SECTION VI
COMPONENT SYSTEM DESCRIPTIONS
A. TUMBLER (BASKET) SUPPORT and DRIVE SYSTEM
IMPORTANT: Always keep the tumbler (basket) section of the dryer in an upright position when moving it.
1.Tumbler (Basket)
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 (basket) is a completely welded assembly so the perforated panels are not removable.
2.Tumbler (Basket) Support System
The tumbler (basket) sits on four (4) 11-inch (27.94 cm) 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 fastened to the 2-inch (5.08 cm) 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 (basket) is adjusted by moving these bearings in or out with the four (4) bearings adjustment bolts.
