Voith CH Series - Inspections

Maintenance
J.M. Voith SE & Co. KG/VTA | Instruction Manual
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High
-performance universal joint shaft
Instruction manual (Translation)
G853 en 07/2013, Version1
After several years,
depending on load
1
 Have main overhaul done by the manufacturer.
 If necessary, order new universal joint shaft.
In case of unusual
running noises:
1  Perform visual inspection, e.g. for damage, noteworthy changes
 Checking axial clearance of the journal cross set
( Chapter 9.3.1, page 58).
 Checking deflection play of the center part ( Chapter 9.3.2, page 59).
Determine cause, e.g. insufficient connection or other sytsem parts are
touching the universal joint shaft, e.g. hoses or cables.
 If possible, eliminate the cause or consult the manufacturer.
Tab. 9.1: Intervals for maintenance work and inspections
9.3 Inspections
9.3.1 Checking axial clearance of the journal cross set
The measured values specified in this section are examples.
 Binding measured values for each universal joint shaft type:
see repair instructions.
 Heed force for lifting the universal joint shaft:
max. 1.5 x weight of the universal joint shaft.
Fig. 9.1: Checking axial clearance of the journal cross set on two levels
1. On the first universal joint:
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et holder on the flange of the flange yoke.