Breaks, size press

1. Breaks may have origin at the wet end of the machine.
— ensure that wet end is not source.

2. Mechanical problems with:
— ropes.
— press speed versus dryers.
— roll wear or surface condition.
— roll crown and curve.
— press loading conditions.

3. Problems with starch system, such as:
— pond level and stability.
— nozzle condition and pressures.
— cleanliness of distribution system.
— starch temperature.
— roll cooling system.
— starch return screening system.
— cooking conditions.
— foaming tendency.

4. Contamination:
— check for plastics.
— check on secondary screen rejects.
— check break ends for other causes.