Intralox ThermoDrive User manual

Intralox ThermoDrive

®

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Instruction Manual

For use with

TD 8026/8126 belts

TD 8050 belts

SAFETY

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

1

Avoid Injury.

Wear personal protective equipment

(PPE) to operate, troubleshoot, or ser-

vice this equipment (safety glasses,

heat-resistant gloves, etc.).

Read manual instructions before trying

to operate, troubleshoot, or service this

equipment.

Keep children, people with impaired

physical, sensory, or mental abilities,

or people with limited experience or

knowledge clear of the splicing system,

especially during use. Impaired or inex-

perienced users must receive proper

supervision or training by a person

responsible for their safety.

Only personnel properly trained in the

safe operation of the splicing system should use

the equipment.

Only authorized Intralox service providers should

service the Splicing System.There are no user-ser-

viceable Splicing System components.

Never cut, drill, or otherwise modify the Heat

Wand or Temperature Control Box. Modification

may cause additional shock and burn hazards.

Refer to safety labels affixed to the equipment and

shown in the documentation for detailed safety

instructions.

If you have any questions about safety or your

ability to perform tasks using these practices, con-

tact Intralox before proceeding.

Safety Information

ANSI/ISO harmonized labels and symbols are

included on this equipment and in its docu-

ments to help all operators use the equipment

safely.

Some sections of this manual include a list of

safety messages that apply to all procedures

described in the section. Other safety messages

are imbedded into specific procedures to

remind you of mandatory actions or hazards

specific to that procedure.

Review the label and symbol information that

follow to ensure a quick and complete under-

standing of warnings provided with this equip-

ment. Please do not ignore this information. It

is included for your protection.

Imbedded Warnings

This is a general warning sign. It is

used throughout this manual to alert

you to hazards you may encounter

during specific operating, trouble-

shooting, or servicing procedures. Please read

the corresponding information.

SAFETY

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Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Hazard Severity Panels

DANGER indicates a hazard with a high level of

risk. If you do not avoid this hazard, it will result in

death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazard with a medium level

of risk. If you do not avoid this hazard, it could

result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION indicates a hazard with a low level of

risk. If you do not avoid this hazard, it could result

in minor or moderate injury.

Safety Symbols

A black symbol inside a black-banded

yellow triangle indicates a safety haz-

ard you should avoid.

A black symbol inside a red-banded

circle with a red diagonal line indicates

an action that is prohibited.

A white symbol inside a blue circle

indicates a required action to perform

to avoid a hazard.

SAFETY

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

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Belt Splicing System Hazards

Figure A: Heat Wand and Temperature Control Box

hazards

Figure A: Belt cutting and trimming hazards

Request assistance when moving or splicing with the 42" Splicing System.

Contact with hot Heat Wand or Stand will cause skin burns; use of heat-resistant gloves and

sleeves that withstand consistent temperatures up to 500°F is recommended.

Keep Heat Wand in Stand between each splice.

SAFETY

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Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Figure B: Clamping Fixture hazards

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

TOC

SAFETY

Safety Information ..................................

1

Imbedded Warnings................................ 1

Hazard Severity Panels ........................... 2

Safety Symbols ...................................... 2

Belt Splicing System Hazards ................. 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIST OF FIGURES

1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW

System Use.........................................

1-1

System Components ........................... 1-1

Top Clamps/Cut Guides .................... 1-1

Clamping Fixture ............................... 1-1

Heat Wand with Temperature

Control Box....................................... 1-1

Accessories...................................... 1-2

2 SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Accessories ........................................

2-1

Clamping Fixture.................................. 2-2

Heat Wand and Temperature

Control Box .........................................

2-4

STANDARD PROCEDURES

3 SET UP THE SPLICING SYSTEM

Collect Needed Supplies ......................

3-1

Prepare the Conveyor .......................... 3-1

Prepare Clamping Fixture ..................... 3-2

Secure Clamping Fixture to Conveyor 3-2

Attach Crank Handle.......................... 3-2

Prepare the Heat Wand ........................ 3-3

Make Power Connections.................. 3-3

Adjust Temperature Setpoint ............. 3-4

Allow Heat Wand to Pre-heat............. 3-5

4 PREPARE BELT ENDS

Belt End Situations..............................

