Norwood Kwik-Pit 26 Series, Operator'S Manual

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5 - MAINTENANCE
5-9
5. Tighten, or loosen the “Adjustment Bolts”
C
equally
in small increments to increase/decrease conveyor belt
tension.
(See Fig. # 5-6)
C
Fig. # 5-6 Tighten, Or Loosen the Adjustment Bolts
6. Tighten “Bearing Nuts”
A
and “Jam Nuts”
B
.
(See
Fig. # 5-7)
A
A
B
Fig. # 5-7 Tighten Bearing Nuts & Jam Nuts
7. Check belt tension by running conveyor belt slowly for
one (1) minute. If belt is not slipping, then proceed to
next step, otherwise repeat previous steps.
8. If belt tracks to either side abruptly, then the belt is too
loose.
9. If belt is not slipping, but is running to one side gradually,
then the previous tensioned roller needs to be realigned.
(See"Conveyor Belt Alignment" on page 5-10)
to correct
this problem.
10. Ensure that all covers and guards are securely in place
before operation.