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News Release from: Diamond Chain Company | Subject: Roller chain maintenance procedures
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 07 January 2004
Roller chain maintenance in focus
Diamond Chain Company has issued a maintenance procedures guide answering questions concerning roller chain maintenance and problems caused by improper maintenance.
Diamond Chain Company has issued a maintenance procedures guide answering questions concerning roller chain maintenance and problems caused by improper maintenance The free booklet can be requested from Diamond Chain Company, UK
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 1 Sep 2003 at 8.00am (UK)
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The booklet covers the following topics.
Installation of roller chain drives: proper installation of roller chain drives ensures maximum service life and efficiency from a chain drive.
Recommendations are given on the condition of drive components, drive alignment, installation of the chain, and chain tension.
Lubrication: proper lubrication is necessary to achieve maximum service life of the chain.
Recommendations are given on different lubrication methods (manual or drip lubrication; oil bath or oil slinger; oil stream lubrication), lubricant viscosity for various surrounding temperatures, and limiting chain speed for various types of lubrication.
Problems: the useful "troubleshooting guide" lists problematic conditions and symptoms, their possible causes, and what to do to ensure smooth operation of roller chain and chain drives.
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