Flexco Standard-Duty PTEZ Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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  • Page 1 PTEZ Belt Trainer ™ Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Standard-Duty PTEZ Heavy-Duty PTEZ www.flexco.com www.flexco.com...
  • Page 2 PTEZ Belt Trainer ™ Serial Number: _____________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ______________________________________________________________ Purchased From: ____________________________________________________________ Installation Date: ____________________________________________________________ Serial number information can be found on the Serial Number Label on the product. This information will be helpful for any future inquiries or questions about belt cleaner replacement parts, specifications or troubleshooting.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    8.2 CAD Drawing - HD PTEZ........................23 8.3 CAD Drawing - HD PTEZ Underground ..................24 Section 9 - Replacement Parts ......................25 9.1 Replacement Parts List - PTEZ ......................25 9.2 Replacement Parts List - HD PTEZ ....................26 Section 10 - Other Flexco Conveyor Products ................27...
  • Page 4: Section 1 - Important Information

    Section 1 - Important Information 1.1 General Introduction We at Flexco are very pleased that you have selected a PTEZ™ Belt Trainer for your conveyor system. This manual will help you to understand the installation, operation and maintenance of this product and assist you in making it work up to its maximum efficiency over its lifetime of service.
  • Page 5: Proper Belt Trainer Selection

    Section 1 - Important Information 1.3 Proper Belt Trainer Selection Belt Positioner ™ MODEL APPLICATION RANGE Return side only, 800 PIW max tension on Small, Belt Positioner Medium and Large; 1200 PIW max tension on Extra ™ Large. Also works on reversing belts. Medium-duty belts up to 1600 PIW max tension.
  • Page 6: Section 2 - Safety Considerations And Precautions

    Section 2 - Safety Considerations and Precautions Before installing and operating the PTEZ™ Belt Trainer, it is important to review and understand the following safety information. There are setup, maintenance and operational activities involving both stationary and operating conveyors. Each case has a safety protocol.
  • Page 7: Section 3 - Pre-Installation Checks And Options

    Section 3 - Pre-installation Checks and Options 3.1 Checklist • Check the model and size of the belt trainer. Is it the right one for your beltline? • Check the PTEZ™ to be sure all the parts are included in the shipment. –...
  • Page 8: Optional Installation Accessories

    FL-XL 76983 Flex-Lifter™ Conveyor Belt Lifter The Flexco Flex-Lifter makes the job of lifting the conveyor belt easy and safe. Using two Flex-Lifters, the belt can be quickly lifted out of the way to install the PTEZ™. The Flex-Lifter has the highest safe lift rating available at 4000 lbs (1810 kg).
  • Page 9: Section 4 - Installation Instructions

    Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.1 PTEZ ™ Roller Mounting Bracket Main Shaft Dust Cover Main Shaft Main Shaft End Cap Bracket Physically lock out and tag the conveyor at the power source before you begin belt trainer installation. CAUTION: Components may be heavy.
  • Page 10 Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.1 PTEZ PTEZ Preparation and Installation: 1. Identify location for PTEZ and mount one bracket. a. For push-up installation, use a straightedge to push up STRUCTURE against the belt to remove the slack and make a mark on the bracket for the bottom of the belt.
  • Page 11 Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.1 PTEZ 6. Lift the roller and main shaft bracket assembly. Be sure to use safe and secure lifting procedures to lift the PTEZ into position. Ensure the arrows on main shaft label point up or down towards the belt (Fig. 6a).Align center of shaft with mark on mounting bracket (from Step 1) and finger-tighten bolts between the mounting bracket and main shaft bracket (Fig.
  • Page 12: Hd Ptez

    Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.2 HD PTEZ ™ Roller Mounting Bracket Main Shaft Bracket Main Shaft Dust Cover End Cap Main Shaft Physically lock out and tag the conveyor at the power source before you begin belt trainer installation. CAUTION: Components may be heavy.
  • Page 13 Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.2 HD PTEZ ™ PTEZ Preparation and Installation: For Underground J-bolt or wire rope mounting, see page 15. 1. Identify location for HD PTEZ and mount one bracket. a. For push-up installation, use a straightedge to push up STRUCTURE against the belt to remove the slack and make a mark on the bracket for the bottom of the belt.
  • Page 14 Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.2 HD PTEZ ™ 6. Lift the roller and main shaft bracket assembly. Be sure to use safe and secure lifting procedures to lift the HD PTEZ into position. Ensure the arrows on main shaft label point up or down towards the belt (Fig. 6a).Align center of shaft with mark on mounting bracket (from Step 1) and finger-tighten bolts between the mounting bracket and main shaft bracket (Fig.
  • Page 15 Section 4 - Installation Instructions - PTEZ ™ 4.2 HD PTEZ ™ Underground Mounting Instructions Parts shown below included with PTEZHD-UG items. 10. To attach mounting brackets to 4" or 5" channel structure, use included J-bolt plates as shown (customer supplied J-bolt).
  • Page 16: Section 5 - Pre-Operation Checklist And Testing

