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Section 1: PRO R&P Drive Assembly

Section Note

Skip to Section 1.2Section 1.2 if you are using a NEMA 34 motor.

Section Note

Simplified models will not depict gear teeth on the motor pulleys or drive spindles


1.1 NEMA 23 Drive Assembly

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Parts and Tools Required

The following parts and tools will be used in Section 1.1

QTY Part/Description
1 NEMA 23 Motor
1 CRP201-09 - NEMA 23 Motor Pulley
1 R&P Drive Plate
1 CRP325-00 - PRO NEMA 23 Spindle Assembly
1 CRP320-00-FAST-375-19.1
(4) M5 x 14mm Socket Head Cap Screw
(4) M5 Hex Nut
(1) NEMA 23 R&P Drive Belt
(1) 5/16" Flat Washer
(1) M6 x 22mm Socket Head Cap Screw
(1) Cam Tensioner
Remaining parts from this kit used in during installation

Note: The fastener kit part number listed above is applicable for NEMA 23's with the default 3/8" shaft. If you purchased the 1/4" shaft version, your fastener kit part number will be CRP320-00-FAST-250-19.1.


1.1.1 Motor Assembly

1.1.1.1

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  • Slide the motor pulley onto the motor shaft as indicated.

Assembly Note

Ensure the motor keys are installed into the shaft prior to installing the pulley. Motor keys will either be pre-installed or included in a small bag.


1.1.1.2

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  • Adjust the motor pulley such that the top of the pulley is 28mm (1-3/32") from the motor flat.

1.1.1.3

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  • Apply blue thread locker to the set screws. (Not Included)
  • Fully tighten the set screws.

Assembly Note

Do not over tighten, but ensure fasteners are completely seated.


1.1.2 Drive Plate Assembly

1.1.2.1

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  • Carefully set hex nuts in the indicated slots.

1.1.2.2

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  • Attach the motor to the R&P plate as indicated.
  • Partially tighten the fasteners.

Assembly Note

Orient the motor with the cable pointing towards the R&P drive plate bearing cup.


1.1.2.3

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  • Attach the drive spindle to the R&P plate as indicated.

Assembly Note

Your spindle may have the shaft installed in the spindle already, held in place with a plastic hex nut for protection during shipping. The plastic hex nut needs to be removed prior to installing the spindle.


1.1.2.4

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  • Tighten the drive spindle shaft.

1.1.2.5

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  • Slide the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive spindle.

Assembly Note

It may be necessary to slide the motor closer to the drive spindle as indicated.


1.1.2.6

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  • Attach the tensioner cam to the R&P drive plate as indicated.

1.1.2.7

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  • Use a 16mm wrench to turn the tensioner cam against the motor.

1.1.2.8

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  • Hold the tensioner cam against the motor to generate belt tension.

Assembly Note

The belt should be tight enough such that the belt cannot be squeezed more than 3mm (1/8") with your fingers.


1.1.2.9

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  • With the belt tensioned, fully tighten the cam tensioner and motor fasteners.

1.2 NEMA 34 Drive Assembly

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Section Note

Skip this section if you are using a NEMA 23 motor.

Section Note

Simplified models will not depict gear teeth on the motor pulleys or drive spindles


Parts and Tools Required

The following parts and tools will be used in Section 1.2

QTY Part/Description
1 NEMA 34 Motor
1 CRP301-03 - NEMA 34 Motor Pulley
1 R&P Drive Plate
1 CRP324-00 - PRO NEMA 34 Spindle Assembly
1 CRP320-00-FAST-500
(4) M6 Hex Nut
(1) NEMA 34 R&P Drive Belt
(1) 5/16" Flat Washer
(5) M6 x 22mm Socket Head Cap Screw
(1) Cam Tensioner
Remaining parts from this kit used during installation

1.2.1 Motor Assembly

1.2.1.1

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  • Slide the motor pulley onto the motor shaft as indicated.

Assembly Note

Ensure the motor keys are installed into the shaft prior to installing the pulley. Motor keys will either be pre-installed or included in a small bag.


1.2.1.2

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  • Adjust the motor pulley such that the top of the pulley is 35mm (1-3/8") from the bottom of the motor flat.

1.2.1.3

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  • Apply blue thread locker to the set screws. (Not included)
  • Fully tighten the set screws.

1.2.2 Drive Plate Assembly

1.2.2.1

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  • Carefully set hex nuts in the indicated slots.

1.2.2.2

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  • Attach the motor to the R&P plate as indicated.
  • Partially tighten the fasteners.

Assembly Note

Orient the motor with the cable pointing towards the R&P drive plate bearing cup.


1.2.2.3

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  • Attach the drive spindle to the R&P plate as indicated.

Assembly Note

Your spindle may have the shaft installed in the spindle already, held in place with a plastic hex nut for protection during shipping. The plastic hex nut needs to be removed prior to installing the spindle.


1.2.2.4

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  • Tighten the drive spindle shaft.

1.2.2.5

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  • Slide the drive belt around the motor pulley and drive spindle.

Assembly Note

It may be necessary to slide the motor closer to the drive spindle as indicated.


1.2.2.6

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  • Attach the tensioner cam to the R&P drive plate as indicated.

1.2.2.7

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  • Use a 16mm wrench to turn the tensioner cam against the motor.

1.2.2.8

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  • Hold the tensioner cam against the motor to generate belt tension.

Assembly Note

The belt should be tight enough such that the belt cannot be squeezed more than 3mm (1/8") with your fingers.


1.2.2.9

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  • With the belt tensioned, fully tighten the cam tensioner and motor fasteners.