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with 3-inch Blades

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Form No. M3320-01/08

MARTIN ENGINEERING COMPANY 1994, 2008

One Martin Place

Neponset, IL 61345-9766 USA
800-544-2947 or 309-594-2384
FAX: 309-594-2432
www.martin-eng.com

Operators Manual
M3320

Important
MARTIN ENGINEERING HEREBY DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR: DAMAGE DUE TO
CONTAMINATION OF THE MATERIAL; USERS FAILURE TO INSPECT, MAINTAIN AND TAKE
REASONABLE CARE OF THE EQUIPMENT; INJURIES OR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM USE OR
APPLICATION OF THIS PRODUCT CONTRARY TO INSTRUCTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS
CONTAINED HEREIN. MARTIN ENGINEERINGS LIABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT OF EQUIPMENT SHOWN TO BE DEFECTIVE.
Observe all safety rules given herein along with owner and Government standards and regulations. Know
and understand lockout/tagout procedures as defined by American National Standards Institute (ANSI)
z244.1-1982, American National Standard for Personnel Protection - Lockout/Tagout of Energy Sources Minimum Safety Requirements and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Federal
Register, Part IV, 29 CFR Part 1910, Control of Hazardous Energy Source (Lockout/Tagout); Final Rule.
The following symbols may be used in this manual:

DANGER

Danger: Immediate hazards that will result in severe personal injury or death.

WARNING

Warning: Hazards or unsafe practices that could result in personal injury.

CAUTION

Caution: Hazards or unsafe practices that could result in product or property damages.

IMPORTANT
Important: Instructions that must be followed to ensure proper installation/operation of equipment.

NOTE
Note: General statements to assist the reader.

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List of Figures and Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installations without chutework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
References . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Materials required . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Before Installing Belt Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Installing Belt Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Locating belt cleaner on chute walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing belt cleaner on outside chute walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing belt cleaner on inside chute walls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting belt cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Urethane blades. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Tungsten-carbide blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Split urethane blades for cleated belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Installing MARTIN SAF-2 Cover Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

After Installing Belt Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Weekly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Troubleshooting/Installation Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Part Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Table of Contents

Table of Contents

List of Figures/Tables

List of Figures
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Title

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Removing Spring Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Positioning Mount Bracket Weldment and Cutting Access Window . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inserting Snap Lock Pin. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Blades Orientation to Belt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cutting Mainframe for Mounting Inside Chute . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Removing Blade Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Assembly, P/N 33847-XXXXX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount Tensioner Assembly, P/N 34000-X . . .
MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount Tensioner Assembly, P/N 35391 . . .
Conveyor Products Warning Label, P/N 23395 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pinch Point Warning Label, P/N 30528. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Inside Installation Label, P/N 34881 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Urethane Shelf Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Belt Widths and MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blade
and Plug Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

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General

The MARTIN SAF-2 (Set-and-Forget) Belt Cleaner uses tough urethane

blades to effectively remove carryback from conveyor belts. It is suitable for
use on high- or low-speed belts carrying wet or dry material. The MARTIN
SAF-2 Belt Cleaner can be used on belts with damaged edges, numerous
splices, and patches. It is suitable for temperatures from -20 to 160F (-29 to
71C).
The MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner can be mounted with the MARTIN
SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount (P/N 34000-X) for normal applications, or
with the MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount (P/N 35391) for
severe mine-grade applications. It can be installed on mount weldments
outside the chute or, where space limitations exist, inside the chute. This
manual provides installation instructions for both mounting locations. If the
material-handling process or product could be affected by contamination from
the use of these belt cleaners, the user is responsible for taking the necessary
steps to prevent contamination. Consult Martin Engineering or a
representative for alternate belt cleaners or belt cleaner locations to use where
contamination may be an issue.
The MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner is patented under U.S. Patent 5,310,042.

Installations
without chutework

These procedures were written for equipment that is being installed on

enclosed pulley chutework. If the pulley is not enclosed, the equipment should
be installed using the best available field resources and methods to ensure that
the critical dimensions are followed for proper installation.
The MARTIN Hanger Mount Assembly can be used for installations without
chutework. See Part Numbers for a list of mounts and part numbers.

