CM 21000

Wa r n i n g
Forward this manual the person responsible
for Installation, Operation and Maintenance of
the product described herein. Without access
to this information, faulty Installation, Operation
or Maintenance may result in personal injury or
equipment damage.
Installation, Operation
and Maintenance of
Airflex@ CM
Marine Clutch
n
! Cauti on:
Use Only Genuine Airflex Replacement Parts
The Airflex Division of Eaton Corporation recommends the use
of genuine Airflex replacement parts. The use of non-genuine
Airflex replacement parts could result in substandard product
performance, and may void your Eaton warranty. For optimum
performance, contact Airflex:
In the U.S.A. and Canada: (800) 233-5890
Outside the U.S.A. and Canada: ( 216) 281- 2211
November, 1994
204091
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Table of Contents
1.0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1 Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 How i t Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.0 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.1 Mounti ng Consi derati ons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Mounting Spider and Drum Hub . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.3 Installation of Element and Drum - Gap Mounted Arrangement . . . . 3
2.4 Ai r Control System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.0 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3.1 Torque, RPM and Pressure Limits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3. 2 Al i gnment
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.0 MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.1 Periodic Inspection
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
4.2 Friction Lining Replacement
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.0 SPARE PARTS STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.1 Element Assemblies
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5. 2 Dr ums
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
6. 0 ORDERI NG I NFORMATI ON/ TECHNI CAL ASSI STANCE . . . . . . . . . . 8
7.0 DRUM SELECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
8.0 ELEMENT PARTS LIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
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FIGURE 1 - COMPONENT PARTS FOR AIRFLEX
TYPE CM ELEMENT
II n-EM I
DESCRIPTION
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1 Rim and Tube Assembly
II
I
2 Replacement Friction Lining
I
I 2A I
Rivets
II

3 Elbow Assembly
4 Air Connection Tube
5 Air Connection Gasket
II
6 Shoe Pin
I
7 Friction Shoe Assembly
8 Cotter Pin
DUAL MOUNTED
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1 .0 INTRODUCTION
Throughout this manual there are a number
of HAZARD WARNINGS that must be read
and adhered to in order to prevent possible
personal injury and/or damage to the equipment.
Three signal words DANGER, WARNING,
and CAUTION are used to indicate the
severity of the hazard, and are preceded by the
safety alert symbol A.
A
! DANGER
Denotes the most serious injury
hazard, and is used when serious
injury or death WILL result from
misuse or failure to follow specific
instructions.
A
! WARNING
Used when serious injury or death MAY
result from misuse or failure to follow
specific instructions.
A
! CAUTION
Used when injury or product/equipment
damage may result from misuse or failure
to follow specific instructions.
1 1 . Description
1 . 1 . 1 The Airflex air-actuated CM element assembly
is designed and manufactured to provide
dependable clutch service in a multitude of
marine and industrial applications. The
ventilated construction is suited for heavy
duty operations where moderate slippage is
encountered. All torque load is carried through
the neoprene and cord actuating tube which
assists in absorbing damaging shock loads.
The Airflex CM element assembly requires no
lubrication or adjustment.
1. 1. 2 All Airflex CM element assemblies are supplied
with NON-ASBESTOS friction material.
2
1. 1. 3
1. 1. 4
1. 1. 5
1 2 .
1. 2. 1
1. 2. 2
1. 2. 3
The Airflex CM element assemblies are
available in 5 sizes which are identified by
the drum diameter in inches on which they
constrict and the width in inches of its friction
lining. For instance, size 26CM475 is designed
to constrict on to a 26 inch (660 mm) diame-
ter drum and has a friction lining width of 4.75
inches (121 mm). The smallest CM element
will constrict on a 26 inch (660 mm) diameter
drum and the largest on a 48 inch (1219 mm)
drum.
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Individual elements can be bolted together to
form dual elements having twice the torque
capacity of a single element.
CM elements have gained popularity as
marine propulsion clutches. In this arrange-
ment, one element of a dual mounted unit
drives through a drum and drum hub attached
to a gearbox pinion and functions as the ahead
(forward) clutch, the other element drives
through a gear shaft drum and drum hub and
spacer and functions as the astern (reverse)
clutch. A manifold is bolted to the outboard
end of the element to serve as an inlet for the
required air supply and connection to the en-
gine flywheel.
HOW IT WORKS
Referring to Figure 1, CM construction
consists of a neoprene and cord tube which is
bonded to the outer steel Rim (1). The rim has
male and female registers which permit the
element to be easily assembled into a dual
arrangement. This register combination
accurately locates the CM element to the
driving component. Drilled holes are located in
the flange of the rim, which allow for simple
mounting to an adapter flange or spider.
As air pressure is applied to the air actuating
tube, the tube inflates, forcing the ventilated
Friction Shoe Assemblies (7) uniformly inward
against the drum which is attached to the
driven component. As actuating air is
exhausted, the resiliency of the tube, aided by
centrifugal force, retracts the shoes, resulting
in total disengagement.
