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TUBE SERIES 3500 CONVEYOR Operators Manual Document: TD-09-06-1026 Revision: D 2320 124th Road Sabetha, Kansas 66534 PH: (785) 431-7900 FAX: (785) 431-7950 www.uscllc.com Revision Effective 09 JULY 2018...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Introduction Thank you for choosing USC, LLC for your equipment needs. We appreciate your business and will work diligently to ensure that you are satisfied with your choice. OVERVIEW The purpose of this manual is to provide you with the basic information needed to operate and maintain the Tube Series 3500 conveyor.
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If there is any damage or shortages, the purchaser must immediately notify USC, LLC. Ownership passes to purchaser when the unit leaves the USC, LLC. premises. The purchaser is responsible for unloading and mounting all components of the equipment.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Section Safety Instructions Every year accidents in the work place maim, kill and injure people. Although it may be impossible to prevent all accidents, with the right combination of training, operating practices, safety devices, and operator vigilance, the number of accidents can be significantly reduced.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indique une situation extrêmement dangereuse qui, si pas ! DANGER évitée, entraînera la mort ou des blessures graves. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Mandatory Lockout Power Symbol. Disconnect, lockout and tagout electrical and other energy sources before inspecting, cleaning or performing maintenance on this panel. Symbole de puissance verrouillage obligatoire. Débranchez, de verrouillage et de déconsignation énergie électrique et d'autres sources avant d'inspecter, de nettoyage ou de la maintenance de ce panneau.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor International Electrocution Hazard. This symbol indicates that an electrocution hazard exists. Serious injury or death could result from contacting high voltage. Danger d'électrocution international. Ce symbole indique qu'un danger d'électrocution existe. Des blessures graves ou la mort pourraient résulter de contact haute tension.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor LES PROCEDURES DE VERROUILLAGE / ETIQUETAGE Verrouillage / étiquetage est le placement d'un verrouillage / tag sur un dispositif d'isolement de l'énergie conformément à une procédure établie. Lors de la prise hors service des équipements pour effectuer la maintenance ou de réparation, toujours suivre les procédures de verrouillage / débranchement comme indiqué...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your USC, LLC equipment . YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the equipment be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor 4. Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place. 5. Do not allow children, spectators or bystanders within hazard area of machine. 6. Wear appropriate protective gear. This includes but is not limited ...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor TRANSPORT SAFETY 1. Read and understand ALL the information in the Operator’s Manuals regarding procedures and SAFETY when moving or transporting the Conveyor. 2. Check with local authorities regarding Conveyor transport on public roads. Obey all applicable laws and regulations.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor PLACEMENT SAFETY 1. Move only with the appropriate equipment 2. Stay away from overhead power lines when moving the Conveyor. Electrocution can occur without direct contact. 3. Be familiar with machine hazard area. If anyone enters hazard areas, shut down machine immediately.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor TIRE SAFETY 1. Failure to follow proper procedures when mounting a tire on a wheel or rim can produce an explosion which may result in serious injury or death. 2. Do not attempt to mount a tire unless you have the proper equipment and experience to do the job.
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2. Replace safety labels that are missing or have become illegible. 3. Replaced parts that displayed a safety label should also display the current label. 4. Replacement safety labels are available. Contact USC at (785) 431-7900 . How to Install Safety Labels: ...
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Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY! REMEMBER—If Safety Labels have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or parts replaced without safety labels, new labels must be applied. New safety labels are available from USC at (785) 431-7900. Part # 09-02-0008 Part # 09-02-0009...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Part # 09-02-0007 Part # 09-02-0006 Part # 09-02-0011 Page 17...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Part # 09-02-0011 Part # 09-02-0010 Part # 09-02-0012 Page 18...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Part # 09-02-0002 Part # 09-02-0001 Page 19...
USC equipment may operate within a Group II, Division 2, Class G hazardous area which contains seed dust. If so, the equipment must be certified for use in this area.
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également dans la zone dangereuse où se trouve le système USC. Si oui, nous recommandons que le pouvoir soit câblé dans la source. Ne pas utiliser une prise électrique standard à cet effet. Pour les autres méthodes acceptables de se connecter à...
