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Belt Conveyor Technical Manual

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This manual is intended only as an installation and maintenance reference for typical systems and is subject to
change through revisions and additions without
notification.
The English version of this manual is the original instructions. All other languages are translations of the original
instructions.
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EC 2A DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Key Technology BV, Beijerdstraat 10, 4112 NE Beusichem, The Netherlands, 0345 50 99 00
Declaration of conformity:
We, Key Technology BV, declare completely under our own responsibility that the product:
Model Number: Belt Conveyor

Description of Product: Belt Conveyor
to which this declaration relates, conforms (as the case may be) with the standard(s) or other normative document(s):
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Table of Contents
Contents
Safety Awareness ................................................................................................................1
Signal Word Definitions.....................................................................................................................1
Hazard Alert Messages.......................................................................................................................1
General Safety Recommendations .....................................................................................................2
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................2
Contact Information ...........................................................................................................................2
Corporate Headquarters ..................................................................................................................2
Key Technology BV .......................................................................................................................2
Service Calls ...................................................................................................................................2
Ordering Parts.................................................................................................................................3
System Overview ...............................................................................................................................3
Installation ............................................................................................................................3
Overview ............................................................................................................................................3
Receiving the Shipment .....................................................................................................................3
Manufacturers Literature...............................................................................................................3
Belt Conveyor Technical Manual ...............................................................................................3
Engineering Drawings.................................................................................................................3
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Literature.................................................................3
Handling Precautions......................................................................................................................4
Installation Preparation ......................................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions ..........................................................................................................................4
Selecting a Proper Location............................................................................................................4
Proximity, Space, and Clearance Requirements .........................................................................4
Utility Requirements ...................................................................................................................4
Recommended Tools, Equipment and Supplies .............................................................................4
Floor Mounting Requirements........................................................................................................4
Floor Support Pedestals and Columns ........................................................................................4
Installation Procedure.........................................................................................................................6
Wiring .............................................................................................................................................6
Modification ...................................................................................................................................6
Start-Up Procedure .............................................................................................................................6
Long-Term Shutdown ........................................................................................................................6
Maintenance .........................................................................................................................7
Maintenance Schedule........................................................................................................................7
Lubrication .........................................................................................................................................7
Bearings ..........................................................................................................................................7
Purging ........................................................................................................................................7
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Lubrication ..................................................................................................................................8
Gear Motors ....................................................................................................................................8
Motor Replacement ............................................................................................................................8
Bearing Replacement .........................................................................................................................9
Discharge ........................................................................................................................................9
Infeed ............................................................................................................................................10
Belts..................................................................................................................................................10
Fabric Belts...................................................................................................................................10
Replacement..............................................................................................................................11
Tension......................................................................................................................................11
Belt Tracking.............................................................................................................................12
Plastic and Polyurethane Belts......................................................................................................13
Replacement..............................................................................................................................13
Tension......................................................................................................................................15
Shaft Bearings ...........................................................................................................................16
System sanitation.............................................................................................................. 16
Overall System Sanitation ..............................................................................................................16
Non-Metallic Components ...............................................................................................................16
Troubleshooting Guide..................................................................................................... 17
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Belt Conveyor
Safety Awareness
All installation and maintenance personnel must read this
manual before working on a belt conveyor. Employees
who are unable to read English should have it read to
them in a language that is fully understood. If you need
further explanation, contact Key Technology, Inc. (Key)
immediately. For telephone numbers, refer to Customer
Service in the Introduction section of this manual.
HAZARD ALERT MESSAGES

The labels shown in Figure 1 through Figure 3 are affixed
to the conveyor.
SIGNAL WORD DEFINITIONS

The following symbols and signal words will be used
throughout this manual:
DANGER
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Figure 1
Affixed to Both Sides of the Frame
Figure 2
Affixed to Both Sides of the Frame
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided,

could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Important
Indicates an item affecting the installation,
maintenance or operation of this equipment.
Note
Indicates a comment or an explanation
regarding this equipment.

