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EZP1T Precleaner Serial Number: _____________________________________________________________ Purchase Date: ______________________________________________________________ Purchased From: ____________________________________________________________ Installation Date: ____________________________________________________________ Serial number information can be found on the Serial Number Label included in the Information Packet found in the cleaner carton. This information will be helpful for any future inquiries or questions about belt cleaner replacement parts, specifications or troubleshooting.
1.1 General Introduction We at Flexco are very pleased that you have selected an EZP1T Precleaner for your conveyor system. This manual will help you to understand the operation of this product and assist you in making it work up to its maximum efficiency over its lifetime of service.
Section 2 – Safety Considerations and Precautions Before installing and operating the EZP1T Precleaner, it is important to review and understand the following safety information. There are set-up, maintenance and operational activities involving both stationary and operating conveyors. Each case has a safety protocol. 2.1 Stationary Conveyors The following activities are performed on stationary conveyors: •...
Section 3 – Pre-installation Checks and Options 3.1 Checklist • Check that the cleaner size is correct for the beltline width • Check the belt cleaner carton and make sure all the parts are included • Review the “Tools Needed” list on the top of the installation instructions •...
Section 3 – Pre-installation Checks and Options 3.2 Cleaner Location Adjustments In certain applications it is necessary to modify the location of the precleaner pole due to permanent obstacles that obstruct the desired location. Relocating the pole location can be done easily and does not hinder the performance of the cleaner as long as the “C”...
Section 4 – Installation Instructions Pole Lock Conshear™ Collar Blade (hidden) Torsion Mounting Plate Mounting Plate Pole Blade Pin A = Pulley Diameter + Lagging and Belt C = Critical Spec to move location if necessary Torsion Pole Location Specs Spring EZP1T Parts List Torsion Cap...
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Section 4 – Installation Instructions (cont.) 3. Install the mounting plates. Bolt flat mounting plate (with Fig. 2 keyhole) to the side opposite where the tensioner will be mounted. Keyhole should face the pulley (Fig. 2). Install torsion mounting plate (with circular weldment) to the tensioner side. Center plates on the slotted holes and tighten bolts.
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Section 4 – Installation Instructions (cont.) 8. Lock pole with collar. Ensure pole is flush (no space) on tensioner side. Fig. 7 Install and tighten pole lock collar on non-tensioned side (Fig. 7). Pole Lock Collar Fig. 8 Twist Tensioner Chart Tighten Set 9.
Section 5 – Pre-Operation Checklist and Testing 5.1 Pre-Op Checklist • Recheck that all fasteners are tightened properly • Add pole caps • Apply all supplied labels to the cleaner • Check the blade location on the belt • Be sure that all installation materials and tools have been removed from the belt and the conveyor area 5.2 Test Run the Conveyor •...
Section 6 – Maintenance Flexco belt cleaners are designed to operate with minimum maintenance. However, to maintain superior performance some service is required. When the cleaner is installed a regular maintenance program should be set up. This program will ensure that the cleaner operates at optimal efficiency and problems can be identified and fixed before the cleaner stops working.ww...
Section 6 – Maintenance (cont.) 6.4 Blade Replacement Instructions Blade Pin EZP1T Precleaner ConShear™ Replacement Blade Physically lock out and tag the conveyor at the power source before you begin cleaner installation. Tools Needed: • 3/4" (19mm) wrench or crescent wrench •...
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Section 6 – Maintenance (cont.) 6.4 Blade Replacement Instructions 3. Install the new blade. Slide the new blade onto the pole, locking Fig. 3 it into the far blade pin, then reinstall the removed blade pin, washer and clip (Fig. 3). Seat other end of blade on pole plate and...
Section 7 – Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Possible Solutions Cleaner under-tensioned Adjust to correct tension – see twist tensioner chart Cleaner over-tensioned Adjust to correct tension – see twist tensioner chart Poor cleaning performance Cleaner installed in wrong location Verify "C" dimension, relocate to correct dimension Cleaner blade worn or damaged Replace cleaner blade Tension on cleaner too high/low...
Section 8 – Specifications and CAD Drawings Pole Length Specifications Maximum Cleaner Size Pole Length Conveyor Span 1050 1200 1075 1350 1225 Max Conveyor Span 1500 1375 Pole Length 1650 1525 * Each pole size can be used with a blade size either belt 1050 1800 1675...
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:...
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