Service manual

6. Check splines and keyways -- smooth any sharp edges and when necessary protect the seal
lip with an assembly sleeve or shim stock. Round the edges of the spline or keyway as much
as possible and lubricate with a hard, fibrous grease.
7. Check seal direction -- make sure that the new seal faces in the same direction as the original.
Generally, the lip faces the lubricant or fluid to be sealed.
8. Prelubricate the sealing element -- before installation by wiping with lubricant being retained.
9. Use the correct installation tool -- press fitting tools should have outside diameter .010" smaller
than the bore size. If possible, center of tool should be relieved so that pressure is applied only
at the O.D.
10. Use proper driving force -- where possible, an arbor press; otherwise, a dead blow hammer to
avoid popping the spring out of the seal. NEVER HAMMER DIRECTLY ON THE SURFACE
OF THE SEAL.
11. Bottom out the tool or seal -- to avoid cocking of the seal in the bore. This also positions the
seal correctly on the shaft.
12. Check for parts interference -- from other machine parts that might rub against the seal caus-
ing friction and damaging heat.
GEAR REDUCER SERVICE DATA
CAMCO Index Drives use three (3) basic makes of reducers. These are Cone Drive, Morse and
CAMCO. The service data list below is intended to cover all three in a general manner. It is recom-
mended that you refer to the lubrication bulletin pertaining to your particular model.
(You may request
a lubrication
bulletin from our Customer Service department, Wheeling, Illinois [phone]).
1. The reducer oil level should be checked monthly and the recommended oil added as required
to maintain the proper oil level.
2. The oil should be changed as outlined in the lubrication section.
3. All grease fittings should be lubricated with the recommended grease once per month.
4. The reducer , particularly finned areas and fan covers should be kept clean to allow maximum
heat dissipation. (Excessive accumulation of dirt and grease will effect proper cooling of the
unit).
5. All reducer and foundation bolts should be checked for tightness after three months of service
and annually therafter.
6. A change in sound level or excessive vibration can indicate low oil level, abnormal loading or
worn elements.
7. During operation, a worn gear may run hot. However, unless the temperature exceeds 200
degrees F.
(93 degrees C) there is no cause for alarm.
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