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Introduction
Key Technology provides customer service through all of
our offices. The corporate headquarters and European
office offers 24-hour customer support. The Australia and
Mexico offices offer customer support for their locations
during normal business hours.
Support includes:
Figure 3
Telephone support for all Key equipment
Prompt delivery of parts orders
On-site service calls by our field service engineers
Affixed Near the Motor
GENERAL SAFETY
RECOMMENDATIONS
CONTACT INFORMATION
Corporate Headquarters
Ensure that all safety guards and shields are securely

fastened in place before starting the conveyor.
Read the applicable procedures in this manual before

attempting to install or maintain the conveyor.
Permit only authorized, properly trained personnel to

operate, install, or maintain the conveyor.
Before removing any safety guards or covers, turn off

and lock out power to the conveyor.
Keep the work area clean to prevent accidents and

product contamination.
For all other locations, visit our website at www.key.net.
Use this equipment only for tasks that are designated

or intended. Follow all specifications for space, clearance, utilities, and environment which are provided
on the equipment drawings.
Service Calls
Tel: +31 (0) 345-509900

Fax: +31 (0) 345-501594
When calling for customer service, please have the

following information at hand:
Company name and location of your plant
Equipment name, model, and serial number found on

the equipment drawings and the conveyor nameplate
(Figure 4 and Figure 5)
Do not wear torn or loose clothing or jewelry around

equipment with moving parts, and always wear
approved eye and ear protection.
Complete description of problem (including all

details, equipment drawing numbers, and measurements available)
Do not walk or stand on the equipment. It is not safe

as a walkway or platform. Personal injuries or
damage to equipment or parts may occur.
Name of the person at your plant requesting

assistance
Your telephone and fax numbers
Keep the conveyor in good working order at all times

by performing maintenance regularly, and conducting
periodic safety inspections. Correct all unsafe conditions immediately.
Key Technology BV
Tel: +1 877 878-4631

Fax: +1 509 394-3386
Emergency Tel (after hours): +1 509 520-2888
The combination of water and product can cause

floors to become slippery and hazardous. To avoid
injury from slipping and falling, exercise extreme
care while working near the conveyor.

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Ordering Parts
When ordering parts, please provide the following
information:
Installation
Company name and location of your plant
OVERVIEW
Equipment name, model, and serial number found on

the equipment drawings and the conveyor nameplate
(Figure 4 and Figure 5)
Name of the person at your plant requesting the parts
Your company purchase order number
Read all the information provided before attempting the

installation. The installation procedures often direct you
to other documentation, such as the equipment drawings
and to the manufacturers literature shipped with the
equipment.
WARNING
This equipment is not balanced or stable until it
is correctly mounted and leveled. Improperly
installed equipment can be dangerous, inefficient, and costly.
RECEIVING THE SHIPMENT

Manufacturers Literature
Figure 4
Belt Conveyor NameplateCE version
This manual provides instruction on safety, installation,

operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the belt
conveyor. The information in this manual pertains to all
belt conveyors. Some points may differ on your equipment, depending on the specific design.
Engineering Drawings
The equipment drawings provide information specific to
your belt conveyor.
Key Technology Equipment Drawings

Dwg. No. = Model Number
Job No. = Serial Number
Key Technology BV Equipment Drawings

Dwg. No. = WOS (serial) Number
Machine Code = Model Number
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Literature

Figure 5
Belt Conveyor NameplateNon-CE version
SYSTEM OVERVIEW
A packet of supplementary vendor literature is also

shipped with the belt conveyor. These documents come
to Key Technology with parts that are included in the
assembled equipment.
Belt Conveyors are manufactured in a wide variety of

configurations which share common components and
construction. Refer to the equipment drawings and manufacturers literature for specific details about your belt
conveyor.

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Handling Precautions
When unloading and moving the belt conveyor from the
truck to the permanent location, use extreme care not to
distort any part of the equipment.
Important
When moving a belt conveyor, use the appropriate lifting equipment and always lift the
equipment by the frame, never by the belt.
Recommended Tools, Equipment and

Supplies
Table A
Tools, Equipment and Supplies

4-foot or 5-foot level
Basic mechanics tools, standard and metric
C-clamps
Chalk line or Laser transient
INSTALLATION PREPARATION
Clean shop cloths

Concrete drill bits
Safety Precautions
Read and understand all safety precautions listed in the
Safety section of this manual, and give special consideration to all text headed with DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE.
In addition, observe all safety precautions provided in the
OEM literature. If you do not fully understand these
precautions, contact Key Technology Customer Service
for further explanation.
Important
Read and follow all notes and safety precautions on the equipment drawings specific to
your belt conveyor installation.
Selecting a Proper Location

