Key Components 31
Gathering Belts
The Gathering Belts, which move at a selectable continuous rate of speed, transport the
bag neck towards the tying position.
Belt Speed Switch
In normal operation, the Belt Speed switch enables the operator to adjust the speed of
the gathering belts. The belt speed can be adjusted from a setting of zero to fifteen. (Some
BCD switches may have A-D instead of 1-4) In normal operation, each speed setting is
approximately 15 percent faster than the previous setting. Proper speed should pull the
package 1”-2” ahead of the flight and finish tying as the flight catches up to the product.