BUCKET ELEVATOR

Assembly
and
Owner’s Manual

Sukup Manufacturing Co.

1555 255th Street, Box 677
Sheffield, Iowa, USA 50475-0677
Phone: 641-892-4222 Fax: 641-892-4629
Website: www.sukup.com E-mail: [email protected]

DATE REVISION PAGE

09/08/2022 – Added references to 48” dia. pulley elevator --------------------16-20, 23, 25, 26, 33-36, 52, 55 & 56
Updated inlet dimensions table ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 17
Added references to supporting elevator by a support tower --------------------------- 21, 28, 41 & 60
Added note on confirming rotation of specialty boot pulley ----------------------------------------------- 24
Updated shovel pocket hopper location drawing to show locations of rub block areas ----------- 27
Added squaring plate & tie angles for inspection sections------------------------------- 30, 32, 33 & 35
Adjusted introduction to guidance on use of guy wire brackets ----------------------------------------- 41
Added reference to attachment of torque arm bracket V013270 ---------------------------------------- 52
Updated Step 7 to check connections between elevator & support tower ---------------------------- 60
Updated Dodge bearing & speed reducer pages --------------------------------------------- 61-62, 69-75
Updated pressure relief vent closure replacement instructions ----------------------------------------- 63
12/08/2021 – Updated safety icons as needed ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-6
Updated dimensions drawing & table -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Added note on location of bolted flanges on legs ----------------------------------------------------------- 36
Updated drawings to improve legibility ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 41
Manual L2500 ©Sukup Manufacturing Co.
09/08/2022
Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Introduction-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Receiving and Inspection -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Equipment Information ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3
Limited Warranty------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 4
Safety--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5
Safety Decal Placement----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
Electrical Wire Clearances ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 13
Bolt Identification and Torque Ratings ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Component Identification -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Dimensions-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Pre-Installation Information ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 21
Elevator Location ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Electrical Requirements ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Foundation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Boot Footing Loads ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Guy Wires and Anchors ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Guy Wire Loading ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 23
General Installation Procedures------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 24
Boot Installation -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Boot Inlet Location ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 26
Shovel Pocket Hopper------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 27
Leg Trunking Stacking Guidelines --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Trunking for 16” to 36” Pulley Elevator ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 29
Trunking for 42” & 48” Pulley Elevator ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 33
Trunking Assembly ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Cable Lengths ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 43
Attaching Head Section ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 44
Belt & Buckets Installation Overview ------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 46
Attaching Buckets ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 47
Belt Installation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 48
Attaching Hood --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 51
Drive Installation ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 52
Adjusting V-Belt Tension--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 57
Reducer Oil ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58
Final Check ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58
Initial Test Run --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 58
Maintenance ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 59
Bearing Lubrication --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 61
Pressure Relief Vent Closure Replacement--------------------------------------------------------------------- 63
Troubleshooting -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 64
Dodge Torque Arm II Speed Reducers -------------------------------------------------------------------------- 69
Contact Information --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 76

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Introduction

Introduction
This bucket elevator was carefully designed to give years of dependable service and was manufactured
with the finest materials available. This manual includes information relating to safety, installation,
maintenance and troubleshooting, and should be thoroughly read prior to installation of bucket elevator.
Due to the scope of projects involving material handling equipment and the wide variety of situations, this
manual cannot cover all aspects. Qualified civil engineers and contractors should be relied upon for site
design, layout and construction. This manual is to be used as a guide only. The reliability, safety and
good service life of this equipment depends to a very large extent on level of care taken in installing and
preparing this equipment for its intended use.

Receiving and Inspection

Carefully inspect the shipment for damage as soon as it is received. Verify quantity of parts or packages
actually received corresponds to the quantity shown on the packing slip. Report any damage or shortage
to delivering carrier as soon as possible. Sukup Manufacturing’s responsibility for damage to equipment
ended with acceptance by delivering carrier. Refer to bill of lading. Save all paperwork and
documentation furnished with elevator components.

Equipment Information
Record bucket elevator information in space provided below and keep it on file. This information will help
identify equipment should you need to contact your dealer with any questions.

Model number _____________________

Serial number _____________________
Head pulley diameter _____________________
Discharge height _____________________
RPM _____________________
Grain type(s) _____________________
Horsepower _____________________
Dealer _____________________
Date purchased _____________________

Serial number plate is located on inspection section.

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Limited Warranty 4
Safety

Read manual before installing or using product. Failure to follow instructions and safety precautions in
manual can result in death or serious injury. Keep manual in a safe location for future reference.
GRAIN BIN SAFETY
On safety decals, this symbol and the Owners/operators are responsible for developing
signal words Danger, Warning, Caution site-specific confined space entry procedures.
and Notice draw your attention to OSHA’s confined space entry procedures (29CFR
important instructions regarding safety. 1910.146) can be found at www.osha.gov.
They indicate potential hazards and levels of intensity.
If you must enter bin for repair or maintenance:
RED - DANGER indicates an  Use a safety harness, safety line and respirator
imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or  Station another person outside of bin
serious injury.  Avoid the center of the bin
ORANGE - WARNING  Wear appropriate personal protective equipment
indicates a potentially  Keep clear of all augers and moving parts
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury. DANGER: Never enter bin unless all power is
YELLOW - CAUTION locked out and another person is present.
indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result Rotating augers
in minor or moderate injury. can kill or
dismember!
BLUE - NOTICE alerts you to
practices unrelated to personal
injury, such as messages related to property damage.
NEVER enter bin when augers are running!
IMPORTANT: To prevent serious injury or death to When bin is nearly empty, sweep auger will travel at an
you or your family, it is essential that safety decals increasingly fast speed. Keep away from sweep and
are clearly visible, in good condition, and applied to sump augers to avoid entanglement.
the appropriate equipment.

FOLLOW MANUAL & SAFETY DECAL MESSAGES

Carefully read this manual and
all safety decals on your
equipment. Safety decals must
be kept in good condition. Replace
missing or damaged safety decals
by contacting Sukup Manufacturing Co. via mail at
PO Box 677, Sheffield, Iowa USA, 50475; by phone
at 641-892-4222; or by e-mail at [email protected].

It is the responsibility of the owner/operator to know

what specific requirements, precautions, and work
hazards exist. It is also the responsibility of the Failure to follow precautions above will result in death
owner/operator to inform anyone operating or or serious injury.
working in the area of this equipment of hazards and
safety precautions that need to be taken to avoid DANGER: Flowing
personal injury or death. Always keep children away grain may trap and
from bins and vehicles with flowing grain. suffocate. If you enter
a bin of flowing grain you can
Make no unauthorized modifications to machine. be completely submerged in
Modifications may endanger function and/or safety of grain in about 8 seconds.
unit. Keep unit in good working condition. Keep shields
in place. Replace worn or missing shields free of Failure to heed this warning will result in death or
charge by contacting Sukup Manufacturing Co. serious injury.

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To avoid electric shock or electrocution, all WARNING: Metal is slippery when wet. To
equipment must be properly wired and grounded avoid falls, never carry items if climbing on
according to electrical codes. Have unit wired by bin. Maintain secure hand and foothold if
qualified electrician. climbing on bin. Failure to do so could result in death
or serious injury.

Have an electrician install a main power

disconnect switch capable of being
locked only in OFF position. Mark
disconnect clearly as to equipment it CAUTION: Metal edges are sharp. To avoid
operates. injury, wear protective clothing and handle
Always lock out main power disconnect equipment and parts with care.
switch whenever equipment is not in use.
Failure to do so may result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING: When servicing equipment, never enter

bin unless all power is locked out and another person PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
is present. Always LOCK OUT all power and always Owners/Operators are
check with voltage meter before servicing. responsible for developing
site-specific personal
Failure to do so could result in death or protective equipment
serious injury. standards. OSHA’s
personal protective
Owners/operators are responsible for developing equipment standards
site-specific Lockout/Tagout procedures based on (29CFR 1910.132) can be
equipment at their work site. See OSHA’s typical found at www.osha.gov.
minimal lockout procedures (29CFR 1910.147 App A)
at www.osha.gov.

Refer to OSHA 1910.132

WARNING: KEEP CLEAR OF ALL MOVING (Personal Prot. Equip.)
PARTS.
Keep people (ESPECIALLY YOUTH) away from EMERGENCIES – KNOW WHAT TO DO
equipment, particularly during operation. Have emergency numbers and written directions to
work site readily available in case of emergency. An
Keep away from all moving parts. area for emergency phone numbers to be recorded is
Keep all shields in place. SHUT provided below and at end of this manual.
OFF AND LOCK OUT all power
before servicing.
Ambulance • Fire • Police: 9-1-1
Failure to follow precautions above
could result in death or serious
injury. Bin rescue team: _______________________

Emergency medical squad: ______________

Address of work site: ___________________

Directions to work site:__________________

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IMPORTANT – A bucket elevator is generally used to move grain for storage in grain bins. Be aware of
dangers inherent in grain bins. Do not enter a bin if grain has stopped flowing normally or has bridged, as
shown in Fig. 1. Grain can collapse without warning and trap, bury and cause suffocation.

Fig. 1 – Obstructed-flow, bridged grain, collapsed bridge of grain in bin

Basic Safety Rules

1. Be certain that all covers, grates and guards are in place and securely fastened.
2. Never step or walk on conveyor covers, grates or guards.
3. Lock out all power before removing covers, grates or guards. Before working on any part of
bucket elevator or conveyor, secure all chains and belts to prevent movement.
4. Do not modify or redesign bucket elevator without first obtaining written approval from Sukup
Manufacturing Co. Unauthorized modifications to components may impair the function and/or
safety and affect machine life.

FOLLOW A PROPER LOCKOUT PROCEDURE

This suggested procedure must be performed EVERY TIME bucket elevator is to be
worked on. Following these steps will assist in preventing accidents.

 Each worker must have his/her own lock and the only key to that lock.
 Make sure elevator is not operating before turning off power.
 Notify all affected employees that elevator will be locked out for service.
 Authorized employee shall refer to the facility procedure referencing the power source for the
elevator.
 Shut down bucket elevator in a normal manner.
 All energy sources that could activate elevator must be de-activated.
 Each person who will be working on bucket elevator must put a lock on all energy sources that
could provide any power to elevator.
 Confirm that power has been deactivated by trying to re-start elevator.
 Turn all controls for elevator back to “off” position.
 NO ONE is to return power to bucket elevator until all work on it has been completed and all locks
have been removed.

Facility management needs to proactively train employees to ensure use of proper lockout procedures
while working on bucket elevator. Management also needs to inspect unit for any covers or guards not in
their proper place. It is everyone’s responsibility to report any missing grates, guards, equipment failures
or failures of others to lock out. Make certain that no cover is removed unless power is locked out.

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Grain Dust Explosions

Any facility that stores and handles any type of grain is susceptible to a grain dust explosion. Grain dust
is not dirt. It is not inert, but highly flammable and can be very explosive in a confined area. Seven
elements may work together and produce a potentially deadly explosion:
1 Air - Air must be present to provide the oxygen necessary for combustion.
2 Fuel - In this case the fuel is the grain dust. Finer dust will provide easier ignition.
3 Suspension - A pile of grain dust will not explode, it must be suspended in air to provide proper fuel/air
concentration.
4 Minimum Concentration - There must be a minimum concentration of grain dust
suspended in air. Current tests indicate that minimum concentration is about 0.4 oz./ft.³.
5 Low Moisture - Grain dust must be of relatively low moisture content. Ambient
air moisture, or relative humidity, has no bearing on potential for an explosion.
6 Ignition Source - Ignition source could be a fire, overheated bearing, welding or cutting sparks, debris,
hot metal or electrical failure.
7 Confined Area - An explosive action must take place within a confined area.

