TGW CRUZbelt, Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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CRUZ
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belt IOM
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Chapter 9: CRUZ
BELT
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QUIPMENT
General
Commissioning of the equipment can best be defined as the final adjustments and test of the installed
equipment required for its proper operation. The need for commissioning is inherent, since the
individual components of equipment are brought together at the installation site to operate as a system.
Mechanical and electrical commissioning is most often carried out simultaneously. Commissioning must
simulate the actual operation of the system as close as possible to demonstrate the ability to perform
reliably at the specified rate in the prescribed operational sequence.
During the Commissioning Phase, it is necessary to load the equipment with product to be conveyed,
which provides the means of detecting those areas requiring adjustment. Personnel will be required to
support operational functions. This may serve as part of operator training and familiarity with the
system. During the commissioning activity, special attention should be directed toward personnel
safety. No unnecessary risks should be taken that would endanger the safety of any personnel. All
personnel must familiarize themselves with all safety features of the system such as emergency stops
and motor disconnects.
Mechanical Static Checkout
(No power to the conveyor.)
Follow the belt path through the entire conveyor. Ensure lacing is straight and fastened correctly.
Visually inspect the installation. Is the conveyor straight? Is the conveyor level within bubble lines from
side to side? From end to end?
Check guard rail clearance to product.
Eliminate all catch points.
Check conveyor elevations.
All bolts and set screws tight.
Check product clearance to overhead structures.
Simulate all operational functions with actual product.
All guards in place with proper clearance.
All OSHA required guards in place on walkways, catwalks, ladder-ways, floor openings, etc.
All labels and warning signs in proper place, unobstructed.
Mechanical Dynamic Checkout
(Power to the conveyor, but no product on it.)
Turn the motor ON. With the belt moving make sure each belt has proper tension.
Check the belt tracking.