140 Flat Power Turn
140 Flat Power Turn
140 Flat Power Turn
Model TS1500/140
Aluminum Frame Power Turn
Transnorm System Inc. 2810 Ave E East.
Arlington, TX 76011 USA
Telephone: 1-800-331-1749 / 972-606-0303 Fax: 972-606-0768
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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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SECTION I
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Transnorm TS1500/140 power turn features are:
This manual only refers to the TS1500/140 power turn. The general design is the same for
all angles and widths. All descriptions in this manual are prepared for use by professional
service and maintenance personnel.
Notice!
Pay attention to technical information.
Attention!
Follow the instructions exactly to prevent damage during installation and operation.
Caution!
Follow the instructions exactly to prevent injury of personnel.
Intended Use
The power turn is made for transportation of material or packages within a conveying
system. Transportation of persons, which include but are not limited to climbing, sitting,
walking, or riding, on the power turn at any time is strictly prohibited.
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Operation, Installation, Service and Maintenance
To prevent damage to the power turn and to assure the safety of the maintenance
personnel; the operation, installation, service and maintenance of the power turn must only
be performed by properly trained personnel, in accordance with this manual, the technical
specifications of the power turn, the documentation of the system and the following
requirements:
ASME B20.1-1996
OSHA standards 29CFR part 1910
Any applicable local or national codes
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
Caution!
There are covers and finger guards mounted on the power turn, which should only be
removed for installation, service and maintenance. Operation of the power turn without the
provided covers and guards will increase the risk of an accident. All covers and guards
must be replaced before operating the power turn. If operating the power turn without the
provided covers and guards, proper barriers and signage around the work area must be in
place to protect against access by unauthorized personnel.
Operating Conditions
The power turn may only be operated in a fixed, mounted state and is designed for use
within a non-corrosive atmosphere. The operating environment is as follows:
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SECTION II
STORAGE & INSTALLATION
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Storage
The TS1500/140 power turn will be delivered on site completely assembled (including the
drives and side guards) unless otherwise directed by the customer.
Shaft mounted gearmotors are not shipped mounted to the power turn and will require
installation. See Section VIII – Drive Package Installation.
All required floor supports are generally secured on the bottom of the shipping crate, under
the power turn. Store all units within the shipping crate until the unit is to be installed.
Avoid stacking the crated units during storage. If the power turn is to be removed from the
shipping crate before being installed, store the unit on a level floor or level the unit using
wood blocks to prevent damage. Protect all units during storage and installation from UV
light, humidity, condensation, excessive heat, excessive cold and environments that could
contaminate the unit (especially the belt and pulleys) with foreign elements.
1. Place the crated unit in an area clear of clutter with an ample workspace for setting up
the power turn. If provided and accessible, remove the floor supports from the crate.
The support height has been preset and should not require any adjustment. If needed,
the supports can be adjusted using the following formula: Required top of belt height
minus 266.7mm [10.5“] = adjusted support height. (See illustration 2-1) For units
requiring ceiling support hangers, see Installation with Ceiling Hung Supports.
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Top of Belt
266.7mm [10.5"]
(Frame Depth + 1" Gap)
Required Top
of Belt
Adjusted
Support
Height
Illustration 2-1
2. Remove all hold-downs and lift the unit from the crate using a forklift, crane or other
means, being careful not to damage the power turn. Attach the supports at the
locations as shown in illustration 2-2, using the provided hardware.
184mm [7.25"]
57mm [2.25"]
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3. Properly position the power turn within the conveyor system and verify that the top of
belt height provides a level transition or a downward cascade transition from the
upstream conveyor and to the downstream conveyor. The top of belt height should also
be level across the width and length of the power turn. Make any adjustments as
needed.
4. The curve should be centered between feeding and takeaway conveyor. If Transnorm
System provides sideguards, we typically will allow 6.35mm(.25”) gap between outside
radius bearing housing and adjoining conveyor frame to allow tightening and adjusting
of the belt. This is accomplished by extending the sideguard 22.2mm(.88”) (at OR and
IR) beyond the top face of the OR bearing housing. This normally results in a
22.2mm(.88”) gap between the belt on the curve and the frame on the adjoining
conveyor. The gap between pulleys can be less than this if the pulley on the adjoining
conveyor can extend beyond the conveyor frame. (See Illustration 2-3 and 2-4)
2 2 .2 m m [1 .8 8 "]
Illustration 2-3
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1 2 . 7 m m [ . 5 0 "]
T ra n s n o rm C o n n e c t in g
P o w e r T u rn P o w e r T u rn
4 4 . 5 m m [ 1 . 7 5 "] T O A L L O W F O R
6 . 3 5 m m [ . 2 5 "] A D J U S T M E N T
O N E AC H C U R VE .
2 2 . 2 m m [ . 8 8 "]
Illustration 2-4
5. Re-position the power turn as required and re-verify the top of belt height. Make any
adjustments as needed. Attach the end flanges on the power turn side guard
assemblies to the connecting conveyor side guard end flanges and then secure the floor
support mount feet to the floor. All required installation hardware is to be provided by
the installer.