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY 20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS The following instructions should be used to assemble your USC conveyor undercarriage. Hand tighten all fasteners until undercarriage is completely assembled. The undercarriage for each length of conveyor (20 Foot to 35 Foot), has a unique assembly number and assembly part numbers.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE ASSEMBLY 40 AND 45 FT CONVEYORS The following instructions should be used to assemble your USC conveyor undercarriage. Hand tighten all fasteners until undercarriage is completely assembled. The undercarriage for each length of conveyor (40 Foot and 45 Foot), has a unique assembly number and assembly part numbers.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 20 - 30 FT CONVEYORS 1. Using a forklift, pick up the base conveyor assembly in the center. Move conveyor the over the assembled undercarriage centering it. For more detailed part number information, refer to the installation document (TD-09-06-4056) included in the parts bucket.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 20 - 30 FT CONVEYORS Page 27...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor SLIDE MOUNT DETAILS 20 FT CONVEYOR UPPER STOP MOUNTS IN 1ST & 2ND HOLES OF ANGLE DETAIL A LOWER STOP MOUNTS IN 11TH & 12TH HOLES OF ANGLE, FROM TOP. DETAIL B Page 28...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor SLIDE MOUNT DETAILS 25 FT CONVEYOR UPPER STOP MOUNTS IN 2ND & 3RD HOLES OF ANGLE. FROM HEAD END DETAIL A LOWER STOP MOUNTS IN 17TH AND 18TH HOLES OF ANGLE, FROM HEAD END DETAIL B...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor SLIDE MOUNT DETAILS 30 FT CONVEYOR UPPER STOP MOUNTS IN 1ST & 2ND HOLES OF ANGLE FROM HEAD END DETAIL A LOWER STOP MOUNTS ON 1ST AND 2ND HOLES OF 05-10-4339 PLATE, SPLICE COVER. DETAIL B...
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 35 FT CONVEYOR 1. Using a forklift, pick up the base conveyor assembly in the center. Move conveyor the over the assembled undercarriage centering it. For more detailed part number information, refer to the installation document (TD-09-06-4056) included in the parts bucket.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 35 FT CONVEYOR Page 32...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 35 FT CONVEYOR TUBE MTG HOLE #1 TUBE MTG HOLE #2 TUBE MTG HOLE #3 Page 33...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor SLIDE MOUNT DETAILS 35 FT CONVEYOR UPPER STOP MOUNTS IN 5TH & 6TH HOLES OF ANGLE MOUNTS DETAIL A 1044BA MOUNT PLATES MOUNT IN 2ND & 3RD HOLES OF TUBE WDMT. USE REARWARD HOLES OF PLATE.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 40 - 45 FT CONVEYOR 1. Using a forklift, pick up the base conveyor assembly in the center. Move conveyor the over the assembled undercarriage centering it. For more detailed part number information refer to the installation document (TD-09-06-4063) included in the parts bucket.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 40 FT CONVEYOR TUBE MTG HOLE #1 TUBE MTG HOLE #2 TUBE MTG HOLE #3 TUBE MTG HOLE #4 TUBE MTG HOLE #5 Page 36...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor SLIDE MOUNT DETAILS 40 FT CONVEYOR UPPER STOP MOUNTS IN 1ST & 2ND HOLES OF ANGLE MOUNTS TO PREVENT DAMAGE, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CABLES WHEN INSTALLING DETAIL A 1044BA MOUNT PLATES MOUNT IN 4TH & 5TH HOLES OF TUBE WDMT.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNDER CARRIAGE AND BASE CONVEYOR ASSEMBLY 45 FT CONVEYOR TUBE MTG HOLE #1 TUBE MTG HOLE #2 TUBE MTG HOLE #3 TUBE MTG HOLE #4 TUBE MTG HOLE #5 TUBE MTG HOLE #6 TUBE MTG HOLE #7...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor SLIDE MOUNT DETAILS 45 FT CONVEYOR UPPER STOP MOUNTS IN 1ST & 2ND HOLES OF ANGLE MOUNTS AS SHOWN. TO PREVENT DAMAGE, DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN CABLES WHEN INSTALLING DETAIL A 1044BA MOUNT PLATES MOUNT IN 6TH & 7TH HOLES OF TUBE WDMT.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor MANUAL WINCH AND CABLE INSTALLATION 20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS Mounting Hardware 1. Mount the winch assembly to the lower arm using the hardware provided. Mount it so the winch is in on the inside of the arm as shown above. Adjust the...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor MANUAL WINCH CABLE ROUTING 20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS 5. Route the cable as shown on the view below in red. At each pulley, the cotter pin, clevis pin, washer and pulley must be removed. After placing the cable into the pully bracket, re-install pulley and hardware capturing the cable.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor MANUAL WINCH AND CABLE INSTALLATION 40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS Cable Pulley Mounting Bolts 1. Slide the cable pulley (01-02-0074) onto the spindle in the middle of the cross member and secure it with a cotter pin (06-09-0023).
