Heavy duty needle bearings inserted in each end of the
Dynamometer deflection beam (or into both sides of the
shackles ears) allow the shackle pin to rotate as force is
applied. See
. Bearings should be cleaned
periodically in a suitable solvent. After drying, the bearings
should be treated with a coat of light machine oil (SAE-5W
non-detergent oil or lighter).
The case is not water-tight and if the Dynamometer should
be accidentally immersed, hold it so that water is free to run
out through the openings in the bottom of the case and allow
to dry.
2.2 Third-party shackles and
attachments
Dillon supplies shackles and pins with the dynamometers
that have been confirmed to properly work with our
mechanical dynamometers. Do not use shackles or shackle
pins that have not been qualified by Dillon. Lower profile
non-machined spots can often be observed and are normal.
If any type of accessory fitting is made for use with the Dillon
Dynamometer, be sure to machine this from high grade
aircraft alloy (E4340 steel or equivalent) and heat treat it in
order to ensure maximum safety.
CAUTION: DO NOT allow oil to run into the
mechanism case. The mechanism should
never be oiled as this tends to attract dust
or dirt.
Dillon / Avery Weigh-Tronix is not
responsible for failure of attachment
fittings furnished by others.
