Batco 1355 Operation Manual

Batco 1355 Operation Manual Manual pdf 23 page image

BATCO - CONVEYOR S-DRIVE 55’-100’ 6. O PERATION1500 P / 2000 P SERIES 6.1. P RE-O PERATION CHECKLISTP1512123 236. Operation6.1. PRE-OPERATION CHECKLISTBEFORE OPERATING THE CONVEYOR E ACH TIME :• Service the machine per the schedule outlined in Section 8.1.• Use only a tractor, gas engine, or electric motor of adequate power to operatethe machine. See Section10.2. on page 48.• Check that drive (Gas/Electric Motors) and conveying belts are not frayed ordamaged and that they are properly adjusted and aligned. See Maintenancesection.• Ensure wheels are chocked.• Check that hopper and spout areas are free of obstructions.• Support discharge end or anchor intake end before using.6.2. MACHINE BREAK-IN AND OPERATIONAlthough there are no operational restrictions on the conveyor when used for thefirst time, it is recommended that the following items be checked:BEFORE STARTING :1. Read the conveyor and motor (if equipped) operation manuals.2. During the first few minutes of operation, check the conveyor belt alignmentto ensure preset alignment does not vary under loaded conditions. SeeMaintenance section.AFTER OPERATING OR TRANSPORTING FOR 1/2 HOUR :1. Re-torque all the wheel bolts.2. Re-torque fasteners and hardware.3. Check the drive and conveyor belt tension and alignment. Tension or align asrequired. See Maintenance section.AFTER OPERATING FOR 5 AND 10 HOURS :1. Re-torque all wheel bolts, fasteners, and hardware.2. Check the drive and conveyor belt tension and alignment. Tension or align asrequired.Warning: Before continuing, please reread the safety information relevant to this section atthe beginning of this manual. Failure to follow the safety instructions can result in seriousinjury, death, or property damage.