Specifications

ADJUSTMENTS Section No. DER05104
Effective Date 25 May 07 Page 3 of 4
c. Check that clutch has reset by attempting to rotate the cam/hub assembly. If rotation is
possible, repeat steps a and b, above.
CAUTION! In the following step, T-Handle Reset Screw Must Be Backed Out
Fully To Its Original Position Before Returning Centrifuge To Service.
d. After confirming that the clutch is reset, return the T-handle set screw to its original
position by turning counterclockwise (outward).
e. Return over-torque limit switch roller into contact with torque cam.
Figure 5014-2 Overload Release Clutch Components
5. If required torque is less than the value specified in step 3, above, increase torque by turning
adjustment screw (Figure 5014-3) clockwise until flush with the next milled depth on the clutch
housing and scribed lines are aligned; then re-check torque. Do not increase torque setting
beyond 335 in. lbs. for a 52:1 gearbox or 200 in. lbs. for a 125:1 gearbox.
WARNING! AN EXCESSIVE TORQUE SETTING CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
CENTRIFUGE. DO NOT SET CLUTCH TO RELEASE AT A HIGHER SETTING
THAN 335 IN. LBS. FOR 52:1 GEARBOX OR 200 IN. LBS. FOR 125:1
GEARBOX.