When selecting a location for belt conveyors, consider
the following:
Drill motor
Equipment drawings
Hammer drill
Hi-quality, food-grade grease
Lifting equipment (e.g., jacks, forklift, crane, hoist)
Lock out tag and padlock
Manually operated grease gun
Measuring tape
Plumb bob
Steel drill bits
Transit
Welder
Wrist watch or timer that indicated seconds
Plant layout requirements
Floor Mounting Requirements
Ability of the site to support the static loads introduced by the equipment
Floor Support Pedestals and Columns
Cleaning and maintenance clearance
Required mounting surface of steel or reinforced

concrete
Proximity, Space, and Clearance Requirements

Refer to the equipment drawings for proximity, space,
and clearance requirements specific to your belt
conveyor.
Generally, Key Technology provides the column or

pedestal supports. Either type of support structure may be
used to support the belt conveyor. Contact Key Technology for more information. For an example of support
mounting, refer to Figure 6.
Note
It is important to securely fasten the belt
conveyor to the floor.
Utility Requirements
Refer to the equipment drawings for utility requirements
specific to your belt conveyor.

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Base plate size

Distance between bolt centerlines
Column width
Base plate hole
Use square tube spacer

same size as support
tube under base plate or
solid steel plate as shim
stock
Product flow
Anchor bolt
Shim
Grout as required
All thread in quick

setting epoxy.
Note 45 degree
end cut
Figure 6
Reinforced
concrete
Example of Floor Installation for Columns

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INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
To install the belt conveyor:
1. Locate the supports on the floor or deck in accordance with dimensions given on the equipment
drawings.
2. Shim the bottoms of support columns or pedestals.
WARNING
Keep the lifting equipment under the belt
conveyor during this procedure, the belt
conveyor is not stable until it is leveled and
opposing nuts are tightened.
Wiring
To wire the belt conveyor:
1. Make the electrical connection, using at least 18''
(457 mm) of flexible conduit at the motor.
The electrical connection must be performed by a
qualified electrician in accordance with NEC and
local codes. At a minimum, the ability to physically
lock out power to the unit must be supplied.
WARNING
To avoid potentially dangerous conditions and
damage to the equipment, do not attach
anything else to the frame or belt without first
consulting Key Technology.
2. Check for the rotation arrow sticker.
3. If it is missing, wire the motor for the direction of
belt travel.
4. If the belt is running in the wrong directing, switch
any two of the wires to reverse the rotation.
DANGER
Running the motor without the drive guard can
result in injury or death. When guards are
present they must be on when running due to
the exposed belt and pulleys. This procedure
must be performed by a qualified electrician or
mechanic.
Modification
Note
Use only spare parts recommended by Key
Technology.
START-UP PROCEDURE
To start the belt conveyor:
1. Verify there is no shipping damage and all separate
components are present.
2. Verify the motor type, with voltage, frequency,
current, HP and rpm rating.
3. Verify correct motor rotation. Refer to Wiring
earlier in this manual.
LONG-TERM SHUTDOWN
Tools/Supplies
Clean shop cloth
Hi-quality, non food-grade grease
To prepare the belt conveyor for long-term storage:

1. Change the oil in the motor gear box.
2. Lubricate the bearings and oil the chain.
3. Check the unit for any necessary repairs, adjustments, or part replacement.
4. Cover the belt to protect it from any foreign materials
that may cause damage.
5. Relieve tension from the belt.
Important
When belts are removed from the conveyor,
they should be stored in a cool, dark, dry place.
Wire or fabric belts should not be stored in
excessively wet places or in areas where
contact with foreign materials, oil, gasoline, or
acid may occur. If the belt is laid down, it
should rest on a clean, flat surface. If it is
necessary to lay a belt on the floor, place a
pallet or cradle under it to avoid contact with
the floor.
Never modify, alter, or change the design of any belt

conveyors manufactured by Key Technology. If modification is desired, contact Key Technology Customer
Service.

