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Troubleshooting/Installation Checklist

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing problems with impact cradle, see below: SymptomCorrective Action High impact bar wear rate.Impact cradle is installed too close to belt. Make sure impact cradle surface is 3/4 in. (19 mm) below troughed belt.Impact bars worn unevenly.Belt is unevenly loaded, wear liners are improperly installed, and/or impact bars are not parallel to belt travel. Inspect loading area and wear liners, and modify transfer point if necessary.
Troubleshooting/Installation Checklist

Installation checklist

If after taking corrective actions suggested under “Troubleshooting” you are still experiencing problems, check for the following: Installation Checklist Chute walls and/or wear liners are 3/8 in. (10 mm) above belt at tail and 3/4 in. (19 mm) above belt at head.An idler is installed under belt 1 in. (25 mm) before and after impact cradle. Center impact bars are centered below belt and are parallel to belt travel. Wing sections are aligned with idlers. Distance from top of center impact bars to bottom of unloaded belt surface is 3/4 in. (19 mm) for troughed belts.
Martin Engineering M3629-07/08 15 MARTIN ® GUARDABELT™ Heavy-Duty Impact Cradle