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G. SPEED REDUCING SHAFT
(Viewing from the front of the dryer). The
speed reducing shaft is located on the right
side and is right above the drive motor. The
idler assembly consists of two (2) idler pulleys,
the small and large pulleys. The idlers main
purpose is to reduce the speed and increase
torque provided to the tumbler (basket)
bearing. Also, at the idler assembly, belt tension
can be adjusted.
H. TUMBLER (BASKET)
BEARING ARRANGEMENT
The tumbler (basket) bearing
arrangement is located (viewing from
the rear of the dryer) approximately
at the upper center of the dryer. The
arrangement consists of a bearing cap,
rotational sensor and a flange bearing
which serve to support the tumbler
(basket).
I. TUMBLER (BASKET)
The tumbler (basket) consists of four (4) ribs
and four (4) perforated panels, along with a
front and back, which are welded together as
an assembly. The (tumbler [basket]) also
consists of a trunnion, which supports the
tumbler (basket) in the rear.