4-1

Preparation Overview .......................... 4-1

Clean Belt Ends................................... 4-2

Cut Belt Ends ...................................... 4-2

Inspect Belt Ends ................................ 4-4

5 ALIGN AND SECURE BELT ENDS

Prepare to Align ..................................

5-1

Align Belt Ends.................................... 5-1

Lightly Secure Belt Ends...................... 5-2

Check Alignment & Tightly Secure

Belt Ends ............................................

5-3

Inspect Tension .................................. 5-4

Inspect Alignment ............................... 5-4

6 SPLICE THE BELT

Prepare to Splice.................................

6-1

Splice the Belt Ends ............................ 6-2

Allow the Belt to Cool.......................... 6-4

Inspect the Splice ............................... 6-4

7 TRIM & INSPECT THE BELT

Trimming Overview.............................

7-1

Trim First Weld Bead........................... 7-1

Trim Second Weld Bead...................... 7-2

Trim Belt Edges .................................. 7-2

Inspect the Belt ................................... 7-3

8 SHUT DOWN, COOL, & PACK UP

Shut Down & Clean.............................

8-1

Cool Down.......................................... 8-1

Pack the Storage Case ........................ 8-1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TOC

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

TROUBLESHOOTING

10 TROUBLESHOOT

Troubleshooting Overview..................

10-1

Procedures & Inspections.................. 10-1

Faulty Cuts & Splices......................... 10-1

Repeat Cuts .................................... 10-1

Repeat Splices................................ 10-1

Table of Equipment/Facility Problems. 10-2

Table of Preparing and Aligning

Belt Ends Problems ...........................

10-4

Table of Faulty Splice Problems ......... 10-7

Table of Belt Failures........................ 10-15

SPECIAL PROCEDURES

11 SPECIAL PROCEDURES

Set Up at the Returnway ....................

11-1

Make Belt Tabs.................................. 11-1

Shim for Belt Top Surface

(Vertical) Alignment ...........................

11-2

Trim the Second Weld Bead—

Alternative Technique.........................

11-3

Inspect the Clamping Fixture .............. 11-3

12 NUB TOP STYLE SPECIFICS

Nub Top Overview .............................

12-1

Remove Nubs.................................... 12-1

Prepare Silicone Spacers for Use ....... 12-1

Use Silicone Spacers......................... 12-2

13 TROUGHING GROOVES SPECIFICS

Troughing Groove Overview ...............

13-1

Shim the Grooved Deck ..................... 13-1

Trim the Tape .................................... 13-2

14 S8126 BELT SPECIFICS

S8126 Overview ................................