6. To complete the installation of the power turn, all required system controls and electrical
power would need to be installed. Only properly trained and certified electricians should
perform this function in accordance to all applicable local and national standards.
1. Install the 3/4" all-thread rods (supplied by the customer) to provide support locations as
shown in illustration 2-2.
NOTE: To assure room for maintenance work, the all-thread rods should be hung to
allow a 4” clearance at all non-drive locations and a 10” clearance at the drive
location.
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2. Thread (1) 3/4" jam nut onto each of the all-thread rods until it is above the approximate
location of where the bottom edge of the power turn frame will be. The nuts should be
positioned to avoid any interference with installation of the power turn.
3. Place the crated unit in an area clear of clutter with an ample workspace for setting up
the power turn. Remove all hold-downs and lift the power turn to an appropriate
working height. Install and secure the provided support mounting brackets in the
locations as shown in illustration 2-2. Refer to illustration 2-5 to confirm proper
orientation of the support mounting brackets.
4. Install the support tubes at each location using the 5/16” U-bolts around the pipe and up
through the pre-drilled holes in the support mounting bracket with the appropriate
hardware. (See illustration 2-5) Measure from the bottom edge of the power turn frame
to the end of the tube allowing 6” for non-drive locations and 12” at the drive. Tighten
the U-bolt hardware, securing the power turn to the pipe supports.
5. While lifting the power turn, insert the all-thread rods into the pre-drilled holes in the
support pipes and position the power turn within the conveyor system. Verify that the
top of belt height provides a level transition or a downward cascade transition from the
upstream conveyor and to the downstream conveyor. The top of belt height should also
be level across the width and length of the power turn. Make any adjustments as
needed.
6. The curve should be centered between feeding and takeaway conveyor. If Transnorm System
provides sideguards, we typically will allow 6.35mm(.25”) gap between outside radius bearing
housing and adjoining conveyor frame to allow tightening and adjusting of the belt. This is
accomplished by extending the sideguard 22.2mm(.88”) (at OR and IR) beyond the top face of
the OR bearing housing. This normally results in a 22.2mm(.88”) gap between the belt on the
curve and the frame on the adjoining conveyor. The gap between pulleys can be less than this if
the pulley on the adjoining conveyor can extend beyond the conveyor frame. (See Illustration 2-
3 and 2-4)
7. Thread (1) 3/4" jam nut onto each of the all-thread rods and tighten the nuts against the
support pipe. Add an additional jam nut to each of the all-thread rods and tighten until
the jam nuts lock against each other. Tighten the previously installed jam nuts (above
the pipe) down until they lock firmly against the pipe.
8. Re-check the elevation and proper leveling of the power turn. Re-position the power
turn as required and re-verify the top of belt height. Make any adjustments as needed.
Attach the end flanges on the power turn side guard assemblies to the connecting
conveyor side guard end flanges. All required installation hardware for this step is to be
provided by the installer.
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9. To complete the installation of the power turn, all required system controls and electrical
power would need to be installed. Only properly trained and certified electricians should
perform this function in accordance to all applicable local and national standards.
Illustration 2-5
SECTION III
INITIAL START-UP
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning the initial start-up
of the power turn.
Caution!
The main disconnect switch of the system must be turned off and locked out according to
all applicable local and national standards.
1. Check the installation position: Check the top of belt heights between the
TS1500/140 power turn and the connecting conveyors. Verify that the power turn is
also level in the width and length directions.
2. Factory Belt Tension: Transnorm marks factory adjustment location with scribed lines
on outer bearing housings showing factory location of bearing.
(See Figure 3-1)
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Figure 3-1
Inner housings are marked for factory position on shaft of trommelager assembly.
(See Figure 3-2)
Figure 3-2
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3. Cleaning: The power turn must be free of dirt and/or debris. All foreign elements must
be removed (especially from the belt and pulleys).
4. Check the side guarding: The side guarding must be mounted so that the guards
cannot interfere with the running of the belt or the flow of material.
5. Check the drive motor assembly: To inspect the drive assembly, remove the drive
cover and check the condition of the drive components, verifying that everything is in
the correct position. Replace the drive cover. Locate the vent plug on the reducer and
insure that it is in an upward position.
Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed to complete steps 5 & 6. Extreme caution must
be taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
6. Start running the power turn: First, check the running direction of the belt by jogging
the motor. The direction of flow should always be towards the drive location as the
power turn pulls the belt. If the power turn pushes the belt, the flow direction is not
correct and 2 poles of the electrical connections at the motor must be reversed. Turn
off the power prior to changing any of the motor lead connections.
7. Check the running of the belt: The power turn should run smoothly and quietly
without noises and with a minimum of belt waving (bumps or ripples, not to exceed
10mm in height). Excessive waving is an indication of improper belt tracking and should
be adjusted according to Section IX – Belt Tracking.
