Air Knocker Installation Guide

Mounting Position

For Small Conical or Pyramidal Hopper Applications
For Small Conical or Pyramidal Hopper Applications
For Large Conical or Pyramidal Hopper Applications
For Large Conical or Pyramidal Hopper Applications
For Material Build-Up on Walls or Inside Piping
For Material Build-Up on Walls or Inside Piping
For Poor-Flowability Powder Materials
For Poor-Flowability Powder Materials

Main Unit Installation

All Knocker Models

When securing the knocker using the supplied bolts, spring washers, and HARDLOCK® nuts, always tighten the fasteners according to the specified torque values. Insufficient tightening torque may cause the nuts to loosen due to the impact generated during operation.

Tightening Torque (N·m)

Nut Size ※M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M20
Tightening Torque Upper Nut ※4.8 10.8 20.6 35.3 56.9 84.3 167
Lower Nut ※4.8 7.6 14.4 24.7 39.8 59 117

Notes:
M6 values are specified for double-nut installation (RKV20P only).
M8–M20 values are specified for use with HARDLOCK® nuts (all models except RKV21P).

To prevent accidental falling, suspend and secure the unit using the supplied safety wire and shackle. In addition, be sure to secure the threaded portion of the shackle with safety wire or a similar locking method to prevent loosening.

RKV Type

RKD Type

When the supplied base assembly is not used, ensure that the dimensions between the installation target and the mounting base conform to the specified requirements.

Model Specified Dimensions(mm)
RKD30PB 50±2
RKD40PB 75±2
RKD60PB 90±2
RKD80PA
RKD100PA
RKD120P