14-1

Preparing Belt Ends............................ 14-2

Shim the Smooth Edges to

Secure Belt Ends............................. 14-2

Use Thin Belt Tabs to

Secure Belt Ends............................. 14-2

Repeatedly Inspect Alignment before

Cutting............................................ 14-3

Hold the Cut Guides when

Fully Tightening Thumb Knobs......... 14-3

Add the Second Cut Guide to

Secure Belt for Cutting..................... 14-3

Inspect Cuts for Squareness............ 14-3

Align & Secure Belt Ends.................... 14-4

Remove any Belt Tension ................ 14-4

Check for Shims and Belt Tabs........ 14-4

Repeatedly Inspect Alignment.......... 14-4

Control Crank Handle During

Alignment ....................................... 14-4

Hold the Cut Guides when

Fully Tightening Thumb Knobs......... 14-5

Splice the Belt Ends ........................... 14-5

Control the Crank Handle

for 25 Seconds of Melting ............... 14-5

Close Decks Gently for Cooling........ 14-5

Trim & Inspect the Belt....................... 14-6

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

15 PERFORM PREVENTIVE

MAINTENANCE

LIST OF FIGURES

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

LOF

SAFETY

Figure A: Heat Wand and Temperature

Control Box hazards ...........................................3

Figure B: Belt cutting and trimming hazards ........3

Figure C: Clamping Fixture hazards.....................4

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIST OF FIGURES

1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW

Figure 1A: Splicing System............................ 1- 1

2 SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Figure 2A: System accessories

(generic photo) ............................................. 2- 1

Figure 2B: Storage case ................................ 2- 1

Figure 2C: Clamping Fixture........................... 2- 2

Figure 2D: Top Clamp/Cut Guide set.............. 2- 3

Figure 2E: Heat Wand components................ 2- 4

STANDARD PROCEDURES

3 SET UP THE SPLICING SYSTEM

Figure 3A: Clamping Fixture on horizontal

conveyor ...................................................... 3- 2

Figure 3B: Add clamps ahead of

Clamping Fixture on an inclined conveyor ...... 3- 2

Figure 3C: Attach Crank Handle ..................... 3- 2

Figure 3D: Latch Heat Wand in Stand............. 3- 3

Figure 3E: Check voltage requirements .......... 3- 3

Figure 3F: Check voltage requirements........... 3- 4

Figure 3G: Turn Power on.............................. 3- 4

Figure 3H: Check Control Box display ............ 3- 4

4 PREPARE BELT ENDS

Figure 4A: Clean belt ends ............................. 4- 2

Figure 4B: Pull the belt across BOTH decks,

and align the drive bars with grooves............. 4- 2

Figure 4C: Belt drive bar

engagement/alignment .................................. 4- 3

Figure 4D: Place Cut Guide on belt................. 4- 3

Figure 4E: Tighten Cut Guide in place............. 4- 3

Figure 4F: Check setup before cutting ............ 4- 3

Figure 4G: Hold the utility knife against

the Cut Guide Edge........................................ 4- 4

Figure 4H: Inspect cut belt ends..................... 4- 4

Figure 4I: Inspect cut..................................... 4- 4

5 ALIGN AND SECURE BELT ENDS

Figure 5A: Align belt ends on Grooved Deck... 5- 2

Figure 5B: Belt ends extending....................... 5- 2

Figure 5C: Lower Cut Guide on Grooved Deck 5- 2

Figure 5D: Position and tighten thumb knobs . 5- 2

LIST OF FIGURES

LOF

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Figure 5E: Close the Clamping Fixture............ 5- 3

