Installation & Operating Manual /DISC-O-FLEX/RLM,RLMK
RATHI TRANSPOWER PVT.LTD. Gaia Apex,S No 33/2D,Viman Nagar
R-II-D-03/02-09/20
Pune, 411014
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1.
Introduction & General Guidelines
RLM/RLMK type disc coupling are complied with ATEX (explosion protection) to transmit power
and torque between drive and driven shaft using flexible disc element blades to accommodate
misalignments between the equipments.
This manual will help you to install and maintain disc coupling before installing/disassembling of
coupling. It is advisable to read the manual carefully before starting the work. These special
designs are always provided with general assembly drawing which provides detail information of
the design and connected equipments.
Symbol description :
Caution person may get injured
Damage the product
Pay attention
Potentially explosive warning
2.
Before installation information
RLM/RLMK couplings are delivered by RTPL with element blade as assembled condition which
consists components from 3 to 8 as shown in fig. 2.1, it is recommended not to disassemble it
except case of replacement for blade assembly.
Fig. 1
PART LIST
Inspect coupling assembly for visible damage, if you found contact RATHI.
Remove red marked bolts & bushes, which are provided to avoid damaging of blade during
transportation.
Sr.No Component
Qty.
1
Coupling Bolt (DE)
06
2
Small sleeve
06
3
Driving Hub
01
4
Element Blade Assembly
02
5
Center Spacer
01
6
Cleveloc/Nylock Nut
12
7
Gagging Screw
06
8
Balancing bush
06
9
Driven Hub
01
10
Large sleeve
06
11
Coupling Bolt (NDE)
06