References

The following documents are referenced in this manual:

American National Standards Institute (ANSI) z244.1-1982, American
National Standard for Personnel Protection - Lockout/Tagout of Energy
Sources - Minimum Safety Requirements, American National Standards
Institute, Inc., 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.
Federal Register, Volume 54, Number 169, Part IV, 29 CFR Part 1910,
Control of Hazardous Energy Source (Lockout/Tagout); Final Rule,
Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration
(OSHA), 32nd Floor, Room 3244, 230 South Dearborn Street,
Chicago, IL 60604.

Safety

All safety rules defined above and all owner/employer safety rules must be
strictly followed when working on the belt cleaner.

Materials required

Only standard hand tools are required to install and service this equipment.

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Introduction

Introduction

Before Installation

Before Installing Belt Cleaner

IMPORTANT
The delivery service is responsible for damage occurring in
transit. Martin Engineering CANNOT enter claims for
damages. Contact your transportation agent for more
information.
1. Inspect shipping container for damage. Report damage to delivery service
and fill out delivery services claim form. Keep any damaged goods
subject to examination.
2. Remove belt cleaner from shipping container. Equipment in container
should include the following:
MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner (mainframe, blades, and clamp
mounts).
Two Conveyor Products Warning Labels, P/N 23395.
Two Inside Installation Labels, P/N 34881.
3. If anything is missing, contact Martin Engineering or representative.
!

WARNING

Before installing equipment, turn off and lock out/tag out

energy source to conveyor and conveyor accessories.
4. Turn off and lock out/tag out energy source according to ANSI standards
(see References).
!

WARNING

If equipment will be installed in an enclosed area, gas level or

dust content must be tested before using a cutting torch or
welding. Using a cutting torch or welding in an area with gas
or dust may cause an explosion.
5. If using a cutting torch or welding, test atmosphere for gas level or dust
content. Cover conveyor belt with fire retardant cover.
6. See Figure 1. Remove the blade cartridge (A) by removing one of the
spring pins (B) securing it to the mainframe (C).)

A. MARTIN SAF-2 Blade

Cartridge
B. Spring pin
C. Mainframe
A
B
C

Figure 1. Removing Spring Pin

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IMPORTANT
Read entire section before beginning work.
To install the belt cleaner, follow the procedures corresponding to the
following steps:
1. Locate belt cleaner on chute walls.
2. Install mount brackets and mainframe assembly (inside or outside chute
walls).
3. Install MARTIN SAF-2 Cover Door (if using).

Locating belt
cleaner on chute
walls

1. Determine whether belt cleaner will be mounted onto outside chute walls
or inside chute walls.

IMPORTANT
Make sure blades contact belt where there is adequate support
and where blades wont lay back so far that material will build
up on them. If necessary, install belt support directly above
blade-to-belt contact point.
2. Determine where you want blades to contact belt and mark point on
outside or inside chute wall, as applicable. Do not mount in path of
material flow. Make sure belt is adequately supported at blade-to-belt
contact point. Install belt support if necessary.
3. Find pulley center point.
4. See Figure 2, diagram A and perform the following steps:
a. Mark a line perpendicular to belt through the blade-to-belt contact
point determined in step 2. (If blades contact belt on face of head
pulley, line should intersect pulley center point.)
b. Mark another line that is 10 from the perpendicular line (as shown)
and intersects the blade-to-belt contact point.
c. Draw a line parallel to the line drawn in step 4.b and 3-7/8 in.
(100 mm) in the direction of return belt travel.
d. Center mount bracket over this line against the chute wall. Position the
mount bracket so the discharge-side edge is parallel with the line
marked in step 4.a, and the top mounting slot is between 3-3/4 and
7-1/4 in. (95 and 185 mm) from the belt. (4-1/2 in. [115 mm] is
recommended.)
e. Using mount bracket as template, mark two mounting hole locations
on the line on the chute wall (at 6-in. [152-mm] centers). Mark outline
of mount bracket on chute wall.
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B
Blade-to-belt
contact
point

Access
window

90

4-1/2
(115)*

11
(280)

Mount
bracket
6 (152)

10
3-7/8
(100)

5
(127)

1-1/2
(38)

1/2 (13)
max.

