TGW CRUZbelt, Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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CRUZ
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belt IOM
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Problem -
Motor/Reducer
Possible Cause Remedy
Sprockets loose. Also see “Bearings”
#8, Chain & sprockets #2 and #6.
Check key and tighten set screws
4. Reducer leaks oil
Defective oil seals on output shaft
Install new oil seals.
Replace reducer with spare and send defective reducer
to authorized repair facility.
Oil level too high Drain off excess.
Loose bearing cover bolts Tighten as required.
Incorrect size Check size and replace if necessary.
5.
Thermal protectors
kicking out
Short in motor See “Motor Will Not Start”.
Excessive amps being pulled
Reset starter and check ampere draw.
Check for conveyor overload.
6.
Starter overloads
kicking out
Poor ventilation in control panel Add vents or fan.
Electrical Check circuits and panel. Check heater size.
7. Repeated stalling
Excessive product loads
Check if loads or rates have increased since purchase
of conveyor.
Motor wiring Check motor wiring.
Overload on motor
Check conveyor for obstruction causing drag or bearing
failure. Check for excessive product load.
8. Slow to start Electrical Check circuits and panel. Take ampere reading.
9. Excessive noise or
motor hums
Lack of lubrication Check oil level in gear case.
Damaged gears Replace reducer.
Loose mounting Tighten bolts.
Faulty bearing Replace bearing.
10. Motor will run but
reducer does not turn Worn gear in reducer
Replace reducer with spare and send defective reducer
to authorized repair station.
Key between motor and reducer missing Replace key.
11. Electrical shorts Loose connection
Check all wire connections.
Check fuses.