Do not exceed the operation loads for this shaft as noted on its PSDS, Product Safety Data Sheet. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product and on the PSDS. Do not use fingers or other objects to deflate the shaft; Tidland recommends using the Tidland Air Release Tool (see page 3).
INSTALLED USE ONE OR TWO SET SCREWS) VALVE JOURNAL (LOCATIONS VARY) INTERNAL LEAF SET BUTTON (CRIMPED ON) RUBBER TUBE ASSEMBLY SEE PAGE 10-12 FOR DETAILS. See page 13 for end view of internal parts. www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 4...
INTERNAL LEAF gripper bar. ASSEMBLY 5. Inflate rubber tube to 80-120 psi (5.5-8.3 bar), securing the web between the leaves. 6. Begin winding operation. SHAFT BODY www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 5...
NOTE: Valves with pre-applied thread sealant are good for multiple uses. Always inspect the valve threads for sufficient sealant; do not reuse more than six times. 4. Screw the valve into the shaft and torque to 8.8-10 ft·lbs (12-13.6 Nm). www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 6...
If you are using re-using your tube fittings with bulk rubber tube material, see instructions starting on page 11. www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 7...
MAINTENANCE Using the hose clamp with bulk rubber tube material Removing the hose clamp Tidland recommends the use of a pincer for safe and easy removal of the hose clamp. Standard pincer Tidland Part No. 27L778957 Spring return pincer Tidland Part No. 27L778958 1.
This lifts the internal leaves off of the rubber tube assembly, allowing for easier removal. 2. With the leaves wedged in lifted position, remove all air from the shaft. Use the Tidland Air Release Tool for safety and best results.
Note: O-ring connector configurations vary. Make sure there is an o-ring in each groove before re-assembly. Do not inflate rubber tube assembly outside of the shaft. Tube fittings could disengage from assembly and become dangerous projectiles. Can result in serious injury. www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 10...
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Tube fitting threads should be perpendicular to the rubber tube. If crooked, loosen the nut and repeat the procedure. 11. Repeat the procedure for the non-valve end. Reinstalling the rubber tube assembly; page 10. www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 11...
Foam spring Leaf spring Rubber tube filler Rubber tube filler fastener Rubber tube * 650HD shafts may have plugs installed that block access to these fasteners. Call Maxcess for assistance. www.maxcessintl.com Tidland Leaf Shaft MI 27L691995 1 L Page 13...
Tidland no longer supplies the steel springs; you can replace them with Poron® microcellular urethane (foam-like) springs for the same results. Note that slots must be at least .25-inch wide for standard Poron spring Tidland part number 564892. For leaf sets that have narrower slots than .25 inch, call Tidland for assistance.
Journals wear prematurely High loads or speeds Check PSDS specifications for your shaft application. Verify that journals are hardened. Excessive shaft vibration Shaft imbalance Return shaft to Tidland for dynamic balancing. AMERICAS EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST CHINA INDIA JAPAN KOREA, TAIWAN,...
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