Recognizing this hazard, Sukup Manufacturing Co. believes that we all need to work together to prevent
grain dust explosions in order to protect lives, jobs, property and profits. Preventive measures should be
taken to reduce the likelihood of an explosion. Following are some suggestions.

CONTROL DUST

 Employ methods to clean grain to reduce fines.

 Use equipment to minimize breakage, such as decelerators. Corn that is broken exposes grain
starch. NOTE: Starch is the most explosive element of grain.
 Use an outside bag filter to capture dust.
 Use an air system on bucket elevator to reduce dust inside elevator and conveyors.
 Spraying edible mineral oil on grain significantly reduces airborne dust when handling grain.
 Equipment finishes in grain facility should be provided with slick coatings in order to prevent dust
accumulation.
 Enclose all conveyors in an effort to keep dust from escaping.

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CONTROL IGNITION SOURCE

 A “no smoking” policy shall be implemented in all potentially hazardous areas.

 Only explosion-proof lights shall be used.
 All welding and cutting shall take place outside of facility.
 Properly lubricate bearings on all equipment at required intervals.
 Use magnets to trap metal that might be mixed in with grain.
 Check lagging on bucket elevator head pulley and replace it if it is showing signs of wear or is
smooth.
 Use recommended safety devices such as heat detectors on bearings, motion sensors on boot shaft,
belt alignment sensors, or limit switches to shut down system if leg is choked. Make certain all
electrical wiring, lights and outlets meet local codes.

WARNING: Do not repeatedly start and stop elevator to remove obstruction. Doing so
could overheat belt or head pulley, possibly causing an explosion resulting in death or
serious injury.

GRAIN DUST EXPLOSION MYTHS

Several myths have surfaced in regard to grain dust explosions. These are some of the most common:

Myth: Grain dust explosions do not occur in times of high humidity.

FACT: Dust explosions have been known to occur during rainstorms.

Myth: Grain dust explosions do not occur in wooden elevators.

FACT: Wooden elevators are no less susceptible to grain dust explosions than any other
construction type.

Myth: Grain dust explosions do not occur in small country elevators.

FACT: 70% - 80% of grain elevator explosions occur in small country terminals.

Myth: There are only two (2) explosions that occur, a primary and a secondary.
FACT: Up to thirteen (13) explosions have been documented during one (1) single incident.

PRESSURE RELIEF VENTING

Pressure relief vents for trunking can be supplied as optional equipment for all models of bucket
elevators. Pressure relief vents for heads are standard on all models with a 36” pulley and larger, and
optional on smaller units. These vents, should an explosion occur within a leg, may minimize damage to
leg and prevent a secondary explosion.

Remember: Good housekeeping practices and correct safety procedures will help protect lives,
jobs, property and profits.

IMPORTANT: When changing head pulley assembly or motor, do not set on platform if total weight on
platform will exceed 500 lbs. Total weight on any platform cannot exceed 500 lbs. unless otherwise noted.

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Bucket Elevator Safety Decals

It is essential that the following safety decals be mounted on your bucket elevator to warn and remind of
potential hazards. Decals on Sukup bucket elevators are factory-mounted, but may need to be replaced
if they become damaged or unreadable.

Order replacement safety decals or shields free of charge by contacting Sukup Manufacturing Co. by
mail at PO Box 677, Sheffield, Iowa 50475; by phone at 641-892-4222; or by e-mail at [email protected].
Please specify decal number. Use drawing on Page 12 to determine location of decal(s) if replacement is
necessary.

1. Decal L0112 – DANGER: Explosion release 4. Decal L01135 – WARNING: Platform

will cause serious injury or death! collapse can cause serious injury or death.

2. Decal L0113 – WARNING: Falling from

heights may cause serious injury or death.

5. Decal L0114 - WARNING: Exposed buckets

or flights may cause serious injury or death.

3. Decal L0271 – DANGER: Shield missing, do

not operate!

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6. Decal L0164 – WARNING: Failure to heed 8. Decal L0281 - WARNING: To avoid

these warnings may cause serious injury or serious injury or death:
death.

9. Decal L0284 - WARNING: Keep away from

all moving parts

7. Decal L0917 – WARNING: Crush hazard

10. Decal L02612 – WARNING: Flying material

can cause serious injury!

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Bucket Elevator Safety Decal Placement

Check that all safety decals are in place according to Fig. 2 and are legible after elevator is installed.
NOTE: These decals must never be removed, tampered with, painted over or obscured in any way. If decal
replacement becomes necessary, use locations below. Make sure location for decal is free from grease, oil and
dirt. Remove backing from decal and place in proper position.

L02612 – On head
air vent (if used)
L0114
L0164 L0917
L0281

L0113
L01135

L0284
L02612

L0284 L0271 - Shield

L02612 missing (inside)

Belt Guard
Decals

L0284 – Moving
parts (outside)

L0112, L0114 & L02612

L0114 L0114
On pressure relief vents
L0164 L02612
L0281

Fig. 2 – Safety
decal placement

L02612
L0284

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Electrical Wire Clearances

Your local electric utility may be able to provide assistance in planning a safe environment for working
around grain bins. State codes may vary regarding specific clearances for electrical lines around grain
bins. Be certain your local electric utility is in accordance with your state's regulations. To prevent
overhead safety issues, bury electrical lines.
The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) provides clearance envelopes, shown in Fig. 3, for
grain bins filled by permanently installed augers, conveyors or elevators in (ANSI) C2 2007 "National
Electrical Safety Code," Rule 234, Page 120.
NOTE: An electric utility may refuse to provide electrical service to any grain bin built near an existing
electric line that does not provide clearance required by ANSI and the National Electrical Safety Code.

Fig. 3 – Electrical wire clearances

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Bolt Identification and Torque Ratings

Fig. 4 & Table 1 – Torque values

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Component Identification

Component Identification

Fig. 5 – Bucket elevator components

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Dimensions

Dimensions

Fig. 6 & Table 2 – Bucket

elevator head, trunking &
boot dimensions

** See Table 3A on next page for boot inlet height based on inlet design – Standard, Flared or 45°.

CASING
PULLEY DIA. BPH Range A B C D E H J K N P Q R T
FxG
16” 1000-2000 53-7/16 45-5/16 18-13/16 26-1/2 21-1/2 11 x 8 14 30 60 11 10 23-3/4 15 21-3/16
24" 1500-5000 68-1/2 60 26-3/4 33-1/4 21-1/2 13 x 10 23 43 60 13 9 23-5/8 17-1/4 23-3/16
30" 4000-7500 85-3/8 75-1/4 33-1/2 41-3/4 32-5/8 18 x 12 28 52 60 17-5/8 12 28-5/8 22-1/4 30-5/16
36" 6000-10000 98-3/8 87-3/8 37 50-3/8 32-5/8 18 x 12 34 58 60 17-5/8 19 28-5/8 22-1/4 30-5/16
42" 8000-17000 110-3/4 101-1/8 41-1/8 60 32-5/8 22 x 14 40 68 72 22 18 32-3/4 26 38-5/16
48" 15,000-20,000 122-15/16 107-1/2 47-1/2 60 32-13/16 22 x 14 46 74 72 22 24 32-3/4 26 38-5/16
All dimensions are in inches.

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Dimensions

Dimensions

1’

Fig. 7 & Tables 3A & 3B – Bucket

elevator inlet dimensions (in inches)

PULLEY TRUNKING MINIMUM

A
SIZE WIDTH B C STD. C FLARED C 45° D E STD. E FLARED E 45°
16 11 60 29 45-1/8 53 38-1/4 17 33-1/8 41 26-1/4
24 13 60 32-1/2 48-3/4 56-1/2 43-1/8 21-1/2 37-3/4 45-1/2 32-1/8
18 60 37 59-3/4 69-1/2 52-3/4 26 48-3/4 58-1/2 41-3/4
22 * 60 37 59-3/4 69-1/2 52-3/4 26 48-3/4 58-1/2 41-3/4
30 32 * 60 37 59-3/4 69-1/2 52-3/4 26 48-3/4 58-1/2 41-3/4
40 * 60 37 59-3/4 69-1/2 52-3/4 26 48-3/4 58-1/2 41-3/4
44 * 60 37 59-3/4 69-1/2 52-3/4 26 48-3/4 58-1/2 41-3/4
36 18 60 40 62-3/4 72-1/2 55-3/4 29 51-3/4 61-1/2 44-3/4
22 72 43-1/4 72 82-3/4 63-1/4 32-1/4 61 71-3/4 52-1/4
42 32 72 43-1/4 72 82-3/4 63-1/4 32-1/4 61 71-3/4 52-1/4
40 72 43-1/4 72 82-3/4 63-1/4 32-1/4 61 71-3/4 52-1/4
22 72 43 74 84-3/4 62-1/2 36 65 75-3/4 56-1/4
48 32 72 43 74 84-3/4 62-1/2 36 65 75-3/4 56-1/4
40 72 43 74 84-3/4 62-1/2 36 65 75-3/4 56-1/4

PULLEY TRUNKING F G H J K L M N
*For peanut SIZE WIDTH
elevators 16 11 12 7-3/8 6 10 13 22 25 22-1/2
24 13 11 8-3/8 8 12 15 24 27 30
18 11 11-7/8 13 16 19 32 35 38
22 * 11 11-7/8 17 20 23 36 39 38
30 32 * 11 11-7/8 27 30 33 46 49 38
40 * 11 11-7/8 35 38 41 54 57 38
44 * 11 11-7/8 39 42 45 58 61 38
36 18 11 11-7/8 13 16 19 32 35 41
22 11 14-7/8 15-1/2 22 25 40 43 49
42 32 11 14-7/8 25 32 35 50 53 49
40 11 14-7/8 33 40 43 58 61 49
22 11 14-7/8 15-1/2 22 25 40 43 52
48 32 11 14-7/8 25 32 35 50 53 52
40 11 14-7/8 33 40 43 58 61 52

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Dimensions

See Fig. 8 and Tables 4 and 5 for dimensions of square flanges on inlets.

Fig. 8 – Square flange

(All holes are 7/16” X 5/8”)

Pulley (in) Casing A B C D E Hole Qty.

16 11X8 9-3/4 1-11/16 13-1/8 4 12 12
24 13X10 11-3/4 1-11/16 15-1/8 4-21/32 14 12
30 18X12 15-3/4 1-11/16 19-1/8 4-1/2 18 16
36 18X12 15-3/4 1-11/16 19-1/8 4-1/2 18 16
42 22X14 21-3/4 1-11/16 25-1/8 4 24 24
48 22X14 21-3/4 1-11/16 25-1/8 4 24 24
Table 4 – Dimensions for standard inlet square flange

Pulley (in) Casing A B C D E Hole Qty.

16 11X8 9-3/4 1-11/16 13-1/8 4 12 12
24 13X10 11-3/4 1-11/16 15-1/8 4-21/32 14 12
Table 5 – Dimensions for 45° inlet square flange

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Dimensions

See Fig. 9 and Tables 6 and 7 for dimensions of rectangular flanges on inlets.

