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3.7.1.2 Checking the slide rail, conveyor chain removed
At least once a year or after every 2 000 hours’ operation, the chain should
be removed from the beam, and the slide rail carefully checked for wear
and fastening.
Plain bends should be checked after every 500 hours’ operation, since
these are often subjected to higher loads.
• Carry out the same checks as carried out during “Checking slide
rails with the conveyor chain in place”.
• Check the slide rail for wear and tear.
NB:
Check in particular the inner slide rail in plain bends, since the stresses
here are particularly high.
• Check slide rails for scratches and notches.
• Replace the slide rail and fasteners if necessary, see
Replacement of worn parts – slide rails on page 22
Wash the conveyor chain.
3.7.2 Conveyor beams, idler ends, and bends
The conveyor beams themselves do not normally require any regular in-
spection. Be observant for damage arising from external factors, warping
or deformation. Deformation can cause the conveyor chain to jam, result-
ing in uneven running.
Idler ends and wheel bends do not normally require any special inspec-
tions, but they should be checked when the slide rails are inspected.
Large radius plain bends may have inner support rails fitted to the beam.
Ensure that these rails (if fitted) are not worn, paying particular attention to
the “lead-in” area.
Cross-section of plain bend with narrow
slide rails on the top and an extra slide
rail in the inner part of the bend