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Belt Conveyor
Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Maintenance Schedule
Inspect the condition of the carryways at infeed.
Verify that side rails and functioning correctly.
Belt Conveyor
Maintenance Schedule
Daily
Inspect for product build-up on the belt.
Clean the inside of the belt with an open hose to
remove any product that may have become
lodged.
Inspect for oil leaks from gear box.
Listen for any unusual noise.
Check the belt tracking.
Verify that support shoes are properly fastened.

Verify correct belt tracking.
Confirm the levelness and squareness.
Verify properly functioning infeed/discharge
chutes.
Inspect condition of floor plate mounting bolts.
Confirm that the return belt is adequately
supported.
Include the Daily and Weekly Inspection Check
Lists to this Monthly Inspection Check list.
Annually
Weekly
Grease all bearings and fittings, as applicable.
Inspect the sprockets for wear and position
(plastic belts only).
Change oil.
Replace drive belts, as applicable.
Inspect the belt surface, belt underside and the

hinge rods for wear.
LUBRICATION
Check catenary sag or any elongation of belt due

to normal hinge wear. Reposition tail shaft or
shorten belt if excessive. Belt length elongation of
34% over the life of the belt is not unusual.
Bearings
Include the Daily Inspection Check list to this

Weekly Inspection Check List.
Monthly
Inspect drive belts or chain for wear and tension,
if applicable and required.
Verify that drive system guards are in place,
secured, and undamaged.
Confirm all electrical connections are tightly
secured and sealed.
In abrasive applications, pull hinge rods and inspect for wear. Replace excessively worn rods
(more than 1/16" wear) with abrasion resistant
material such as nylon.
Lubricate the bearings at the start of an idle
period longer than one month.
Inspect the condition of the belt surface and drive
sprockets.

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Purging
Bearings are lubricated with a high-quality, type H1,
food-grade grease at the Key factory. Purge the bearings
if your application requires the use of non food-grade
grease.
Tools/Supplies
Clean shop cloth
Hi-quality, non food-grade grease
To purge bearings:
1. Turn on the conveyor.
2. Slowly add one pump of new lubricant every 20
seconds until all of the old lubricant is removed.
Important
Purging bearings faster than one pump every
twenty seconds will damage the seals resulting
in premature failure.
3. Clean the grease fittings with a clean shop cloth.

Lubrication
Setscrew
Lubricate the bearings weekly during periods of

operation.
Tools/Supplies
Clean shop cloth
To lubricate bearings:
Figure 7
Setscrew on the Bearing Lock Collar
6. Remove the mounting bolts from the motor guard

(Figure 8).
2. Slowly add one pump of new lubricant every 20

seconds until grease begins to flow from the seals.
Important
Mounting bolts
Lubricating bearings faster than one pump

every twenty seconds will damage the seals
resulting in premature failure.
3. Clean the grease fittings with a clean shop cloth.
Gear Motors
Due to various types of motors, refer to the OEM literature provided with the belt conveyor.
MOTOR REPLACEMENT
Tools/Supplies
Lifting device
Safety strap
To replace a motor:
1. Bypass product flow to the conveyor and wait for all
product to clear the machine.
2. Turn off and lock out the conveyor power disconnect
switch.
3. Open the motor conduit box and disconnect wires
#456, #457 and #458 from T1, T2 and T3 respectively. Disconnect the ground wire.
4. Attach a lifting device and safety strap to the motor.
5. Loosen the setscrews on the bearing lock collar
(Figure 7).
Figure 8
Motor Guard Mounting Bolts
7. Slide the motor off of the shaft.

8. Remove the reducer drip pan and install it onto the
new motor (Figure 9).
Note
Key recommends that while the motor is off
and the conveyor is stopped, to replace the
bearings. Refer to Bearing Replacement later
in this section.
9. Slide the new motor onto the shaft.
10. Slide the lock collar onto the shaft, insert and tighten
the setscrews.
11. Insert and tighten the motor guard mounting bolts,
washers and lock washers.
12. Connect wires #456, #457 and #458 to T1, T2 and T3
respectively. Connect the ground wire.
13. Replace the motor wire cover and tighten the four
screws.
14. Unlock and enable the motor disconnect switch.

