Operating the Large Jaw CrusherΒΆ

Procedure for crushing samples using the large jaw crusher in Wilkinson. The large jaw crusher is generally used for crushing large amounts of sample. The size of the rock should be no larger than the size of a fist.

Steps

  1. Check and make sure the plates and properly installed.

  2. Turn on the crusher.

  3. Place a single piece of rock in the crusher. If the material consists of smaller than fist #ized pieces, you can pour in a small amount at a time.

  4. If crushing a lot of material, be sure to occasionally check the pan and make sure the #rushed material is not overflowing.

  5. Turn off the crusher.