Installation and Maintenance Manual: RLVDC
Published February 2022
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6 Maintenance and Operation
The longevity and proper functionality of Bastian Solutions conveyor is based upon standard operating
practices and general maintenance of equipment. Setting up a regular maintenance schedule will help to
ensure that products comply with the equipment’s warranty.
Lockout/Tagout
procedures should
be
implemented before performing any maintenance.
6.1 Safety During Operation
The list below explains a series of recommended precautions that should be taken when personnel are
near the equipment. This list is not intended to be the only precautions taken, but it serves as a guide of
important steps to follow.
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Only fully trained employees should operate or perform maintenance on the conveyors. Proper
training should include the detailed description of fail-safes, stopping devices, or other emergency
regulations put in place.
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WARNING stickers should be replaced if worn or damaged.
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All personnel in the area should be alerted prior to starting any conveyor at all times. This process
may vary depending on the conditions and layout of the site, but it should use audible and visual
cues and all personnel should be made aware of the protocol.
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Operators should inspect the conveyor for damage, foreign objects, and verify all personnel is
clear of the equipment prior to engaging drive.
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Ensure that all areas are clear of objects prior to loading and unloading.
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No personnel should ever ride, climb, step, sit on, or otherwise put body weight on the conveyor.
Doing so puts both personnel and equipment at risk.
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Maintenance should be performed at regular intervals to assure the safety of operators and the
longest life of components. Should a component break during operation or prior to operation, then
lockout/tagout instructions should be performed immediately to prevent exposure to hazards.
6.2 Maintenance Schedule
To prolong the life of the material handling equipment and reduce the risk of potential safety
hazards, it is vital that a preventative maintenance program be set in place and followed. The
following instructions will help identify key areas requiring maintenance.
6.2.1 Mechanical Service
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An auditory inspection of the equipment should be performed to identify any unusual noise that
may indicate that there is a problem with the equipment.
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Check all nuts and bolts to ensure bolts remain tight. MDR nuts should be torqued using a torque
wrench to each MDR’s torque specs. Please reference Table 1 for a list of common MDRs and
their torque requirements.
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O-rings/bands should be inspected for excessive wear, stretching or slip and replaced as
necessary.
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The recommended interval for maintenance is at least once every 6 months.
Table 1: MDR Nut Torque Specifications
MDR
MDR NUT TORQUE SPECS
Interroll EC100/110
30 ft-lbs
Interroll EC310
50 ft-lbs
Itoh Denki PM486FE/FP
23 ft-lbs