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SECTION IV
OPERATIONAL TROUBLESHOOTING
The following troubleshooting chart refers to possible problems that may occur in
the operation of the Transnorm System Inc. power turn. If a problem exists
outside the scope of this troubleshooting guide, contact Transnorm System Inc.
customer service department for additional assistance.
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SECTION V
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
The following points of the maintenance plan have to be checked on regular intervals. The
listed intervals are for one-shift-operations under normal conditions as described within the
Operating Conditions of Section I – General Description.
Check inside radius and Every 6 months for the Replace as needed.
outside radius bearings first year, monthly after
for noise. that.
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SECTION VI
SIDE GUARD REMOVAL
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
In general, most power turn orders will have side guard assemblies along the inside radius
and the outside radius of the power turn assembly. The inside radius side guard is bolted
directly through the deck board along the inside radius. The outside radius side guard is
welded to the top shroud and the side guard assembly is then bolted to the top of the upper
belt bead holders. On some power turns, the outside radius side guard assembly may be
made in multiple pieces and will have splice angles between each of the sections.
Attached to the outside of the in-feed and discharge ends of the side guard assemblies are
flanges for connecting the power turn side guards to the connecting conveyor side guards.
Prior to any maintenance work such as changing the belt, the drive pulley, the tail pulley or
any of the belt bead holders, the side guard assemblies, the perforated guards and the
outer end guards will need to be removed first. After completion of the required
maintenance work, reinstall the side guard assemblies, the perforated guards and the outer
end guards onto the power turn.
Caution!
All power turns and related conveyor equipment must be properly supported individually.
DO NOT support any conveyor equipment using side guard connections only.
To complete the procedure within this section, the following tools will be required:
Wrenches - 13mm & 17mm
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Caution!
The use of (2) maintenance personnel should be considered for this procedure when the
angle of the power turn assembly exceeds 30 degrees.
1. Remove the hardware from the butt flanges at the in-feed and discharge ends of the
side guard assemblies.
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2. If the outside radius side guard is made in multiple sections, the hardware at each splice
will need to be removed using the 13mm wrench.
3. Remove the hardware from the outer end guards (LH and RH) and the outer perforated
guard using the 13mm wrench.
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4. Remove the hardware along the top shroud using the 13mm wrench. Next, remove the
hardware from the outside radius housing using the 17mm wrench. Once the
attachment hardware has been removed, take the outside radius side guard assembly
off the power turn.
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5. Remove the Phillips head screws at the top of the inner end guards (universal). Next
remove the hardware from the inner end guard and the inner perforated guard using the
13mm wrench.
6. Remove the hardware along the deck board of the inside radius side guard. Once all of
the attachment hardware has been removed, take the inside radius side guard
assembly off of the power turn.
7. Upon completion of the maintenance work, reinstall the side guard assemblies in the
reverse order in which they were removed. Verify that there is no interference with the
belt from the side guard assemblies after they have been installed. Make any
adjustments as required.
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SECTION VII
BELT BEAD HOLDER REPLACEMENT
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
For access to any of the upper and/or lower holders that need to be replaced, remove the
outside radius side guard assembly only according to the procedure within Section VI –
Side Guard Removal.
To complete the procedure within this section, the following tools will be required:
Allen Wrench - 6mm
1. Open the upper holder assembly by first rotating the locking clip on the backside of the
holder to an unlocked position. Pull the top half of the holder sideways releasing the
locking pin mounted in the bottom half of the holder and then rotate the top half of the
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holder towards the outside radius of the power turn, until the bearing clears the belt
beading.
2. Using the 6mm Allen wrench, loosen and remove the hardware securing the upper
holder assembly to the holder rail. Remove the upper holder assembly and install a
new upper holder assembly in the same location.
2. Upon completion of the maintenance work, reinstall the outer perforated guard, the
outside end guards and the outside radius side guard assembly in the reverse order in
which they were removed. Verify that there is no interference with the belt from the
outside radius side guard assembly after it has been installed. Make any adjustments
as required.
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SECTION VIII
DRIVE PACKAGE INSTALLATION
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Attention!
Verify that the vent plug on the reducer is placed on the top. Verify proper oil level for the
specific reducer placement.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
The TS1500/140 power turn utilizes the following standard drive packages:
1. If key stock is required, insert the key stock into the drive shaft keyway. If taper lock
bushings are required proceed to step 2.
2. Slide the drive package onto the drive shaft. If taper lock bushings are required, ensure
that they have been properly installed.
3. Bolt the torque arm bracket to the frame of the conveyor.
4. Secure the reducer to the shaft according to the style of the reducer.
Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed to complete step 5. Extreme caution must be
taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
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5. Test run the power turn to check for any problems.
Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed to complete step 9. Extreme caution must be
taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
Caution!
The main disconnect switch of the system must be turned off and locked out according to
all applicable local and national standards upon completion of step 9 and before continuing
with steps 10 and 11.
10. Recheck the power transmission components tension and the drive components
alignment.
