT covered by this manual with proper authorization and
complete instruction of this machine and its capabilities.

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 ALL GUARDING (hinged and bolted) must be securely fastened into position and
completely intact as designed before operation. The machine is designed to operate only
if all interlocked guards are in place. ALL guarding devices must be replaced on the
machine after being removed or displaced for any reason whatsoever. FAILURE TO
REPLACE GUARDS OR USE THEM PROPERLY MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS, EVEN
FATAL INJURY!
 LOCK OUT AND TAG OUT ALL power to the machine before beginning any cleaning,
adjustments, repair maintenance or service work. LOCK OUT CONTROL POWER
ACCORDING TO YOUR PLANT AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT LOCKOUT
REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES. (SEE YOUR SUPERVISOR IF THESE ARE
UNKNOWN).
 Keep hands and other body parts away from vicinity of moving parts of the unit. Long
hair, loose clothing, and dangling jewelry SHOULD NOT be worn by anyone operating,
servicing, or in the vicinity of this unit. Rags, tools, or any other loose items should also
be kept away from any moving parts of this unit.
 During maintenance, BE AWARE OF PINCH POINT PLACES. Fingers and hands are
vulnerable to entanglement, crushing and dismemberment in these areas.
 ONLY PERSONNEL TRAINED TO DO ELECTRICAL WORK should open any electrical

boxes on the machine or panels providing power to the machine. All electrical boxes on
the machine are marked with approved E.N. voltage labels.
 During normal and safe operation (including ALL guards in place), there are no odors,
exhaust, fluids, or particles emitted from the machine. IF ANY ODORS, EXHAUST,
FLUIDS, OR PARTICLES ARE BEING EMITTED from the machine, stop the machine
immediately and alert the maintenance department and/or service engineers.
 WHEN WITHIN SIX (6) FEET [1.83 METERS] OF THE MACHINE regardless if it is
operating or not, be aware that bump and trip hazards exist such as: air piping, electrical
piping, wiring, or conduit, infeed and discharge tracks and during maintenance -- guards
raised and/or removed.
 Always use PROPER LIFTING DEVICES if parts have to be removed from the machine
during maintenance.
 SPECIAL NOTE: Do NOT allow familiarity with this equipment to make you careless. A
fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict severe injury. If any problems arise which are
not covered in this manual, refer these to Belvac’s Service Department or your plant
engineering department for appropriate action.

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MACHINE SAFETY AND PROPER USE OF GUARDS
Machine guarding on Belvac’s Can Trimmers have integral securement and include:
o Interlocked hinged doors

o Interlocked sliding guards
o Hinged and tool locked electrical junction boxes
Any other accessible areas of the machine by means of a cover are intended to be used for
installation or a major repair and are not intended to be used by operators or maintainers to gain
access to the machine where potential hazards exist.
The machine has been designed with sufficient strength to destroy most 2-piece cans. However,
safety devices have been designed into both the infeed and discharge to immediately sense a
jam and stop the machine before any machine damage occurs. If jams continue in any area, even
2 or 3, stop the machine and correct the problem. Something is either out of adjustment or the
product coming into the machine has changed. Outlined later in this manual are various items
which may help to identify the problem and its recommended solution.
Do NOT use safety interlocks to start and stop the machine. THE PROPER METHOD to stop the
machine during non-emergency situations is to press the STOP push button. This brings the
machine to a controlled stop, thus reducing the shock loads transmitted to the gearbox.
Do NOT open a guard to stop the machine. The opening of ANY guard puts the machine into
EMERGENCY STOP (E-STOP) mode. In the E-STOP mode, the machine will come to a stop
from speed in one second. The guards were designed for safety requirements and should not be
used for general stopping of the machine. However, the Belvac CC Trimmer can be stopped with
an E-STOP without damage to the machine.
All guards MUST be in place and properly secured during operation. The guards may be removed
for purposes of maintenance when ALL control power is locked out.
Again, ALL guarding devices must be replaced on the machine after being removed or displaced
for any reason whatsoever.
Guard Maintenance should be completed by Maintenance Personnel and/or Service Engineers

only.
CLEANOUT OF JAMMED CANS
Cleanout of damaged cans should be done with safety gloves and long nose pliers, not by hand
since severe laceration of fingers can occur. Do NOT use hard steel bars to push out cans since
this can destroy alignment and settings of the various parts.