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor MANUAL WINCH CABLE ROUTING 40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS 6. Route the cable as shown on the view below in red. After the first pulley, each pulley, cotter pin, clevis pin, washer and pulley must be removed. After placing the cable into the pully bracket, re-install pulley and hardware capturing the cable.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) If electric winch kit was ordered at the same time as the conveyor, NOTICE steps 1 through 4 will not be necessary. Si le kit de treuil électrique a été commandé en même temps que le AVIS convoyeur, les étapes 1 à...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) 4. Remove and discard the four mounting bolts, winch and winch cable 5. Remove the limit switch assembly and set aside. Loosen the six 3/8 bolts and slide the mounting plates out to the end of the adjustment slots.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) 6. Place the winch assembly over the trailing arms. Slide the mounting plates into place and install mounting hardware. Do not fully tighten the hardware until both sides are positioned correctly.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) 9. Route the cable as shown on the view below in red. At each pulley, the cotter pin, clevis pin, washer and pulley must be removed. After placing the cable into the pully bracket, re-install pulley and hardware capturing the cable.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) 10. Once the cable has been routed, use the shackle and cotter pin to attach the cable end to the anchor plate. 11. Rotate clutch release lever back into operating position. Re-install the lever stop bracket and tighten hardware.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) THE CONVEYOR SHOULD NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LEVER STOP BRACKET AND COVER IN PLACE. LE TRANSPORTEUR NE DOIT JAMAIS ÊTRE UTILISÉ SANS ! ATTENTION LE SUPPORT LEVIER STOP ET COUVERTURE EN PLACE.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (20 - 35 FT CONVEYORS) 13. Route wiring for limit switch as shown below. Use the wire clamps provided in the kit to attach the cable as needed. Install pendant control to winch and make sure the battery connections are secure.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) If electric winch kit was ordered at the same time as the conveyor, NOTICE steps 1 through 4 will not be necessary. Si le kit de treuil électrique a été commandé en même temps que le AVIS convoyeur, les étapes 1 à...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) 4. Remove and discard the four mounting bolts, winch and winch cable. Remove and discard the cotter pin, washer and pulley. 5. Remove the limit switch assembly and set aside. Remove the bottom two 1/2”...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) 6. Make sure the assembly is centered so the bracket cutouts clear the pulley mounting weldement. Insert the bottom fasteners. Do not fully tighten the hardware until both sides are positioned correctly, then tighten.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) 8. Route the cable as shown on the view below in red. At each pulley, the cotter pin, clevis pin,and pulley must be removed. After placing the cable into the pully bracket, re-install pulley and hardware capturing the cable.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) 9. Once the cable has been routed, use the shackle and cable clamps to attach the cable end to the anchor plate. Retain bottom pulley and cable anchor with nut and tighten as needed.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) THE CONVEYOR SHOULD NEVER BE OPERATED WITHOUT THE LEVER STOP BRACKET AND COVER IN PLACE. LE TRANSPORTEUR NE DOIT JAMAIS ÊTRE UTILISÉ SANS ! ATTENTION LE SUPPORT LEVIER STOP ET COUVERTURE EN PLACE.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor ELECTRIC WINCH AND CABLE KIT INSTALLATION (40 - 45 FT CONVEYORS) 12. Route wiring for limit switch as shown below. Use the wire clamps provided in the kit to attach the cable as needed. Install pendant control to winch and make sure the battery connections are secure.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Section Mechanical Operation The Tube Series Conveyor is designed to efficiently move seed between a storage facility or seed totes and a truck, trailer or seed treater. Power is provided by an electric motor. Be familiar with the machine before starting.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor CONTROLS Electric Drive: Have a licensed electrician provide power to the motor per the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 and local codes. Install an ON, OFF switch for the convenience of the operator. Manual Winch: A winch is located on the transport frame and is used to raise and lower the conveyor.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST Efficient and safe operation of the Tube Series Conveyor requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section. A pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator.