Fig. 9 – Rectangular flange

(All holes are 7/16” X 5/8”)

Pulley Hole
Casing A B C D E F G H I J K
(in) Qty.
16 11X8 21-3/4 9-3/4 1-11/16 13-1/8 12 25-1/8 24 4 4 3-15/16 4-11/32 18
24 13X10 23-3/4 11-3/4 1-11/16 15-1/8 14 27-1/8 26 4-21/32 4-21/32 4-11/32 4-11/32 18
30 18X12 31-3/4 15-3/4 1-11/16 19-1/8 18 35-1/8 34 4-1/2 4-1/2 5-21/32 5-21/32 20
36 18X12 31-3/4 15-3/4 1-11/16 19-1/8 18 35-1/8 34 4-1/2 4-1/2 5-21/32 5-21/32 20
42 22X14 39-3/4 21-3/4 1-11/16 25-1/8 24 43-1/8 42 4 4 5-1/4 5-1/4 28
48 22X14 39-3/4 21-3/4 1-11/16 25-1/8 24 43-1/8 42 4 4 5-1/4 5-1/4 28
Table 6 – Dimensions for flared inlet rectangular flange

Pulley Hole
Casing A B C D E F
(in) Qty.
18X12 15-25/32 11-7/16 1-11/16 14-13/16 13-11/16 19-5/32 16
22X14 19-3/4 11-13/32 1-11/16 14-25/32 13-21/32 23-1/8 14
30 32X14 29-3/4 11-13/32 1-11/16 14-25/32 13-21/32 33-1/8 18
40X14 37-3/4 11-13/32 1-11/16 14-25/32 13-21/32 41-1/8 22
44X14 41-3/4 11-13/32 1-11/16 14-25/32 13-21/32 45-1/8 22
36 18X12 15-25/32 11-7/16 1-11/16 14-13/16 13-11/16 19-5/32 16
42 22X14 21-3/4 17-5/8 1-11/16 21 19-7/8 25-1/8 22
48 22X14 21-3/4 17-5/8 1-11/16 21 19-7/8 25-1/8 22
Table 7A – Dimensions A-F for 45° inlet rectangular flange

Pulley Hole
Casing G H I J K
(in) Qty.
18X12 18-1/32 4-9/16 4-9/16 4-1/2 4-1/2 16
22X14 22 4-9/16 4-9/16 5-1/2 5-1/2 14
30 32X14 32 4-9/16 4-9/16 5-11/32 5-5/16 18
40X14 40 4-9/16 4-9/16 5 5 22
44X14 44 4-9/16 4-9/16 5-1/2 5-1/2 22
36 18X12 18-1/32 4-9/16 4-9/16 4-1/2 4-1/2 16
42 22X14 24 3-31/32 3-31/32 4 4 22
48 22X14 24 3-31/32 3-31/32 4 4 22
Table 7B – Dimensions G-K for 45° inlet rectangular flange

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Discharge Dimensions
See Fig. 10 and Table 8 for bolt hole pattern of head discharge based on size of leg casing.

Fig. 10 & Table 8 – Head discharge bolt hole patterns, quantities & spacing

SIZE PATTERN HOLE QTY. A B

11” 2 12 4-13/32” 13-1/4”
13” 3 16 3-3/4" 15”
18” 3 16 5” 20”
22” 4 24 4” 24”

Sizes of square flanges that fit elevators are as follows: 11” for elevator with 16” head pulley (11” x 8” leg
casing); 13” for elevator with 24” head pulley (13” x 10” leg casing); 18” for elevator with 30” or 36” head
pulley (18” x 12” leg casing); 22” for elevator with 42” or 48” head pulley (22” x 14” leg casing).

NOTE: All bolt holes are 7/16” diameter.

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Pre-Installation Information

Pre-Installation Information
Bucket Elevators are designed to be vertically self-supporting when erected, but must be supported
against wind loads. This elevator has not been designed to support other equipment such as cleaners,
distributors, spouting, etc. Separate structures must be provided to support any accessory equipment.
Sukup Manufacturing Co. is the provider of this elevator and has supplied certain optional accessories
only, and does not assume responsibility for the installation. Installation recommendations in this manual
are general guidelines only. It is the responsibility of user and/or installer to consult a civil or structural
engineer regarding installation, including but not limited to construction, supervision, foundation, guying
or bracing for specific site.
NOTE: The MOST IMPORTANT preparations are retaining a licensed engineer to plan installation and a
qualified millwright or contractor to erect elevator and accompanying equipment and structures.
Elevator Location
Elevator must be properly located to receive incoming material and discharge it at desired location. This
requires an exact location for boot section. Determine whether boot is to be fed from down or up side, or
from both sides of elevator. The down-leg side is recommended for light material that tends to dust, such
as flour or feeds. The up-leg side is recommended for heavier materials such as whole grains. Check
planned locations for boot, head, spouting, guy cables or support tower for clearance from other
structures. Driveways, overhead power lines and buildings can present special hazards and obstructions
and will need to be considered. See Fig. 3 for electrical wire clearance requirements.
Electrical Requirements
A qualified electrician should make all electrical connections. Check local codes before installation.
A lockable external line disconnect switch, in compliance with local codes, must be provided and located
as close as possible to elevator. When elevator is connected to other machinery, electrical interlock
priorities should be maintained so that if any other equipment fails, all preceding equipment would stop.
NOTE: Local authority with jurisdiction should be contacted prior to and during planning and installation.
NOTE: If a dual-drive system is used, additional equipment may be needed to balance load between
motors. It is customer’s responsibility to identify this situation and supply such equipment. Customers
can contact Sukup Manufacturing Co. for load-balancing options if a dual-drive system is required.
Foundation
DISCLAIMER: It shall be the sole responsibility of the customer to obtain actual foundation drawings
designed by and constructed to the specifications of a licensed professional structural engineer with
knowledge of the actual soil and load specific to the project and location. Consideration should also
include, but not be limited to, live loads, dead loads, wind loads, soil bearing loads, seismic zone, proper
moisture run-off on top of base, and types of aeration applied for the project.
Sukup Manufacturing Co. will not be responsible for any damage to a product, including, but not limited
to, any damage that results from poor soil conditions or inadequate concrete type, grade, bearing
strength, and construction method. Soil bearing tests must be performed by a competent, independent,
engineering firm. Concrete foundation construction must be done by a competent concrete contractor.
If boot is installed in a pit or other Estimated boot footing load (lbs.)
structure, adequate clearance must be 60 12,251
provided to service elevator. Enough 80 14,589 Table 9 – Footing loads
clearance should be provided to remove 100 17,366 for elevator supported
boot pulley and to fully remove clean-out by tower
120 19,846
slides, as well as perform all other forms of
140 22,409
maintenance. On outdoor installations, pit
160 24,889
will require a sump pump or drain.
180 27,368

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Pre-Installation Information

Boot Footing Loads for Elevators Supported by Guy Wires

Estimated boot footing load (lbs.)

16” 24" 30" 36" 42"
Table 10 – Footing
150' 45,730 53,800 66,900 70,300 82,200
loads for elevator
140' 37,400 44,000 55,500 58,800 69,000 supported by guy
120' 32,385 38,100 48,400 51,600 60,900 wires
100' 27,540 32,400 41,400 44,600 53,100
80' 22,695 26,700 34,600 37,700 45,300
60' 14,705 17,300 24,700 27,700 34,000

Guy Wires & Anchors

Bucket elevator must be braced every 20’ from head section to top of boot. Guy cables are generally
used for bracing above ground level. For legs extending into pits (below ground level) bracing near
ground level is recommended to obtain maximum overhead guy cable clearance. Four guy cables, 90°
apart, are installed to each guy wire bracket. Anchors must be designed by a structural engineer to
match soil conditions.

CABLE ANCHOR LOCATIONS

Fig. 11 – Cable anchor

locations, guy cable
loading. See Table 11.

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Guy Wire Loading

NOTE: Elevator with 48” pulleys and all elevators taller than 150’ must be supported by a tower. Otherwise see Table 12 for anchoring.

Pulley & Height Anchor (A) Anchor (B) Anchor (C)

Trunking No. of Horiz. Horiz. Vert. No. of Horiz. Horiz. Vert. No. of Horiz. Horiz. Vert.
Size (ft.) Sets Dist. (ft.) Load (lbs.) Load (lbs.) Sets Dist. (ft.) Load (lbs.) Load (lbs.) Sets Dist. (ft.) Load (lbs.) Load (lbs.)
(in) H N (a) LH LV N (b) LH LV N (c) LH LV
40 2 40 6149 4576
60 3 60 9884 6527
80 2 40 6163 4410 2 80 6797 5938
16
100 2 40 6384 4568 3 100 10638 8487
8x11
120 2 40 6572 4702 4 120 14672 10964
140 3 60 10603 6743 4 140 15062 11805
150 2 40 6855 4904 2 80 6783 5826 4 150 15203 12904
40 2 40 7235 5384
60 3 60 11628 7679
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80 2 40 7251 5189 2 80 7996 6986

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13x10 100 2 40 7510 5374 3 100 12515 9985
120 2 40 7732 5532 4 120 17261 12899
140 3 60 12474 7933 4 140 17720 13888
150 2 40 8065 5770 2 80 7980 6854 4 150 17886 15181
40 2 40 8315 6194
60 3 60 13378 8846
80 2 40 8334 5962 2 80 9234 8069
30 & 36
100 2 40 8642 6182 3 100 14454 11536
18x12
120 2 40 8905 6370 4 120 19941 14909
140 3 60 14382 9147 4 140 20495 16069
150 2 40 9388 6715 2 80 9303 7988 4 150 20961 17004
60 3 60 15924 10544
80 2 40 9910 7088 2 80 11035 9645
42 100 2 40 10287 7357 3 100 17276 13793
22x14 120 2 40 10611 7589 4 120 23841 17834
140 3 60 17157 10914 4 140 24532 19241
150 2 40 11204 8012 2 80 11119 9845 4 150 25112 20377
Table 12 – Guy wire loading

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General Instructions

General Installation Procedures

There are many methods for erecting bucket elevators and they will vary depending on conditions at job
site, kind of hoisting equipment available, crew experience, personal preference and, of course, size and
rigidity of elevator casing. However, Sukup Manufacturing Co. suggests the following procedure:

1. Set boot on footing.

2. Position crane so leg and all spouting can be constructed in one (1) set-up.
3. Assemble leg sections in 30’ segments, with (as applicable) ladders, safety cages and any
platforms. (Refer to separate manual for ladder and platform construction).
4. Lift elevator and continue to add assembled leg sections until legs are complete.
5. Securely brace and plumb elevator as trunking is added.
6. Assemble head section including work platform, drive components and a minimum of one 10’ leg
section. Lift assembly into place.
7. Install belt and make a temporary splice.
8. Fasten buckets to belt and make a permanent splice.
9. Check for loose fasteners and check operation of elevator without material.

Boot Installation

NOTE: If boot has spiral wing or herringbone wing pulley, confirm that pulley will rotate in proper
direction before boot installation. See sticker on pulley that indicates rotation direction.

Boot of an elevator must be set on a firm and level foundation. A boot that is not level makes elevator
very difficult to plumb. Shim and grout as required to level boot section. Use a carpenter’s level on
flanges to verify that boot is level and plumb. When this has been accomplished – and only then – secure
boot by tightening down anchor bolts. Care must be exercised not to disturb alignment of boot section.

