Machine Break-In - USC SS16 Operator's Manual

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. This is part of the normal break-in process.
1. Read the Conveyor Operator's Manual.
2. During the conveyors first few minutes of operation, before any seed is run
through, it is essential that the operator check conveyor belt tension and
alignment and make any necessary adjustments (see pages 71 - 73).
AFTER OPERATING OR TRANSPORT FOR 1/2 HOUR
1. Re-torque all the wheel bolts.
2. Re-torque fasteners and hardware.
3. Check that all safety decals are installed and legible. Apply new decals if required.
4. Check the drive belt tension and alignment. Tension or align as required.
5. Check the conveying belt tension and alignment. Tension or align as required.
6. Check that all guards are installed and working as intended.
AFTER OPERATING FOR 5 HOURS AND 10 HOURS
1. Re-torque all wheel bolts, fasteners and hardware.
2. Check that all guards are installed, secured and functioning as intended. Do not
operate with missing or damaged shields.
3. Check safety decals. Install new ones if required.
4. Check the drive belt, and conveying belt tension and alignment. Tension or align as
required.
5. Then go to the normal servicing and maintenance schedule as defined in the
Maintenance Section.
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USC CONVEYORS

MACHINE BREAK-IN

BEFORE STARTING
Part # 09-02-0016