Owner manual

Revised May 19, 2014
DRIVE ASSEMBLY
GEARMOTOR - Inspect motor at regular intervals. Keep motor clean and the ventilation
openings clear of dust or other debris. See attached Nord Gear manuals for specific
information.
BEARINGS
LUBRICATION - If conditions are clean, lubricate every 2 to 6 months. If dirty, lubricate every
2 weeks or on a schedule consistent with other equipment in the same environment. Lubricate
with a lithium based grease conforming to NLGI Grade 2.
GENERAL - Periodically check hex head set screws and bearing bolts for tightness, tighten if
loose.
SELF-CLEANING BELT
BELT - Periodically inspect for signs of wear and the vulcanized bond of the cleats. If belt
replacement instructions are needed, contact factory.
FASTENERS - Periodically check for wear, especially on the underside. If fastener
replacement instructions are needed, contact factory.
TRACKING - If belt needs to be retracked, refer to belt tracking section below.
ZERO SPEED SWITCH (Optional)
Periodic inspection of the shaft seal is recommended. Bearings of the permanently lubricated
type.
PULLEY/SHAFT ASSEMBLIES
All crown curved pulley compression hubs are properly tightened to the manufacturers’
recommended torque at the factory. Shortly after initial start-up, the hub bolts should be
retightened to the following torques:
Shaft Diameter Torque
1 15/16” 180 in. lbs.
2 3/16” 180 in. lbs.
2 7/16” 180 in. lbs.
2 15/16” 360 in. lbs
Check every 2 to 6 months and retighten as needed.
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