*3-3/4 (95) min.

7-1/4 (185) max.

Figure 2. Positioning Mount Bracket Weldment and Cutting Access Window

5. If belt cleaner will be mounted inside chute walls, go to step 6. If belt
cleaner will be mounted outside chute walls, do the following:
a. Mark 11 X 5-in. (280 X 127-mm) access window on chute wall as
shown in Figure 2, diagram B. (Access window should be on the
discharge side of the mount bracket.)
b. Cut access window. Remove burrs and sharp edges.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for opposite side chute wall.

IMPORTANT
Installing belt
cleaner on outside
chute walls

Martin Engineering recommends installing MARTIN

SAF-2 Mounting Clamps outside the chute. However, if
space limitations exist, MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner may
be mounted inside the chute. See Installing belt cleaner on
inside chute walls for instructions.
1. Bolt mount brackets onto outside chute walls as follows:
a. Drill or cut two 9/16-in. (14-mm) bolt holes in each chute wall.
Remove burrs and sharp edges.
b. Install each mount bracket onto chute walls with two hex head cap
screws, flat washers, compression washers, and hex nuts, loosely
tightened.
2. Swing clamps out of the way and insert mainframe through access
window.

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C
A. Clamp
B. Wire lock pin
C. Rod

A
B
(Top bellow removed for clarity.)

Figure 3. Adjusting MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount

4. If using MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount, do the
following:
a. Remove two hex nuts (A, Figure 4) and wedge weldment (B) from
mainframe clamp weldment (C).

C
A. Hex nut (2)
B. Wedge weldment
C. Mainframe clamp
weldment

A
(Top bellow removed for clarity.)

Figure 4. Adjusting MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount

b. Set mainframe on mainframe clamp weldment and slide wedge
weldment against mainframe.
c. Secure with one hex nut, then tighten second hex nut behind the first.
5. Measure from pulley shaft to mainframe on both sides of belt to make
sure mainframe is parallel to pulley.

NOTE
Unclamp mounts and remove mainframe for easier access
when bolting or welding brackets to chute walls. Replace
mainframe when finished.
6. Bolt or weld mount brackets to chute walls as follows:
a. If bolting, tighten hex head cap screws and hex nuts.
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3. If using MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount, swing clamps (A,

Figure 3) back into position and insert mainframe into clamps. Lock both
ends of mainframe into clamps. (This will automatically align clamps
with each other.)

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b. If welding, skip-weld mount brackets to chute walls. Remove hex head

cap screws, flat washers, compression washers, and hex nuts.

IMPORTANT
MARTIN

SAF-2

Belt Cleaner is shipped with two spring

pins securing blade cartridge to mainframe. A snap lock pin is
shipped loose with each MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner. If
you replace the spring pin removed before installation with the
snap lock pin, you can replace blades by removing only the
blade cartridge. If you do not use the snap lock pin (and use
both spring pins, as shipped), you must remove the entire
mainframe to replace blades.
7. Slide blade cartridge (A, Figure 5) onto mainframe (B). Install snap lock
pin (C) or spring pin (D).
8. Center blades on belt by loosening Clamp Mounts and moving mainframe
from side to side. Re-tighten Clamp Mounts when finished.
A. MARTIN SAF-2 Blade Cartridge
B. Mainframe
C. Snap lock pin
D. Spring pin

A
D
C
B

Figure 5. Inserting Snap Lock Pin

9. Make sure blades are oriented to belt as shown in Figure 6
(10 off perpendicular).
MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blade
Gauge blades
10

Untensioned

Tensioned

Figure 6. Blades Orientation to Belt

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1. Bolt mount brackets onto inside chute walls as follows:

a. Drill or cut two 9/16-in. (14-mm) bolt holes in each chute wall.
Remove burrs and sharp edges.
b. Install each mount bracket onto chute walls with two hex head cap
screws, flat washers, compression washers, and hex nuts, loosely
tightened.
2. See Figure 7. Measure from center of conveyor belt to inside of chute wall
on both sides of belt (X and Y).