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LUBRICATION OF MACHINE
Lubrication of equipment is essential for the CC trimmer to function and provide quality product.
Examine carefully and follow all instructions provided in Part 2 of this manual and the appropriate
lubrication and specification drawing to ensure the machine is properly maintained.
PRODUCT SAFETY
When this equipment has been properly adjusted and maintained, it will produce an essentially
burr free trimmed edge, on both steel and aluminum drawn and ironed cans. If the product does
get out of specification it is important that the proper adjustments and/or maintenance be
performed to correct that problem to assure a consistent quality product.
ABOUT COMMERCIAL DATA and MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS
Commercial Data and MSDSs are provided by Belvac for your records. These sheets were
obtained from Belvac’s suppliers and pertain only to the materials as they existed on the machine
when it shipped from Belvac to your location. All Commercial Data and MSDSs are contained on
the supplied CD only.

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DETAILED DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION
The general flow or process of the cans as they pass through the trimmer is shown in Figure 1 for
RML type, Figure 2 for DL type, Figure 3 for CL type and Figure 4 for CC95. The raw or
untrimmed cans are gravity fed into the infeed track. The infeed track feeds cans into the infeed
starwheel. Note that the CC95 and CC93DL do NOT have an independent infeed starwheel like
the CC93RL and CC93CL; the can stack is fed directly into the main turret starwheel for the
CC95 and CC93DL configurations. The infeed starwheel consists of (2) sets of sawtooth shaped
plates which pick one can at a time from the bottom of the stack and place it into the cooperating
pocket in the main starwheel.
The main starwheel is located on the main turret shaft and its pockets are aligned with the main
spindles and cutting cartridges. Mounted on the end of the spindles are vacuum chucks. As these
move into position against the bottom of the can, the vacuum activates and picks the can off of
the starwheel edges and centers it with the cutting head. As the main turret revolves and the
spindle continues to move in, the can is spinning and comes to its full forward dwell position.
While in this forward position, the cutting knives close and the cutting or trimming operation takes
place. Both the knives and the spindle are driven during the cutting operation. The spindle is
overdriven through a slip clutch which, while the cutting is taking place, comes down to the same
speed of the cutting knives.
After the cutting is completed, the knives open and the spindle starts its return to the rear
position. It is during this return that the stripping of the trim ring off the stripper pins also takes
place. When the spindle has reached its full rear position the vacuum is released and the can is
ejected into the finished can discharge chute. The trim ring has also finished its stripping
sequence and is discharged into the trim discharge duct. The finished can chute and the trim
discharge duct are side by side.
INFEED
The infeed is a stack type feed (gravity fed) consisting of four side rails and two end plates.
These are spaced to give approximately 0.030” [0.8 mm] diametric clearance between the can
outer diameter and infeed rails. The center line of the stack of cans is off center position from the
starwheel center. The end plate which faces the raw edge or open end of the can (towards the
drive side of the trimmer) is adjustable to compensate for punch tooling and metal gauge
variations during operation.
End plate adjustment should be made with sufficient clearance to take the longest can with that
particular punch and tool package. The infeed starwheel (if equipped) picks one can at a time
from the bottom of the stack of cans and places that can into the cooperative pocket of the
starwheel on the main turret. Machines without an infeed starwheel feed directly to the main
turret.
The infeed starwheel segments are mounted on a solid hub. The hub is fixed to the infeed
starwheel drive shaft by a Trantorque unit. Timing of the starwheel is done by releasing the clamp
of the infeed overload clutch body, rotating the infeed drive shaft to position the infeed

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starwheels, and reclamping the body. Position the starwheel correctly by putting a plug with a
diameter 0.010” larger than the can in the main turret starwheel pocket along the direct centerline
of the infeed starwheel pocket and moving it so the tips are 0.03” [0.8mm] away from the plug.
Figure 1 Can Flow – “RL” Type

