DE-STA-CO Rite-Link Conveyors 75mm, 115mm and 150mm LINKS - Manual (Page 3)

INTRODUCTION
This service manual pertains to the disassembly and assembly of the CAMCO Rite-Link conveyor (75mm, 115mm
and 150mm links)
The CAMCO Rite-Link conveyor comes in two types: “over and under” and “carousel.” Both can be driven by a
CAMCO index drive containing cam followers and a precision cam. Inspection and service on the index drives is
covered in a separate Service Manual for the specific model index drive.
This manual is to be used in conjunction with the General Service Manual, which describes the lubrication and
general maintenance of CAMCO index drives.
Drawings of the various size links are included in this manual. The procedures in this manual reference the item
numbers of these drawings.
Also included is a complete Bill of Materials for your convenience in identifying and ordering spare or
replacement parts.
Some users of CAMCO Rite-Link conveyors have the facilities and trained personnel to accomplish service
repair. You must determine the extent to which intricate servicing should be done in your facility. When in doubt,
DE-STA-CO recommends that a trained CAMCO serviceman make the repairs.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The CAMCO Rite-Link conveyor is a precision mechanical device that requires no internal adjustment during its
expected service life when operated within rated loads and speeds.
CAMCO Rite-Link conveyors employ the "link on link" design, meaning all links are identical to one another and
every link can be used for fixture mounting, rather than the "link on spacer bar" design which only allows every
other link to be used for fixture mounting.
NOTE: Numbers in the parts description refer to the Link Assembly Drawing and Parts List shown on pages 8-16.
The connection of the two links consists of a precision ground link pin with precision plastic bushings in each
link ear.
The ends of each link are fitted with precision pins on which are placed ball bearings that are separated from the
link by a washer and constrained by a retaining ring. These support the loads on the face of the link,
as well as restrict face in-and-out movement.
Each link is furnished with link support ball bearings to support loads and eliminate any movement between the
link and conveyor main frame.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS
Statements in this manual preceded by the words WARNING or CAUTION and printed in italics are very
important. We recommend you take special notice of these during service or repair.
WARNING
Means there is the possibility of personal injury to yourself or others.
CAUTION
Means there is the possibility of damage to the CAMCO unit.
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