11. Attach the drive guard to the unit using the appropriate mounting brackets and
hardware.
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Reducer
Contact Contact
Staight Edge Point #2 Point #3
Contact Contact
Point #1 Center Line of Chain / Belt Point #4
(power transmission components)
Gear / Sheave
Gear / Sheave (drive components)
(drive components)
Motor
NOTE: For proper drive component alignment, 4-point contact must be achieved.
(See Illustration 8-1)
Illustration 8-1
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Underslung Gearmotor
1. Place the gearmotor onto the mounting platform and using the appropriate hardware,
hand-tighten the unit into place.
2. Mount the back of the drive guard to the power turn using the appropriate mount
brackets and hardware.
3. Attach the drive components to the gearmotor shaft and to the drive pulley shaft leaving
clearance for the drive guard.
4. Place the power transmission components around the drive components. Adjust the
tension bolts on the mounting platform until proper tension is achieved.
5. Using a straight edge, check the drive components for proper alignment. Make any
adjustments as required. (See illustration 8-2)
6. Tighten the gearmotor mounting bolts. Recheck the power transmission components
tension and the drive components alignment.
Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed to complete step 7. Extreme caution must be
taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
Caution!
The main disconnect switch of the system must be turned off and locked out according to
all applicable local and national standards upon completion of step 7 and before continuing
with steps 8 and 9.
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Drive
Pulley Gearmotor
Gear / Sheave
(drive components)
Illustration 8-2
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SECTION IX
BELT TRACKING
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
When tracking the belt, keep the belt tension as loose as possible. This will guarantee the
longest life of the belt. The belt is designed to be fully adjusted when the pulley is flush
with the end of the frame. It may be necessary to slightly adjust the belt from this location.
1. Use the 19mm wrench to slightly loosen (do not remove) the hardware on the outside
radius tow bolt flange bearing of the drive and tail pulley assemblies. On the inner
bearing supports, use the 4mm Allen wrench and loosen the setscrew that secures the
trommellager bearing rod end.
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2. Using the 19mm wrench, tension the bearing adjustment bolts at the inside radius and
outside radius locations of the drive and tail pulleys so that the belt face at all four
corners is flush with the bottom cross member of the frame. Turning the tensioning bolt
to the left hand will move the holders to the outside (away from the frame) and will
tension the belt. Turning the tensioning bolt to the right hand will slacken the belt.
Refer to illustration 9-1, illustration 9-2 and the detailed adjustment instructions. Over
tensioning can be detected by the bulging of the beading. Illustration 9-1A shows how
over tensioning can cause the beading to deform and bulge out.
NOTE: Holes in outside radius aluminum castings that attach to two-bolt flange bearings
are slightly larger than bolts used. As such, be sure bearings are raised to maximum
position in these holes before tightened in place (see arrow in photo above).
Illustration 9-1A
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B D
A 1 3 4 2 C
Illustration 9-1
D Adjust in (loosen) 4. Be
sure C does not become to
tight.
ALTERNATIVE: Adjust in
(loosen) 2. Be sure C does
not become to loose.
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C
2
B
A 1 3
Illustration 9-2
ALTERNATIVE: Adjust in
(loosen) 1 and 2 equal amounts.
Be sure A and C don’t become
to loose.
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On large curves, adjusting out (tightening) either of the inside radius tensioning bolts (3 or
4) will cause the belt to stretch across the belt to the center of the outside radius (B).
On small curves, adjusting out (tightening) either of the inside radius tensioning bolts (3 or
4) will cause the belt to stretch diagonally across the curve to its opposite point on the
outside radius (A or C).
Exception for small curves, if the above procedures don’t work, try the following:
If A is tight, it is possible to adjust in (loosen) 4 to correct. Be sure C does not become too
tight.
If C is tight, it is possible to adjust in (loosen) 3 to correct. Be sure A does not become too
tight.
3. When Belt Tracking/Tensioning is complete and prior to tightening bolts to lock pulley in
place, ensure outside radius shroud has maximum clearance for smooth belt travel.
(See Figures 9-3 and 9-4)
Figure 9-3
NOTE: If 1/4”gap between face of belt and inside of outer housing cannot be achieved, it
might be necessary to rotate far outside corner of the cast aluminum housing itself further
past the outside radius of the frame to achieve proper clearance.
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Figure 9-4
Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed at this point of operation. Extreme caution must be
taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
Test run the power turn to check the belt tension and tracking. It has to run smooth and
without noises.
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SECTION X
LACED BELT REPLACEMENT
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
Prior to the use of the following procedure, any attached side guard assemblies, perforated
guards and outer endplates will need to be removed according to the procedure within
Section VI – Side Guard Removal.
To complete the procedure within this section, the following tools will be required:
Wrench 19mm
Allen Wrench - 4mm
Box Cutter Knife
Needle Nose Pliers
Sewing Awl
1. Rotate the belt until the belt lacing is on the deck board surface towards the tail pulley of
the power turn. This may required the power turn to be operated electrically.
