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TROUBLE SHOOTING AND REPLACEMENT PARTS

TROUBLE SHOOTING / SERIAL PLATE

To order any replacement parts or when calling for assistance 
with any powered conveyor, 

ALWAYS

 provide unit serial number.  

Shown at actual size, this aluminum plate is placed on the 
conveyor frame near the location of the drive assembly.
To order replacement parts or add-on components, contact 
the Roach distributor who originally furnished the unit  
if possible.  If this is not possible, contact the National 

Sales Office at 870-483-7631 for the name of the  
authorized Roach distributor in your area.  Have unit model 
number and serial number 

BEFORE

 calling.  Refer  

to unit drawings (in rear section of handbook) for part numbers  
if ordering replacement parts.  

ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS

TROUBLE SHOOTING

TROUBLE

PROBABLE CAUSE

REMEDY

Motor & gear reduc-

er running excessively 

hot, or hard to start

A. Drag on conveyor

B. Lack of lubricant

C. Frozen sprocket

D. Frozen roller

E. Overload

F. Electrical

A. Inspect entire conveyor for obstruction causing drag 

    on chain.

B. Check for leaks.

C. Check and inspect all sprockets and bearings. Replace

    sprockets failing to rotate or that are difficult to rotate.

D. Check all rollers for rotation.

E. Reduce cause and/or increase motor horsepower.

F. Check wiring and circuits, take ampere reading, replace  

    motor if necessary. 

Motor & gear re-

ducer makes exces-

sive noise

A. Lack of lubrication

B. Damaged Gears

C. Faulty Bearing

A. Check for leaks.

B. Replace unit.

C. Replace bearing.

Drive chain, con-

veying chain or 

sprockets experience 

excessive wear

A. Excessive chain tension

B. Sprockets misaligned

C. Chain not lubricated

D. Damaged sprocket or chain

E. Misalignment of chain guard

F. Dirty chain

A. Reduce chain tension.

B. Realign with straight edge across sprocket faces.

C. Lubricated chain with approved lubricant, wipe away 

    excess lubricant.

D. Replace Damaged Component.

E. Adjust chain guard assembly as necessary.

F. Clean thoroughly and lubricate with approved lubricant.

Drive chain,

conveying chain 

or sprockets make 

excessive noise

A. Insufficient chain tension

B. Chain not adequately 

    lubricated

C. Sprockets misaligned

A. Adjust chain tension.

B. Lubricate chain with approved lubricant, wipe away excess 

    lubricant.

C. Realign sprockets with straight edge across sprocket faces.

Pulsating chain

A. Insufficient chain tension

B. Misalignment of chain guard

C. Overload

A. Adjust chain tension.

B. Adjust chain guard assembly as necessary.

C. Inspect for obstruction to or drag on conveyor.

Broken chain

A. Frozen bearing or sprocket 

    shaft

B. Worn or damaged chain

C. Obstructed or jam

A. Inspect for damaged bearings, replace if necessary. Re

    place links as required.

B. Replace chain as required.

C. Remove obstruction to clear jam.

Sprocket loose on 

shaft

A. Loose set screws

B. Worn or damaged key

A. Realign sprockets with straight edge and tighten set screws.

B. Replace with new key.

Excessive slack in 

chain

A. Normal wear

A. Expect rapid chain growth in first two weeks of operation. 

B.  Adjust chain tension as specified in the manual.

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Содержание 138LRC

Страница 1: ......

Страница 2: ...ANCE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 12 Before Performing Maintenance 12 Maintenance and Follow Up Details 12 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 13 Periodic Maintenance Schedules 13 Recommended Lubricants 14 Report on Mi...

Страница 3: ...nent supports to floor or mounting surface Use 3 8 x 2 1 2 or longer wedge anchors for permanent installation in concrete flooring It is the responsibility of the customer and installation personnel t...

Страница 4: ...ation or condition other than was originally intended Failure to notify Roach may allow conveyor to be operated in a hazardous operating condition Injuries resulting from negligence or violation of sa...

