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Maintenance
1.
The belt and bearings that drive the rotators should be inspected
annually. Disassemble the unit to access the bearings and belt:
a. Disconnect the unit from all electrical power.
b. Unscrew and remove the back protective cover plate.
c. Loosen the screws on the motor mount and push the motor forward.
d. Remove the belt from the motor timing sprocket.
e. Remove the drive belot out of the motor pulley by loosening the four
set screws on the motor plate.
f. Remove the three small screws on the upper cover at the edges of
the frame. Then, set it on blocks or on a bucket to prevent damage to
the agitator shaft.
g. Pull out the rotator and examine the main bearings for damage and
wear. Annually clean the bearings by lightly spraying them with WD-
40. If they do not turn freely and smoothly, replace them with new
bearings.
h. Inspect the belt for damage or wear. If necessary, replace it with a
new belt.
i. Re-assemble the unit, pushing the belt through the bath slot.
j. Pull the motor back only enough to prevent belt slippage. Allow
approximately ¾" to 1" slack in the timing belt to prevent excessive
side load to the bearings.
Bearing Agitator Shaft
Rotor
Belt
