Safety & Interlocks
AssemblyInterlocks that prevent the ram from moving unless the drawer is shut: a removable key/safety switch arms the unit, an anti-tip switch confirms the drawer is closed, and limit switches stop the ram at each end of travel. A full specification article for this item is being written. Meanwhile its bill of materials and connections are below.
Bill of materials for Safety & Interlocks
4 top-level lines as of r176166| # | Item / sub-assembly | Part no. | Qty/assy | Ext. qty | Parts | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Key / Safety Switch | trash-compactor-key-switch | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 2 | Anti-Tip / Drawer Switch | trash-compactor-anti-tip-switch | 1× | 1 | · | part |
| 3 | Travel Limit Switch | trash-compactor-limit-switch | 2× | 2 | · | part |
| 4 | Wire Bundle | wire-bundle | 1× | 1 | · | part |