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Figure 2 Can Flow “DL” Type

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Figure 3 Can Flow “CL” Type

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Figure 4 Can Flow CC95 Type

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Place a can into the infeed chute and rotate the main turret by hand, with the power off. As you
rotate the turret, check the can at several points during the entire transfer from one starwheel to
the other. The can must be loose at all times and have the same clearance on the front part and
the rear part of the transfer cycle. If you do not have this, reset the infeed starwheel with the plug
and repeat the checking process. After the above has been satisfactorily set, run 2 or 3 cans
through at speed with 8-10 cans behind them to maintain adequate head pressure. Check these
cans prior to and after the run, to see if there is any denting or scuffing. If the adjustment is
satisfactory, be sure to torque the clamping screw.
Infeed shafts, when present, receive power from the drive side of the machine. For CC93CL
machines, the gear belt pulley mounted on the infeed shaft is connected by a belt to the main
shaft pulley, a tensioner pulley and the motor driven reducer. This belt has teeth on both sides;
the outside teeth drive the infeed shaft while the inside teeth contact the reducer pulley, main
shaft pulley and tensioner.
For CC93RL machines, there is an auxiliary gear belt pulley mounted on the main shaft pulley.
The belt contacts this pulley with its outside teeth and the infeed shaft and tensioner pulleys with
its inside teeth.
The belt should be sufficiently tight such that when the surface is depressed with 3 to 5 pounds
[1.36-2.27 kg] of pressure it will deflect 0.25-0.38” [6.4-9.5 mm]. The tensioner is designed so that
rough adjustment is made using the curved slot, and finer adjustment with the square head
setscrew pushing against the pivot arm. Be sure to torque the slot and center screws after
tightening the belt.
For arrangement of the above see the Drive Side Assembly Drawing.
CAN TRANSFER INTO MAIN TURRET
As previously mentioned it is crucial the can has adequate and equal clearance around it during
transfer to ensure no denting or scuffing will occur on the can body.
After a can has been properly placed into the main starwheel pocket, it comes under the infeed
hinged jam gate. Before making any proximity sensor adjustments, rotate the turret by hand with
a can in it. The distance from the can to the curve in the gate should be fairly constant. If it is not,
reset the position with the set screw and jam nut. Relock the set screw and jam nut.
Mounted near the pivot on the operator’s side is a proximity sensor. Move this sensor so the
slightest lift of the gate will cause this sensor to activate. This is to make sure an irregular can will
stop the machine. With the power on to the machine, any lifting of the gate should activate the
appropriate warning light. When you have checked this several times, turn the power off and set
the brush. The hold-down brush on the operator’s side must not apply enough pressure to affect
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PIN STOP MECHANISM

[See Figures 1 through 5]
The pin stop mechanism’s purpose is to:
A. Stop the flow of cans into the starwheel when the stack height of the incoming cans gets
too low.
B. Start the flow of cans into the infeed starwheel, with the proper drop sequence, when the
stack height of the incoming cans is sufficient.
The unit is attached to the infeed on the operator-side end plate and consists of a double-acting
pneumatic cylinder controlled by a solenoid. This solenoid is actuated by ON/OFF timing logic
based off the ON/OFF timing proximity sensors. The pin stop is activated when the upstream
proximity sensor(s) detect a low volume of cans entering the trimmer. The cylinder extends,
contacting the dome side of a can to stop singular cans from entering the machine. When a
sufficient amount of cans begin to flow again and cover the proximity sensor, the pin stop retracts
and cans move into the infeed starwheel. This constant velocity or CV infeed system has been
designed to provide a smooth, continuous and uninterrupted flow of cans into the trimmer.

NOTE: A minimum of 8-10 cans must be present in the infeed stack while the machine is idling
(rotation under power without processing cans). The infeed proximity sensor must be positioned
to account for this stack height.

