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- Page 1 NestaFlex Gravity 376PL Conveyor System Operator’s Manual FMH Conveyors LLC p. 800.327.9209 Part Number 016842 9701 E. Highland Dr t. 870.935.3661 Effective June 2017 Jonesboro, AR 72401 www.fmhconveyors.com...
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Page 2: Introduction
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Dear Operator, ® We at FMH Conveyors would like to thank you for selecting our NestaFlex gravity conveyor system as the solution to your conveying needs. ® Your NestaFlex system is supported by a group of factory trained customer service representatives. They can be reached via our toll free number 1‐800‐327‐9209. Whether your needs require assistance from the factory or in the field, please do not ... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 1 Warranty Statement ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Safety Information …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 3 Warnings ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3 Receiving Information ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 4 Product Specifications ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5 Part Terminology ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 6 Installation Instructions ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Operating Instructions ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10 Maintenance ………………….………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 10 Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 16 ... -
Page 4: Warranty Statement
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors WARRANTY STATEMENT Your FMH Conveyor is protected by our premier warranty. FMH Conveyors will replace parts that are damaged during the course of normal operation due to mechanical defect, excluding normal wear and tear and damage due to storing conveyors exposed to the outside elements or use of the equipment other than as specified by FMH Conveyors in this manual. The warranty extends for a period of two years on all mechanical components as measured from the date customer takes possession of the conveyor. This warranty does not cover damage due to accident, misuse, abuse and negligence. It also does not cover damage due to improper operation or maintenance, or attempted modification by anyone other than an authorized FMH Conveyors service personnel. For specific warranty information or assistance, please contact your FMH Conveyors Customer Support Representative. ... -
Page 5: Receiving Information
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors RECEIVING INFORMATION Before the conveyor unit is put into service, inspect it carefully for any indications of shipping damage. If possible, take photographs of suspected shipping damage in order to substantiate any claims. Missing parts or damage should be reported in writing to the shipper, with a copy to your FMH Conveyors representative. CAUTION: Conveyor weights vary with their configuration, but all assemblies are heavy enough to cause injury. Use care when handling, moving, or unpacking any conveyor. Remove any stretch‐wrap and ties securing the conveyor to the pallet. NOTE: Some conveyors are shipped as “Roll‐On” freight, without pallets. Remove and discard any wood blocks that hold the casters in position during shipment ... -
Page 6: Product Specifications
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Conveyor Bed Width: 18, 24, 30, or 36 inches Load Capacity: 376 lbs (171 kg) per linear foot. Skate Wheels: Steel or Polymer Material. 1‐15/16 inch diameter. Shafts: 5/16 inch (7.9 mm) diameter rod. Axle Spacing: 3 inches center to center first 10’ of conveyor; then 5‐1/4 inches center to center. Axle spacing will vary as needed for specific applications. ... -
Page 7: Part Terminology
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors PART TERMINOLOGY The terminology for the major conveyor components is illustrated in the following photographs. 6 | P A G E EFFECTIVE JUNE 2017 PART # 016842 ©2016 FMH CONVEYORS LLC ... - Page 8 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors The terminology for the major conveyor components is illustrated in the following photographs. 2 3 1 2 1 7 | P A G E EFFECTIVE JUNE 2017 PART # 016842 ©2016 FMH CONVEYORS LLC ...
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Page 9: Installation Instructions
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The assembly information below applies only to conveyors longer than 24’ in extended length which are shipped in sections in cartons. If your conveyor is a single section or shipped as “roll‐on” freight, disregard the assembly information. Conveyor Assembly . 1. Position the sections so the color dots on section ends are matched and cannot be seen after assembly. 2. Align quick connect plates and push the conveyor sections together to align the holes in the quick connect plates (1) at the end of one section with the holes in the quick connect plates (2) of the mating section. 3. Insert the bolt (3) on each side and add a flat washer, a lock washer, and a nut. 4. Insert the two remaining bolts (4) on each side and add the washers and nut to each. 5. Securely tighten each bolt to make the connections permanent. 6. Repeat this procedure as required to connect all sections of this conveyor. ... - Page 10 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Trial Assembly At this point, a trial assembly of all components should be made before proceeding with the final assembly procedure to ensure that the conveyor is positioned as intended. 1 3 1. Carefully move the fully contracted conveyor assembly (1) into position over the assembled guide track (2) with the rear of the conveyor against the back stop (3) of the guide track assembly. 2 3 1 2. Place the herringbone transition section (1) on the 2 ...
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Page 11: Operating Instructions
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Final Assembly 1. Verify that all guide track assembly connections are tight, and that the assembly is positioned correctly. NOTE: It is essential that guide track sections are butted together with no gaps between sections. 2. Mark all foot pad hole locations on the floor. 3. Drill holes to accept 3‐3/4” 3/8‐16 anchor bolts. Use a 3/8” drill and a minimum 1‐3/4” embedment depth. 4. Bolt the guide track assembly in its final position. 5. - Page 12 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Your conveyor will require minimal maintenance under normal operating conditions. However, since there are occasional problems with all equipment, the following paragraphs provide parts replacement procedures. Elevation Adjustment Tools and Parts Required: 5/32” Allen wrench, loctite 242 or equivalent NOTE: On most gravity truck loader conveyors, height adjustments are unnecessary. The conveyor height has been set at the factory for optimal product flow. 1. Loosen the set screw on both vertical legs. The set screws are located on the lower cross brace. 2. Raise the H Frame and conveyor to desired height. 3. Apply loctite to the threads of the set screw. 4. Turn and tighten the set screws on both vertical legs. Inner Leg/Caster Assembly Replacement Tools and Parts required: ½” wrenches (2), 5/32” Allen wrench, Loctite 242 or equivalent, dimple lock nuts (6), inner leg/caster. ...
