Belt Conveyor Moducon series Installation Operation Maintenance Troubleshooting Instant Access Parts and Service (800) 458-1960 (814) 437-6861 www.conairnet.com The Conair Group, Inc.
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INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1 Purpose of the User Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 How the Guide is Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 Your Responsibility as a User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 ATTENTION: Read this so no one gets hurt . . . . . . . . . . .1-3 TABLE OF CONTENTS DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-1 What is the Belt Conveyor? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION ● Purpose of the User Guide . . . .1-2 ● How the User Guide is organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 ● Your Responsibilities as a User . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-2 ● ATTENTION: Read this so no one gets hurt . . . . . . . . . . .
PURPOSE OF THE USER GUIDE This User Guide describes the Conair Moducon Series Belt Conveyors and explains step-by-step how to install, operate, maintain and repair this equipment. HOW THE USER GUIDE IS ORGANIZED Symbols have been used to help organize the User Guide and call your attention to important information regarding safe installation and operation.
We design equipment with the user’s safety in mind. You can avoid the potential hazards identified on this machine by following the procedures outlined below and elsewhere in the User Guide. ATTENTION: READ THIS SO NO ONE GETS HURT WARNING: Improper installation, operation, or servicing may result in equipment damage or personal injury.
DESCRIPTION ● What is the belt conveyor? . . . .2-2 ● Typical applications . . . . . . . . . .2-2 ● Conveyor features . . . . . . . . . . .2-3 ● Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2-4 ● Conveyor options . . . . . . . . . . . .
WHAT IS THE BELT CONVEYOR? The Moducon Belt Conveyor is a lightweight, mobile conveyor that can be rolled into place and used to move parts or materials to or from your process. Because of its modular construction, the conveyor can be built in virtually any shape, length and width to fit your application. Standard belt design is durable modular link polypropylene. The patented design compensates for belt stretch that causes slack, a common problem in other conveyor designs.
Modular construction allows the Moducon series conveyors to be configured for almost any application. Conveyor types are: ● Flat ● Fixed angle (30°, 45°, and 60°) ● Adjustable angle (0° to 45°), shown below ● Stepped ● 90° radius bend BELT CONVEYOR FEATURES Variable speed control Allows you to operate at variable speeds or indexing to time the belt conveyor with other auxiliary equipment. Belt Choose from the standard modular link design or optional open or side-flexing designs.
SPECIFICATIONS STEPPED CONVEYOR FLAT CONVEYOR Aluminum support frame Plastic side panel Aluminum support frame Plastic belt Plastic side panel Overall width Belt width Height above belt Overall width Belt width Height above belt Belt length Floor to belt height Height below belt Floor to belt height Height below belt Conveyor length Conveyor length Support frame length ADJUSTABLE ANGLE CONVEYOR FIXED ANGLE CONVEYOR Aluminum support frame Aluminum support frame Plastic side panel Overall
Available options include: ● Belt types Open belt - This belt has a 1-inch pitch with an open design that allows faster parts cooling. You can increase the cooling rate with optional fans mounted beneath the belt. Belt widths start at 3 inches (76 mm) and increase in 3-inch increments to 36 inches (914 mm). All belt designs can be fitted with 1-, 2or 3-inch flights. The open belt is available in polypropylene, polyamide (nylon) and acetal. Choose color: blue, gray, red, black or white.
INSTALLATION ● Unpacking the boxes . . . . . . . . .3-2 ● Cautions and warnings . . . . . . .3-2 ● Preparing for Installation . . . . . .3-3 ● Positioning the Conveyor . . . . .3-4 ● Setting the Height . . . . . . . . . . .3-4 ● Connecting the Conveyor . . . . .3-5 ● Adjusting the Conveyor . . . . . . .
UNPACKING THE BOXES The Moducon Belt Conveyor is shipped already assembled. 1 Carefully unpack the conveyor and its 2 Remove all packing material, protective paper, 3 Carefully inspect all components to make sure 4 Record serial numbers and specifications components. tape, and plastic. Compare contents to the shipping papers to ensure that you have all the parts. no damage occurred during shipping. If any damage is found, notify the shipping agent immediately.
Plan the location. Make sure the area where the belt conveyor is installed has the following: ● A grounded power source. The belt conveyor requires single phase, 100-115V, 50/60 Hz. All wiring should be completed by qualified electrical technicians and should comply with your region’s electrical codes. PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION ● Clearance for safe operation and maintenance. Make sure there is enough clearance around the conveyor for safe operation, maintenance and servicing.
POSITIONING THE CONVEYOR Place the conveyor where it is needed, then verify that the conveyor is level. If the conveyor is not level, adjust the leveling devices on the legs. If your conveyor has the optional casters, lock the casters in position. Leg frame Leveling device SETTING THE HEIGHT Measure from the floor to the top of the conveyor belt. Adjust the height of the belt by loosening the bolts on the legs and sliding the conveyor up or down.
WARNING: Disconnect power sources to prevent injury from unexpected energization or startup. CONNECTING MAIN POWER This product has a moving belt. To prevent possible injury from unexpected startup, always disconnect and lockout the main power source before performing maintenance or troubleshooting procedures on this product. WARNING: Improper installation, operation, or servicing may result in equipment damage or personal injury.