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CC93CL AND CC93RL PIN STOP INFEED CONTROL

RETRACT TIMING (CANS WILL FLOW)
The pin retract timing lug and corresponding sensor are mounted at the operator side of the
trimmer infeed assembly. This sensor becomes enabled only when the infeed sensor is satisfied.
Once it is enabled, when the next leading edge of the infeed shaft-mounted timing lug passes into
the sensor field, the air cylinder actuates.
The pin stop retracts from the incoming cans. The timing lug should be positioned such that the
leading tip of the starwheel has just passed the vertical center line of the incoming can. Cans will
continue to feed, touching sidewall to sidewall, as long as the infeed sensor is satisfied. The
infeed starwheel has been designed to take each incoming can away without damage to the next
can.
Figure 5
INSERT TIMING (CANS WILL HALT)

The pin insert timing lug and corresponding sensor are mounted at the drive side of the trimmer
infeed assembly. This sensor becomes enabled only when the infeed sensor is not satisfied
(does not see cans). Once it is enabled, when the next leading edge of the shaft-mounted timing
lug passes into the sensor field, the air cylinder actuates. The pin stop will then insert into the
dome end of the incoming can. Once the infeed timing is achieved, lock the setscrews in the lugs.
[See Figure 5]


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CC95 AND CC93DL PIN STOP INFEED CONTROL

RETRACT TIMING (CANS WILL FLOW)
The pin stop timing flags and corresponding sensors are mounted on the cutting head retainer
plate and drive side end frame respectively. The retract timing sensor becomes enabled only
when the infeed sensor is satisfied. Once it is enabled, when the next leading edge of the main
shaft timing flag passes into the sensor field, the air cylinder actuates.
The pin stop retracts from the incoming cans. The timing flag should be positioned such that the
leading edge of the main starwheel has just passed the vertical centerline of the incoming can.
Cans will continue to feed touching sidewall to sidewall as long as the infeed sensor is
satisfied.The main starwheel is designed to take each incoming can away without damage to the
next can.
INSERT TIMING (CANS WILL HALT)
The insert timing sensor becomes enabled only when the infeed sensor is not satisfied (does not
see cans). Once it is enabled, when the next leading edge of the main shaft timing flag passes
into the sensor field, the air cylinder actuates. The pin stop will then insert into the dome end of
the incoming can. Once the infeed timing is achieved, lock the proximity bracket to the drive side
end frame. [Refer to Figures 2 and 4]


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VACUUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION OF VACUUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM
The main purpose of the vacuum system on the CC series trimmers is to hold the can in the
appropriate position during the cutting operation. Additionally, the vaccum assists in maintaining a
smooth transfer between the infeed rails, starwheels and discharge rails.
Vacuum is provided to the machine through a hose attached to the adjustable slip ring retainer on
the operator side end frame. Within this retainer is the vacuum slip ring, which is stationery in
relation to the retainer and the vacuum selector ring which rotates with the main shaft. The slip
ring has two ports; one which is open to the atmosphere and one which is aligned with the
vacuum hose previously mentioned. As the main shaft rotates, holes in the selector ring move
into position along the ports to release or hold vacuum. The holes in the selector ring continue
into the main shaft which provides channels by which the vacuum can reach the main spindle
frame and spindle assemblies themselves. Center holes in the can chucks complete the vacuum
path. [See Figures 6 and 7].
A filter spring is placed in the center hole of each vacuum chuck to serve the following purposes:
1. Locate the pressure drop point further down the opening to reduce noise
2. Ensure all spindles have proper negative pressure to hold cans being trimmed
3. Trap foreign material which could clog the vacuum system
The spring may be removed for cleaning using tool 00208-CC93. Be sure to reinstall it before
running the machine.
The vacuum timing can be adjusted as described below for proper pickup of the cans from the
infeed and release of the cans to the discharge. Once initially set, further adjustments will not be
necessary unless a major speed change is made to the trimmer.
TIMING OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM
The finished can, while being held with vacuum on its chuck, must clear the leading edge of the
trim duct wall by at least 1/16” as it comes to the rear dwell position of the main positioning cam.
It is at this point when the trimmed can has entered the discharge chute that the vacuum is
released. It must be completely released before the can comes to the upper rails. Likewise, when
jogging the machine, the vacuum must not release too soon, otherwise the can will be caught
between the starwheel and the trim duct. To adjust the vacuum timing, loosen the clamps
securing the slip ring retainer to the side frame. Rotate the assembly to advance or retard the
vacuum release location, then retighten the clamps.
Run a few cans to verify the adjustment is correct, recheck the tightness of the clamps and
replace the guard. [See Figures 6 and 7].
NOTE: The length of the arc where vacuum is provided CANNOT be changed; adjusting the
vacuum release point will also move the can pick-up point.

