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17.1 Belt tracking over to one side at the tail section
STOP the conveyor and ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY. Remove the feed hopper, release the tension
off of the belt and ensure there is no build up around the tail drum or any objects trapped between
the drum and framework, then test to ensure the drum runs freely. Also carry out visual check on
bearing condition (any play or noise) and if you find there is a problem contact your supplier. If no
problem is found, tension the belt and connect the power and switch on, whilst the belt is running
check the tracking and adjust as necessary to centralize the belt on the roller (see Fig 17.2 on page
15), switch off and refit the feed hopper.
17.2 Belt tracks over at the head section
STOP the conveyor and ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY. Check the head unit for any build up around
the head drum or rollers and clear if found. Loosen the four locating bolts (see diagrams on page 5,
do not completely undo the nuts) and make the necessary adjustments to centralize the belt (see
Fig 17.1 on page 15), start the conveyor and check the position of the belt and make any final
adjustments, retighten the four locating bolts and lock off the adjusting stud.
17.3 Drive operating but the belt is stationary
ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY. Check moving parts are free from obstruction. Tension the belt by
adjusting the tension bolts evenly on the tail section.
(See Fig 16.1 on Page 13)
Restore the power and institute the start-up, check belt tracking and adjust as necessary.
17.4 Motor cuts out
ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY. Check that power supply leads are not too long causing drop in voltage
at motor. Check that nothing has jammed any moving parts, particularly behind loading back guard.
If in doubt contact your supplier for assistance (see page 22).
17.5 Starter does not work
ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY. Check that the transformer or main supply has not tripped, check the
power lead to ensure that no damage has occurred, unplug the lead from the power socket, a
competent electrician could check for loose or disconnected wires within the plugs and sockets. If
after this has been done and you have reconnected the power it still fails to work, contact your
supplier for assistance (see page 22).
17.6 Starter clicks but motor does not work
ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY. A competent electrician could check the plug and wires for any
damage, or contact your supplier for assistance (see page 22).
17.7 Material jammed in conveyor under the feed hopper
ISOLATE POWER SUPPLY to the conveyor. If the item cannot be removed easily contact your
supplier for assistance (see page 22).
17.8 Noise
If the conveyor starts to make any form of noise other than the normal operational noise, STOP AND
ISOLATE the conveyor and check for something jamming the conveyor. If you find anything, remove
it, if the noise persists, contact your supplier for assistance (see page 22).
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