1/2 in.
(13 mm)

1/2 in.
(13 mm)

X1/2 in. (13 mm)

Y1/2 in. (13 mm)

Figure 7. Cutting Mainframe for Mounting Inside Chute

3. Subtract 1/2 in. (13 mm) from each of the measurements in step 2.
4. Starting from the center of the mainframe, measure toward the ends of the
mainframe the distances found in step 3 (X1/2 in. [13 mm] and
Y1/2 in. [13 mm]).
5. Cut mainframe. Remove burrs and sharp edges.

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Installation

Installing belt
cleaner on inside
chute walls

Installation

NOTE
Adjusting belt
cleaner

The purpose of shorter gauge blades on either end of

mainframe is not to clean belt. They are used to gauge correct
pressure of taller MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades
for proper cleaning. MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch
Blades should be deflected from pressure against belt
(see Figure 6), but gauge blades will remain undeflected.
1. Follow applicable procedure for the type of blades you are using
(urethane, tungsten-carbide, or split urethane blades for cleated belts).
2. Make sure MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades touch belt evenly
across entire width. Insert wire lock pins in rods.

Urethane blades

IMPORTANT
If using urethane blades (P/N 38230-UXX), both sizes of gauge
blade must be used to ensure correct tension. If using
tungsten-carbide blades, only the taller gauge blade
(P/N 33845-01X) is needed for proper tension.
1. Remove wire lock pins (B, Figure 3) from bottom of rods (C).
2. Alternate turning rods in operator side and far side Clamp Mounts until
MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades just touch belt.

IMPORTANT
If using Stainless Steel Clamp Mounts (P/N 34000-SS), turn
rods until MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades just
touch belt. Tension rods two full turns or until gauge blades
just touch belt. Push tips of MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane
3-inch Blades back as you tension. (Gauge blades will be
undeflected when correctly tensioned.)

IMPORTANT
If tensioning for the first time, inside gauge blades on both
sides of mainframe should barely touch belt. Once MARTIN
SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades have worn even with inside
gauge blades, reset tension so outside gauge blades barely
touch belt and inside gauge blades are pushed back.
3. Make sure outside gauge blades are undeflected.

Tungsten-carbide blades
1. Remove wire lock pins (B, Figure 3) from bottom of rods (C).
2. Alternate turning rods in operator side and far side Clamp Mounts until
MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades just touch belt.

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If using Stainless Steel Clamp Mounts (P/N 34000-SS), turn

rods until belt cleaner blades just touch belt. Tension rods two
full turns or until gauge blades just touch belt. Push tips of
MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades back as you
tension. (Gauge blades will be undeflected when correctly
tensioned.)

Split urethane blades for cleated belts

IMPORTANT
If using Stainless Steel Clamp Mounts (P/N 34000-SS), turn
rods until belt cleaner blades just touch belt between cleats
and start conveyor.
1. Remove wire lock pins (B, Figure 3) from bottom of rods (C). Alternate
turning rods until blades lightly touch raised cleats on belt.

NOTE
If cleat pattern is less than 1/4-in. (6-mm) high, tension belt
cleaner a full 1/4 in. (6 mm), or approximately one-and-onequarter turns, against belt.
2. Measure depth of cleats in belt. Adjust blades additional amount so tips
of blades lightly touch belt between cleats.

IMPORTANT
If tensioning for the first time, inside gauge blades on both
sides of mainframe should barely touch belt between cleats.
Once MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades have worn
even with inside gauge blades, reset tension so outside gauge
blades barely touch belt between cleats.
3. Make sure outside gauge blades are undeflected.

Installing
MARTIN
SAF-2 Cover
Door

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1. Install and tension MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner.

2. Push Cover Door onto MARTIN SAF-2 Mainframe so bushing fits
around square tubing (see Figure in Appendix, page A-4).
3. Slide door against chute wall, covering cutout.
4. Secure door in place with hex head cap screw.