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Figure 6 Vacuum Distribution System
CC93 and CC93QC Only


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Figure 7 Vacuum Distribution System
CC95 Only

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CHANGING TRIM HEIGHT OF CAN
The trim height has been set at the factory. To check if height is within gauge specifications, trim
a can with each cartridge and check height with gauge GH401-CC93 or equivalent. If height is out
of specification remove the vacuum chuck and add or delete shims behind the chuck to bring
each can back into specification. Trim another can with each cartridge and recheck on height
gauge to be sure that proper shims were chosen to bring cans to specification height.
For CC93QC, when trim height change requires relocating the infeed dome end side and the
discharge side plates, use setup tool #1410497-CC93 as detailed in Figures 8 and 9.
CARTRIDGE OPERATION CUTTING CAM
Mounted on the inside face of the drive side frame and centered on the main bearing plate is a
single face barrel type cam. This cam has a 0.50” [12.7 mm] total rise and a 90˚ upper dwell
period [60˚ for CC95]. It is during this period that the trimming operation takes place.
The proper timing of this cam is dependent on the position of the main positioning cam. When the
untrimmed can has been brought into its full forward position, the cutting knives must close.
Before the can starts its return to the rear position, the cutting knives must be open.


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CC93QC Only
Figure 8 Moving the Discharge Dome‐End Plates
Figure 9 Moving the Infeed Dome‐End Plate
CC93QC Only

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CARTRIDGE INPUT MAIN DRIVE (CC93 AND CC95)
The drive to the cartridge starts on the outside of the drive side frame. The gear belt which
powers the main shaft from the gear box wraps around the cartridge input pulley for RL and DL
machines. An additional belt and tensioner pulley are used for CL machines. The input pulley is
on a jack shaft that comes through the frame. Mounted on the other end of this jack shaft is a
non-metallic gear. This gear meshes with the cut drive gear on the main shaft through a slot in
the cutting cam. The cut drive gear outputs to the cartridge drive assembly gears in turn.
As the turret rotates, the output cut drive gear drives the cartridge gears at a speed sufficient to
give 1¼ cut revolutions of the can.
CARTRIDGE INPUT AUXILIARY DRIVE (CC93QC)
For the CC93QC, the trim cartridge is driven by an auxiliary motor that follows an encoder,
coupled to the main shaft. The auxiliary motor drive must be configured for each diameter
change. This is done by manipulating a specific drive parameter. A table is supplied with drive
parameter change data, which corresponds with each desired diameter change. This table can be
found in the electrical drawing set supplied with your machine.


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MAIN SPINDLE ASSEMBLY

NOTE: See Main Cross Section or Assembly Mainshaft H&D QC Drawing for Components and
Arrangement.
CAM FOLLOWER ASSEMBLY
This assembly consists of two adjustable cam followers. The outer follower is mounted in an
eccentric bushing and retained with a clamp finger. The inner follower is mounted in an arm which
pivots on two tapered roller bearings. The bearings are preloaded at all times to make sure that
there is no angular misalignment of this pivoting cam follower. When assembled at Belvac these
bearings are preloaded approximately 0.002” [0.051 mm]. In addition to the bearing preload there
is some angular toe-in built into the upper pivot retainer bracket. This is to make sure when the
spindle is under load, the deflection in the various parts are compensated for. The spring which
presses against the inner follower arm is used for overrun when the spindle homes out.
There should not be any need for field adjustment in this area. However, if there is, consult
Belvac for full details on the proper procedure covering this area. See Part 2 (Specialty
Maintenance) of this manual for more information.
MAIN SPINDLE AND SLIP CLUTCH
The spindle sleeve assembly consists of a sleeve, two main ball bearings, a shaft and a threaded
split collar for preloading the bearings. Mounted at the rear of the sleeve is a hardened homing
ring. This ring is used to bottom out or home against the homing plate mounted on the rear of the
spindle housing. This makes sure that there is no lateral movement of the can during its cutting
cycle. On the inside of the sleeve are two carbon rings which are a turning fit on the shaft. These
form the vacuum bridge between the hole through the outer tube and the hole in the shaft. The
shaft is drilled from the front end to the point where the side drill is located. This forms the
passage for the vacuum from the main shaft. It is important to keep the spindle sleeve well
lubricated to prevent loss of vacuum.
There is a spring which reduces the noise level of the in rushing air and forms a pressure drop to
ensure equal vacuum is provided to each spindle. The front end of the spindle shaft has a pilot
and flange with four 1/4” tapped holes. The can vacuum chuck with its mating shims are mounted
here. The quantity and thickness of shims selected depends upon the desired trim can height.
Assembled at the rear end of the spindle shaft is a slip clutch. This consists of the following parts
in order of assembly:
1. Stationary Clutch Ring which is keyed to the shaft rests against the split threaded collar
which is preloading the spindle ball bearings.
2. Non-metallic Spur Gear mounted on a needle bearing and its mating inner race.
3. Floating Outer Clutch Ring is keyed to the shaft and rests against the gear side face with
variable pressure.
4. Wavey washer.
5. Split Collar.
After a machine has run for a significant amount of time the clutches will require readjusting until
they seat themselves.

