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© Emerson Power Transmission Manufacturing, L. P. 1998. All Rights Reserved.
Installation and Alignment
Instructions
FORM 17200
DECEMBER, 1996
The trademarks KOP-FLEX,KOP-GRID and
are registered trademarks of
Emerson Power Transmission Manufacturing. L. P. and/or Kop-Flex, Inc.
KOP-GRID
®
Tapered Grid
Coupling - Type H
Horizontal Split Cover
INSTALLATION and ALIGNMENT
INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions apply to KOP-GRID
®
type H tapered grid
couplings.
This sheet may be supplemented by Special Instructions
supplied with the coupling for modifications and variations of
these couplings. For dimensions, ratings, maximum bores,
interference fits, and other technical information, please refer
to Bulletin 1700.
When working on rotating equipment be sure to lock out the
starting switch of prime mover so the equipment cannot be
started until work is complete, checked, and personnel are
safely away. Proper installation per this product instruction
sheet must be observed. Failure to do so may void warranty
and could result in injury to person or property.
MAINTENANCE and LUBRICATION
Lubricate the KOP-GRID
®
coupling with grease only. Use
KOP-FLEX
®
KSG coupling grease or other grease meeting
the minimum specifications shown.
Do not use oil in KOP-GRID
®
couplings.
Coupling lubrication is critical. The use of proper and suffi-
cient lubrication is part of a successful installation.
Lubricants should be checked to ensure the proper level is
maintained and that the lubricant is free of contaminates. In
an average industrial application, the coupling should be
checked for lubricant contamination and replenished with the
proper volume every twelve months. Conditions such as very
slow speed, reversing drives, high heat and severe environ-
ments may require more frequent lubrication.
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANT
KOP-FLEX
®
KSG Coupling Grease
This grease is specifically compounded for standard couplings
to provide improved lubrication and resistance to centrifugal
separation. When KSG grease is used, lubrication intervals
may be extended, based upon operating experience. KSG
coupling grease is available from Kop-Flex or authorized dis-
tributors of Kop-Flex power transmission products.
OTHER GREASES
Alternate lubricating greases should equal or exceed the
specifications for KOP-FLEX
®
KSG coupling grease (speci-
fication sheet 3532 is available upon request). Greases other
than KSG should meet these minimum specifications:
Grade: NLGI #1
Base oil Viscosity: Min:
3000 SSU at 100°F
160 SSU at 210°F
Dropping Point, Min.: 190°F
Four Ball Wear, ASTM D-2266:
.500 mm Maximum
Base Oil Content: 87% Minimum
K36 Factor, ASTM D-4425:
KSG: K36 = 8/25 =.33
Required:
Rust and Oxidation Inhibitors
E.P. Additives
KOP-FLEX, INC., P.O. BOX 1696, BALTIMORE MARYLAND 21203, 410-768-2000
KOP-FLEX CANADA, LTD., 19 METEOR DRIVE, REXDALE, ONTARIO, CANADA M9W-1A3, 416-675-7144
Emerson Power Transmission
Emerson Power Transmission
GRID HUB
TYPE H COVER
TAPERED GRID
SEAL
COVER
FASTENERS
GASKET
SURFACE
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CAUTION
If assembled
incorrectly,
equipment failure
and personal
injury may result.
Disconnect all power while adjusting units