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner with 3-inch Blades

Installation

IMPORTANT

After Installation

After Installing Belt Cleaner

1. Measure from center point of pulley to outside edge of first and last blade
to make sure blades are centered on belt.
2. Thoroughly wipe outside chute walls clean above mount weldments on
both sides of chute. Place a Conveyor Products Warning Label
(P/N 23395) on each chute wall visible to belt cleaner operator.
3. If Clamp Mounts are installed inside chute, place an Inside Installation
Label (P/N 34881) on each outside chute wall visible to belt cleaner
operator.
!

WARNING

Failure to remove tools from installation area and conveyor

belt before turning on energy source can cause serious injury
to personnel and damage to belt.
4. Remove all tools and fire retardant cover from installation area and
conveyor belt.
!

DANGER

Do not touch or go near conveyor belt or conveyor accessories

when conveyor belt is running. Body or clothing can get
caught and pull body into conveyor belt, causing severe injury
or death.
5. Turn on conveyor belt for 1 hour.
!

WARNING

Before adjusting belt cleaner, turn off and lock out/tag out
energy source to conveyor belt and conveyor accessories
according to ANSI standards (see References).
6. After 1 hour of operation, turn off and lock out/tag out energy source
according to ANSI standards (see References).
7. Make sure all fasteners are tight. Tighten if necessary.
8. Inspect belt cleaner for wear. (A small amount of break-in wear may be
found. This will stop once blades wear to conveyor belt contour.)
9. If excessive wear or some other problem exists, see
Troubleshooting/Installation Checklist.

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NOTE
Maintenance inspection should be performed no less than
weekly. Your application may require more frequent
maintenance inspections.

IMPORTANT
Read entire section before beginning work.
!

WARNING

Before servicing belt cleaner, turn off and lock out/tag out
energy source to conveyor belt and conveyor accessories
according to ANSI standards (see References).
1. Turn off and lock out/tag out energy source according to ANSI Standards
(see References).
2. Remove any material from belt cleaner.
3. Make sure all fasteners are tight. Tighten if necessary.
4. Check belt cleaner for proper alignment (see Figure 6). Compare
MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades angle to gauge blades. If
MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades have moved forward so they
are in line with inside gauge blades, re-tension belt cleaner until outside
gauge blades touch belt.
5. Check blades for wear. If blades are worn past point where belt cleaner
can be re-adjusted to compensate for wear, replace blades as follows:
a. Release mainframe from clamp on operator side only. Lower blades
from belt.

IMPORTANT

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner is shipped with two spring

pins securing blade cartridge to mainframe. A snap lock pin is
shipped loose with each MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner. If
you replace the spring pin removed before installation with the
snap lock pin, you can replace blades by removing only the
blade cartridge. If you do not use the snap lock pin (and use
both spring pins, as shipped), you must remove the entire
mainframe to replace blades.
b. See Figure 9. If you installed snap lock pin (B), remove pin and blade
cartridge (A). If you installed spring pin (C), release clamps and
remove mainframe assembly.

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Weekly Maintenance

Weekly Maintenance

Maintenance

A. MARTIN SAF-2 Blade

Cartridge

H
E

B. Snap lock pin

C. Spring pin
D. Mainframe
E. Square head set screw

F. End stop
G. Blade
H. Gauge blades

B
D

Figure 8. Removing Blade Cartridge

c. Remove square head set screw (E) and end stop (F).
d. Pull worn blades (G) out of cartridge. (If blades are difficult to remove,
use a large screwdriver to get them started.)
e. Insert new blades by squeezing blade feet into cartridge until they snap
into place. (Blades may also be slid onto open end of blade cartridge.)
f. Position gauge blades (H) so they are snug against MARTIN
SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blades.
g. Install end stop and square head set screw.
h. Install cartridge onto mainframe and install snap lock pin, or install
mainframe assembly in clamps, as applicable. Make sure flat side of
blades faces tail pulley. Center blades on belt.
6. Remove equipment from service if there is any indication it is not
functioning properly. Call Martin Engineering or representative for
assistance. Do NOT return equipment to operation until the cause of the
problem has been identified and corrected.
7. Wipe warning labels clean. If labels are missing or not readable, contact
Martin Engineering or representative for replacements.
!

