How to Repair an LJX Rotary Joint & Cantilevered Syphon

This video shows the removal, repair, and re-installation of the Kadant Johnson LJX rotary joint and cantilevered syphon. Specifically designed to retrofit critical rolls on the single facer, the LJX rotary joint and syphon system is a heavy-duty, robust combination engineered to deliver maximum heat across all board combinations and enhance safety around the single facer.
Disassembly & Repair Instructions: bit.ly/3aJakqG
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Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
00:37 Step 1 - Release residual pressure in the system
00:45 Step 2 - Remove the hex nuts
1:07 Step 3 - Bend tab outward and loosen the retention nut
1:26 Step 4 - Remove the hex nuts
1:37 Step 5 - Horizontal syphon pipe removed
2:11 Step 6 - Remove the quick release nipple flange
2:28 Step 7 - Disassembling rotary joint
2:49 Step 8 - Remove the retention plate
3:06 Step 9 - Inspect and replace potentially damaged parts
3:48 Step 10 - Begin to reinstall the parts
4:28 Step 11 - Alignment of keyways
4:51 Step 12 - Slide the quick-release nipple flange
5:08 Step 13 - Assembly of horizontal pipe
5:46 Step 14 - Place a new metal gasket
6:00 Step 15 - Install the rotary joint and syphon assembly
6:20 Step 16 - Slide the nipple into the journal flange recess
6:53 Step 17 - Check the rotary joint components for alignment
7:11 Step 18 - Tighten the retention nut
7:27 Step 19 - Reinstall the head using the gasket
7:54 Step 20 - Install hex nuts
8:28 Step 21 - Slide a spacer
8:51 Step 22 - Connect the piping
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