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Note
There are many different ways to support the
shaft.
4. Perform the following steps on the idle side
(Figure 10):
A. Remove the four mounting bolts, washers and
lock washers from the bearings.
B. Loosen the setscrews on the bearing lock collar.
Reducer
drip pan
Figure 9
Replaced Motor
15. Cycle power to the belt conveyor and check the rotation. If incorrect, lock out power and swap any two
wires to reverse the direction of rotation.
16. Restore product flow to the conveyor.
BEARING REPLACEMENT
Setscrew
Tools/Supplies
2x4 1" (25 mm) longer than the width of the

conveyor
Support Straps
Anti-seize lubricant
Loctite
Figure 10
Idle Side Bearing
5. Perform the following steps on the drive side

(Figure 11):
To replace the discharge bearings:
A. Remove the drive motor. Refer to Motor

Replacement earlier in this section for
instructions.

B. Remove the four mounting bolts and motor

support plate.

switch.
C. Loosen the setscrews on the bearing lock collar.
Discharge
3. Support the shaft.
D. Slide the lock collar and bearing off of the shaft.
A. Attach safety straps to the shaft.

B. Hold a 2x4 that is about 1" (25 mm) longer than
the width of the conveyor and loop the safety
straps around the ends until it is stable and holds
the shaft in place.

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3. Support the shaft.

A. Attach safety straps to the shaft.
Setscrew and
lock collar
B. Hold a 2x4 that is about 1" (25 mm) longer than

the width of the conveyor and loop the safety
straps around the ends until it is stable and holds
the shaft in place.
Note
There are many different ways to support the
shaft.
4. Remove the cover over the bearings.
5. Loosen the setscrews and remove the lock collar.
6. Remove the four bolts from the tensioning device.
Figure 11
Drive Side Bearing
6. Apply anti-seize lubricant to the ends of the roller

shaft.
7. Install new bearings and insert the four bolts back in,
tighten the screws on the bearing lock collars.
8. On the drive side, install the drive motor. For instructions, refer to Motor Replacement earlier in the
manual.
9. On the idle side, insert and tighten the bolts.
10. Remove the support device from the roller.
11. Restore power to the conveyor.
7. Remove the entire device from the frame.

8. Remove the bearing from its housing by turning it
90.
9. Apply anti-seize lubricant to the ends of the roller
shaft.
10. Install the new bearings and slide the housing back
onto the shaft.
11. Replace the four bolts and lock collar and tighten the
bolts and setscrews. Remove the support device from
the roller.
12. Restore power to the conveyor.
BELTS
Infeed
Tools/Supplies
2x4 1" (25 mm) longer than the width of the

conveyor
Support Straps
Anti-seize lubricant
Loctite
Fabric Belts
To replace the infeed bearings:

switch.
10
Figure 12
Fabric Belt Conveyor

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Replacement
Prior to replacing a belt, verify that the belt has been cut
straight, and square the terminal and return rollers. After
the belt is installed, check for belt waver and adjust belt
tracking.
the position of the tail shaft (Figure 13).

Tools/Supplies
Measuring tape
Tools/Supplies
String
Measuring tape
To replace a fabric belt:

1. Lay the belt out on a clean, flat surface.
Tail shaft
Forward
(loosens belt)
Lock nut
Rearward
(tightens belt)
Adjuster
Infeed end
of belt
conveyor
2. Stretch a string along one side of the belt with the

string touching the corners of the belt.
3. Check for any offset between the string and the side
of the belt.
4. Square both terminal rollers and all return rollers.
Note
Out of square rollers can greatly influence
tracking and tracking adjustment. When
installing a new belt, always start with squared
terminal and return rollers.
5. Place the belt face down on the return rollers.
6. Bring the ends of the belt up and around the terminal
rollers.
7. Mesh the splice together.
Note
On an endless belt, the belt has already been
spliced and is installed by sliding it over the
terminal rollers.
8. Check for belt clearance around adjacent equipment.
10. Observe the belt to see whether it tracks to one side.
If the belt tracks to one side, tracking adjustment is
required.(Refer to Fabric Belts/Belt Tracking later
in this section)
Figure 13
Tail Shaft Adjuster
Monitor belt stretching by observing the catenary or sag