Caution!
The main disconnect switch of the system must be turned off and locked out according to
all applicable local and national standards upon completion of step 1 and before continuing
with step 2 of this section.
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2. To release the belt tension and allow for bearing movement, use the 19mm wrench to
slightly loosen (do not remove) the hardware on the outside radius bearing of the drive
and tail pulley assemblies. Next, back off the locking nut and then the bearing
adjustment bolt using the 19mm wrench. On the inside radius tromellager assemblies,
use the 4mm Allen wrench to loosen the setscrew that locks the rod end shaft in place.
Next, back off the locking nut and then the bearing adjustment bolt using the 19mm
wrench.
3. At the point where the belt splice is located, open 4 of the top belt bead holders as
described within Section VI – Belt Bead Holder Replacement, Upper Holder Assembly.
This will provide adequate clearance for completing the next steps of this procedure.
4. Using the box cutter knife, cut the stitches located at the belt splice, separating the
beading from the belt material. Open any crimped lace hooks and remove the pin from
the belt lacing and separate the belt ends from each other. Lay the back half of the belt
back over itself, exposing the deck board below. Place the new belt with the backside of
the belt roll on the topside of the exposed deck board (this may require that the new belt
be rolled to allow for the same placement and orientation in relation to belt being
replaced).
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5. Mesh the old belt lace with the new belt lace and secure the two loose ends together
with the pin. While pulling the loose end of the old belt and feeding the new belt
towards the tail pulley of the power turn, you will be able to replace the old belt with the
new belt. Once the new belt has been pulled through the bottom side of the power turn
and back around to the upper side remove the old pin from the belt lace and separate
the old belt from the new belt. Discard the old belt and pin according to local, state or
national recycling procedures.
6. Mesh together the lacing from each loose end of the new belt and then use the new pin
(provided with each new belt assembly) to secure the lacing. Using the needle nose
pliers, crimp down the first lace hooks on each side of the pin.
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7. Using the 19mm wrench, tension the bearing adjustment bolts at the inside radius and
outside radius locations of the drive and tail pulleys so that the belt face at all four
corners is flush with the bottom cross member of the frame. This should provide the
proper tension across the belt splice and lacing.
Caution!
When applying super glue, keep contact with exposed skin to a minimal. Do not allow any
contaminated skin surface to adhere to any other surfaces. Upon completion of the use of
the super glue, all contaminated skin surfaces will need to be properly cleaned.
Attention!
The use of super glue is for the purpose of holding the backside of the belt bead in place
during the sewing operation of this procedure.
Caution!
Great care must be taken when using the awl to sew the belt bead stitching. The point of
the awl is very sharp and will cause injury if not being properly used.
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Notice!
The direction of belt flow is always towards the motor as the belt is pulled by the drive
rather then being pushed. There are occasions where the drive does push the belt, so it is
important to make a proper determination of belt flow before proceeding with this step of
the procedure.
8. Cut the beading 4” long from the leading edge of the belt (see figure#1). Mark and cut
the trailing belt beading to mate flush with the end of the leading belt beading (see
figure#2). DO NOT CUT BELT. Apply a sufficient amount of super glue to the belt and
beading along the 4” cut length of the leading belt beading and any loose section of the
trailing belt beading (see figure#3 & 4. Note that the glue is only required to hold the
beading in place so to ease the process of sewing). Slip the leading belt beading onto
the outer belt edge of the trailing belt and mate with the end of the trailing belt beading
and clamp down (see figure#5). Allow proper cure time for the adhesive to dry. Using
the supplied hand awl, sew (2 rows) the beading to the belt along the length of the
spliced section of beading and across the joint. Figures number six thru eleven show
the sewing process. Refer to illustration 10-1.
Figure#1 Figure#2
Figure#3 Figure#4
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Figure#5 Figure#6
Figure#7 Figure#8
Figure#9 Figure#10
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Figure#11
Illustration 10-1
9. Upon completion of the belt replacement, close the 4 top belt bead holders and rotate
the clip along the backside of the holders into their original locked position.
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Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed to complete step 10. Extreme caution must be
taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
10. Operate the power turn without a load and track the belt according to the procedure
within Section IX – Belt Tracking. Do not touch the belt while the power turn is
running. The belt should run smoothly with minimal bumps or ripples (not to exceed
10mm in height) at either end or along the inside radius. If bumps or ripples exceed
10mm in height, the pulleys should be slightly adjusted in small equal amounts at all
four corners to make the belt run smoothly.
Caution!
The main disconnect switch of the system must be turned off and locked out according to
all applicable local and national standards upon completion of step 10 and before
continuing with step 11 of this section.
11. Upon completion of the laced belt replacement procedure the side guard assemblies,
perforated guards and outer end guards will need to be reinstalled in the reverse order
in which they were removed. Verify that there is no interference with the belt from the
side guard assemblies after they have been installed. Make any adjustments as
required.