One of two methods may be used to anchor boot to foundation. In the first, holes in frame are used. In
the second option, a clamp plate (not supplied by Sukup Manufacturing Co.) is used to hold down boot.
Anchor bolt size should be 1/2" diameter minimum.

After boot is positioned and leveled, it must be anchored to prevent shifting. Recheck boot level after
tightening bolts and nuts securely. BOOT MUST BE LEVEL AND PLUMB. A boot that is 1/16” per foot
out of level will cause 6” deviation from plumb at 100’ elevation. Boot base dimension information is
provided on next page for use in setting anchor bolts.

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General Instructions

OPTION # 1 - ANCHORS IN BOOT FRAME

PULLEY DIA. A B C D E F
16” 11 N/A 22 13-3/4 30 15-1/4
24" 17-1/2 NA 35 15-1/2 43 17-1/4
30" 11-3/4 20-1/2 44 20-3/8 52 22-1/4
36" 11-3/4 26-1/2 50 20-3/8 58 22-1/4
42" 11-3/4 36-1/2 60 24-1/8 68 26
48” 11-3/4 36-1/2 60 24-1/8 74 26

Fig. 12 & Table 13 – Anchoring boot frame with bolts

OPTION # 2 - USING CLIPS TO ANCHOR BOOT

PULLEY DIA. A B C D E F
16” 11 N/A 22 16-1/2 30 15-1/4
24" 17-1/2 NA 35 18-1/4 43 17-1/4
30" 11-3/4 20-1/2 44 23-1/4 52 22-1/4
36" 11-3/4 26-1/2 50 23-1/4 58 22-1/4
42" 16-1/4 27-1/2 60 27 68 26
48” 16-1/4 33-1/2 63 27 74 26

Fig. 13 & Table 14 – Anchoring boot frame with clips

All dimensions are in inches

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General Instructions

Boot Inlet Location

Once boot is installed, inlet hopper can be attached on either upside (high position) or downside (low
position) of boot. Most free-flowing materials such as grain are best fed into boot on up-leg side in a high
position. Feeds or light materials that tend to dust can be fed on down-leg side in a low position.
Sometimes this will help obtain maximum fill level of buckets. When mounting hopper on up leg in high
position, bottom of hopper should be no lower than centerline of pulley in its highest position. If hopper is
mounted on downside low position, hopper inlet should be no lower than centerline of pulley in its lowest
position. Boot hoppers are shipped separately and need to be installed to boot end panels.

Fig. 14 & Table 15 – Positioning boot inlet

MINIMUM CUT HEIGHT ON BOOT

PULLEY DIA.
"A" - DOWN LEG "B" - UP LEG
16” 17” 29”
24" 21-5/8” 32-5/8”
30" 26-1/8” 37-1/8”
36" 29-1/8” 40-1/8”
42" 32-3/8” 43-3/8”
48” 36” 47”

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General Instructions

Proper positioning and size of inlet hopper is critical to performance of bucket elevator. Loss of elevator
capacity will occur if buckets are not properly fed with incoming material. If inlet is too small, material
must be fed into boot at excessive speed. Excess velocity of incoming material causes damage. Buckets
do not fill properly and material backs up in boot, clogging inlet. Grinding and churning in boot area will
damage product and excessive power will be required to operate system.

When feeding on up-leg side, device that feeds elevator (auger, belt conveyor, spout, hopper, etc.) must
feed material into boot ABOVE centerline of pulley. Every effort should be made when designing feeding
equipment or spouting that direction of flowing material is perpendicular to buckets. This will reduce or
eliminate any off-center loading of buckets. Achieving bucket elevator’s rated capacity cannot happen
without even and consistent bucket fill.

Before cutting hole into backside of boot for inlet hopper, use a marker to trace inside dimensions of inlet
hopper onto boot. This will help ensure inlet’s inside walls are flush with hole where inlet will be mounted,
preventing blockage to incoming grain.

Shovel Pocket Hopper

On left side of boot, on both sides, is an area that has been designed for field installation of an optional
shovel pocket hopper. The cover, attached at factory, should not be removed if a shovel pocket hopper is
not installed. The same is true for factory-attached covers over areas designed for optional rub block.

Fig. 15 – Shovel pocket hopper location

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Leg Trunking Stacking

Leg Trunking Stacking Guidelines

There are several factors that affect the sequence of trunking sections. A major factor is the site. An
elevator installed at ground level, or grade, will have a different trunking stacking arrangement than an
elevator installed in a pit or sump. Another factor is overall height. A third factor is model of bucket
elevator.
The following guidelines pertain to Sukup bucket elevators:
1. Trunking sections of equal length are to be stacked across from each other in adjoining legs of a
bucket elevator.
a. A regular 5-ft. section in “down leg” is to be placed across from a 5-ft. section in “up leg,”
and so on.
2. Trunking is manufactured in lengths of 1 ft. through 10 ft.
3. Trunking sections should be positioned so fasteners on long seams are on outside edges of
elevator legs. This is preferable in all cases, but mandatory when pressure-relief vents are used.
4. External supports are required at 20-ft. intervals and attach to guy wire or support tower brackets
or trunking section flanges. This distance is measured starting at grade and continuing upward.
Unless otherwise instructed, never weld supports directly to sheet metal.
5. Trunking sections are stacked so there are joints at 20-ft. intervals. This distance is also
measured starting at grade and continuing upward. This is to coincide with external support
requirements.
a. Depending on model and type of site installation, a section of 1 ft. through 9 ft. may need
to be stacked directly on top of boot assembly or inspection section to arrive at the initial
20-ft. interval. See stacking table(s) for specific information on your size of elevator
b. Additional short section (less than 10 ft.) is used if needed on upper end of elevator.
6. Squaring plates and sets of tie angles are installed at both ends of most regular trunking sections.
See Tables 16-21 for locations of squaring plates and tie angles depending on head pulley
diameter and location of elevator boot (pit or ground level). NOTE: If ladder will be used, one tie
angle will be attached at bottom of inspection section to mount ladder.
7. Two thicknesses of sheet metal are used for 10-ft. trunking. See below. Both thicknesses are not
necessarily used on each bucket elevator. See stacking arrangement table for your size of bucket
elevator for specific information.
a. Trunking sections are labeled before they leave factory. These labels show gauge number
of sheet metal used in manufacturing trunking.
b. Sheet metal thickness is measured by gauge number. Smaller numbers indicate thicker
material.
(1) 10-gauge-galvanized material measures approximately 0.138”.
(2) 12-gauge-galvanized material measures approximately 0.108”.

ALWAYS PLACE 10-FT. TRUNKING SECTIONS MADE OF THINNER SHEET METAL

ABOVE
10-FT. TRUNKING SECTIONS MADE OF THICKER SHEET METAL.
(Only exception is if pressure relief vents are used. Trunking section with pressure relief vent may be
made of thicker metal than section below it. See applicable note on Page 36.)

WARNING: Not stacking trunking sections according to above recommendations

could result in collapse of bucket elevator, causing death or serious injury.

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Trunking for 16” - 36” Pulley Elevator

16” and 24” Dia. Pulley Bucket Elevator Trunking

Only 12-gauge sheet metal is used for 10-ft. trunking sections used for 16” pulley bucket elevators, which
use 11” x 8” trunking.

Two gauges of sheet metal are used for 10-ft. trunking sections used for 24” pulley bucket elevators,
which use 13” x 10” trunking. A maximum of 26 pieces of 12-gauge (0.108” thickness) trunking can be
used. As height of bucket elevator increases, up to an additional 12 pieces of 10-ft. trunking sections
made of 10-gauge sheet metal can be added. Ten-foot trunking sections made of 12-gauge sheet
metal are always placed above 10-ft. trunking sections made of 10-gauge sheet metal. See
exception noted on Page 28.

30” and 36” Dia. Pulley Bucket Elevator Trunking

Two gauges of sheet metal are used for 10-ft. trunking sections used for 30” and 36” pulley bucket
elevators, both of which use 18” x 12” trunking. A maximum of 26 pieces of 10-ft. trunking made of 12-
gauge sheet metal (0.108”) can be used. As height of bucket elevator increases, up to an additional 12
pieces of 10-ft. trunking sections made of 10-gauge sheet metal can be added. Ten-foot trunking
sections made of 12-gauge sheet metal are always placed above 10-ft. trunking sections made of
10-gauge sheet metal. See exception noted on Page 28.

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Trunking for 16” - 36” Pulley Elevator

Table 16 shows general trunking stacking arrangement for ground level installations of 16” pulley bucket
elevators with 11” x 8” trunking, 24” pulley bucket elevators with 13” x 10” trunking, and 30” and 36”
pulley bucket elevators with 18” x 12” trunking.
TRUNKING & BRACING WITH BOOT AT GROUND LEVEL

HEAD

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Sections

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Inspection
Section (ft) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
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Boot Ht (ft) 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Discharge
20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' 26' 27' 28' 29' 30' 31' … 220'
Height (ft)

1 SQUARING PLATE INSERT REMAINING 10' SECTIONS UNTIL

= = 1 TIE ANGLE = NOTHING REQUIRED * =
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w/ 2 TIE ANGLES DESIRED ELEVATOR HEIGHT IS ATTAINED

NOTE: Single tie angle at top of section just below head section is for ladder connection only.
NOTE: Single tie angle at bottom of inspection section is for ladder connection only.

Table 16 – Trunking from ground-level boot to discharge (No pit)

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Trunking for 16” - 36” Pulley Elevator

16”, 24”, 30” & 36” Dia. Pulley Bucket Elevator Trunking - Below Ground Level Installations
Tables 17-18 apply to 16”, 24”, 30” and 36” dia. pulley bucket elevators in pits, sumps, and other below-ground-level installations. NOTE: If
ground-level deck over 15’ or 25’ pit is planned but a joint between trunking sections would interfere, install 5’ section before 10’ section.

TRUNKING & BRACING WITH BOOT IN PIT

Use this table to stack elevator from boot to ground level. See Table 18 for stacking from Inspection Section to Head Section

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Boot (ft) 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 5

Pit
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Depth (ft)

= 1 SQUARING PLATE w/ 2 TIE ANGLES = 1 TIE ANGLE = NOTHING REQUIRED

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NOTE: Single tie angle at bottom of Section 1 is for ladder connection only.
Table 17 – Pit trunking (boot to bottom of inspection section)

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Trunking for 16” - 36” Pulley Elevator

Once trunking is above top of pit structure, stacking sequence needs to follow Table 18.

Stacking sequence shown in Table 18 is based on bottom of inspection section being 5 ft. above grade for optimum visibility of, and access to,
elevator belting and cups. Any adjustment to inspection section height will require changes to stacking arrangement shown .
TRUNKING & BRACING ABOVE PIT
HEAD

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Inspection
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Section (ft.)
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Elevation Above Grade
20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' 26' 27' 28' 29' 30' 31' … 220'
(Discharge Height minus Pit Depth)

1 SQUARING PLATE INSERT REMAINING 10' SECTIONS UNTIL

= = 1 TIE ANGLE = NOTHING REQUIRED * =
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w/ 2 TIE ANGLES DESIRED ELEVATOR HEIGHT IS ATTAINED

NOTE: Single tie angle at top of section just below head section is for ladder connection only.
Table 18 – Trunking above pit from inspection section to discharge

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Trunking for 42” - 48” Pulley Elevator

42” & 48” Dia. Pulley Bucket Elevator Trunking

Two gauges of sheet metal are used for 10-ft. trunking sections used for 42” and 48” pulley bucket
elevators, which use 22” x 14” trunking. A maximum of 26 pieces of 10-ft. trunking made of 12-gauge
sheet metal (0.108” thickness) can be used. As height of bucket elevator increases, an additional 22
pieces of 10-gauge (0.138” thickness) trunking can be added. Ten-foot trunking sections made of 12-
gauge sheet metal are always placed above trunking sections made of 10-gauge sheet metal. See
exception noted on Page 28.