Figure 5F: Align right and left belt edges......... 5- 3

Figure 5G: Secure second belt end ................ 5- 3

Figure 5H: Clamping Fixture closed–but

not locked..................................................... 5- 4

Figure 5I: Inspect for gaps and horizontal

alignment...................................................... 5- 4

Figure 5J: Inspect belt surface vertical

alignment...................................................... 5- 5

6 SPLICE THE BELT

Figure 6A: Clean residue from the

Heat Wand.................................................... 6- 1

Figure 6B: Latch Heat Wand in Stand............. 6- 1

Figure 6C: Remove the Heat Wand from

the Stand ...................................................... 6- 2

Figure 6D: Wand Rest at one end .................. 6- 3

Figure 6E: Close Clamping Fixture on

Heat Wand.................................................... 6- 3

Figure 6F: Remove Heat Wand ...................... 6- 3

Figure 6G: Close Grooved Decks as

Heat Wand is lifted ........................................ 6- 3

Figure 6H: Heat Wand removed and

belt cooling................................................... 6- 3

Figure 6I: Wipe residue from the Heat Wand .. 6- 4

Figure 6J: Small, even weld bead................... 6- 4

7 TRIM & INSPECT THE BELT

Figure 7A: Secure the belt.............................. 7- 1

Figure 7B: Separate the weld bead

from the belt ................................................. 7- 1

Figure 7C: Remove the first weld bead........... 7- 1

Figure 7D: Remove the second weld bead ..... 7- 2

Figure 7E: Trim and skive .............................. 7- 2

Figure 7F: Trim flash from belt edges............. 7- 2

Figure 7G: Trim rough edges or small corners 7- 2

Figure 7H: Create a smooth edge and

discard debris ............................................... 7- 3

Figure 7I: Check pitch at splice ...................... 7- 3

Figure 7J: Inspect for splice faults

(e.g., bubbles shown here)............................ 7- 4

8 SHUT DOWN, COOL, & PACK UP

Figure 8A: Pack main components ................ 8- 1

Figure 8B: Secure the twist latches ................ 8- 2

TROUBLESHOOTING

10 TROUBLESHOOT

LIST OF FIGURES

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

LOF

SPECIAL PROCEDURES

11 SPECIAL PROCEDURES

Figure 11A: Place the Clamping Fixture on a flat,

stable surface ............................................. 11- 1

Figure 11B: Make a Belt Tab........................ 11- 1

Figure 11C: Apply tape at Deck edge ........... 11- 2

Figure 11D: Trim away excess tape ............. 11- 2

Figure 11E: Replace the belt end.................. 11- 2

Figure 11F: Bend belt back onto Cut Guide... 11- 3

Figure 11G: Open Clamping Fixture.............. 11- 3

Figure 11H: Close Clamping Fixture and

ensure metal pads touch ............................. 11- 3

12 NUB TOP STYLE SPECIFICS

Figure 12A: Nub Top Samples ..................... 12- 1

Figure 12B: Remove nubs from

splicing area ............................................... 12- 1

Figure 12C: Spacers for

42" Clamping Fixture ................................... 12- 1

Figure 12D: Place Cut Guide on

Silicone Spacer........................................... 12- 2

Figure 12E: Align Silicone Spacer with

Deck edge................................................... 12- 2

13 TROUGHING GROOVES SPECIFICS

Figure 13A: Troughing groove samples........ 13- 1

Figure 13B: Center tape at Grooved

Deck edge................................................... 13- 1

Figure 13C: Trim tape width......................... 13- 2

Figure 13D: Trim tape length........................ 13- 2

Figure 13E: Finish belt end alignment........... 13- 2

14 S8126 BELT SPECIFICS

Figure 14A: S8126 Samples........................ 14- 1

Figure 14B: Trim tape at the belt edges ........ 14- 2

Figure 14C: Choose Belt Tabs thinner

than belt...................................................... 14- 2

Figure 14D: Place Belt Tabs on

Grooved Decks ........................................... 14- 2

Figure 14E: Inspect with square edge........... 14- 3

Figure 14F: Clamp belt edges securely......... 14- 3

Figure 14G: Secure the second Cut Guide

in place....................................................... 14- 3

LIST OF FIGURES

LOF

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Figure 14H: Inspect cut ............................... 14- 3

Figure 14I: Place thin Belt Tabs on

Grooved Decks ........................................... 14- 4

Figure 14J: Inspect with square edge........... 14- 4

Figure 14K: Inspect touching ends............... 14- 4

Figure 14L: Clamp belt edges securely ........ 14- 5

Figure 14M: Maintain control of the

Crank Handle .............................................. 14- 5

Figure 14N: Inspect drive bar alignment ....... 14- 6

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

15 PERFORM PREVENTIVE

MAINTENANCE

1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

1-1

System Use

The Intralox ThermoDrive Splicing System

quickly and reliably splices Intralox

ThermoDrive

®

conveyor belts.

All Splicing System v.2.0 models operate the

same way. Melting time and temperature

depend on the material being spliced.

The Splicing System requires only standard

electric power for use.

Figure 1A: Splicing System

System Components

The Splicing System contains a Clamping Fix-

ture with Cut Guides and a Heat Wand with

Temperature Control Box. Several accessories

are also included with your system.

Top Clamps/Cut Guides

After the belt length is finalized to run without

tension (contact Intralox for assistance as

needed), use the 8026 or 8050 Cut Guide and a

utility knife to prepare the belt ends.

Clamping Fixture

Align prepared belts on the Grooved Decks to

hold belt ends together for melting. Once

melted, remove the Heat Wand and close the

Grooved Decks gently, but quickly, to join the

belt ends.

Heat Wand with

Temperature Control Box

Use the Heat Wand to melt the belt ends in the

Clamping Fixture. The Temperature Control

Box regulates Heat Wand temperature and may

ONLY be used with the Intralox ThermoDrive

Splicing System. Several splices can be com-

pleted in quick succession if plastic residue is

removed from the Heat Wand between each

splice.

EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW

1

1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW

1-2

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Accessories

The following accessories come with the above

components: a storage case, Silicone Spacers,

Teflon tape, Pitch Gauge, trim tools, a stop-

watch, and Belt Tabs.

NOTE

For details about components and voltage

requirements, see SPLICING SYSTEM COM-

PONENTS on page 2-1.