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SECTION XI
VULCANIZED BELT REPLACEMENT
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Notice!
Clipper laced splice is recommended as the clipper laced splice is the standard type of
splice method used on Transnorm System Inc. power turns.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
Prior to the use of the following procedure, any attached side guard assemblies, perforated
guards and outer endplates will need to be removed according to the procedure within
Section VI – Side Guard Removal.
If the drive is located at the inside radius of the curve, it will have to be removed. Refer to
Section VIII – Drive Package Installation for assistance in reinstalling the drive upon
completion of changing the belt assembly. If the drive is mounted on the outside radius of
the curve, it does not have to be removed, but may need to be loosened so that the pulley
can be moved in order to release the belt tension.
To complete the procedure within this section, the following tools will be required:
Wrench - 13mm & 19mm
Allen Wrench - 4mm
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1. Release the belt tension. Using the 19mm wrench, loosen (do not remove) the
hardware on the outside radius bearing of the tail pulley. Next, back off the locking nut
and then the bearing adjustment bolt using the 19mm wrench.
2. Open the top belt bead holders as described within Section VII – Belt Bead Holder
Replacement, Upper Holder Assembly.
3. Using the 13mm wrench, remove the bolts holding the inner end guards (LH & RH) to
the inner vertical deck supports.
4. Using the 4mm Allen wrench, loosen the setscrews on the bearing collar. Next, remove
the bolts holding the trommellager bearing assembly to the inner vertical deck supports
with the 13mm wrench. If needed, use a rubber mallet to assist in removing the
trommellager with the bearing support assembly from the shaft.
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5. Remove the mounting bolts from the ends of the cross members using the 6mm Allen
wrench.
6. Lift the deck board with the cross members attached, up and over the top belt bead
holders, pulling the deck board towards the outside radius of the turn.
7. Open the lower belt bead holders in the same manner as the top belt bead holders as
described within Section VII – Belt Bead Holder Replacement, Upper Holder Assembly.
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8. Pull the belt towards the inside radius of the power turn and off the inside radius ends of
the drive and tail pulley assemblies. Pull the new belt over the inside radius of the drive
and tail pulley assemblies towards the outside radius of the power turn unit. Push the
pulley assemblies inwards and work the beading between the finger guard and the outer
housing.
9. Re-install the deck board with the cross members attached and the trommelager
bearing assemblies in the reverse order in which they were removed.
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10. Using the 19mm wrench, tension the bearing adjustment bolts at the inside radius and
outside radius locations of the drive and tail pulleys so that the belt face at all four
corners is flush with the bottom cross member of the frame.
Caution!
The electrical lock out is to be removed to complete step 12. Extreme caution must be
taken to ensure the safety of the maintenance personnel.
12. Operate the power turn without a load and track the belt according to the procedure
within Section IX – Belt Tracking. Do not touch the belt while the power turn is
running. The belt should run smoothly with minimal bumps or ripples (not to exceed
10mm in height) at either end or along the inside radius. If any bumps or ripples exceed
10mm in height, the pulleys should be slightly adjusted in small equal amounts at all
four corners to make the belt run smoothly.
Caution!
The main disconnect switch of the system must be turned off and locked out according to
all applicable local and national standards upon completion of step 12 and before
continuing with step 13 of this section.
13. Upon completion of the vulcanized belt replacement procedure the side guard
assemblies, perforated guards and outer end guards will need to be reinstalled in the
reverse order in which they were removed. Verify that there is no interference with the
belt from the side guard assemblies after they have been installed. Make any
adjustments as required.
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SECTION XII
DRIVE PULLEY REPLACEMENT
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
Prior to the use of the following procedure, any attached side guard assemblies, perforated
guards and outer endplates will need to be removed according to the procedure within
Section VI – Side Guard Removal.
To complete the procedure within this section, the following tools will be required:
Wrench - 19mm & 13mm
Allen Wrench - 4mm
Rubber Mallet
Changing the drive and tail pulley assemblies are nearly the same. When changing the
drive pulley assembly, the drive package will need to be removed.
1. To begin the maintenance work within this section, refer to Section XI – Vulcanized Belt
Replacement. Disassemble the power turn according to the belt replacement procedure
until the trommellager assemblies have been removed. On power turns using the
standard clipper lacing, the belt should be positioned where the pin can be removed and
the belt opened for access to the drive pulley assembly. On power turns using a non-
standard vulcanized belt, the belt will have to be removed for access to the drive pulley
assembly.
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2. Using the 4mm Allen wrench, loosen the setscrews on the outside radius bearing collar.
If needed, use a rubber mallet to assist in removing the drive and/or tail pulley assembly
from the outside radius bearings, freeing the pulley assembly from the power turn.
3. Verify that the new drive and/or tail pulley assembly has the outer pulley spacer installed
on the outside radius shaft, provided by Transnorm System Inc.
