Martin Tracker Series Installation Manual

Conveyor belt, centring system

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  • Page 1 ® MARTIN Tracker Conveyor Belt Centring System Installation manual M3625UK...
  • Page 2 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Regular maintenance ............35 Troubleshooting ............. 36 Safety Instructions............36 Troubleshooting ............... 37 Storage, De-installation and Disposal ......38 Storage................38 De-installation ..............38 Disposal ................38 Part Numbers ..............39 Part number - Description ..........39 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 4 MARTIN ® Tracker Conveyor Belt Centring System (upper unit) ...............40 MARTIN ® Tracker Conveyor Belt Centring System (lower unit) ................42 Declaration of Incorporation ..........44 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    "Appropriate Use"; or for any damage caused by the use of accessories and/or spare parts, that were not delivered and/or certified by Martin Engi- neering. © Martin Engineering GmbH...
  • Page 6: Reference To Additional Documentation

    The products from Martin Engineering are designed for a long ser- vice life. They conform to the respective current state-of-the-art sci- ence and technology and they have been thoroughly tested prior to delivery. In addition to continuous advanced development of prod- ucts, Martin Engineering also conducts constant product and market analyses.
  • Page 7: Classification Of Hazards

    NOTE Contains information to the installation or use of the product and points to situations, that cause neither injuries nor property dam- age, but is nevertheless important information. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 8: Appropriate Use

    Chapter 3.2 "Models". Any other use of this product is deemed to be inappropriate. If you wish to use the product for any other purpose, please contact Martin Engineering Customer Service. We will be happy to assist you with product configuration.
  • Page 9: Operating Limits Of This Product

    Martin Engineering. If the product mentioned here is to be used for a different purpose, then Martin Engineering or a representative can help with the prod- uct configuration. Safety in the Workplace 2.3.1...
  • Page 10: Obligations Of The Operator

    Operational, Maintenance and Installation Personnel Personnel are considered to be authorised if they have been in- structed in the use of the product and have read and understood this installation manual in full. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 11: Product Description

    The upper unit is placed on the support side of the conveyor belt and the lower unit on the return side. This installation manual describes the installation of the MARTIN ® Tracker conveyor belt centring system for the models, Mini, Basic, Heavy-duty and Monster..
  • Page 12: Models

    • Conveyor belt speed max.: 4.0 m/sec. Monster • Worst-case loads and stresses, with very high conveyor belt speeds, tonnage and very wide conveyor belts. • Conveyor belt width: 1410 - 2150 mm • Conveyor belt speed max.: 5.0 m/sec. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 13: Installation Preparation

    • Is the delivery complete? Is the number of pallets/cases/ containers the same as the number on the delivery note? • Does all the transport packaging appear to be undamaged? Is there damage which may indicate that the contained products may be damaged? © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 14 • Two warning labels for crushing hazard, part no. 30528 ® • MARTIN Tracker conveyor belt centring system, part no. M3625 4. Missing or damaged parts must be reported to Martin Engineer- ing or the authorised dealer. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 15: Installation

    The chute wall on which the spring tensioner shall be installed is referred to as ‘operator side’. The other chute wall is called the ‘opposite side’. When installing dual spring tensioners, the most accessible side is the "operator side". © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 16: Installation Procedure

    If multiple units are being used, install these at a distance of 20-50 m from one another. The distance depends on the extent of skewing of the conveyor belt and must then be determined from case to case. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 17: Installing The Martin ® Tracker Conveyor Belt Centring System (Lower Unit)

    2. Install the return roller that has been removed in the supporting construction of the lower tracker unit (Fig. 1). Fig. 2: Centring and securing the return roller 3. Centre the roller on the tracker and secure it with 4 screws (1, Fig. 2). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 18 90° Fig. 3: Mark the holes in the installation frame Fig. 4: Holes in the installation frame © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 19 (Fig. 3). Ensure that the lower holes (1, Fig. 4) are accessible for fixing screws from both sides. 5. Drill or cut holes (14 mm dia.) at the points marked earlier in the stringer. 6. Fix the installation frame with screws (Fig. 5). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 20 (1, Fig. 6) must match the distance (3, Fig. 6) between the upper edge of the sup- port frame and the upper peak of the return roller. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 21 9. Insert the pre-installed tracker in the installation frame installed earlier. Pay attention to the direction of movement of the con- veyor belt (1, Fig. 8) and the alignment of the guide unit (2, Fig. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 22 Fig. 9: Positioning the installation frame on the operator side 10. Position the installation frame on the operator side (Fig. 9). Fig. 10: Securing the installation frame 11. Fix the installation frame with screws (Fig. 10). NOTE Do not tighten the screw connection yet. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 23 12. Centre the tracker on the frame and tighten the arresting screws (1, Fig. 11). 13. Lift the entire unit such that the conveyor belt is raised by about 10 mm. Tighten all screws. Fig. 12: Push in the sensor roller unit © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 24 Fig. 13: Installing and securing the sensor roller unit 15. Install the sensor roller unit about 6 mm away from the edge of the conveyor belt. Secure the sensor roller unit with the arrest- ing screws (1, Fig. 13). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 25: Installing The Martin ® Tracker Conveyor Belt Centring System (Upper Unit)

