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PTEZ Belt Trainer ™ Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Standard-Duty PTEZ Heavy-Duty PTEZ www.flexco.com www.flexco.com...
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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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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. –...
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).
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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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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.
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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).
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 •...
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.
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.
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...
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™...
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