Table 19 shows general trunking stacking arrangement for ground level installations of 42” and 48”
pulley bucket elevators using 22” x 14” trunking.

TRUNKING & BRACING WITH BOOT AT GROUND LEVEL

HEAD

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Sections

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4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
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Inspection
Section (ft) 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
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Boot Ht (ft) 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6

Discharge
20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' 26' 27' 28' 29' 30' 31' … 220'
Height (ft.)

1 SQUARING PLATE INSERT REMAINING 10' SECTIONS UNTIL

= = 1 TIE ANGLE = NOTHING REQUIRED * =
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w/ 2 TIE ANGLES DESIRED ELEVATOR HEIGHT IS ATTAINED

NOTE: Single tie angle at top of section just below head section is for ladder connection only.
NOTE: Single tie angle at bottom of inspection section is for ladder connection only.

Table 19 – Trunking from ground-level boot to discharge (No pit)

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42” & 48” Dia. Pulley Bucket Elevator Trunking - Below Ground Level Installation
Tables 20-21 apply to 42” and 48” pulley bucket elevators in pits, sumps, and other below-ground-level installations. NOTE: If ground-level deck
over 16’ or 26’ pit is planned but a joint between trunking sections would interfere, install 6’ section before 10’ section.

TRUNKING & BRACING WITH BOOT IN PIT

Use this table to stack elevator from boot to ground level. See Table 21 for stacking from Inspection Section to Head Section

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Section 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Section 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

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Section 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
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Boot (ft.) 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6 6

Pit
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Depth (ft.)

= 1 SQUARING PLATE w/ 2 TIE ANGLES = 1 TIE ANGLE = NOTHING REQUIRED

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NOTE: Single tie angle at bottom of Section 1 is for ladder connection only.

Table 20 – Pit trunking (boot to bottom of inspection section)

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Once trunking is above top of pit structure, stacking sequence needs to follow Table 21.

Stacking sequence shown in Table 21 is based on bottom of inspection section being 6 ft. above grade for optimum visibility of, and access to,
elevator belting and cups. Any adjustment to inspection section height will require changes to stacking arrangement shown .

TRUNKING & BRACING ABOVE PIT

HEAD

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

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Sections from 20’ Ht. to Head Section

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 * * * * * * * * * *
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To reach
4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4
20'
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Inspection
10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10
Section (ft.)
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Elevation Above Grade
20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' 26' 27' 28' 29' 30' 31' … 220'
(Discharge Height minus Pit Depth)

1 SQUARING PLATE INSERT REMAINING 10' SECTIONS UNTIL

= = 1 TIE ANGLE = NOTHING REQUIRED * =
|

w/ 2 TIE ANGLES DESIRED ELEVATOR HEIGHT IS ATTAINED

NOTE: Single tie angle at top of section just below head section is for ladder connection only.
Table 21 – Trunking above pit from inspection section to discharge

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Trunking Assembly Overview

If elevator has pressure-relief vents in trunking, they should

be spaced at 20’ increments starting at second section
down from elevator head. See Fig. 16. Hinges should be on
bottom of vent so door stays open after a pressure release.
NOTE: Legs must be assembled with pressure-relief vents
on outside as shown. Fig. 16 – Pressure
relief vent spacing
Trunking sections containing pressure relief vents are made
of the following gauges of metal:
11” x 8” trunking for 16” pulley elevator -12ga
13” x 10” trunking for 24” pulley elevator – 12ga
18” x 12” trunking for 30” and 36” pulley elevator – 10ga
22” x 14” trunking for 42” and 48” pulley elevator – 10ga

NOTE: Trunking with pressure relief vent may have lighter-

gauge trunking below it depending on height of elevator
and whether gauge was upgraded at time of order.

See Leg Trunking Stacking Guidelines on Page 28 and

tables on Pages 30-35 for specific stacking order
depending on size of trunking.

IMPORTANT: For best results, follow instructions carefully

to build 30’ sections of trunking. Trunking assembly
instructions begin on next page.

If leg is not supported by a tower, be sure to install guy wire

brackets during trunking assembly. See Figs. 20 & 21 for
guy wire bracket installation.

Normally, 30’ of leg section is pre-assembled on ground

with (if applicable) platforms, ladders and safety cages, and
then lifted into place. Refer to separate manual on
platforms, ladders and cages for proper assembly of these
components.

Use of squaring plates with alignment pins will make

erection of elevator legs easier, safer, and will result in a
more square and rigid final assembly.

Bolted flanges on trunking should be on outsides of assembled elevator legs as shown in Fig. 16.

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Assembly of Trunking Sections

On level ground, position three pairs of 10’ trunking sections on pallets or other flat, level surface(s). See
Image 1. NOTE: Before bolting sections of trunking together, apply silicone caulk to flanges of lower
section to help create a watertight seal. Bolt flanges of one leg together to create a 30’ section. Use 3/8”
flange bolts (J0611) and 3/8” nuts (J1017). Flanges of other leg will be bolted together later. NOTE: Bolts
should be inserted so their heads will be on top side of end flanges when section is stacked.

3/8 X 1”
FLANGE
BOLTS
(J0611) &
3/8” NUTS
(J1017)

3/8 X 1” BOLT
(J0606) & 3/8”
NUT (J1017)

Image 1 – Positioning 10’ trunking sections & bolting flanges Image 2 – Bolting tie angle to flanges
Adjust 10’ section so bolt holes in tie angle will line up with bolt holes of flanges in both leg sections. Bolt
tie angle to flanges. See Image 2. NOTE: Standard 3/8” hex-head cap screws (J0606) and 3/8” nuts
(J1017) are used to connect angles to trunking. This provides clearance for socket.

3/8 X 1” FLANGE
BOLTS (J0611) &
3/8” NUTS (J1017)

Image 3 – Bolting flanges of second leg together Image 4 – Bolting tie angles to flanges

Bolt flanges of other leg together loosely. See Image 3.

Bolt one tie angle to other end of 30’ sections, then attach two tie angles at each flange connection. Use
drift punch as needed to ensure alignment. See Image 4.
Once all six tie angles have been attached to top side of 30’ section, tighten bolts in flanges.

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Image 5 – Lifting 30’ section Image 6 – Bolting flanges together

Use fork lift to position sections as shown in Image 5. Tightly bolt together flanges that were inaccessible
when trunking was lying down. See Image 6.

3/8 X 1”
FLANGE
BOLTS (J0611)
& 3/8” NUTS
(J1017)

Images 7-10 – Attaching tie angles, squaring plates & alignment pins

Attach tie angles to ends as in Image 7 and at flange connections as shown in Image 8. Use J0606 bolts.
Attach squaring plates as shown in Images 8 & 9 using J0611 bolts. NOTE: Bolts should be inserted so
their heads will be on top side of flanges when section is stacked.

3/8 X 1”
FLANGE
BOLTS
(J0611) & 3/8”
NUTS (J1017)

Images 11-13 – Attaching alignment pins

Attach alignment pins using one nut above and one below squaring plate. See Images 11 & 12. Attach
pins to bottom squaring plate of 30’ section as shown in Image 13 to ease stacking later.

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Use string and look through trunking to check alignment. If needed, loosen tie bar and squaring plate
bolts and realign. Retighten bolts and recheck.

Images 14 & 15 – Checking alignment

Stacking Procedure

Attach crane to top end of bottom section assembly and lift it into position on boot. When lifting a section
assembly, do NOT drag free end on ground. Use a telehandler or loader to lift other end. See Fig. 17 for
proper lifting of assembled 30’ trunking sections.

NOTE: Bottom section will be the one needed to stack up to 20’ of elevation. Be sure inspection door is
positioned properly to view cups on up-leg side.

CORRECT LIFTING METHOD

INCORRECT LIFTING METHOD

Fig. 17 – Lifting assembled leg sections

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As each trunking section is lowered onto one below, align pins with matching holes of squaring plate on
lower section of trunking. Once upper section is in place and aligned, bolt the two sections together.
DANGER: Only an experienced aerial worker using an approved fall restraint system
should bolt assembled sections together. Never detach crane until trunking section is
secure and completely supported. Fall will result in death or serious injury.
ALIGNMENT PINS IN SQUARING
PLATE ON UPPER 30’ SECTION
OF TRUNKING

Fig. 18 – Using pins

to align trunking
sections during
stacking

GUIDE ALIGNMENT PINS INTO

MATING HOLES IN SQUARING
PLATE OF LOWER SECTION.

Fig. 19 – Assembled
trunking sections

Install flange bolts at lower connection and tighten. Leave crane attached and plumb section assembly at
top. Do this by pulling trunking with a strap from support tower or using guy cables. Once trunking is
plumb, tighten all bolts using torque specifications provided in this manual.
NOTE: Hardware for tie angles and squaring plates may need to be loosened at top and intermediate
seams to allow trunking to be plumbed. DO NOT remove any hardware; only loosen if needed to allow
for slip between components.
Lift and install remaining assembled sections. Plumb and secure each section as it is assembled using
method specified above.

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Guy Wire Brackets

Unless elevator will be supported by a support tower (See note on Page 23), guy wire brackets should be
located every 20’ in height, starting approximately 20’ above grade. Except for uppermost brackets, all
should be positioned above a tie angle as shown in Fig. 20.

Fig. 20 – Positioning of guy wire brackets above tie angles

DISCLAIMER: It shall not be the responsibility of Sukup Manufacturing Co. to determine suitable guying
and/or bracing methods and materials. Customer (or its retained engineer or construction supervisor) is
responsible and should give consideration to include the following, but not be limited to, live loads, dead
loads, wind loads, soil bearing loads, seismic zone, and moisture run-off on top of base.
Sukup Manufacturing Co. will not be responsible for any damage to a product, including, but not limited
to, any damage that results from inadequate or improper guying and/or bracing methods and materials.

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Uppermost guy wire brackets must be field-welded to trunking as shown in Fig. 21.

Fig. 21 – Field-welding top guy wire brackets to trunking

Attach guy wires to elevator only by means of four-wire bolt-on brackets shown in Figs. 20 and 21.

WARNING: Incorrect attachment of guy wires to elevator or bracing from an adjoining

structure could result in collapse of elevator and death or serious injury.

Follow sequence shown in Fig. 22 for proper clamping of guy wires. Both clamps must be positioned as
shown.

Fig. 22 – Order of installation and positioning of cable clamps

Protecting guy wires

● Consider placing curbs or guards around anchors to prevent damage from traffic.
● Guy wires near ground level must be guarded and visible to prevent injuries.

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Drawings in Fig. 23 give proper guying arrangement at various heights. Cable lengths shown are
straight-line lengths from ground level to connecting point on guy wire bracket. No allowance in length is
made for sag, cable clamping, turnbuckles or off-level anchors.

