CHAIN DRIVE RUNNING HOT
1. Lubrication system or type of lubrication is inadequate for operating speed and power being transmitted.
2. Volume of lubricant not sufficient
3. Chain continually contacting an obstruction.
4.Incorrect chain pitch for operating speed and transmitted horsepower .
CHAIN CLIMBING OR SPROCKET JUMPING TEETH SPROCKET
1. Worn chain or sprockets.
2. Excessive chain slack.
3. Insufficient chain wrap