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Figure 30.
Lacing the Conveyor Belt
7.16. Clean and Wash the Equipment
1. Clean out excess grain from all areas of the conveyor.
2. Make sure water can drain from the conveyor tube and intake, then wash the tube with a water hose or
pressure washer until all dirt, mud, debris, or residue is gone.
3. Provide sufficient time for the water to drain from the conveyor.
7.17. Tension the Drive Belts
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When equipped:
1. Remove guard and push on the center of the belt span with a force of approximately 5 lb.
2. The belts will deflect approximately 1” (25 mm) when properly tensioned.
Figure 31.
Typical Drive Belt Tensioning
1 inch
(25 mm)
3. Tighten or loosen the drive belts (or idler pulley when equipped) to achieve the proper tension.
Important
The drive belt should be just tight enough to not slip on the drive pulley when operating. If the belt
is too loose, it will slip, possibly causing a squeaking sound and slowing the belt down. If the belt is
too tight, it will cause excess wear.
S-DRIVE STANDARD CONVEYOR – PORTABLE GRAIN BELT CONVEYOR