Страница 5: ...use single tier perma nent floor supports at each end of a curve for models 138LRC and 196LRC In the center of the curve a single leg support is required underneath the outside frame rail If the frame...

Страница 6: ...ic tated by type of drive assembly used i e underneath center drive side mount etc WARNING It is the responsibility of the customer and installation personnel to sup ply and install net or mesh guardi...

Страница 7: ...contact with conveyor V belt must be kept in good condition and belt tension must be properly adjusted for safe work environ ment BEFORE ANY ADJUSTMENTS ARE ATTEMPTED SHUT OFF AND LOCK OUT POWER SOURC...

Страница 8: ...ar or coming in contact with conveyor V belt must be kept in good condition and belt tension must be properly adjusted for safe work environ ment BEFORE ANY ADJUSTMENTS ARE ATTEMPTED SHUT OFF AND LOCK...

Страница 9: ...V BELT PATHS V BELT PATH FOR SPURS AND CURVES 9...

Страница 10: ...source before any adjustments are attempt ed WARNING To check drive sprocket alignment it is imperative that conveyor is shut OFF and power source is locked out before any adjustments are attempted Se...

Страница 11: ...lly started an immediate visual inspection should include motor gear reducer belt tracking discussed in following section under Belt Tracking and related adjustments noted in handbook for unit compone...

Страница 12: ...contact with con veyor Warn personnel that conveyor is being prepared for start up and to stay clear of unit Do not start conveyor until all personnel are clear When maintenance is completed only aut...

Страница 13: ...bolts nip points other hazards MONTHLY RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE COMPONENT DETAIL OF MAINTENANCE Gear Reducer Check for leaks Drive Chain Check for proper operating tension for overall wear lu...

Страница 14: ...ng operation special order bearings may be required to achieve optimal bearing performance For additional information consult factory MISC LUBRICANTS LUBRICANT BRAND DESCRIPTION General Purpose Grease...

Страница 15: ...Faulty Bearing A Check for leaks B Replace unit C Replace bearing Drive chain con veying chain or sprockets experience excessive wear A Excessive chain tension B Sprockets misaligned C Chain not lubri...

Страница 16: ...1 3 16 bore 12 Idler sheave angle 46 Nylon 3 O D V groove sheave 13 Left hand outside tangent drive channel 47 Steel 4 O D V groove take up sheave 14 Right hand outside tangent drive channel 48 V bel...

Страница 17: ...MODEL 138LRC ILLUSTRATIONS FOR UNIT WITH END DRIVE SIDE MOUNT END DRIVE 17...

Страница 18: ...eave angle 46 Nylon 3 O D V groove sheave 13 Left hand outside tangent drive channel 47 Steel 4 O D V groove take up sheave 14 Right hand outside tangent drive channel 48 V belt 15 Left hand inside ta...

Страница 19: ...MODEL 196LRC ILLUSTRATIONS FOR UNIT WITH END DRIVE SIDE MOUNT END DRIVE 19...

Страница 20: ...r 13 Sheave mounting channel 50 V belt sheave w 1 3 16 bore 14 Flange bearing mount 51 Flat idler sheave 15 Spur mounting bracket 52 Nylon 3 O D V groove take up sheave 16 32 1 2 IR inside curve chann...

Страница 21: ...MODEL 138LRCS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR UNIT WITH END DRIVE SIDE MOUNT END DRIVE 21...

Страница 22: ...50 V belt sheave w 1 3 16 bore 14 Flange bearing mount 51 Flat idler sheave 15 Spur mounting bracket 52 Nylon 3 O D V groove take up sheave 16 32 1 2 48 IR inside curve channel 45 60 53 Steel 4 O D V...

Страница 23: ...MODEL 196LRCS ILLUSTRATIONS FOR UNIT WITH END DRIVE SIDE MOUNT END DRIVE 23...

Страница 24: ...s of profit delays or expenses incurred by failure of said part or parts Failure due to abuse incorrect adjustments exposure to corrosive or abrasive environ ment or operation under damp conditions do...

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