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Installation and Removal Instructions: Ringfeder® Shrink Discs
Installation and Removal Instructions: Ringfeder® Shrink Discs
Standard Shrink Discs Slide the shrink disc over the hub projection. The hub outside surface may be greased (see Figure 1: Shrink Disc).
DO NOT GREASE
Shaft Seat and Hub Bore
Shrink Disc
Split Shrink Discs Slide each half of the split shrink disc over the corresponding hub projection and align them as required. The hub outside diameter may be greased. Insert the locking screws through the collar and web clearance holes and screw them into the opposite collar (see Figure 2: Split Shrink Disc).
Web DO NOT GREASE Shaft Seat and Hub Shaft Hub Figure 2: Split Shrink Disc
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Clean and lightly oil the shaft bore and shaft seat. Insert the shaft or slide the hub into position over the shaft. Tighten 3 or 4 locking screws that are equally spaced around the diameter to establish a parallel or perpendicular position of shrink disc collar(s) relative to hub web or shaft, respectively. This step properly seats the collar(s) on the taper of the inner ring. Using a torque wrench, tighten all locking screws gradually and in sequence all the way around (not in a diametrically opposite sequence). Several passes may be required until all screws are torqued to the specied tightening torque (MA).
Verify that the screws are completely tight by applying the specied tightening torque (MA). The gap between the shrink disc collars or between the shrink disc collar and the hub web should be even all the way around.
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Note: Cast-iron webs may require hardened washers under the fastener head. Consult Ringfeder Corporation. .
Gradually release the locking screws all the way around. Begin by releasing each screw only about one-quarter of a turn to avoid jamming the collar(s).
Note: Do NOT remove screws completely yet. The collar may spring off.
Any rust formed around the hub must rst be removed. Once the screws are loose, remove the shaft or pull the hub from the shaft.
REINSTALLATION
After removal of an existing component, disassemble the shrink disc. Clean and inspect all parts. Reinstall the assembly beginning with Step 2 of the applicable section procedure above.