ADJUSTING THE CONVEYOR To adjust the speed of the conveyor belt: 1 Turn the speed control dial to Low. 2 Slide the control button to the Run position. 3 Adjust the speed of the belt by turning the dial If the speed is not set on Low, turn the dial counterclockwise as far as possible to the Low position. The belt should not be moving. The conveyor belt begins to move. clockwise until the belt is moving at the speed you want. Dial Turn clockwise to increase belt speed.
OPERATION ● Control features . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2 ● Before starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2 ● Starting the belt conveyor . . . . .4-3 ● Stopping the belt conveyor . . . .4-3 ● Emergency stopping . . . . . . . . .
CONTROL FEATURES The belt conveyor control allows you to start, stop and control the speed of the belt. Lights indicate when power is being supplied to the unit and when an alarm condition exists. Indicator lights display power on and alarm conditions. Dial Turn clockwise to increase belt speed. Turn counterclockwise to slow belt speed. Control button Slide left to Run position to start belt movement. Slide right to Standby to stop the belt.
To stop the conveyor during operation: 1 Slide the control button to the Standby position. STOPPING THE CONVEYOR IMPORTANT: The Standby position is not a Power OFF switch. When you want to stop the conveyor motor for a long time, disconnect the conveyor from the main power source. To stop the conveyor for maintenance or repair: 1 Slide the control button to the Standby position. 2 Disconnect the unit from the power source. Remove the power plug from the electrical outlet.
MAINTENANCE ● Preventive Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3 ● Checking Electrical Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The Belt Conveyor Moducon series models need regular, scheduled maintenance for peak performance. Use the maintenance schedule on the following page as a guide. You may need to shorten the time of the maintenance schedule, depending on how often you use the conveyor. Follow all safety procedures when working on the equipment. WARNING: Improper installation, operation, or servicing may result in equipment damage or personal injury.
To maintain the best performance, follow this maintenance schedule. ● Daily, or as needed ❒ Inspect leveling feet or casters. Verify that conveyor is level. Adjust leveling feet as needed. If the conveyor has optional casters, verify that they are properly locked in position before operation. PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ● Monthly, or as needed ❒ Inspect the conveyor belt. Check the belt links, pins and flights for wear, cracks or fractures. Replace sections as needed.
CHECKING ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING: Disconnect power sources to prevent injury from unexpected energization or startup. To prevent possible injury from unexpected startup, always disconnect and lock out the main power source before performing maintenance or troubleshooting on this product. WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard This device must be properly grounded. Improper grounding can result in severe personal injury and erratic machine operation.
TROUBLESHOOTING ● Before Beginning . . . . . . . . . . . .6-2 ● A Few Words of Caution . . . . . .6-2 ● Identifying the Cause of a Problem . . . . . . . . .6-3 ● Answering an Alarm . . . . . . . . .6-3 ● The Conveyor Does Not Move . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-4 ● Movement is Wrong . . . . . . . . . .
BEFORE BEGINNING You can avoid most problems by following the recommended installation, operation and maintenance procedures outlined in this User Guide. If a problem should occur: ❒ Find any wiring, parts, and assembly diagrams that were shipped with your equipment. These are the best reference for correcting a problem. The diagrams will note any custom features or options not covered in this User Guide.
The Troubleshooting section covers problems directly related to the operation and maintenance of the belt conveyor. This section does not provide solutions to problems that originate with other equipment. Additional troubleshooting help can be found in manuals supplied with the other equipment. IDENTIFYING THE CAUSE OF A PROBLEM The following alarm conditions will stop the belt conveyor automatically: ● The load on the belt exceeds the rated torque applied to the motor for more than 5 seconds.
THE CONVEYOR DOES NOT MOVE For additional information on problems that may have been caused by the speed control unit, see APPENDIX B: AXU SERIES CONTROL. Symptom Possible cause Solution The conveyor does not move. Electrical connections are not correct. Check that: ❒ The conveyor is plugged into a power source. ❒ The main power source is on. ❒ The interface cables are connected. ❒ The fuses are good. ❒ The power to the conveyor is on. The control button is in the Standby position.
For additional information on problems that may have been caused by the speed control unit, see APPENDIX B: AXU SERIES CONTROL. BELT MOTOR MOVEMENT IS WRONG Symptom Possible cause Solution The motor turns in the wrong direction. The clockwise input and the counterclockwise input are incorrect or electrical connection is wrong. Set the inputs to the correct positions: when CW input is at level L the motor shaft rotates clockwise; when the CCW input is at level L it rotates counterclockwise.
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EQUIPMENT GUARANTEE Conair guarantees the machinery and equipment on this order, for a period as defined in the quotation from date of shipment, against defects in material and workmanship under the normal use and service for which it was recommended (except for parts that are typically replaced after normal usage, such as filters, liner plates, etc.). Conair’s guarantee is limited to repairing or replacing, at our option, the part or parts determined by us to be defective after examination.
