Motor, Welding, Clearance – Grain Systems Bucket Elevtors, Conveyors, Series II Sweeps PNEG-1187 User Manual
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Series 2 Incline Chain Conveyors
Installation
PNEG-1187
Motor
Connect the conveyor motor to a power source ac-
cording to the motor manufacturer’s instructions and
recommendations. To avoid injury it is recommended
that a certified electrician perform the motor wiring. A
shut off switch should be placed near the motor so that
the system may easily be shut down to help prevent
accidents during maintenance. It is important to check
proper motor shaft rotation before installing drive belts
Welding
Welding on or to the conveyor may cause damage to
both the conveyor and its electrical system. If welding
is necessary, measures should be taken to protect the
conveyor. Should it be necessary to fasten anything to
the conveyor permanently, careful consideration should
be given to methods of maintenance, removal and re-
placement of the conveyor and/or its parts. (Please
refer to Inlet Installation on pg.13 for the recommended
guidelines).
Clearance
A clearance of at least the width of the conveyor is rec-
ommended on all sides of the unit. Less clearance may
be acceptable however, serious consideration must be
given to methods of maintenance, removal and replace-
ment of the conveyor and/or its parts.
Support
The recommended general guidelines in this area in-
clude adequate support for the conveyor assembly to
be installed at intervals no greater than 10 feet. It is
recommended that supports be installed at vertical por-
tions of flanges leaving bottoms of trough sections clear.
By attaching supports in this manner, the removable bot-
toms are unobstructed for ease of replacement. Sup-
port legs are available as an option.