11. Have a certified electrician provide power to the conveyor. Provide convenient shutdown switches and comply with local electrical codes. The conveyor may also be plugged directly into a USC seed treater control panel. Ensure that the seed treater panel and the conveyor are rated for the same power before plugging the conveyor into the seed treater panel.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor OPERATION When using the conveyor, follow this procedure: 1. Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children, before starting. 2. Review the Pre-Operation Checklist (see page 29) before starting. 3. Review the Workplace Hazards schematic and use extra care when inside the hazard area.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor OPERATIONAL HINTS USC strongly recommends not using the conveyor at or below freezing temperatures. If you do, use the following start-up procedure: 1. Turn the conveyor ON and OFF several times to bump the conveyor belt. If any ice has formed on or around the belt, this should break the belt free.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor MACHINE BREAK-IN Although there are no operational restrictions on the Conveyor when used for the first time, it is required that the following mechanical items be checked. A small amount of rubber flashing from the conveyor belt may be present during initial belt break-in period.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Emergency Stopping Although it is recommended that the machine be emptied before stopping, in an emergency situation, stop or shutdown the power source immediately. Correct the emergency before resuming work. Restarting When the machine is shut down inadvertently or for an emergency, the belt may still be covered with material.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Section Transporting ATTACHING and UNHOOKING It is recommended that the Tube Series Conveyor be attached to an appropriate towing vehicle whenever it is moved. Follow this procedure when attaching to or unhooking from a towing vehicle: 1.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor TRANSPORTING The Tube Series Conveyors are designed to be easily and conveniently moved from place to place. When transporting, follow this procedure: 1. Review the Transport Safety Schematic before starting. 2. Be sure all bystanders are clear of the machine.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Section Troubleshooting Below is a table describing the most frequent problems and solutions with the Tube Series Conveyor. For further assistance, contact your local USC at (785) 431-7900. Problem Possible Cause Solution Conveyor will not run.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor UNPLUGGING In unusual moisture or material conditions, the machine can plug. When unplugging, follow this procedure: 1. Place all controls in neutral or off, stop motor, disable and lock out power source before unplugging. 2. Remove the nut, bolt and sliding clean out door from the bottom of the inlet tube section of the conveyor.
La mauvaise performance ou un danger peut survenir. Do not use compressed air or water under pressure to clean any of the components of the USC equipment. Ne pas utiliser d'air comprimé ou de l'eau sous pression pour ! DANGER nettoyer l'un des composants de l'équipement USC.
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Record the cleaning on the company required documents. If operating in a CSA 22.1, Class II, Division 2, Group G hazardous area, USC recommends this step be performed on a daily basis.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Every 200 hours or Annually 1. Repack wheel bearings. 2. Wash machine. 3. Check pulley bushing for wear. To inspect pulley: A. Lower the conveyor to its lowest position. B. When the conveyor has reached the lowest position, it will stop at the pins.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor CONVEYING BELT TENSION AND ALIGNMENT - TAIL END To maintain the belt, follow this procedure: Place all controls in neutral or off, stop motor and disable power NOTICE source before working on belt. Placez toutes les commandes au point mort ou hors tension, arrêter AVIS le moteur et désactiver la source d'alimentation avant de travailler...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor CONVEYING BELT ALIGNMENT - HEAD END 1. A misaligned belt will track toward the loose side. Set the tracking by loosening the bearing mounts on the tight side and using the bearing position bolt to move the end of the head roller toward the tail.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor DRIVE BELT TENSION & ALIGNMENT Power to the conveying belt is transmitted through a V-belt. The V-belt drive system must be maintained at the proper belt tension and pulley alignment to obtain the desired performance and life. When maintaining the belt drive system for the electric...
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Section Belt Tensioning Specification V-Belt tensioning adjustment can be made using a tension meter or other type spring scale using the following procedure. After seating the belts in the groove and adjusting center distance so as to take up the slack in the belts, further increase the tension until only a slight bow on the slack side is apparent while the drive is operating under load.
Tube Series 3500 Conveyor Section Storage When storing the Tube Series Conveyors for long periods of time, the following procedure must be followed to reduce the chance of rust, corrosion and fatigue of the conveyor. You can also use these steps when storing the machine for the winter.
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor NOTES: Page 81...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor INLET COVER 8 INCH OD 30 DEGREE ASSEMBLY (05-07-0783) Item # Part # Description Qty 1 05‐03‐1568 WDMT CNVR STUB INLET 8IN 30D TS3500 1 2 06‐06‐0052 SCRW SDST .250‐14 X .750 HH ZP 6 3 06‐07‐0024 CLMP HOSE 7.125 TO 10 X 9/16 SS 1 4 06‐10‐0011 SLNT SILC CLEAR 10.1 OZ TUBE 0.1 Page 107...
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Tube Series 3500 Conveyor INLET BLANK ASSEMBLY (13-08-0483) DISCHARGE EXTENSIONS ARE TO BE USED TO CONNECT UNDERBIN CNVR TO SCALE CNVR. PARTS ARE TO BE CUT TO LENGTH AS NEEDED. Page 108...
Section Limited Warranty USC, LLC, (Manufacturer) warrants its seed treating equipment as follows: 1. Limited Warranty: Manufacturer warrants that the Products sold hereunder will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of 18 months from date of shipment.
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