ADC AD-464 service manual Component DESCRIPTION/REPLACEMENT, Tumbler Support and Drive System

SECTION V

COMPONENT DESCRIPTION/REPLACEMENT

A. TUMBLER SUPPORT and DRIVE SYSTEM

IMPORTANT: Always keep the tumbler (basket) section of the dryer in an upright position when movingit.

1.Tumbler

The tumbler is made of five (5) 14 gauge stainless steel perforated panels, five (5) stainless steel lifting ribs, and two (2) outer tumbler rings. The tumbler is a completely welded assembly so the perforated panels are not removable.

2.Tumbler Support System

The tumbler sits on four (4) 11-inch diameter heavy-duty rubber roller wheels which supports and drives the tumbler. The rubber wheels are molded into each of four (4) steel hubs. The steel hubs are flattened to the 2-inch diameter drive shafts by taper lock bushings. Each drive shaft is supported by two (2) 2-inch diameter heavy duty roller bearings. The position of the tumbler is adjusted by moving these bearings in or out with the four (4) bearings adjustment bolts.

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