    Fig. 14: Assembling the trough roller station / roller station holder 2. Fix the trough roller station to the roller station holder (2, Fig. 14) of the tracker with screws or by welding it. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 26 4. Drill or cut the holes (14 mm dia.) in the existing support con- struction. Fig. 16: Mounting the installation frame 5. Fix the installation frame on the side turned away. NOTE Do not tighten the screw connection yet. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 27 Pay attention to the direction of movement of the con- veyor belt (1, Fig. 17) and the alignment of the guide unit (2, Fig. 17). NOTE If necessary, use the play in the installation frame to come up to the support construction. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 28 Fig. 18: Mounting the installation on the operator side. 7. Mount the installation frame on the operator side. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 29 Fig. 19: Fix the installation frame 8. Fix the installation frame with screws (Fig. 19) and tighten all screws in the installation frame. Fig. 20: Centring the tracker 9. Centre the tracker. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 30 Ensure that the guide unit (1, Fig. 22) and the entire unit can be moved freely. The freedom of movement should not be restricted, otherwise the tracker does not work properly. 11. Place the conveyor belt again on the trough roller station. © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 31 Fig. 24: Positioning the sensor roller unit 13. Adjust the sensor roller unit (1, Fig. 24) in such a manner that it is perpendicular to the conveyor belt and fix it with the arresting screws (2, Fig. 24). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 32 6 mm 6 mm Fig. 25: Adjusting the sensor roller unit 14. Install the sensor roller unit approx. 6 mm from the conveyor belt edge and secure it with the arresting screws (1, Fig. 25). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 33: Trial Operation

    6. Tighten the set screws again (2, Fig. 26). 7. If the wear and tear or bulk material accumulation is excessive or other problems occur, refer to the information in chapter 5.4 "Installation check-list" or chapter 7 "Troubleshooting". © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 34: Installation - Check-List

    Chapter 5.2 et seq. The tracker is aligned in accordance with the instructions given in 5.2 et seq. The tracker and its guide unit can be moved freely. Tab. 1: Installation - Check-list © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 35: Attaching The Warning Label Or The Warning Tag

    Use warning signs! Use warning signs! No. 30528 ! WARNING ! WARNING Risk of crushing Pinching Fig. 27: Conveyor Products Warning Label © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 36: Maintenance

    After completing maintenance work, first remove tools from the working area and from the conveyor belt. Only then switch on the system. 3. Switch on the conveyor system and perform a test run (see Chapter 5.3). © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 37: Regular Maintenance

    Warning sticker Visual inspection of all warning stickers / Clean all warning stickers. Replace any warning labels which are illegible. Warning labels may be purchased from Martin Engineering or an authorised dealer Refer to the Support roller Replace manufacturer's documentation Tab.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    Therefore faults other than those listed here may occur. In this case, Martin Engineering or one of its representatives can help with the positioning or with customized solutions. Only use the conveyor system after the fault has been found and repaired.
  • Page 39: Troubleshooting

    Check the bearings and the Correct the installation position unusually or does not installation position of the according to this installation move at all tracker. manual, if necessary. Defective bearings need to be replaced. Tab. 3: Troubleshooting © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 40: Storage, De-Installation And Disposal

    Storage, deinstallation, disposal Packing and transportation The products described here are packed and shipped by Martin Engineering. The products may be transported solely in the Martin Engineering packaging. The logistics company in charge of the shipment shall be responsible for any damage and/or loss.
  • Page 41: Part Numbers

    Part numbers This section lists the product designations with their associated part numbers for the MARTIN ® TRACKER Belt Tracking System and its accessories. Please always indicate the part numbers in every order. Explanation of part numbers ® MARTIN Tracker Belt Tracking System...
  • Page 42 ® MARTIN Tracker Belt Tracking System (upper unit) ® Fig. 28: MARTIN Tracker Belt Tracking System (upper unit) © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 43 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 44 ® MARTIN Tracker Belt Tracking System (lower unit) ® Fig. 29: MARTIN Tracker Belt Tracking System (lower unit) © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 45 © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 46 The operation of this product is prohibited until it has been established that the system in which it is to be installed complies with the provisions of the EU Directive 98/37/EC and 2006/42/EC, in the amended form. Date: 21/01/2010 Manufacturer's signature: Managing Director, Michael Hengl © Martin Engineering GmbH M3625UK-10/15...
  • Page 47 USA (Headquarters) Germany (Main European branch) Martin Engineering Martin Engineering GmbH One Martin Place, 61345 Neponset (Illinois), USA In der Rehbach 14, 65396 Walluf, Germany Tel. +1 (800) 544-2947; Fax +1 (800) 814-1553 Tel. +49 6123 97820; Fax +49 6123 75533 info@martin-eng.com;...

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