Grain Systems Bucket Elevtors, Conveyors, Series II Sweeps PNEG-1187 - Manual (Page 18)

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Series 2 Incline Chain Conveyors
PNEG-1187
Installation
Inlet Assembly and Installation
One inlet is typically provided per conveyor. Inlets
mounted too close to the tail chain sprocket will allow
grain to come in contact with the sprocket and chain
pinch. This may cause excessive damage to any grain
being conveyed. The minimum distance from tail splice
joint to the nearest edge of the inlet assembly should
be 6".
If the conveyor is control fed and has a center pan,
another opening in the center pan should start at the
edge of the inlet and extend a distance of twice the inlet
opening, towards the tail. The width of the opening
should be determined by starting the opening a dis-
tance of 1-1/4" from the inside edge of the conveyor.
(See Fig. 6)
The inlet can be attached with continuous weld seams.
If intermittently welded, it is important to use caulking
or sealing around the inlet area in order to seal the unit.
Similarly, it is recommended that if inlets are welded
onto the conveyor, this procedure should occur prior
to installation of motor and/or other electrical devices.
By not following this precaution, owner assumes all risks
associated with this type of installation.
Before installing the covers, an adhesive back foam
strip may be applied to provide a seal against the
elements. Starting at the tail assembly, place the Tail
Section Cover on top of the Tail Section assembly.
Apply the adhesive back foam strip to the top surface
of the protruding lip before installing the next cover
(See Fig. 7). This recommended installation se-
quence should ensure that water will shed away from
cover seam connections.
When an inlet is on the conveyor, a cover section
may have to be cut accordingly to accommodate
the inlet. For installation of an inlet, see Inlet
Assembly and Installation.
Cover Assembly Installation
FIG. 6
Inlet Assembly
FIG. 7
Foam Strip Placement
(Inlet Opening)
Foam Strip