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8. The chain tension should be checked after 48 hours of operation. Refer to the appropriate
maintenance section for recommended chain tensioning procedures. Repeat this step again after
two to three weeks of operation.
CAUTION:
Kice Industries, Inc. supplies self-lubricated chain on airlocks. Do not oil or
otherwise lubricate.
9. On airlocks with outboard bearings which utilize packing, after approximately two hours of
operation, the packing retainers will need to be retightened. This can be done in the following
manner:
a. Use an open-end wrench to tighten the packing retainer bolts (see Figure 5.1).
b. Tighten the bolts until the airlock motor is strained.
c. Then back off the bolts slightly.
10. Some outboard bearing airlocks can benefit
from the use of a continuous grease system.
To convert an airlock to a continuos grease
system, remove the grease zerk located on
both of the bearing supports and replace with
a grease line (see Figure 5.1)
Figure 5.1
CAUTION:
If the motor or speed reducer produces an unusual noise, disconnect the power
and lockout. Then check rotation to be sure motor is not wired backwards.
Shaft Guard
Packing Retainer
Grease Zerk
Plug in Airlock Endplate
Packing Retainer Bolts
