Grain Systems Bucket Elevtors, Conveyors, Series II Sweeps PNEG-1043 User Manual
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Series 2 Chain Conveyors
Motor
Connect the conveyor motor to a power source ac-
cording to the motor manufacturer’s instructions and
recommendations. To avoid injury it is recommended
that a certified electrician perform the motor wiring.
A shut off switch should be placed near the motor so
that the system may easily be shut down to help pre-
vent accidents during maintenance. It is important to
check proper motor shaft rotation before installing drive
belts
Welding
Welding on or to the conveyor may cause damage to
both the conveyor and its electrical system. If welding
is necessary, measures should be taken to protect the
conveyor. Should it be necessary to fasten anything to
the conveyor permanently, careful consideration should
be given to methods of maintenance, removal and re-
placement of the conveyor and/or its parts. (please
refer to Inlet Installation for GSI recommended guide-
lines).
Clearance
A clearance of at least the width of the conveyor is
recommended on all sides of the unit. Less clear-
ance may be acceptable however, serious consid-
eration must be given to methods of maintenance,
removal and replacement of the conveyor and/or
its parts.
Support
GSI’s recommended general guidelines in this area in-
clude adequate support for the conveyor assembly to
be installed at intervals no greater than 10 feet. It is
recommended that supports be installed at vertical por-
tions of flanges leaving bottoms of trough sections
clear. By attaching supports in this manner, the re-
movable bottoms are unobstructed for ease of re-
placement. Support legs are available as an option.
Discharge
The standard conveyor is constructed with one dis-
charge located at the drive end. If intermediate dis-
charges are to be used, the location(s) must be deter-
mined before proceeding with the conveyor assembly.
Intermediate discharges cannot be installed over a
trough joint; therefore, it may be necessary to position
a shorter trough section to serve as a spacer in order
to accommodate the placement of the discharge(s)
where they are required.
The owner assumes all responsibility for any alterations
to the equipment.
Installation