R&D Earthing Connector Strips for Flexible Couplings

Earthing Connectors

'R & D Marine' Earthing Connectors consists of a Silver impregnated ribber strip, which when fitted through the axis of the coupling between the two fail safe straps gives electrical continuity, R & D have sizes to fit all 910 series couplings.

Installation Procedure for R & D Earthing Connectors

1. While carrying out the following procedure, ensure that the connector is not contaminated by grease or dirt.
2. Before fiiting the coupling into the drive train, remove 2 off bolts holding one of the fail safe straps.
3. Remove the fail safe strap to uncover the hole in the center of the coupling.
4. Roll up the earthing connector (lengthways) as tight as possible.

5. Push into the hole previously uncovered by removing the strap as far as possible.
6. Replace the fail safe strap ensuring that the connector is not damaged, replace 2 off bolts.
7. Fit the coupling as per the installation instructions.
8. Check electrical continuity on installation and thereafter at three to six month intervals.