in the belt return. This sag is required to maintain correct
belt tension on the drive shaft sprockets.
The normal amount of sag is between 3" (76.2 mm) and
6" (152 mm) from a straight line between the two belt
support points. Adjust the belt if the sag is observed to be
greater than 6" (152 mm), or if the return belt is rubbing
on crumb pans.
To adjust the belt tension:
1. Loosen the tail shaft adjuster lock nuts on both sides
of the tail shaft.
2. Turn the tail shaft adjusters until the catenary is
between 3" (76.2 mm) and 6" (152 mm).
A. To tighten the belt, turn the tail shaft adjusters
clockwise (when viewed from the infeed end of
the belt conveyor) moving the tail shaft rearward.
B. To loosen the belt, turn the tail shaft adjusters
counterclockwise (when viewed from the infeed
end of the belt conveyor) moving the tail shaft
forward.
Tension
Periodic belt tensioning is required due to normal belt
stretching. Small adjustments may be made by adjusting

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Important
Important
Always adjust both tail shaft adjusters in small

increments. The tail shaft must remain perpendicular to the belt.
Be ready to turn the conveyor off quickly if the

belt begins to travel off of the side of the rollers
and is in danger of contacting metal surfaces.
3. Tighten the tail shaft adjuster lock nuts.

If the sag can not be reduced enough by moving the tail
shaft, it may be necessary to shorten the belt length.
Refer to the manufacturers literature for belt shortening
instructions. When shortening the belt, adjust the tail
shaft position fully forward to accommodate future small
belt tension adjustments.
Important
If the belt tracks to one side, tighten the belt on the side it
is moving toward. For the discharge (drive) roller,
advance the bearing in the direction of belt travel. For the
infeed (tail) roller, advance the bearing in the direction of
return belt travel. The belt tends to move toward the loose
side and the bearings on that side must advance to
increase the tension, returning the belt to center. Continue
observing and making incremental adjustments until the
belt is properly centered on both rollers.
Important
Never tension the belt so tight as to remove the

catenary sag, unless the conveyor has been
designed for that condition.
Note
Frequent belt length adjustment may be a sign
of hinge rod wear. Inspect the hinge rods and
replace, if needed.
Use caution when belt adjustments are made to

the terminal rollers to prevent damage to the
belt.
If, after adjusting the terminal rollers, the belt continues
to track to one side, additional tracking adjustment may
be made by adjusting the return rollers out of square.
Important
Important
Always replace the hinge rods with the same
material as the original rods, unless you intentionally plan to change to a different material.
Periodically, the entire belt may need replaced. Refer to
Fabric/Replacement earlier in this manual.
Use caution when adjustments are made to the

return rollers to prevent damage to the belt.
3. Adjust the angle of the return rollers as shown in
Figure 14.
Infeed
end
Product flow
Discharge
end
Belt creep
Important
Always replace the belt with the same material
as the original belt, unless you intentionally
plan to change to a different material.
Belt Tracking
Tools/Supplies
To adjust belt tracking:

1. Turn the conveyor on and quickly off again.
2. If the belt appears to track straight, turn the conveyor
on again.
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Adjust in small
increments
toward
discharge end
Figure 14
Adjust in small
increments
toward infeed
end
Adjustment of Return Rollers to Correct for

Belt Side Travel
Side guide rollers on the return pass, found mostly on

wire belts, are used to prevent excessive side travel of the
belt. They should be set so that the belt does not touch
them during ordinary operation.

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A certain degree of natural waver is present in every fiber

and wire belt, which causes them to weave slightly from
side to side, but overall travel is straight. Belt side travel
is a condition where the belt consistently moves toward
one side.
To distinguish the difference between belt waver and belt
side travel:
1. Mark a reference point on the belt edge and another
on one of the rollers.
2. Turn on the belt conveyor.
3. As the belt completes one revolution, observe the
relationship between the two marks.
A. The two points will coincide after one complete
belt revolution if there is no side travel.
Plastic and Polyurethane Belts
Replacement
CAUTION
Two people are required to safely perform this
procedure.
Tools/Supplies
Clamp
Wood board
Plastic pin
To replace a belt:
1. Remove all the guards and covers.
2. Securely hold the two sides of the belt that the pin is
going to be removed from.
3. The removal procedure for hinge pins differ per belt
design. Refer to Figure 16 and Figure 17 for
examples.
Figure 15
Figure 16
Locking TabSlide the Tab to the Right on Both

Sides using a Screwdriver to Remove a Section
of the Belt
Figure 17
Smart Fit RodsPry the Head of the Pin out

using a Screwdriver
Plastic Belt Conveyor

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4. Pull the plastic pin out through the round hole.