    Section 5 - Pre-Operation Checklist and Testing 5.1 Pre-Op Checklist • Recheck that all fasteners are tight • Apply all supplied labels • Be sure that all installation materials and tools have been removed from the belt and conveyor area •...
  • Page 17: Section 6 - Maintenance

    Section 6 - Maintenance Flexco belt trainers are designed to operate with minimum maintenance. However, to maintain superior performance some service is required. When the trainer is installed a regular maintenance program should be set up. This program will ensure that the trainer operates at optimal efficiency, and problems can be identified and fixed before any damage is done to the belt, the trainer, other conveyor components, or structure.
  • Page 18: Roller Replacement Instructions

    Section 6 - Maintenance 6.4 Roller Replacement Instructions Tapered Idler Physically lock out and tag the conveyor at the power source before you begin cleaner installation. CAUTION: Components may be heavy. Use safety-approved lifting procedures. 1. Remove tension from belt. Use a Flex-Lifter or other appropriate lifting equipment to lift the belt approx. 3" (75mm) off the trainer.
  • Page 19: Maintenance Log

    Section 6 - Maintenance (cont.) 6.5 Maintenance Log Conveyor Name/No. _________________________ Date: ____________________ Work done by: ____________________ Service Quote #: ____________________ ______________________ Activity: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Work done by: ____________________ Service Quote #: ____________________ ______________________ Activity: ________________________________________________________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Work done by: ____________________ Service Quote #: ____________________ ______________________ Activity: ________________________________________________________________________________________...
  • Page 20: Maintenance Checklist

    Section 6 - Maintenance 6.6 Belt Trainer Maintenance Checklist PTEZ: Serial Number: Beltline Information: Beltline Number: Belt Condition: Belt Width: ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ ¨ 18" 24" 30" 36" 42" 48" 54" 60" 72" 84" 450mm 600mm 750mm...
  • Page 21: Section 7 - Troubleshooting

    Section 7 - Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions Unit installed in wrong location Relocate unit 20' (6M) after start of problem area of belt Incorrect tension on unit Refer to step 8 in the installation instructions to fine-tune PTEZ Little to no effect on trouble area of belt Buildup on roller...
  • Page 22: Section 8 - Specs And Cad Drawings

    Section 8 - CAD Drawings 8.1 CAD Drawing - PTEZ PTEZ Belt Trainer ™...
  • Page 23: Cad Drawing - Hd Ptez

    Section 8 - CAD Drawings 8.1 CAD Drawing - HD PTEZ...
  • Page 24: Cad Drawing - Hd Ptez Underground

    Section 8 - CAD Drawings 8.1 CAD Drawing - HD PTEZ Underground PTEZ Belt Trainer ™...
  • Page 25: Section 9 - Replacement Parts

    Section 9 - Replacement Parts 9.1 Replacement Parts List - PTEZ Replacement Parts Ordering Item Description Number Code Lbs. PTEZ Mounting Bracket PTEZMB 90351 (2 ea.) PTEZ Main Shaft Bracket PTEZPB 90352 (2 ea.) PTEZ Main Shaft Dust Cover PTEZDC 90353 (2 ea.) Lead time: 1 working day...
  • Page 26: Replacement Parts List - Hd Ptez

    Section 9 - Replacement Parts 9.2 Replacement Parts List - HD PTEZ Replacement Parts Ordering Item Description Number Code Lbs. Mount Bracket Kit PTEZHD-MBK 90803 19.0 Pole Bracket Kit PTEZHD-PBK 90804 Dust Cover Kit PTEZHD-DCK 90805 Wire Rope Bolt Kit PTEZHD-WRBK 90806 J Bolt Bracket Kit...
  • Page 27: Section 10 - Other Flexco Conveyor Products

    Section 10 - Other Flexco Conveyor Products Flexco provides many conveyor products that help your conveyors to run more efficiently and safely. These components solve typical conveyor problems and improve productivity. Here is a quick overview on just a few of them: EZP1 Precleaner Flex-Lok™...
  • Page 28 2525 Wisconsin Avenue • Downers Grove, IL 60515-4200 • USA Tel: (630) 971-0150 • Fax: (630) 971-1180 • E-mail: info@flexco.com Visit www.flexco.com for other Flexco locations and products. ©2017 Flexible Steel Lacing Company. 09/14/17. For reorder: X4184...

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