Cable Lengths

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Attaching Head Section

Head section should always be assembled with a minimum 10’ of securely braced and supported
trunking. (Hood is not assembled until belt and cup installation is complete). Carefully lift head and set it
on trunking as shown in Fig. 24.
WARNING: Do not lift head unit of elevator using lifting eyes provided on hood (bonnet).
Lifting eyes are not designed for weight of head unit. Failure to heed this warning could
result in fall of equipment causing death or serious injury.

Fig. 24 – Assembling head section

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Attach discharge hopper and uppermost leg sections. If elevator has a work/service platform and/or a
distributor platform, they should be installed at this time. See instructions in Platform and Ladder manual,
L25005. Lift completed head assembly onto top elevator section. DO NOT install hood at this time. After
head assembly is attached to elevator and guy wires are installed, or elevator is secured to support tower,
double check that entire unit is plumb with a laser, transit (taking several measurements) or a plumb line.
Fig. 25 illustrates plumb line method. Maximum out-of-plumb tolerance should not exceed 1/4".
NOTE: Depending on lifting equipment and platforms, it may be best to attach drive components such as
speed reducer and motor before head section is lifted onto top of elevator. See Drive Installation
instructions beginning on Page 52.

Fig. 25 – Using plumb line to ensure proper alignment

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Belt & Buckets Installation Overview

1. Adjust boot pulley to its highest position to allow for maximum belt adjustment. If unit has a
gravity take-up it must be properly supported to prevent it from slipping and causing serious injury
or damage. Take-ups on each side of boot must be evenly raised to prevent damage to bearings.
2. Remove cleanout slides at bottom of boot.
3. Remove front and back panels of inspection section.
4. Rig a rope or cable (haulage line) through inspection section of UP leg through which belt will be
pulled into elevator. See Fig. 31. Rope or cable is then hauled up the UP leg side, over the head
pulley, and down the DOWN elevator leg. Usually, rope or cable can be passed around boot take-
up pulley and out of cleanout to a winch so belt can be pulled into elevator. A spreader bar should
be fabricated to connect rope or cable to belt.
5. For shorter elevators, buckets can be pre-assembled to belt. However, additional weight of
buckets and connecting hardware make belt more difficult to install on tall elevators when buckets
are pre-installed. If buckets are pre-assembled, be sure not to install buckets in splice area.
Choose method that is safest for you.
6. If drive belts were previously installed, remove them to allow head pulley to rotate freely.
However, be careful that buckets belt does not run away when belt in down leg is longer than belt
in up leg.
7. Once belt is threaded through both sides of leg, let belt hang for at least 24 hours. This will relieve
stress from belt being rolled up and achieve the initial stretch common to belting.
8. Pull ends of belt together using a come-along and splice belt using your preferred method. It is
vitally important that splice be perfectly aligned. Belt edges must be parallel to permit tracking of
belt and satisfactory elevator operation. Splicing methods (See Fig. 32) include:
a. Lap splice – This is easiest splicing method. Make sure belt ends overlap as shown so
inner belt end does not have to “climb” over pulleys. Sukup Manufacturing recommends
six-bucket spacing at splice.
b. Butt splice – This is stronger and smoother when running than a lap splice, and is most
often recommended on heavier belts. Re-splicing takes more time than a lap splice due to
number of buckets involved. Sukup Manufacturing recommends 12-bucket spacing at
splice.
c. Mechanical splice – This splice is smoothest when running and is a superior splice. It is
also the most difficult splice to make properly.
9. After splice is made, remove any slack in belt by lowering boot pulley. It is important that boot
pulley and shaft are checked and maintained to be level.
10. If buckets are attached after belt is spliced, fasten a bucket (or row of buckets) to pre-punched
holes in belt. Skip five- or 10-hole patterns and attach next bucket(s). Multiple buckets in same
row will be staggered as shown in Fig. 29. Continue this until one complete revolution is made
through elevator. Start fastening buckets in center of gap between previously installed buckets.
11. This procedure uses buckets as counterweights. If buckets are attached to belt in consecutive
rows, the strand of belt in UP leg will carry appreciably more weight than strand in DOWN leg.
Considerable backward pull on head pulley would result and it would make it much more difficult
to advance belt. Continue sequence for as many revolutions as necessary until full complement
of buckets has been fastened to belt.

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12. Trim front lip of cups at splice section. (This is not required when using a mechanical splice.) Trim
off an amount equal to belt thickness.
13. Adjust throat wipe (Fig. 30) so there is approximately 1/8” to 1/4” distance between lip of cup and
edge of wiper.
14. Attach hood to head section (See Page 51) and attach drive belts (See Page 57).

Attaching Buckets
Figs. 26-29 show attachment of buckets. They can be attached either before or after belt is installed (See
Fig. 31) depending on height of elevator and lifting equipment (crane) availability. In either case, be sure
to position fanged bolts as shown in Fig. 27. Tighten bolts from center of bucket and work toward ends,
alternating sides as shown in Fig. 27. This will help keep bucket centered on belt and ensure proper belt
tracking. Nuts should be torqued to 4 ft. lbs. for 1/4" bolts and 6 ft. lbs. for 5/16” bolts. Belt comes pre-
punched as determined at time of order. Contact Sukup Manufacturing Co. if belt was supplied by others.
IMPORTANT: Review Belt & Buckets Installation Overview beginning on previous page before attaching.

4 2 1 3

Fig. 27 – Positioning of fanged bolts

Fig. 26 – Haulage line connection to belt

FANGED BOLT

Fig. 28 – Attaching buckets to belt

Fig. 30 – Adjusting
Fig. 29 – Staggered buckets
throat wipe

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Belt Installation
There are two basic methods of installing belt in an elevator (with cups attached or without) depending
on height of elevator and lifting equipment (crane) available. See Fig. 31.
Any of three styles of belt splice can be selected. See Fig. 32. IMPORTANT: Review Belt & Buckets
Installation Overview beginning on Page 46 before starting installation.
IMPORTANT: Let belt hang for at least 24 hours before splicing ends.
NOTE: Contact dealer/installer and/or see instructions on Page 50 for belt-tightening weight
specifications.
WARNING: End panels should never be removed from a boot section after erection of
elevator. Removal could cause elevator to collapse, resulting in death or serious injury.

INSTALLING BELT WITH BUCKETS ATTACHED INSTALLING BELT ONLY (FOR 100’-PLUS
(ONLY FOR ELEVATOR UNDER 100’ DISCHARGE ELEVATOR DISCHARGE HEIGHT)
HEIGHT UNLESS USING CRANE)

Fig. 31 – Installing belt with cups (left) or without cups attached (right)

NOTE: If installing rub blocks to shut down elevator in case of incorrect tracking of belt, see Assembly
Instructions document L1888.

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Fig. 32 – Belt splicing options

NOTE: Lap and butt splice specifications are for legs up to 249’. If discharge height is 250’ or more,
increase to seven-bucket overlap.

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NOTE: If using automatic take-up, this formula can be used to estimate how much weight to put in box to
keep belt tracking properly: (HP Constant ÷ Belt Speed) – Gravity Constant. See Tables 22-24. This is
the suggested weight to keep belt tracking properly. Be sure to evenly distribute weight in weight box.

HP ELEVATOR GRAVITY
HP
CONSTANT MODEL CONSTANT
2 33000 PD16 120
3 49500 PD24 676
5 82500 PD25 676
7-1/2 123750 PD30 894
10 165000 PD31 894
15 247500 PD32 1071
20 330000 PD33 1263
25 412500 PD34 1396
30 495000 PD35 1541
40 660000 PD36 1022
50 825000 PD42 1300
60 990000 PD46 1725
75 1237500 PD48 1422
100 1650000 PD50 1767
125 2062500 PD53 2609
150 2475000
200 3300000

Tables 22-24 – Estimating weight for proper belt tracking

BELT SPEED
PULLEY DIAMETER
RPM 16" 24" 30" 36" 42" 48"
RV40 168 251 314 377 440 503
RV50 209 314 393 471 550 628
RV60 251 377 471 565 660 754
RV70 293 440 550 660 770 880
RV80 335 503 628 754 880 1005
RV90 377 565 707 848 990 1131

NOTICE: Overtightening belt can result in damage to elevator. Tighten only until belt conforms to crowns
of pulleys and tension is sufficient for proper belt tracking.

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Attaching Hood
See Fig. 33 for attachment of hood to head section. Ensure shaft seals are in place on outside of each
side of hood and are held in place by seal retainers.
Use fixed and adjustable hood clamps on top of hood flanges to secure hood to head section with 3/8”
hardware. Use corresponding holes in top of head section base angles.

SHAFT SEAL AGAINST OUTSIDE OF

HOOD, HELD IN PLACE BY SEAL
RETAINER

ADJUSTABLE HOOD CLAMP

HOOD CLAMPS ON TOP OF HOOD

FLANGE, BOLTED IN PLACE USING
CORRESPONDING HOLES IN TOP
OF HEAD SECTION BASE ANGLE

Fig. 33 – Attaching hood

to head section

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Drive Installation
While head section is still on ground (ideally, depending on lifting equipment), remove hood sub-
assembly if necessary and install drive assembly. See Dodge speed reducer installation instructions on
Page 69.
NOTICE: Reducer is shipped without oil. Prior to operation, oil must be added. See Pages 58 and 72.
Attach motor using mounting holes provided. Align with reducer shaft using adjustment slots.
NOTICE: On all drive systems, smaller diameter pulley (sheave) must be mounted to motor drive shaft
and larger pulley to reducer shaft. Failure to mount in this manner will cause capacity issues, increased
wear and increased risk of gear reducer failure.
Fig. 34 – Right-hand
drive on 16” – 36”
pulley head section

Bracket at end of torque arm (turnbuckle) must mount to reducer so angle formed by torque arm and
imaginary line from end of torque arm through output shaft on reducer is close to 90 degrees. See Figs.
34 and 35. Bracket mounting position is usually at lower right of reducer for most right-hand drive
models, as shown in Fig. 34, but bracket can be mounted using other adjacent holes on lower portion of
reducer. NOTE: See Fig. 41 for attachment of torque arm bracket V013270 on 42” or 48” pulley head.

Fig. 35 – Left-hand
drive on 16” – 36”
pulley head section

For left-hand mounting, note angle of reducer needed for 90-degree orientation and mount reducer and
bracket accordingly. See Fig. 35.

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As shown in Fig. 36, support bracket that goes under belt shield bracket may need to be field-shortened
to adjust for smaller drive packages.

SHIELD SUPPORT BRACKET MAY

NEED TO BE SHORTENED IN
FIELD TO FIT WITH SMALLER
DRIVE PACKAGES.
Fig. 36 – Exploded view of
belt shield & brackets on
right-hand-drive unit

NOTE: Inner section of belt shield has UHMW plates

that must be field-cut for shafts. See Fig. 37. Motor shaft
location is determined by motor horsepower and reducer
size. Hole for reducer shaft must accommodate
movement for belt tensioning.

Fig. 37 – Field-cutting
UHMW seals to
accommodate shafts.

Note tilted angle of reducer on left-hand drive in Fig. 38. As described previously, mount torque arm so
angle formed by torque arm and imaginary line from end of torque arm through output shaft on reducer is
close to 90 degrees. Ensure torque arm rod does not hit bottom of reducer. Drive belt(s) will be installed
later.