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MAIN SPINDLE HOUSING
The spindle sleeve assembly resides inside the main spindle housing and is retained by the
spindle homing plate. It is critical to ensure the spindle sleeve remains well lubricated to prevent
excessive wear of the spindle housing, which may result in a loss of vacuum.
Hardened steel wear strips are installed in the front of the housing. These strips provide contact
points for the spindle-mounted rollers which maintain the alignment of the subassemblies. The
spindle housing mounts to the main spindle frame with a spacer between as required. A system
of holes in these components directs the vacuum flow as described previously.
CAN VACUUM CHUCK
The can vacuum chuck is designed to fit into the bottom of the can. The chucks are designed at
Belvac for each unique can design can and are sized to fit cans which are produced on a D&I
Body Maker bottom former which is on the low range of tooling wear. Refer to Part 2 of this
manual for service information. It is highly recommended that only Belvac parts be used.
STRIPPER ROD ASSEMBLY
The stripper rod assembly is fastened to the sliding spindle sleeve through the bracket holding
the stripper rods. The height of the stripper rod bracket is dependent on can diameter. Two
socket head cap screws mount through the bracket, through a standard spacer, and thread into
the spindle sleeve. Two dowel pin guided rollers are mounted behind the standard spacer to
assist in maintaining alignment of the stripper rods and spindle sleeve in the spindle housing
when cans are positioned on the cartridge and pins.
The two rods extend through the two starwheel segments and their mounting hubs to the end
position of the cartridge where the stripper housing bracket is mounted.
STRIPPER HOUSING BRACKET
This bracket is mounted at the end of the two stripper pull rods and is used for the stripper ring
plate to slide into. With the cutting cartridge in place, the stripper plate must be free in the
stripper housing bracket. It must be loose enough to rattle by hand, otherwise it may be restricting
the position of the cartridge and causing binding of the stripper rods in their slide bearings.
With the rear cam follower bracket off, the entire assembly must be free to slide in its full range
without any binding whatsoever. This is very important to ensure that when running at high
speed the homing spring on the front cam follower arm does not move.


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STARWHEEL SEGMENTS AND MOUNTING HUBS
The main turret shaft is tapped and has a keyway where the two starwheel hubs locate and
mount. The starwheel with the greater pocket size, along with the hub which has bushings, is
located closest to the cartridge. The starwheel segment with the smaller pocket and the hub
segment WITHOUT bushings are next to the spindle. Refer to Part 2 for service and repair.


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MAIN POSITIONING CAM

The main positioning cam is located on the inside face of the operator’s side frame. It is centered
on the main bearing retainer plate and held in position with 3 clamp fingers. The can chuck gets
its motions and dwell positions from this cam.
NOTE: the CC95 cam is doweled on the main bearing retainer plate and held in position with (5)
5/16-18 screws.
TIMING OF THE MAIN POSITIONING AND CUTTING CAMS
The main positioning cam is located with a 1/4” dowel pin located on the end frame.
NOTE: The main positioning cam should never be moved from the previously mentioned position.
The cut cam should then be set so when you have 0.005” clearance between the homing ring and
the homing plate, the clearance between the knives is 0.020 on non-QC trimmers and 0.025 on
QC trimmers.
It is important to follow the lubrication specifications to ensure that this cam has a grease film at
all times, otherwise premature wear of the cam and followers will occur.