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2 SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

2-1

Accessories

Figure 2A: System accessories (generic photo)

Pitch Gauge: Metal plate with notches to test

belt pitch accuracy

Skiver: Handled tool with a u-shaped blade

used to trim the weld bead from spliced belts

(Flexco™ rough-top Skiver or similar)

Belt Tabs: Small pieces of ThermoDrive belt

used on Grooved Deck ends to ensure even

clamping pressure across the belt during splic-

ing; replacements available from Intralox

Trimmers: Sharp nippers with rubber-covered

handles used to remove flashing on the belt

edge and perform other trimming tasks

(Xcelite

®

trimmers or similar)

Silicone Spacers: Two (2), reusable, rectangu-

lar strips of rubber used to securely clamp cer-

tain belt ends; stored in white, cylindrical can;

details for use in Special Procedures

storage case: Sturdy, cushioned, locking case

to hold the Splicing System and accessories;

designed with wheels and side handle for

pulling

Figure 2B: Storage case

Teflon

®

tape: 5-yard (4.572 m) roll of heat-

resistant, adhesive tape

stopwatch: Digital timing device with large dis-

play

utility knife: Self-retracting safety knife with a

1

3/4" two (2)-sided replaceable blade (Medoc

Retractable Safety Knife model #99152 or sim-

ilar)

Silicone

Spacers

Trimmers

Teflon tape

Skiver

Pitch Gauge

utility knife

stopwatch

Belt Tabs

Use caution when handling knives and

trim tools.

SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS

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2 SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS

2-2

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Clamping Fixture: All-metal fixture designed to

hold prepared belt ends in proper alignment

during melting; includes 8026/8050 Top

Clamp/Cut Guides and Crank Handle

NOTE

The 8026/8050 Top Clamp/Cut Guide set does not

provide correct pitch with metal lacing. Contact

Intralox with questions about metal lacing.

Carrying Handles: Plastic rounded parts used to

lift and carry the Clamping Fixture

Crank Handle: Removable, metal handle used to

open and close Grooved Decks; attaches to the

protruding shaft with retaining pin and tether

Frame edges: Curved, metal portion of the fix-

ture frame on the right and left of the Grooved

Decks designed to smooth belt movement onto

the decks

Clamping Fixture

Figure 2C: Clamping Fixture

Wand Rest

(between decks)

Locating pin

Carrying handles

Grooved Decks

Locating Pins

Wand Rest

(between decks;

barely visible)

Shaft

tether

Crank Handle

Pivoting Studs

(& thumb knobs)

Locating pin

Frame edge

Carrying handles

Pivoting Studs

(& thumb knobs)

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Grooved Decks: Aluminum plates designed to

move the belt ends together for splicing;

grooved surface engages the drive bars to

ensure proper alignment

Locating Pins: Fixed metal posts that corre-

spond to the Cut Guide locating holes; designed

to properly align Cut Guides on the Grooved

Decks

Pivoting Studs: Metal studs with thumb knobs

designed to hold the Cut Guides in place and

secure the belt ends; a pivoting stud and thumb

knob are at each end of each Grooved Deck

Shaft: Main crankshaft of the Clamping Fixture

on which the Crank Handle fits

Wand Rests: Two (2) metal brackets that sup-

port the Heat Wand during splicing; located

below the Grooved Decks and visible with the

Clamping Fixture open

Figure 2D: Top Clamp/Cut Guide set

8026/8050 Top Clamp/Cut Guide Set: Pair of

anodized aluminum metal plates (one red and

one blue) that provide a guide for preparing

belts for splicing; also secures belt ends on the

Clamping Fixture Grooved Decks; designed

only for use with ThermoDrive belts and Splic-

ing Systems

NOTE

Use the blue Cut Guide engraved with 8026

to prepare belts with 26 mm pitch.

Use the red Cut Guide engraved with 8050

to prepare belts with 50 mm pitch.

Cut Guide Edge: Steel edge on each Cut Guide

designed to ensure a straight, even guide to pre-

pare belt ends for splicing

Locating hole: Oval cut area at each end of the

Cut Guides designed to align with the Clamp-

ing Fixture Locating Pins

Metal rail: Fencing attached to the Cut Guides

designed to simplify handling the part

Recess: Curved cut at each end of the Cut

Guides designed to engage the Clamping Fix-

ture Pivoting Studs

recesses

(not visible)

Cut

Guide Edge

metal rail

locating

holes

locating

holes

Cut

Guide Edge

metal rail

recesses

Keep hands and fingers clear of

Frame edges when opening/closing

Grooved Decks.

