TAPER BUSHING INSTALLATION GUIDE
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please follow the instructions below in order for the Martin bushing to
perform satisfactorily.
INSTALLATION
1 Clean all oil, dirt, and paint from shaft, bushing bore, outside of bushing and component (sprocket, sheave...etc.)
bore.
2 Insert bushing into component. Match the hole pattern, not the threaded holes (each hole will be threaded on one
side only.)
3. Thread set or cap screws into those half threaded holes indicated by
❍
on above diagram. Mount assembly on
shaft.
4. Alternately torque set or cap screws* to recommended torque setting in chart below.
5. Repeat steps 4 and 5 until torque wrench reading, after hammering, is the same as before hammering.
6. Fill all unoccupied holes with grease.
REMOVAL
1. Remove all set or cap screws.
2. Insert set or cap screws in holes indicated by ● on drawing. Loosen bushing by alternately tightening set or cap
screws.
3. To reinstall, complete all seven (7) installation instructions.
Recommended Torque:
Bushing #
Set Or Cap Screw
Wrench Torque In./Lbs.
3020
5/8 – 11 Socket Set Screw
800
Note: If two bushings are used on same component and shaft, fully tighten one bushing before working on the other.
WARNING:
Because of the possible danger to person(s) or property from accidents which may result from the
improper use of products, it is important that correct procedures be followed: Products must be used in accordance
with the engineering information specified in the catalog. Proper installation, maintenance and operation procedures
must be observed. The instructions given above must be followed. Inspections should be made as necessary to
assure safe operation under prevailing conditions. All rotating power transmission products when used in a drive are
potentially dangerous and must be guarded by the user as required by applicable laws, regulations, standards, and
good safety practice. (Refer to ANSI Standard B15.1.)
WARNING:
USE OF ANTISEIZE LUBRICANT ON TAPERED CONE SURFACES OR ON
BOLTTHREADS WHEN MOUNTING MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO SHEAVES
AND SPROCKETS. THIS VOIDS ALL MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTIES.
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