WARNING

Failure to remove tools from maintenance area and conveyor

belt before turning on energy source can cause serious injury
to personnel and damage to belt.
8. Remove all tools from maintenance area.
!

DANGER

Do not touch or go near conveyor belt or conveyor accessories

when conveyor belt is running. Body or clothing can get
caught and pull body into conveyor belt, causing severe injury
or death.
9. Start conveyor belt.
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Blade Color

Shelf Life

Blue

1 Year from Code Date

Brown

2 Years from Code Date

Clear

1 Year from Code Date

Green

2 Years from Code Date

Maximizer (orange) 1 Year from Code Date

Orange (A-9)

1 Year from Code Date

NOTE
Code Date is written on bottom of blade as mm/dd/yy-x. If code
date on your blade(s) is not legible or is missing, contact Martin
Engineering or a representative.

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Maintenance

Table I. Urethane Shelf Life

Troubleshooting/Checklist

Troubleshooting/Installation Checklist

Troubleshooting

If you are experiencing problems with belt cleaner, see below:

Symptom

Corrective Action

Blades pop out of cartridge.

Blade cartridge is dirty after blade replacement.

Remove blades, clean dirt off cartridge, and
replace blades and end stops.

High blade wear rate.

Blades are angled improperly. Check angle.

Unusual wear or damage to blades.

Check belt splice(s) and repair as necessary.

Noise or vibration.

Tension is not sufficient or is set too high. Correct

tension as necessary. If this does not correct
problem, blade urethane may not match
application. Contact Martin Engineering or
representative.

Corrosion or chemical degradation.

Blade urethane may not match application. Contact

Martin Engineering or representative.

Insufficient cleaning and carryback.

Blades contact belt where belt is not supported.

(Belt does not have sufficient tension or weight.)
Install belt support directly above blade-to-belt
contact point.
Blades are worn. Check blades for excessive
wear and replace if necessary.

Toggle clamp on mount bracket unlatches.

Tighten nuts on u-bolts in correct orientation.

Blades vibrating or breaking.

Make sure blades are at least 10 off perpendicular.

NOTE
Conveyor equipment such as conveyor belt cleaners are
subject to a wide variety of bulk materials characteristics and
often have to perform under extreme operating or
environmental conditions. It is not possible to predict all
circumstances that may require troubleshooting. Contact
Martin Engineering or a representative if you are
experiencing problems other than those listed in the
Troubleshooting chart above. Do not return the equipment
to operation until the problem has been identified and
corrected.

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If after taking corrective actions suggested under Troubleshooting you are

still experiencing problems, check for the following:
Installation Checklist

Mount brackets top mounting slot is between 3-3/4 and 7-1/4 in. (95 and 184 mm) from the belt.
Mount bracket is positioned as shown in Figure 2.
Access window for outside mounts is at least 11 X 5 in. (279 X 127 mm) as shown in Figure 2,
diagram B.
Belt cleaner is not lifting belt.
Mainframe is parallel to pulley.
Blades are centered on belt.

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Troubleshooting/Checklist

Installation
checklist

Part Numbers

Part Numbers
This section provides product names and corresponding part numbers for
MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaners and related equipment. Please reference part
numbers when ordering parts.

MARTIN
SAF-2 Belt
Cleaner

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Assembly: P/N 33847-XXXXX. See

Figure 9.

MARTIN
SAF-2 Clamp
Mounts

MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount Assembly (pair): P/N 34000-X.

See Figure 10.

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner with Extended-Length Mainframe:

P/N 34550-XXXXX. Use if stringer structure or chutework is wider than
normal.