- Page 13 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors H Frame Replacement Tools and Parts required: ½” wrenches (2), 5/32” Allen wrench, loctite 242 or equivalent, dimple lock nuts (6), 5/16‐18 self‐tapping screws (2), nut plates (2), H Frame. 1. Move the conveyor off the guide track. 2. Identify the section of conveyor that contains the H Frame to be replaced. 3. Separate that conveyor section by removing the quick connect fasteners; Retain the fasteners for the re‐assembly process. 4. Fully contract the conveyor section. 5. Carefully lay the conveyor section on its side. 6. Loosen the two set screws that secure the inner leg/casters. 7. Remove the inner leg/casters by pulling them out of the H Frame outer legs. Set the inner leg/casters aside for later use. ...
- Page 14 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Nut, Screw, Washer Replacement Tools and Parts required: ½” wrench, 7/16” wrench, hex shoulder screw, ¼‐20 hex dimple nut, and a spring washer. 1. Extend the conveyor to its fully open position. Remove and discard the old nut, screw, and spring washer. 2. Put the spring washer on the screw and insert the screw through both side link holes. NOTE: The spring washer (1) must be between the screw hex head (2) and the side link (3) as shown at right. ...
- Page 15 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Skatewheel Replacement Tools and Parts required: ½” wrenches (2), nylon lock nut, skatewheel(s), and shaft. 1. With the conveyor in the fully contracted position, use the wrenches to remove and discard the nylon lock nut. 2. Using the new shaft as a driver, carefully push out the existing shaft until the end of the new shaft reaches the location of the damaged skatewheel. The new shaft should now pass through all of the washers, spacers, skatewheels, and side links in their proper position up to the damaged skatewheel. 3. Pull the existing shaft out far enough to enable removal of the damaged skatewheel. ...
- Page 16 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Axle Restrictor/Nut Plate Replacement Tools and Parts required: ½” wrench, 5/16‐18 self‐tapping screw, nut plate/axle restrictor. NOTE: Be sure the axle restrictor/nut plate that is being installed is the correct size for your system. The axle restrictor/nut plate size is stamped on the part. Example: 50030 indicates a 1/2 inch per foot pitch (500) and a 3.0 inch axle spacing (30). 1. Loosen and back off the self‐tapping screw (1) that secures the H Frame (2) to the axle restrictor/nut plate (3). 2. Discard the axle restrictor/nut plate. 3. Position the new axle restrictor/nut plate and tighten the self‐tapping screw. ...
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Page 17: Troubleshooting
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors TROUBLESHOOTING Indication Cause(s) Solution Conveyor does not Expand or Debris in Casters or links Remove debris from casters and links Contract easily. Make certain the brakes are Brakes on casters engaged disengaged Loosen concerned link fastener – replace lock nut if needed. Torque link Over‐tightened link fastener fasteners to between 70 and 80 lb‐in (7.9 – 9.0 N‐m) Damaged Conveyor Check for and replace damaged parts. Product stops too early or does Debris or object blocking skate Clean all debris and obstructions from not run smoothly. wheel rotation conveyors. Replace damaged skate wheels and Skate wheel damaged or jammed those which do not easily rotate. Conveyor elevation out of Return conveyor to its factory original adjustment elevation. ... -
Page 18: Optional Equipment & Spare Parts
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AND SPARE PARTS Optional Equipment FMH Conveyors offers a number of options for the NestaFlex376PL conveyor. For more information on the following, contact our Customer Service department at 1‐800‐327‐9209. Power Assist Upstream Conveyor Control o On/Off Button o Photoeye Cord Reel 8” Casters Special Axle Centers: 2”, 3”, 4” Curve Guard (one side or both sides) Rigid Discharge Cart Spare Parts To maintain safe operation and extend the life of your Nestaflex 376PL conveyor, replace any worn or damaged components before using the conveyor system. Use only parts supplied or authorized by FMH ... -
Page 19: Parts Drawing
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Page 20: Parts List
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Parts List REF. DESCRIPTION 18” Width 24” Width 30” Width 36” Width NO. Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. 1 H FRAME 376‐ 18PL 24PL 30PL 36PL 2 H FRAME 376‐ 18PL‐LB1 24PL‐LB1 30PL‐LB1 36PL‐LB1 3 H FRAME 376‐ 18PL‐LB2 24PL‐LB2 30PL‐LB2 36PL‐LB2 *4[1] 6” CASTER/INNER LEG NO BRAKE (SHOWN) 019435 ... -
Page 21: Parts Drawing
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Page 22: Parts List
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors PARTS LIST REF. 18” Width 24” Width 30” Width 36” Width NO. DESCRIPTION Part No. Part No. Part No. Part No. QUICK CONNECT 39[4] BRACKET QC 2PC 005432 005432 005432 005432 40 SPACER GRAY PLASTIC, LONG 003552 002937 003553 015662 41 ... -
Page 23: Glossary
FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors Glossary The following terms and abbreviations are used in the NestaFlex 376PL Gravity Conveyor Trailer Loader manual. 376PL – Gravity Conveyor Model 376 Perpendicular Leg Conveyor Bed – the portion of conveyor between two supports. kg – kilogram lb‐in – pound inches lbs – pounds mm – millimeter N‐m – Newton meters OD – outside diameter Perpendicular Leg – legs that support a pitched conveyor and remain perpendicular to a level floor in the contracted and extended positions. 22 | P A G E EFFECTIVE JUNE 2017 PART # 016842 ©2016 FMH CONVEYORS LLC ... - Page 24 FMH Conveyors ® Operator’s Manual NestaFlex 376PL Conveyors NOTES: ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________...
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