2 SPLICING SYSTEM COMPONENTS

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Belt Splicing System v.2.0

Heat Wand: Electrically operated, heating

platen used to melt Intralox ThermoDrive belt

ends for splicing; designed to be connected to

the Temperature Control Box and used with the

Clamping Fixture; designed to maintain set-

point temperature for a series of splices covered

with Teflon tape to allow easy removal of

melted plastic residue

NOTE

Use the Heat Wand in temperatures above 40°F

(5°C) to produce quality splices. To use the

Splicing System below 40°F (5°C),

see TROUBLESHOOT on page 10-1.

Stand: Metal guard designed to hold the Heat

Wand upright, allow handle access during use,

and prevent accidental contact with the Wand;

also protects work surfaces that might be

burned by the Wand; Heat Wand should be

returned to Stand after each splice

NOTE

Connect the Heat Wand to the Temperature

Control Box BEFORE connecting the Temperature

Control Box to an electric outlet.

Contact with hot Heat Wand or Stand

will cause skin burns.

Place the Wand Stand on a hard, heat-

resistant surface (NOT a belt) during

use.

Keep Heat Wand in the Stand when not

in use.

Heat Wand and Temperature Control Box

Figure 2E: Heat Wand components

Heat Wand

Stand

Temperature

Control Box

Electric Cord

Power Switch

Heat Wand and

Stand

Wand Cord

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Temperature Control Box: Electric device that

controls the Heat Wand temperature via

thermocouple signals to and from the Wand;

includes an Electric Cord with three-pronged

plug

Electric Cord: Cord connected from the

Temperature Control Box provided with a

three-prong plug for use in a grounded outlet

NOTE

Connect the Heat Wand to the Temperature

Control Box BEFORE connecting the Temperature

Control Box to an electric outlet.

Power Switch: Switch that enables power to the

Temperature Control Box; display appears

when Power is set on

Wand Cord: Cable that transfers electricity and

thermocouple signals between the Tempera-

ture Control Box and the Heat Wand; plugs are

provided at the cord ends for connection to both

devices

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Always use ground fault protection/

residual current protection when

operating in damp or wet conditions.

STANDARD PROCEDURES

3 SET UP THE SPLICING SYSTEM

Belt Splicing System v.2.0

3-1

Avoid Injury.

Use caution when handling knives and

trim tools.

Contact with hot Heat Wand or stand

will cause skin burns; use caution.

Do NOT submerge equipment or

expose it to direct spray.

Always use ground fault protection/

residual current protection when

operating in damp or wet conditions.

Collect Needed Supplies

1. Bring Splicing System storage case and these

shop items to the conveyor.

• heat-resistant gloves and sleeves (rated

for continuous use up to 500°F (260ºC)

• safety glasses and cut-resistant gloves

• tape measure

• soft, clean, dry, oil-free cloths or paper

towels

• detergent (without ammonia or bleaches)

to remove used belt dirt and residue

• alcohol to sanitize and dry belt

• multiple F- or C-clamps

• spare two (2)-sided utility knife blades

2. Unload the Splicing System storage case

contents near required electric power and the

belt to be spliced.

3. Collect new sprockets (if you are installing

new belts) and any needed carryway and

returnway replacement components.

4. Ensure the facility temperature is above 40°F

(5°C) to produce proper splices. If splicing area

is below 40°F (5°C), see TROUBLESHOOT on

page 10-1.

Prepare the Conveyor

See the ThermoDrive® Belting Conveyor Belt-

ing Installation and Maintenance at the

Intralox website or contact Intralox for com-

plete assembly and disassembly instructions.

1. Disconnect power to the conveyor.

2. Remove or disable components as needed to

prevent accidental tensioning.

3. Remove components that may cause excess

backbends.

4. Replace worn components being careful not

to create drive bar snags.

5. Install new sprockets with new belting.

6. String the belt on the conveyor and follow

correct pulley wrap configuration. Avoid con-

veyor cross braces, legs, and other snags.

7. Trial-fit and mark the belt for length. Leave

enough catenary sag so the belt NEVER runs

under tension.

8. Place marked belt area or ends where the

Splicing System can be easily and safely used.

Request assistance when moving or

splicing with the 42" Splicing System.

SET UP THE SPLICING SYSTEM

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