
17
Apron
Periodically inspect the apron for bent or damaged slats. Always straighten or replace any bent or damaged slats
immediately.
NOTE: Tighten the adjusting bolts equally on each side so the apron slats run parallel with
the apron drive shaft. The apron can be damaged if the machine is operated with one end
of the apron slats running ahead of the opposite end. Do not tighten the apron chains
excessively.
Adjust the apron by loosening the idler mounting bolts at (A), Figure (18-1, 2), on both sides. Tighten the adjusting
bolts at (B) Figure (18-1, 2), until the chain slat clears the top side of the axle. In this adjustment the chain will barely
touch the web slide (C) Figure (18-1, 2). After the apron chain is properly adjusted tighten the idler mounting bolts (B)
Figure (18-1, 2).
The T-rod apron chain must be kept within the adjustment range of 3/8" – 1 1/2" below the axle at all times. A loose
T-rod apron chain may disconnect if not properly tensioned.
The T-rod chain can be shortened when necessary by removing the chain tension, turning the chain at an angle, and
removing the link.
Maintenance Cont.
A
A
B
B
C
Figure 18-1
Figure 18-2
C