KICE Rotary Airlock VJX 20x15

Ensure all energy sources are locked and tagged out in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.147, local enforcement authorities, OSHA, and facility safety practices.

Review all Safety Precautions noted in the manual before performing maintenance on equipment.

Refer to Appendix 10 for clearance information.

Turn off the airlock and remove all potential energy sources following SOPs and lockout/tagout procedures.

Remove the airlock from system to obtain unobstructed access to rotor.

Place a block in the airlock to prevent the rotor from turning unexpectedly.

Turn off airlock and remove all potential energy sources following SOPs and lockout/tagout procedures.

Remove airlock from system to obtain unobstructed access to rotor through the inlet of the airlock.

Place a wood block in the airlock to prevent the rotor from turning unexpectedly.

Drive Side Cartridge Preparation

Loosen idler sprocket to relieve chain tension and remove chain.

Remove driver sprocket and sprocket from airlock gearmotor.

Turn off airlock and remove all potential energy sources following SOPs and lockout/tagout procedures before removing chain guard cover.

Confirm the sprockets are in good condition and teeth are not excessively worn.

Confirm the chain is free of grit and debris and is in good condition. Pins and bushings should not have flat surfaces and should release smoothly from each sprocket while in motion.

Verify all three sprockets are aligned in the same plane. The idler sprocket will determine the axial alignment plane.

Enter the shaft center distance in inches.

Enter the calculated chain deflection in inches (2% to 3% of shaft center distance).