SHIELD SUPPORT BRACKET

MAY NEED TO BE SHORTENED
IN FIELD TO FIT WITH SMALLER
DRIVE PACKAGES.

Fig. 38 – Exploded view of

belt shield & brackets on
left-hand-drive unit

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NOTE: Belt shield mounting bracket for 30” head pulley assembly using TA1107 or TA2115 gear reducer
may need to be trimmed as shown in Fig. 39 so it will fit on support bracket.

Fig. 39 – Trimming belt shield mounting bracket for 30” pulley head w/ TA1107 or TA2115 reducer

Belt shield used on elevator with 16” head pulley is mounted as shown in Fig. 40.

Fig. 40 – Belt shield for 16” head pulley

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On elevator with 42” or 48” head pulley, attach torque arm bracket V013270 as shown in Fig. 41.

Fig. 41 – Torque arm bracket on 42” or 48” pulley head drive

Belt shield used on elevator with 42” or 48” head pulley is mounted as shown in Fig. 42. Remove belt
shield shipping brackets first, if present. See next page for location and removal.

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For 42" or 48” pulley elevators without factory-installed drive, brackets V013493 and V013494 (both used
to hold shield in place during shipping) must be removed to allow correct installation of speed reducer.
Detail A of Fig. 43 shows view from behind shield. Detail B shows brackets to be removed after removal
of shield.

DETAIL A

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DETAIL B

Fig. 43 – Belt shield shipping brackets removal for 42” or 48” pulley drive

After removal of brackets V013493 and V013494 and installation of reducer and motor, re-attach back of
shield as shown in Fig. 43. Front panel of shield should be left off until after attachment of belts.

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Adjusting V-Belt Tension

Place belt(s) in pulley grooves and tighten by adjusting motor mount. Follow these steps to tension belt.
1. Measure span length. See Fig. 44.
2. At center of span, apply enough force to deflect belt 1/64” for every 1” of belt span. If span is 32”,
deflection amount should be 32/64”, or 1/2”.
3. Use Table 26 to determine pounds of force to apply to gauge proper deflection per belt.
Smallest Belt Deflection Setting
Belt Deflection = 1/64 of belt span
Pulley RPM Range
Cross Uncogged Single V-Belts & Cogged V-Belts &
Diameter
Section Uncogged Banded V-Belts Cogged Banded V-Belts
Range
Used Belt New Belt Used Belt New Belt
1,000 – 2,500 3.6 5.4 4.0 6.0
3.0 – 3.6”
2,501 – 4,000 2.8 4.1 3.3 4.9
1,000 – 2,500 4.4 6.6 4.9 7.3
A, AX 3.8 – 4.8”
2,501 – 4,000 3.7 5.7 4.3 6.4
1,000 – 2,500 5.3 7.8 5.7 9.2
5.0 – 7.0”
2,501 – 4,000 4.6 6.8 5.1 7.6
860 – 2,500 --- --- 4.8 7.2
3.4 – 4.2”
2,501 – 4,000 --- --- 4.1 6.2
860 – 2,500 5.2 7.9 7.1 10.5
B, BX 4.4 – 5.6”
2,501 – 4,000 4.5 6.6 7.1 9.1
860 – 2,500 6.2 9.4 8.4 12.4
5.8 – 8.6”
2,501 – 4,000 6.0 6.8 7.3 10.7
500 – 1,749 --- --- 10 15.2
4.4 – 6.7” 1,750 – 3,000 --- --- 8.9 13.2
3001 – 4000 --- --- 5.6 8.5
5V, 5VX 7.1 – 10.9”
500 – 1,740 12.6 18.9 14.8 22.1
1,741 – 3,000 11.2 16.5 13.7 20.1
500 – 1,740 15.5 23.4 17.1 25.5
11.8 – 16.0”
1,741 – 3,000 14.5 21.8 16.8 25

Table 26 – Belt deflection settings, in pounds, for Bestorq belts

Sukup products use belts made by Bestorq. Sukup recommends using a Bestorq tension meter to
measure belt deflection. Go to www.bestorq.com or call (402) 423-3077 for more information.
After adjusting tension to desired level by adjusting motor mount, remove any foreign material from inside
of belt guard. Check that all fasteners are tightly secured. Close and latch belt guard.

Fig. 44 – Adjusting
belt tension

IMPORTANT: Check and adjust belt tension after first five (5) and 24 hours of operation, then during
regular maintenance (at least twice yearly).
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Reducer Oil
Gear reducers are shipped without oil. Use high-grade petroleum-based, rust- and oxidation-inhibiting (R
& O) gear oil. See oil recommendations in Dodge Torque Arm II Speed Reducers section to determine
correct viscosity of oil for reducer. Follow instructions on reducer nameplate, warning tags and in
installation instructions attached to reducer. Oil should be changed after an initial operation of about two
weeks. After initial break-in period, lubricant should be drained, magnetic drain plug cleaned, and gear
case flushed and refilled every 2,500 hours of operation. Change oil every one to three months when
operating in conditions of extreme dirt and temperature.
Before filling reducer with oil, install magnetic drain plug in hole closest to bottom of reducer (as mounted
on elevator). Remove tape covering filter/ventilation plug in shipment and install plug in topmost hole. Of
two remaining plugs on sides of reducer; lower one is the minimum oil level plug; upper one is the level
to which oil should be filled.

NOTICE: Proper amount of oil must be added to reducer prior to running elevator. Too much oil will
cause overheating and too little will result in gear failure. Check oil level regularly.

Final Check
Check all parts to ensure no foreign objects or tools have been left in elevator. All guards, inspections
doors and removable plates should be checked for proper placement. Check for loose or missing
buckets. Drive should be turned by hand to check for proper rotation and clearance. Rotate belt a full
rotation to check for any obstructions. Make any necessary adjustments. Check all setscrews and pulley
hub bolts to ensure they are tightened.

IMPORTANT: Do not operate bucket elevator until all bolts are fully tightened.

Initial Test Run

Elevator should be run without load for approximately eight hours. During this time, particular
attention should be given to:
1. Loud or unusual noise – Check for loose buckets, an improperly adjusted throat wiper, or trash
materials/tools inside elevator.
2. Excess vibration – Drive equipment may not be adequately braced or elevator may not be plumb.
3. Bearings overheating – Check bearing lubrication; check for extreme shaft misalignment at head
and boot shafts, for a severe overhung load condition at the drive, or that take-ups are too tight.
4. Drive unit over-heating – Reducer is shipped without oil. It must be filled prior to operation.
Check belt alignment. Motor may be improperly wired or there may be incorrect voltage going to
motor.
5. Evidence of belt not tracking in center of pulleys – Check that elevator is plumb, that pulley shafts
are level, take-ups are properly adjusted, and head bearings are shimmed appropriately.

Once material is run through elevator, belt tracking needs to be checked again. Make sure material is
flowing properly into boot. Improperly flowing material can push belt to one side and make it very difficult
to properly track the belt. Final tensioning of belt will be done under load.

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Maintenance
Belt will stretch after installation and may need further adjustment. Fig. 45 – Take-up screws
Expect some stretching during first few weeks of operation. On
manual take-up boots, belt tension should be maintained by turning
boot take-up screws (Fig. 45) slowly and evenly to maintain proper
tracking. When screw adjustment is completely used, belt will have to
be re-spliced. Good belt tension is critical for proper traction on head
pulley and optimum performance. Refer to Fig. 46 to ensure proper
belt tracking.
NOTE: Contact dealer/installer and/or see instructions on Page 50 for
belt-tightening specifications if using automatic take-up.
NOTICE: Overtightening belt can result in damage to elevator.
Tighten only until belt conforms to crowns of pulleys and tension is
sufficient for proper belt tracking.
Belt Tracking
Rubbing pulleys are a serious condition and should be corrected immediately. Follow steps shown below
to make any minor adjustments. A qualified millwright should correct serious defects.

Fig. 46 – Maintaining proper belt tracking

If remedies above do not correct misalignment issue, look for these conditions as well:
 Loose hub screws allowing pulley to move laterally on shaft
 Loose bearings or bearing supports
 Weak or bent head pulley shaft
 Grain entering boot at an angle – pushing belt to one side
 Head or boot pulley not plumb
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Regularly scheduled maintenance can greatly increase equipment life and reduce downtime. A good
maintenance program includes general housekeeping, regular lubrication and regular inspection. Check
bucket elevator immediately if any unusual noise or vibration is observed.

Following is a list of things to check at specified intervals.

WARNING: Never remove or loosen one or more cables or connection to support tower
without providing other means of support to elevator leg. Failure to heed this warning
could result in collapse of elevator, causing death or serious injury.

1. Check belt frequently to make certain it is running in center of leg. Check belt alignment every
hour for first 10 hours and daily thereafter. A rubbing belt could quickly cut a hole in side of leg or
cause sparks.
2. Check bucket bolts for tightness after 10, 30, and 100 hours of operation and every 200 hours
thereafter.
3. Bearings are greased at factory and do not need to be greased prior to start-up. Grease all
bearings every 800 to 1,000 hours after start-up. While unit is running, use only enough grease
so fresh grease can be seen at seals. If bearings cannot be lubricated while unit is running, do it
immediately upon shutdown while bearing is still warm. See bearing lubrication information on
next two pages.
4. Be certain to maintain reducer as specified by manufacturer. Follow manufacturer’s instructions
for regular oil level inspection and oil changes. See Dodge speed reducer and lubrication
information beginning on Page 72.
5. Check head pulley and V-belt drive assembly after 10, 30, 100 and every 300 hours, or twice
yearly thereafter. The best belt tension for a V-belt drive is the lowest tension at which belts will
not slip under the highest load condition. See belt adjusting instructions on Page 57.
6. Oil motor every 1,000 hours or once yearly if equipped with oil holes or grease unit if zerks are
available.
7. Check guy cables, turnbuckles and cable clips every three months for damage or loosening. If
elevator is supported by a tower, check connections between tower and elevator every six
months for damage or loosening. NOTE: Any change in cable tensions or support tower
connections may cause leg to go out of plumb, resulting in belt not running straight or even in
structural damage to leg.
8. Check for deterioration or looseness of any bolts or fasteners and for secure attachment of all
ladders. Tighten any loose fasteners.
9. Check for damaged or missing cups.
10. Check belt for frays, tears or cracks, as well as for damage from bolts or oil. Also check for
glazing of belt, which could lead to slippage and overheating.

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BEARING LUBRICATION
NOTE: Following are instructions from Dodge on lubrication of bearings used in Sukup elevators.

DODGE S-2000 BEARING

From Dodge S-2000 Spherical Roller Bearings Instruction Manual, MN3033, dated 02/2022:

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DODGE IMPERIAL & ISAF BEARING

From Dodge Imperial & ISAF Bearing Instruction Manual, MN3009, dated 03/2022:

DODGE SC & SCM BEARING

From Dodge bearings manual MN3016, dated 02/2022:

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Pressure Relief Vent Closure Replacement

NOTICE: Factory-installed screw with rubber-backed deformable washer, as well as centering washer,
flat washer and lock nut, MUST NOT be reused after a pressure release.
Follow these instructions for replacement of vent closure following a pressure release:
1. Close pressure relief door against frame and open access plate (V001332).
2. Slide centering washer (J8919) onto 1/4 - 20 x 1” screw (J8920 or J89201) with rubber-backed
deformable washer. Reach through access hole and insert screw and centering washer into hole
in door frame as shown in Fig. 47. IMPORTANT: Centering washer MUST be flush in hole.
3. Secure screw with flat washer (J1105) and lock nut (J0992) as shown.
4. Close pressure relief door access plate (V001332) and tighten lock nuts to secure.

ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY.

1 * Frame 1
2 * Door panel 1
3 V001332 Access panel 1
4 J0536 Screw, 5/16 – 18 x 3/4" 2
5 J1010 Lock nut, 5/16” – 18 2
6 J05051 Bolt, 1/4 – 20 x 3/4" 2
7 J0992 Lock nut, 1/4" – 20 3
8 J8919 Washer, 1/4" 14ga 1
9 J1105 Flat washer, 1/4" 1
10 * Screw, 1/4 – 20 x 1” **
*Part # varies w/ trunking size. See Table 28.
**Qty. varies w/ size of door

Fig. 47 & Tables 27 & 28 –

Vent closure replacement

DOOR ASSY. DOOR DOOR PULLEY DIA./ SCREW QTY. PER WASHER
PART # FRAME PANEL TRUNKING SIZE PART # DOOR COLOR
V01537 V01538 V01539 16” J8920 1 Green
V00080 V00079 V00077 24” J8920 1 Green
V00086 V00087 V00088 30-36” J89201 1 Tan
V00019 V00034 V00033 42-48” J89201 1 Tan
V00121 V00123 V00122 13x10” J89201 1 Tan
V00039 V00072 V00049 18x12” J89201 1 Tan
V00039S V00072S V00049S 18x12” J89201 1 Tan
V00135 V00134 V00133 22x14” J89201 2 Tan
V80001 V70003 V70002 27x14” J89201 2 Tan

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Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting, General

Problem Cause Remedy

Gap should be about 1/8” to
Adjustable throat wiper not
1/4” between wiper and front
properly adjusted
lip of cups. See Fig. 30.
Be sure pulleys are properly
installed. Check speed
Improper head shaft speed reducer for proper reduction
ratio. Check Sukup literature
for proper speeds.
Inspect all areas for foreign
Obstruction in head discharge, material such as paper, wood,
distributor or spouting bags, tools, metal scrap, etc.
Check for missing buckets.
Late discharge from cup
(typically lighter, low density Check for proper cup venting
materials)
Securely tighten all bucket
Loose buckets bolts. Determine cause of
Back-legging bucket damage.
Verify with a strobe light.
Check head pulley speed.
Buckets being overfilled Check how elevator is being
loaded. Check conveyor
output. Reduce feed at inlet.
Is spouting too flat (40° for dry
grain and 45° for wet grain)?
Is spout large enough to
Improper spouting design
match elevator capacity? Does
spouting have any sharp
bends that reduce flow?
Venting may be needed at
Pressure build-up head, distributor, spouting or
bins.
Tighten belt with take-up
Loose belt screws or re-splice belt as
required.
Gap should be about 1/8” to
Cups hitting adjustable throat 1/4” between the wiper and
Running noise in head
wiper the front lip of the cups. See
Fig. 30.
Remove clean-out slides in
Foreign object in boot housing boot and inspect for foreign
Running noise in boot objects.
Shaft rubbing on UHMW dust Lubricate dust seal with
seal grease or WD-40®.

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Troubleshooting, General

Problem Cause Remedy

Belt is loose; tension the leg
Cups hitting on inside of
belt. Check leg for plumbness
trunking
and/or any bowing.
This is a normal condition for
first 20’ or so of up-side
legging. Grain will be thrown
Running noise in trunking
upward by cup action. Also,
Grain displacement in up leg material will start to level off in
cup, causing some grain to
come back down the up leg.
Do not confuse this with back
legging.
Adjust take-up tension, or
The belt is loose
shorten the belt.
Missing or damaged buckets Leg is not plumb Re-plumb the leg.
Obstruction within leg Repair or remove obstruction.
Build-up on pulley Remove build-up.
See Page 59 for detailed
Pulley misalignment instructions on correcting belt
tracking.
Bad bearing Replace bearing.
Clean pulley and check crown.
Product built up on pulley face May need to use wing pulley
for some materials.
Leg belt running to one side of Make a baffle to direct grain
Grain flow pushing cups
head and/or boot pulley. Belt into cups.
rubbing side of head, boot or Head pulley lagging worn Replace with slide lagging kit.
casing. Not enough or no crown on
Replace pulley.
head pulley
Head shaft not level Shim bearings. See Page 59.
Elevator casing out of plumb, Re-plumb leg. Replace
bent or twisted damage or twisted sections.
Adjust take-up tension, or
Belt too loose
shorten belt.
Belt splice crooked or loose Re-splice belt.
Check application. Bucket
Build-up on buckets Material wet, sticky or sluggish elevators are best suited for
fine, free-flowing material.
Feed conveyor is running at a
Check conveyor speed.
higher capacity than bucket
Adjust pit conveyor baffle.
elevator
Check specifications for
elevator. Check pulley
arrangement, reducer and
Elevator being overloaded motor to determine cause of
slow speed.
Head pulley running too slow
Check for belt slippage at
head. This is a dangerous
condition and must be
corrected immediately.
Drive belts may be slipping.

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Troubleshooting, General

Problem Cause Remedy

Check feeding device.
Improper position of inlet
hopper(s). See Page 26.
Belt speed is too high and/or
cup spacing is too close (not
allowing material to enter cup).
Check for obstruction in
Cups not full (as a rule of inlet(s) and/or feed conveyor.
thumb, product should cover Inlet opening too small.
cup bolts) Material may not be free-
flowing.
Product may be building up in
cups, reducing individual cup
capacity. Check application.
Bucket elevators are best
suited for fine, free-flowing
material.
Check specification for
elevator. Check pulley
Low capacity arrangement, reducer and
motor to determine cause of
slow speed.
Belt speed too slow
Check for belt slippage at
head. This is a dangerous
condition and must be
corrected immediately.
Drive belts may be slipping.
Check discharge throat under
full load. If material fills to
Inadequate discharge spouting throat plate, spout is poorly
designed and must be
corrected to get full capacity.
Incorrect cups and/or cup Replace cups with type, size
spacing and spacing per original order.
Air lock (usually only a Use vented cups.
problem with light, fluffy Provide venting in distributor,
material) spouting or bin.
Adjust wiper plate in discharge
Excessive back legging
throat.

Troubleshooting, Electrical

Problem Cause Remedy

Check voltage at motor input.
Low capacity Low voltage in power source Voltage in power lines may be
low. Consult power company.
One fuse blown on three
Speed too slow Check fuses.
phase circuit
Check motor for short or open
High amperage Defective motor circuited condition. Repair or
replace motor.

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Troubleshooting, Buckets & Belting

Problem Cause Remedy

Bucket and bolts not kept Periodically check buckets and
tight tighten as required.
Clean out boot. See elevator
Jammed boot
overloaded section.
Replace belt with proper
design. In addition to
withstanding proper tension,
Inadequate belt design
belt must also have the proper
holding power for the bucket
Bucket bolts pull through belt projection.
or belt tears at bolt hole Inspect elevator for any
Improper clearance or
obstructions. Check belt
obstruction in boot, leg casing
tracking. Check casing for
or head
proper belt clearance.
Install larger head pulley if
Pulleys too small or incorrect
possible. Check possibility of
splice.
using thinner belt.
Lump size or material weight Change to heavier belt.
has increased from original Change feed design to handle
design. larger lumps.
Change from steel rim to wing
Material getting between boot
pulley.
pulley and belting (lumps or
Change speed to get better
abrasive material).
discharge.
Install rubber washers or
Fine, abrasive material
bucket pad between bucket
Belt cover wearing excessively between bucket and belt.
and belt.
on pulley side
Cover gauge is too light. Upgrade belting.
Cover distortion caused by
Upgrade belting.
bucket bolt head.
Tighten belt with take-up
Belt slippage screws or re-splice belt as
required.
Operating tension too high for Replace belt with proper
existing belt. design.
Lumps dropping between belt Change from steel rim to wing
Belt carcass breaking
and boot pulley pulley.
Change to mildew-resistant
Carcass weakened by mildew
belt.
Tighten belt with take-up
Loose belt tension (bucket lip
screws or re-splice belt as
worn with sharp edges)
required.
Check for obstructions in
elevator.
Obstruction in elevator (front
Tighten belt with take-up
lip stretched out or broken)
Damaged buckets screws or re-splice belt as
required.
Switch to urethane resin
Product sticking to bucket
bucket.
Belt not tracking properly See Page 59 for detailed
(buckets are worn or scored instructions on correcting belt
on the side). tracking.

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Troubleshooting, Speed Reducer

Problem Cause Remedy

Under-sized reducer Check rated capacity of drive.
Check oil level and adjust.
Insufficient oil
Check for leakage.
Flush and refill with proper
Wrong grade of oil grade of oil. See Pages 72 &
Overheating
73 for recommendations.
Check rated capacity of drive.
Inadequate cooling
Add cooling fan if required.
Check output speed against
Excessive speed
nameplate rating.
Check and tighten all
Improper installation mounting bolts. Inspect for any
Noise and vibration broken or cracked parts.
Replace worn bearings. Check
Bearing failure
for excessive loads.

Troubleshooting, V-Belt Drive

Problem Cause Remedy

Belts slip (shiny pulley Not enough tension Increase tension.
grooves) Overloaded drive Redesign drive.
Improper tension Increase tension.
Drive squeals
Not enough arc of contact Increase center distance.
Broken cord caused by prying
Replace set of belts correctly.
on pulley
Misalignment of pulley & shaft Realign drive.
Belt turned over
Worn pulley grooves Replace pulleys.
Check drive design. Check
Excessive belt vibration
equipment for solid mounting.
New belts installed with old
Replace all belts.
belts
Mismatched belts Pulley shafts not parallel
(gives appearance of Align drive.
mismatched belts)
Belt pried over pulleys Replace set of belts correctly.
Belt breaks
Foreign objects in drive Replace belt guard.
Pulley grooves worn Replace pulleys.
Redesign drive – Check for
Pulley diameter too small split along pitch line and/or
Belt wears rapidly
cracking along bottom of belt.
Belt slips Increase tension.
Pulleys misaligned Align pulleys.

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NOTE: Information on this and following pages is from Dodge Torque-Arm II Speed Reducers manual
MN1601, dated 02/2022. It can be found at www.dodgeindustrial.com
For speed reducer warranty information, call Dodge Industrial at 864-297-4800.

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Contact Information

Owner’s manuals are available from Sukup and additional copies can be requested at the address,
phone number, or e-mail address shown below. Please indicate manual number L2500 when requesting
the Bucket Elevator Assembly and Owner’s Manual.

Sukup Dealer Information

Dealer name: __________________________

Address: ______________________________

Cell phone: ____________________________

Office phone: __________________________

Fax: __________________________________

Emergencies – Know What to Do

Have emergency numbers and written directions to work site readily available in case of emergency. A
place for emergency phone numbers to be recorded has been provided below.

Ambulance • Fire • Police: 9-1-1

Bin rescue team: _______________________

Emergency medical squad: ______________

Address of work site: ___________________

Directions to work site:__________________

Sukup Manufacturing Co.

1555 255th Street, Box 677
Sheffield, Iowa, USA 50475-0677
Phone: 641-892-4222 Fax: 641-892-4629
Website: www.sukup.com Email: [email protected]

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