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Maintenance Introduction
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Flextrac Series
Maintenance Instructions
INTRODUCTION TO MAINTENANCE
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Introduction
This maintenance manual contains the maintenance guide for Flextrac Series standard components. For non Flextrac Series
components such as motors, sensors, pneumatic components, control systems etc., the manufacturer maintenance instructions apply.
This manual does not include maintenance instruction for equipment customer has chosen and specified for fitting to the installation.
Maintenance of Flextrac Series conveyor systems shall only be performed by competent and properly trained personnel who are
familiar with Flexrac Series products. If there is any doubt, please consult your Flextrac Series supplying agent.
Recommended Spare Part List
Recommended spare parts list is shown in Appendix A. User of Flextrac Series conveyor system should keep at least a complete
set of recommended spare parts. Spare parts may be obtained by contacting QC Conveyors or your local distributor.
Maintenance Schedule and Inspection Guidelines
A suggested maintenance schedule and inspection guidelines are shown below in Maintenance Guidelines. It may become evident
that the suggested maintenance interval can be extended to accommodate your local environmental conditions.
Warranty
Flextrac Series conveyors are covered by warranty as agreed within the Order Acknowledgement
Maintenance Guidelines
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Maintenance Schedule
Flextrac Series conveyors are designed to run 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, with minimum maintenance. For non Flextrac
Series components such as geared motors, sensors, pneumatic components, control systems etc., the manufacturer maintenance
instructions apply.
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General Checks
Operating Hours/ Time Interval
1
Drive Unit
Check sprocket, chain return guide, chain guards and
lubrication
First 50, 250 and 500 hours.
Then every 500 hours.
2
Idler End
Check chain guides and chain guards
Every 1000 hours.
3
Chain
Clean
Every Day
Check for wear or cracks
Every 2000 Hours
Check tension
First 40 and 200 hours, then every 1600 hours
4
Slide Rails
Check slide rails at horizontal and vertical bends
Every 200 Hours
Check and clean slide rails of the conveyor system
Every 1500 Hours
5
Safety Features
Check for function as required
At least once a year
