Troubleshooting & Preventative Maintenance

Tips & Information

Bagging Conveyors and other Material Handling Conveyors

The care and service a machine receives directly impacts the machine's useful life and how effective it is in your operation. A "Preventative Maintenance (PM) Plan" should be developed and used for each of your machines, including your conveyors! The plan should include a regular schedule for inspection, lubrication, and cleaning. We recommend that you create and maintain a "log sheet" to record the date and results of each machine's PM work.

Preventative Maintenance - Recommended Intervals for Conveyors*

COMPONENT	ACTION	SCHEDULE
COMPONENT	ACTION	WEEKLY	MONTHLY	QUARTERLY
MOTOR	Check noise		X
	Check temperature	X
	Check mounting bolts		X
GEAR REDUCER	Check noise		X
	Check temperature		X
	Check oil level			X
DRIVE CHAIN	Check tension			X
	Lubricate	X
	Check for wear			X
SPROCKETS	Check for wear			X
SPROCKETS	Check set screws and keys			X
BELT	Check tracking		X
	Check tension		X
	Check lacing	X
BEARINGS (Pulleys & Rollers)	Check noise		X
BEARINGS (Pulleys & Rollers)	Check mounting bolts			X
V-BELTS	Check tension		X
	Check for wear		X
	Check sheave alignment		X
STRUCTURAL	General Check: Loose bolts, etc.		X

* Machine troubleshooting & repairs should only be attempted by a qualified mechanic or electrician. Power should always be disconnected prior to troubleshooting.

Please see your factory instruction manual for additional troubleshooting tips.

For more conveyor information, call us at 1-800-785-6785