5. Allow the discharge end of the belt to fall to the
ground.
6. While someone is holding onto the belt, slowly take
if off the frame.
7. Roll the old belt up and discard.
8. Place the new belt on clean cardboard at the infeed
end.
9. Have one person pull it through the bottom, with the
right side facing down.
10. Have another person unroll it so the belt doesn't get
scratched.
11. As you feed it through, connect the pieces of the belt
with the plastic pins.
12. Secure the infeed end of the belt to the frame using a
clamp (Figure 18).
Figure 18
Clamping the Belt to the Frame
13. When it is fed all the way through the frame, bring
the end toward the clamp.
14. Lift the discharge end of the belt and lay a piece of
wood across the frame (Figure 19).
Figure 20
Shortening the Belt
16. Remove the excess sections of the belt.

17. Remove the clamp while holding on to both sides of
the belt.
18. Insert a plastic pin into the round hole (Figure 21).
Figure 21
Inserting the Pin
19. Using a screwdriver, slide the locking tab back to the

left until it clicks (Figure 22). Perform this on both
sides.
Figure 22
Locking Tab
20. Slide the wood board out from under the belt.
Figure 19
Wood Laid Across the Frame
15. Pull the discharge end of the belt towards the infeed
end until the excess slack is removed (Figure 20).
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Note
There are many other types of locking systems,
the locking tab and smart fit are just two of the
main types.

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Tension
To adjust the belt tension:
Periodic belt tensioning is required due to normal belt

stretching. Small adjustments may be made by adjusting
the position of the tail shaft (Figure 23).
1. Loosen the tail shaft adjuster lock nuts on both sides

of the tail shaft.
Tail shaft
Forward
(loosens belt)
Lock nut
Rearward
(tightens belt)
Adjuster
Infeed end
of belt
conveyor
Figure 23
Tail Shaft Adjuster
Monitor belt stretching by observing the catenary or sag

in the belt return. This sag is required to maintain correct
belt tension on the drive shaft sprockets (Figure 24).
2. Turn the tail shaft adjusters until the catenary is

between 3" (76.2 mm) and 6" (152 mm).
A. To tighten the belt, turn the tail shaft adjusters
clockwise (when viewed from the infeed end of
the belt conveyor) moving the tail shaft rearward.
B. To loosen the belt, turn the tail shaft adjusters
counterclockwise (when viewed from the infeed
end of the belt conveyor) moving the tail shaft
forward.
Important
Always adjust both tail shaft adjusters in small
increments. The tail shaft must remain perpendicular to the belt.
3. Tighten the tail shaft adjuster lock nuts.
If the sag can not be reduced enough by moving the tail
shaft, it may be necessary to shorten the belt length.
Refer to the manufacturers literature for belt shortening
instructions. When shortening the belt, adjust the tail
shaft position fully forward to accommodate future small
belt tension adjustments.
Catenary (sag)
Important
Never tension the belt so tight as to remove the
catenary sag, unless the conveyor has been
designed for that condition.
Note
Support points
Figure 24
Return Belt Catenary
The normal amount of sag is between 3" (76.2 mm) and

6" (152 mm) from a straight line between the two belt
support points. Adjust the belt if the sag is observed to be
greater than 6" (152 mm), or if the return belt is rubbing
on crumb pans.
Tools/Supplies
Tape measure

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Frequent belt length adjustment may be a sign

of hinge rod wear. Inspect the hinge rods and
replace, if needed.
Important
Always replace the hinge rods with the same
material as the original rods, unless you intentionally plan to change to a different material.
Periodically, the entire belt may have to be replaced.
Refer to the manufacturers literature for belt replacement instructions.
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Important
Always replace the belt with the same material
as the original belt, unless you intentionally
plan to change to a different material.
Shaft Bearings
Tools/Supplies
Clean shop cloth
Rubber hammer
To adjust or replace the bearings:

1. Coat the shaft with a small amount of food-grade
grease.
2. Locate the bearing in its operating position.
3. Tap the shaft lightly with a rubber hammer or piece
of wood to assure proper alignment of the bearing in
the housing. Rotating the shaft will reveal any
misalignment.
4. Set the bearing mounting screws.
System sanitation
OVERALL SYSTEM SANITATION
Important
Perform this procedure every 6-8 hours.
Tools/Supplies
Clean, lint-free cloth
Vinegar
Sponge
Important
Before using a cleaning solution, read the
Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) to be sure
it is appropriate for the materials to be cleaned
and approved for use in food processing.
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To clean the belt conveyor:

1. Bypass product flow to the belt conveyor and wait for
all product to clear the equipment.
2. Turn off and lock out power to the belt conveyor.
3. Remove all covers and guards.
4. Using a washdown hose, thoroughly clean the
discharge and infeed areas, inside and outside
surfaces of the belt.
NON-METALLIC COMPONENTS
Some Key Technology conveyors have wear components
incorporating polymers as follows:
Belts of polyester, polyurethane or PVC
Infeed and discharge rollers lagged with polyurethane
Most of the chemicals used for equipment cleaning and

sanitizing also eventually degrade the properties of polymers and may reduce the useful life of belts and roller
lagging. The effect on polyurethane of chemicals
containing chlorine is particularly severe.
Maintaining equipment in proper sanitary condition is
always the first priority in a food plant but there are some
measures that can be taken to maximize conveyor belt
and roller lagging life:
1. Advise your sanitation chemical supplier about the
presence of the above polymers, as appropriate, when
getting
material,
mixing
and
application
recommendations.
2. Before applying chemicals, remove as much soil as
possible with clear water. Use water at the temperature specified by your sanitation and plant safety
departments, but not exceeding 140F (60C).
3. Ensure that sanitation chemicals are not mixed to
concentrations higher than what the chemical
supplier and your sanitation department require.
4. Do not leave cleaning and sanitizing chemicals on
belts and rollers longer than the required time. Rinse
thoroughly with clear water at the end of that time.
5. Do not allow strong acids such as hydrochloric, nitric
or sulfuric to come in contact with belts or roller
lagging.
6. Do not apply solvents such as benzene, gasoline,
MEK, trichloroethylene or turpentine to belts or
roller lagging. Use a soap solution and a soft scrub
brush to remove greasy stains.

Revision C
Troubleshooting Guide
Table B
Symptom(s)
Belt not tracking properly
Possible Cause
Recommended Action
Material buildup on under-side of belt

preventing sprocket tooth engagement.
Clean/remove buildup.
A flight may have hit a side rail or return shoe, shifting belt sideways on
sprockets.
Realign belt on sprockets confirming

sprockets are in proper position.
Belt mis-spliced.
Line up flush edges of belting.
Excessive wear on wear

strips and belt guides
Excessive buildup on belt that may

be abrasive on wear strips and belt
guides.
Use wear strip material that is harder

than belting. Clean frequently and employ in-place spray wash, if possible.
Replace worn components.
Excessive wear on belt
Excessive buildup on wear strips and

guides that may be abrasive on belt.
Wear strip and guides should not be

soft enough for abrasive particles to
become imbedded. Clean frequently
and employ in-place spray wash, if
possible.
Excessive wear on hinge

rods
Abrasive material is getting into

hinge.
Clean belt more frequently. Employ inplace spray wash, if possible. Replace
hinge rods with harder, abrasion resistant material.
Excessive sprocket wear
Abrasive buildup on under side of

belt.
Clean belt more frequently. Employ inplace spray wash, if possible. Replace
sprockets with abrasion resistant materials.
Excessive catenary sag
Elongation of belt during break-in period.
This is normal and varies per application. Monitor closely to avoid catching.
Adjust belt length as necessary.
Elongation due to heavy start-up

loads.
Reduce loading at start-up, if possible.
Belt or flights squeezed between stationary side rails.
Reposition side rails to provide clearance.
Shaft bearing failure.
Replace bearing.
Low oil level in reducer.
Service the reducer.
Missing or needed center support.
Repair or consult Key Technology Service.
Belt width expansion due to very

warm product and worn hinges.
Replace every fourth or fifth hinge rod

with stainless steel. Replace belt.
Drive components temperature exceeds normal

(reducer, motor)
Excessive lateral sag

(width)

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Phone: +1 509 529-2161 Parts/Service Fax: +1 509 522-3386
For all other locations, visit our website at www.key.net
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