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TRIM RING EJECTION TIMING

When the proper can transfer into gravity discharge has been achieved, the trim ejection timing
has also been completed. In the design of the stripping mechanism, space has been allowed so
that when the can starts its return to the rear full position, the trim ring does not move
immediately. After the can has moved at least 1/4” away from the cutting cartridges, the trim ring
will move. This is to make sure that there is space in between the two for the outer partition of the
trim ring duct to come in between them.
COLLECTION OF FINISHED (SAMPLE) CANS

RECOMMENDED DISCHARGE RAIL (AWAY FROM TRIMMER)
It is recommended that a spring loaded gate be provided in the customer’s finished can handling
system which attaches to the Belvac trimmer discharge rails. This gate should be facing toward
the trimmer to make it convenient for the collection of sample cans.
CLEARING CAN JAMS
Clearing damaged or jammed cans from the machine should be done wearing gloves and using
long nosed pliers.
Do NOT attempt this with bare hands as severe lacerations of fingers can occur. Do NOT use
hard steel bars to push out cans as this can destroy settings and alignment of various
components.
If jams continue to occur, alert maintenance personnel and/or service engineers. Machine may be
out of alignment or product entering trimmer may have changed.


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Introduction, Safety and Operation

This section of the manual is to be used as a guide for Maintenance personnel.

ALWAYS depress E-STOPs and isolate main drive motor.

ALWAYS use slings and correct lifting techniques.

ALWAYS reinstall safety devices (including guards) and check their

ALWAYS rotate the machine several times by hand BEFORE restoring

ALWAYS keep safety in mind when performing maintenance and

INTRODUCTION AND PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

This manual is divided into three (3) elements:

1. Introduction, Safety and Operation

EXPLANATION OF INTENDED USE AND MISUSE OF THE CC TRIMMER

Machine Rated Speed (CPM)

CAN AND TRIM EJECTION

FUNCTION OF THE OPERATOR

IMPORTANT NOTE: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT UNTIL ALL OF

PERSONAL SAFETY AND MACHINE SAFETY

Be sure to read and understand the Operator's Manual before operating or

Adequate ear protection should be worn at all times during machine

Keep hands clear of reciprocating machine components: Body parts can be

 ONLY PERSONNEL TRAINED TO DO ELECTRICAL WORK should open any electrical

MACHINE SAFETY AND PROPER USE OF GUARDS

o Interlocked hinged doors

Guard Maintenance should be completed by Maintenance Personnel and/or Service Engineers

CLEANOUT OF JAMMED CANS

ABOUT COMMERCIAL DATA and MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS

DETAILED DESCRIPTION AND OPERATION

CAN TRANSFER INTO MAIN TURRET

PIN STOP MECHANISM

The pin stop mechanism’s purpose is to:

CC93CL AND CC93RL PIN STOP INFEED CONTROL

INSERT TIMING (CANS WILL HALT)

CC95 AND CC93DL PIN STOP INFEED CONTROL

INSERT TIMING (CANS WILL HALT)

VACUUM DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

TIMING OF THE VACUUM SYSTEM

CHANGING TRIM HEIGHT OF CAN

CARTRIDGE OPERATION CUTTING CAM

CARTRIDGE INPUT MAIN DRIVE (CC93 AND CC95)

CARTRIDGE INPUT AUXILIARY DRIVE (CC93QC)

MAIN SPINDLE ASSEMBLY

CAM FOLLOWER ASSEMBLY

MAIN SPINDLE AND SLIP CLUTCH

MAIN SPINDLE HOUSING

CAN VACUUM CHUCK

STRIPPER ROD ASSEMBLY

STRIPPER HOUSING BRACKET

STARWHEEL SEGMENTS AND MOUNTING HUBS

MAIN POSITIONING CAM

TIMING OF THE MAIN POSITIONING AND CUTTING CAMS

TRIM RING EJECTION TIMING

COLLECTION OF FINISHED (SAMPLE) CANS

CLEARING CAN JAMS

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