8. M
AINTENANCE
BATCO - T
OP
D
RIVE
F
IELD
L
OADER
8.3. S
ERVICE
& M
AINTENANCE
P
ROCEDURES
1300 P, 1500 P S
ERIES
30
P1512121
Important:
Some belts may have uneven edges, appearing misaligned. Wait until the belt
makes a complete revolution before adjusting rollers.
8.3.4. B
ELT
T
ENSION
I
NSTRUCTIONS
P
INCH
T
OP
D
RIVE
1. Loosen bearing bolts and jam nut (if included) at tightener roller (see Figure
2. Check to ensure pinch roller is moveable.
3. Tighten tightener bolts equally, use tape to verify. Belt should deflect 1-2”
when pushed down with a 5 lb force, or be difficult to pull from sides of hopper
transition.
4. Tighten bearing bolts and jam nut (if included).
5. Check belt tension by running conveyor for one minute. If belt is not slipping,
then proceed to next step; otherwise repeat from step 1.
6. If belt is not slipping, but now running to one side, the tensioned roller needs
to be re-aligned. See “Conveyor Belt Alignment” on page 31.
NOTICE
Do not operate conveyor if belt is slipping. Stop conveyor
and tighten belt. Failure to do so will damage the belt and
may void the warranty.
WARNING
Before tensioning belt, remove ignition key
and lock out power.
After tensioning belt, replace guards if
removed.
NOTICE
Take-up springs must not be tensioned more than the pinch
springs or slippage may result.
