Patent ID: 6808055
Filing Date: 2004-10-26
Classification: F16D

Abstract:
An installation device for use in a centrifugal clutch including an output portion having at least one friction plate and an input portion that includes a clutch cover, a pressure plate for applying a clamping force against the friction plate, and at least one flyweight that moves radially outward under the effects of centrifugal force to cause the pressure plate to exert a clamping force against the friction plate, the installation device comprising:an installation hub moveable relative to the clutch cover between a first position, wherein the installation hub is engaged with the at least one flyweight to force the engaged flyweight to move radially outward, and a second position, wherein the installation hub is disengaged from the flyweight; a resilient member biasing the installation hub toward the second position, the resilient member being selectively engaged with the clutch cover to inhibit movement of the installation hub toward the first position; and whereby when the engaged flyweight is moved radially outward, the axial position of the pressure plate is modified such that the pressure plate provides a clamping force against the friction plate.