4. Install the new drive / tail pulley assembly by inserting the pulley shaft through the outer
bearing insert and pushing the outside radius spacer firmly against the inside of the
outer bearing assembly. With the new drive / tail pulley assembly properly installed,
tighten the setscrews on the outside radius bearing collar using the 4mm Allen wrench.
5. Re-assemble the power turn in the reverse order in which it was disassembled within
Section XI – Vulcanized Belt Replacement. Refer to Section VIII – Drive Package
Installation for assistance in reinstalling the drive. Track the belt according to the
procedure within Section IX – Belt Tracking.
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SECTION XIII
OUTER HOUSING, FINGER GUARD &
INNER BEARING SUPPORT PLACEMENT
Attention!
Read and understand all instructions within this section prior to beginning any operation,
installation, service or maintenance of the power turn.
Caution!
Before installation, service or maintenance, the main disconnect switch of the system must
be turned off and locked out according to all applicable local and national standards.
Outer Housing
During assembly of the power turn, the outer housing location is pre-set and should not
require repositioning during any maintenance work. If such a situation does occur requiring
the outer housing to be moved, use the following instructions to re-position the housing to
its proper location.
Locate the outer housing by placing 10mm carriage bolts in the bottom of the slots of the
housing and in the center set of holes on the outer housing plate. Measure from the front
edge of the mounting plate, 64mm [2.52”] back to the lower front edge of the outer housing.
Hand-tighten the hardware, verify that housing location is correct and then secure the
hardware accordingly. As a reference, the front of the outer housing should be
approximately 15.9mm [.63”] past the front end of the frame. (See illustration 13-1)
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15.9mm [.63"]
From the end of the lower frame member
to the front of the housing along the centerline.
64mm [2.52"]
From the front edge of the mounting plate
to the lower front edge of the outer housing.
Illustration 13-1
Finger Guard
4.8mm [.19"]
Minimum clearance
between belt and
finger guard.
64mm [2.52"]
From the front edge of the mounting plate
to the lower front edge of the outer housing.
Illustration 13-2
To ensure proper belt function and longevity, the gap between the finger guard and the
outer housing should be set and maintained at 4.8mm [.19”] minimum from the face of the
belt to the inner edge of the outer housing.
(See illustration 13-2)
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Inner Bearing Support
During assembly of the power turn, the inner bearing support location is pre-set and will not
require repositioning during any maintenance work. Upon completion of any maintenance
work in which the inner bearing support has been removed, the angle of misalignment
should not exceed 5 degrees when measured along the vertical edge of the lower inner
frame profile.
(See illustration 13-3)
Illustration 13-3
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APPENDIX A
WARRANTY STATEMENT
Transnorm System Inc provides a two (2) year warranty on its products from date of
shipment.
Within the period noted above material showing defects will be repaired or replaced
provided:
1. Improper installation.
1. Bearings.
2. Motors.
3. Reducers.
4. Drive components.
Notes:
Call Transnorm System Inc., Warranty Repair Service for assistance with all warranty
work, to obtain an RGA number (return goods authorization) for the return of any
parts and for shipping instructions. Please have the serial number ready when
calling.
For loads not shown in the tables, the following formula can be used:
Belt Width = (Inside Belt Radius + Package Width)² + (Package Length / 2)² - (Inside Belt Radius + 50.8mm (2"))
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Le
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50.4mm [2.00]
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Clearance
Inside Radius
of Belt (IR)
Belt Width
(N)
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MAXIMUM RECOMMEDED PACKAGE SIZES
POWER TURNS WITH 59" O.R.
Turn Sizes
48-11 39-20 37-22 35-24 33-26 31-28 29-30 27-32 25-34 23-36 Pkg
Package Width Lngth
14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 30
13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 36
12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 42
11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 47
10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 51
9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 55
8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 58
7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 61
6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 64
5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 67
4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 70
3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 72
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 75
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 77
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 79
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 81
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 83
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 85
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 87
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 88
2 4 6 8 10 12 90
1 3 5 7 9 11 91
2 4 6 8 10 93
1 3 5 7 9 94
2 4 6 8 96
1 3 5 7 97
2 4 6 98
1 3 5 99
2 4 100
NOTE: 1 3 101
Turn Size 39-20 has an I.R. of 39" and an N length of 20".
Minimum clearance between package and sideguard at I.R. is 1".
Minimum clearance between package and sideguard at O.R. is 2"
For sizes not listed, call Transnorm System Inc., Sales Department for assistance.
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MAXIMUM RECOMMEDED PACKAGE SIZES
POWER TURNS WITH 87" O.R.