MARTIN SAF-2 Stainless Steel Clamp Mount Assembly (pair):

P/N 34000-SS.
MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount Assembly (pair): P/N 35391.
See Figure 11.
MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Clamp Mount Assembly
(pair): P/N 35391-SS.
Conversion Kit to change Standard Clamp Mount (P/N 34000-X) to HeavyDuty Clamp Mount (P/N 35391): P/N 35416.

Miscellaneous

MARTIN CYA Extended-Height Steel Door (12 X 18): P/N 35388.

MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Hanger Mount Assembly: P/N 34233-HD.
Use to mount MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner onto stringer instead of onto
chute wall.
MARTIN SAF-2 Roller Bracket Assembly: P/N 34542-XXXX. Use to
ensure belt has proper support at MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner installation
point. Replace X with first letter of name of support-roll manufacturer.
MARTIN SAF-2 Cover Door Assembly (pair): P/N 34611.

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Part Numbers

1
2

4
6
7

5
11

8
10
9

Item

Description

Part No.

Qty.

MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blade

38230-UXX

See Table II

MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blade w/Tungsten

Carbide Insert

38230-TXX

See Table II

MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blade w/slits

38230-SXX

See Table II

MARTIN SAF-2 Gauge Blade (Long)

33845-01X

MARTIN SAF-2 Gauge Blade (Short)

33845-02X

**

Screw sq. hd set 1/2-13NC x 2

22763-06

MARTIN SAF-2 End Stop

34048

1/8 Aircraft Cable S.S.

100107

Cable Clip for 1/8 Cable

23481

MARTIN SAF-2 Mainframe

33842-XX

Pin Snap 1/2 Rnd

33841

10

MARTIN SAF-2 Blade Cartridge

33843-XX

11

Pin Slotted Spring 1/2 x 3

33840

12

Finishing Plug

See Table II

NS

MARTIN SAF-2 Door

34611

NS

Label MARTIN Product

38048

NS

Operators Manual

M3320

See Note *

23395

See Fig. 10 MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount Tensioner

See Fig. 12 Label Conveyor Products Warning

Figure 9. MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Assembly, P/N 33847-XXXXX*

NS = Not Shown

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Part Numbers

*First XX indicates belt width in inches (see Table II); third X indicates blade type: urethane
blade (U), tungsten carbide insert (T), or slits (S); last X (T) indicates clamp mount tensioner
assembly and cover door included.
**Quantity item 3: urethane = 2; urethane with tungsten insert = 0; urethane with slit = 2.
XX indicates belt width in inches.

Table II. Belt Widths and MARTIN SAF-2 Urethane 3-inch Blade and Plug Information

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Belt Width
in. (mm)

Item 1
Quantity

Item 12
Part No.

12 (No Metric)

34896-01

18 (500)

34896-01

24 (650)

34896-01

30 (800)

34896-01

36 (1000)

10

34896-01

42 (1000)

12

34896-02

48 (1200)

14

34896-02

54 (1400)

16

34896-02

60 (1600)

18

34896-02

66 (1600)

20

34896-02

72 (1800)

22

34896-02

84 (2200)

26

34896-02

96 (2400)

30

34896-02

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Part Numbers

2
1
2
17
16
3

15
14
13

4
12

11
5
6

(Top bellow removed for clarity)

Item

8
9

10

Description

Part No.

Qty.

33993/
35435**

Adjustable Rod Weldment

Clamp Mount Mounting Hardware

35283

Fitting Grease 1/8 NPT x 90

33862

Bellows

34101

Washer Nylon 9/16

34097

Pin Wire Lock 5/16 x 2-3/4 SS

36143

Mainframe Clamp Weldment

33990

Pin for MARTIN

34977

Ring Retaining 3/8

34976

10

Clamp Mainframe Hinge

33994

11

Grip Vinyl Cushioned

34098

12

Spacer Nylon

34978

13

Clamp Mainframe Handle

33995

14

Nut Elastic Lock 1/4 -20 NC SS

26389

15

Clamp Mainframe Rod

33996

16

Nut Hex 1/4 -20 NC SS

30947

17

U-Bolt 1/4 -20 NC SS

33997

18

Mount Bracket Weldment

33987

2
2

SAF-2

Belt Cleaner SS

NS

Label MARTIN Product

32238

NS

Operators Manual

M3320

See Fig. 12 Label Conveyor Products Warning

23395

See Fig. 13 Label Pinch Point Warning

30528

See Fig. 14 Label Inside Installation

34881

Figure 10. MARTIN SAF-2 Standard Clamp Mount Tensioner Assembly, P/N 34000-X*
NS = Not Shown
*Replace X with M for assembly with metric fasteners.

