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Reclaim Line 007-Shredder PM (Blade Change)

A scheduled blade change procedure for the Reclaim Line 007 shredder to safely remove worn blades and install replacements in accordance with established protocols, ensuring optimal shredding performance and safe operation are restored prior to returning the reclaim line to full production service.
Amcor - PRY
02/25/2026

Reclaim Line 007-Shredder PM (Blade Change)

Installing new or rotating cutter blades on the WEIMA shredder is important to maintain optimal cutting efficiency, reduce strain on the motor, and ensure consistent material size output. Sharp, properly positioned blades also help prevent jams, minimize downtime, and extend the overall lifespan of the machine.

    PURPOSE OF THIS PM IS TO INSTALL NEW OR ROTATE CUTTER BLADES ON THE WEIMA SHREDDER FOR RECLAIM LINE 007 AND CHECK THE CONDITION OF THE SHREDDER SCREEN.

    LOCKOUT/TAGOUT PROCEDURES MUST BE FOLLOWED AT ALL TIMES

    APPROPRIATE PPE MUST BE WORN AT ALL TIMES

    IS THIS PROCEDURE BEING DONE DURING 72 HR TRI-ANNUAL PM, IF SO, SEE BELOW, IF NOT, SELECT NO AND SIGN AND DATE

    • Yes
    • No
    • N / A

    WEIMA AMERICA, INC FOR PARTS

    MINIMUM PARTS FOR BLADE REPLACEMENT REQUIRED TO DO JOB

    ADDITIONAL PARTS THAT MIGHT BE NEEDED

    METHOD OF INSTALLATION, DENOTE WHICH ONE IS BEING PERFORMED

    TORQUE VALUES REQUIRED

    CHECK THAT SHREDDER IS EMPTY AND ALL PLASTIC IS REMOVED,, IF NOT REMOVE

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    CHECK THAT ROTOR IS FREE AND MOVES FREELY, REPAIR AS REQUIRED

    • Pass
    • Flag
    • Fail

    WHEN LOOSENING BLADE BOLTS, USE ALLEN WRENCH ONLY, WHETHER A SINGLE OR ON A RATCHET, DO NOT USE AN IMPACT AS IT HAS A TENDENCY TO STRIP BOLT HEAD OUT. IF NECESSARY, USE HEAT TO BREAK PLASTIC CONNECTION.

    ONCE A ROW OF KNIVES AND NIPS ARE REPLACED, SLOWLY ROTATE ROTOR IN OPERATING DIRECTION ONLY TO VERIFY THE KNIVES DO NOT HIT BED KNIVES, IF CONTACT IS NOTICED, ADJUST BLADE TO WHERE NO CONTACT IS NOTICED AND ROTOR TURNS TO NEXT ROW OF BLADES.

    CONTINUE UNTIL ALL 52 BLADES AND 4 BROACHING KNIVES ARE EITHER REPLACED OR TURNED. ONCE ALL KNIVES ARE ROTATED OR REPLACED, ROTATE ROTOR MANUALLY A FEW TIMES, ROTATE BACKWARDS FIRST IF NOTHING HITS, ROTATE FORWARD,, LISTENING FOR ANY HITTING. ADJUST AS REQUIRED.

    REMOVE ALL TOOLS, OLD KNIVES, BOLTS, ETC., BEFORE LEAVING GRINDER. DO NOT WANT ANY DEBRIS LEFT IN THAT WILL DAMAGE NEW BLADES.

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Source: Amcor - PRY (Community Member)

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