Turn Sizes
69-18 67-20 65-22 63-24 61-26 58-29 57-30 55-32 53-34 51-36 49-38 47-40 45-42 43-44 41-46 39-48 Pkg
Package Width Lngth
14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 44 37
13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 43 45
12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 42 52
11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 41 57
10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 40 63
9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 39 68
8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 38 72
7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 37 76
6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 36 80
5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 35 84
4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 34 87
3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 33 90
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 32 93
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 31 96
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 30 99
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 29 102
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 28 105
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 27 107
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 26 110
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 25 112
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 24 14
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 23 116
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 22 118
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 21 120
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 20 122
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 19 124
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 18 126
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 17 128
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 16 130
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 15 131
2 4 6 8 10 12 14 133
1 3 5 7 9 11 13 134
2 4 6 8 10 12 136
1 3 5 7 9 11 137
2 4 6 8 10 139
1 3 5 7 9 140
2 4 6 8 142
1 3 5 7 143
NOTE: 2 4 6 144
Turn Size 67-20 has an I.R. of 67" and an N length of 20". 1 3 5 145
Minimum clearance between package and sideguard at I.R. is 1". 2 4 147
Minimum clearance between package and sideguard at O.R. is 2". 1 3 148
For sizes not listed, call Transnorm System Inc., Sales Department for assistance.
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APPENDIX C
HORSEPOWER REQUIREMENT CHART
500 FPM
400 FPM
Belt Speed's
OL FL
300 FPM
200 FPM
100 FPM
0 1 2 3 4 5 6
Horsepower
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APPENDIX D
INSTALLATION PARTS LIST
Notice!
Highlighted items are dependant upon the power turn specifications. Please specify inside
radius (IR), belt width (N) and serial number when requesting spare parts.
REC.
SPARE
ITEM # QUANTITY PART NO. DESCRIPTION PARTS
1 1 See BOM Frame Assembly
2 As Req'd 020915 Upper Holder Assembly YES
3 As Req'd * Washer, Lock M8
4 As Req'd * Screw, Cap Hex SHC M8 x 1.25 x 16
5 As Req'd * Nut, D 8mm
6 1 030058 Tail Pulley Assembly YES
7 2 See BOM Bearing Rod End Trommelager 1-7/16" YES
8 2 See BOM 1-7/16" Bearing Insert - UC207-23 YES
9 2 030071 Steel Bearing Cap
10 As Req'd * Bolt, HHD M12 x 1.75 x 140
11 2 031289 Outer Bearing Housing Bearing Holder
12 As Req'd * Washer, Flat M8 Heavy Thick
13 As Req'd * Bolt, HHD M12 x 1.75 x 110
14 As Req'd * Bolt, RHSN M10 x 1.50 x 45
15 As Req'd * Washer, Flat M12
16 As Req'd * Nut, Hex M10 x 1.50
17 2 See BOM 2-Bolt Flange Bearing YES
18 2 031290 Outer Housing Finger Guard
19 As Req'd * Bolt, RHSN M12 x 1.75 x 70
20 As Req'd * Washer, Lock M10
21 As Req'd * Washer, Lock M12
22 As Req'd * Nut, Hex M12 x 1.75
23 1 See BOM Outside Drive Pulley Assembly YES
24 2 031250 TS1500/140 Inner Bearing Support
25 As Req'd * Bolt, HHD M8 x 1.25 x 80
26 As Req'd * Washer, Flat M8
27 As Req'd * Nut, Hex M8 x 1.25
28 As Req'd * Screw, Set M8 x 1.25 x 8
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INSTALLATION PARTS LIST (Cont.)
Notice!
Highlighted items are dependant upon the power turn specifications. Please specify inside
radius (IR), belt width (N) and serial number when requesting spare parts.
REC.
SPARE
ITEM # QUANTITY PART NO. DESCRIPTION PARTS
29 2 See BOM TS1500/140 N5 x 10 x 15 COMBI
30 1 See BOM Belt Assembly YES
31 As Req'd 020916 Lower Holder Assy YES
32 1 See BOM Side Guard Assembly, Outside
33 1 See BOM Side Guard Assembly, Inside
34 1 031321 Finger Guard, Left Inside
35 1 031322 Finger Guard, Right Inside
36 1 See BOM Shroud, Outside Radius
37 1 See BOM Inside Guard, Perforated
38 1 See BOM Outside Guard, Perforated
39 1 See BOM Lower Finger Guard
40 As Req'd * Washer, Flat 5/16"
41 As Req'd * Bolt, HHD M8 x 1.25 x 35
42 As Req'd * Screw, FHSH M8 x 1.25 x 25
43 As Req'd * Bolt, RHSN M10 x 1.50 x 30
44 As Req'd * Clip, Retaining C M10
45 As Req'd * Nut, Lock M8 x 1.25 w/ Nylon Insert
46 As Req'd 030125 Insert, M8 x 18
47 As Req'd * Washer, Flat M10
48 As Req'd * Bolt, HHD M8 x 1.25 x 16
49 As Req'd 031338 1500/140 Curve Bracket
50 As Req'd * Bolt, HHD M8 x 1.25 x 25
51 1 031347 Outer End Guard, Right
52 1 031346 Outer End Guard, Left
53 1 031344 Inner End Guard, Right
54 1 031344 Inner End Guard, Left
55 As Req'd * Screw, Phillips PHD #8 x 5/8"
56 2 See BOM End Cap, 2-Bolt Flange Bearing
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