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Part Numbers

10

1
2
9
8
3

5
6
(Top bellow removed for clarity)
Item

Description

Part No.

Qty.

Adjustable Rod Weldment

33993

Clamp Mount Mounting Hardware

35283

Fitting Grease 1/8 NPT x 90

33862

Bellows

34101

Washer Nylon 9/16

34097

Pin Wire Lock 5/16 x 2-3/4

36143

Mainframe Clamp Weldment

35390

Nut Hex 5/8 -11 NC

11772

Wedge Weldment

34615

10

Mount Bracket Weldment

33987

NS

Label MARTIN Product

32238

NS

Operators Manual

M3320

See Fig. 12 Label Conveyor Products Warning

23395

See Fig. 13 Label Pinch Point Warning

30528

See Fig. 14 Label Inside Installation

34881

Figure 11. MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Clamp Mount Tensioner Assembly, P/N 35391
NS = Not Shown

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WARNING

Lock out and/or tag out all energy sources to

conveyor system and loading system before
performing any work on conveyor or conveyor
accessories. Failure to do so could result in
severe injury or death.
Cierre y/o rotule todas las fuentes de energa al
sistema transportador y al sistema de carga antes
de realizar cualquier trabajo en el transportador
o sus accesorios. El no hacerlo puede resultar
en heridas serias o muerte.
Label P/N 23395

Figure 12. Conveyor Products Warning Label, P/N 23395

!ADVERTENCIA
!

WARNING

Pinch point!
Usted se puede
pellizcar!
Label P/N 30528

Figure 13. Pinch Point Warning Label, P/N 30528

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Part Numbers

ADVERTENCIA

Part Numbers

CUIDADO
! CAUTION

Belt cleaner/tensioner installed

inside this chute. Perform
maintenance according to
operators manual and after any
operational problem with belt or
conveyor system. Failure to do so
can damage belt and belt cleaner.
Limpiador de correa y tensionador
estn instalados por dentro de la
canaleta. Haga mantenimiento
segun el manual del operador y
despus de cualquier problema de
operacin con la correa o sistema
de correa. Si no se procede asi,
puede causar dao a la correa
y limpiador de correa.
Label P/N 34881

Figure 14. Inside Installation Label, P/N 34881

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Appendix
Appendix
Typical MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Installations

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Appendix

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner with Hanger Mount

4-1/2 (115)*

A
B
*3.75 (95) min;
7.25 (184) max

5.00 (127)
3.25 (83)

4.00
(102)

2.00
(51)

A. MARTIN SAF-2 Clamp Mount Assembly, P/N 34000-X

16.44
C

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(418)

B. MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Assembly, P/N 33847-XXXXX

C. MARTIN SAF-2 Heavy-Duty Hanger Mount Assembly,
P/N 34233-HD

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6.50
(165)
1.75
(44)

23.00
(584)
A
C

23.00
(584)
Conveyor Belt

A. MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Assembly, P/N 33847-XXXXX

B. MARTIN SAF-2 Clamp Mount Assembly, P/N 34000-X
C. MARTIN SAF-2 Roller Bracket Assembly, P/N 34542-XXXX

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Appendix

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner with Roller Bracket Assembly

Appendix

MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner with Cover Door (mounted on enclosed chute)

16.00
(406)

2.38

(60)

7.00
(178)

Chute wall cutout

A. MARTIN SAF-2 Clamp Mount Assembly, P/N 34000-X

B. MARTIN SAF-2 Belt Cleaner Assembly, P/N 33847-XXXXX
C. MARTIN SAF-2 Cover Door Assembly, P/N 34611

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