Ventilated friction shoes are attached to the
tube by Shoe Pins (6) which in turn are held
into position by Cotter Pins (8). Rubber lugs on
the inside diameter of the actuating tube fit
into recesses in the friction shoe backing plate
providing a positive interface between the
shoe and tube.
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2 0 l INSTALLATION
2 1 .
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2. 1 . I
2. 1. 2
2. 1. 3
2 2 . Mounting Spider and Drum Hub
2. 2. 1
Mounting Considerations
Refer to the Airflex assembly drawing or the
machinery maintenance manual for installation
procedures for the specific CM application
being installed. Following are some general
guidelines for installation of the CM marine
clutch.
A
! Caution:
Oil or grease contamination will result in
a reduction of developed clutch torque.
Either of these conditions will result in
clutch slippage and/or overheating.
A
f Caution: 0
All rotating equipment must be
guarded to comply with applicable
safety standards.
Clutch shaft alignment must be within the
tolerances indicated in the alignment section
3.2.2 of this manual.
All mounting fasteners must be of the proper
size and grade, and tightened to the value
shown on Table 1. Use self locking nuts or
lockwashers.
NOTE: The drum hub and spider (adapter
flange) are unique to each individual applica-
tion and are identified on the drawing.
The spider and drum hub are bored for a
press fit onto their respective shafts. The
interference is approximately .0005 in. per
inch (0,0005mm/mm) of shaft diameter.
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TABLE 1
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Fastener Size & Assembly Torque
Model Size
Torque
Ft-Lb (Nm)
ii 26CM475 1 5/8-11NC 1 77 (104) 1
11 30CM500 1 I II
NOTE: All fasteners must be Grade 5 or better.
3
2. 2. 1. 1
2. 2. 1. 2
2. 2. 1. 3
2. 2. 1. 4
2. 2. 1. 5
2 3 .
2. 3. 1
2. 3. 2
2. 3. 3
2. 3. 4
Ensure the shaft is clean and free of nicks or
burrs and check the shaft and bore diameters
for proper fit.
Tap the key into the keyway, making sure it
bottoms.
Apply a light coat of anti-seizing compound to
the shaft and key.
Heat the drum hub or spider uniformly to
250F (121 C) to expand the bore.
A
f Caution: 0
It is recommended the drum hub or
spider be heated in oil or an oven;
however, since this is not always
possible, torches may be used. When
using torches, use several with
rosebud (broad-flame) tips and keep
them moving, starting from the outside
moving inward, to avoid hot spots.
Check bore temperature frequently to
avoid overheating.
Slide the heated drum hub or spider onto the
shaft to the position indicated on the assembly
drawing or specific machinery manual. Hold in
position and allow to cool.
Installation of Element
and Drum - Gap Mounted Arrangement
NOTE: Insure that all mating surfaces are clean
and free of paint, corrosion, burrs, ect., prior
to mounting.
Note the orientation of the drum flange with
respect to the air connection on the element
and slide the drum into the element.
Separate the shafts as far as the bearing
clearances will allow and hoist the
element/drum into position.
Attach the drum to the drum hub with the
appropriate fasteners(see table I). Make sure
the bore in the drum flange fully engages the
pilot on the drum hub. Torque and tighten
evenly to the value in table 1.
Apply a small amount of pliable gasket cement
to the air connection gaskets to hold them in
position during installation. Install the air
connection gasket onto the air tube. See
Figure 2.
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Air
Connection
Gasket
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Figure 2
2. 3. 5 Align the element air connection with the
passage in the spider and attach the element
to the spider with the appropriate fasteners.
See table. Make sure the element fully
engages the register in the spider. Tighten
fasteners in an even crosswise pattern to the
value shown in table 1.
2. 4 Air Control System
n
! Caution:
Maximum applied air pressure is 150
psig (10,3 bar). Operation at pressures
exceeding 150 psig (10,3 bar) may
result in damage to the element.
0
f Caution: l
Do not inflate the element without
having a drum in place. Inflation of the
element without a drum in place will
result in permanent damage to the
element components.
2. 4. 1 Since the air control system used will be
dependent on the specific application, a
detailed description cannot be made in this
manual. Following are some general guidelines
for installing and adjusting air controls.
2. 4. 2 The air receiver tank must be located within
five feet of the rotorseal.
2. 4. 3 Use full size piping and valves consistent with
the rotorseal size.
2. 4. 4 Keep the number of elbows to a minimum.
2. 4. 5
2. 4. 6
2. 4. 7
2. 4. 8
3.0 .
3.1
3. 1. 1
Use poppet-type solenoid valves. Spool valves
are not recommended.
An air line lubricator is not required for the
element; however, if one is used, it must be
a non-adjustable, mist-type
If a flow control valve is used, it must have
free flow (indicated by an arrow on the valve
body) directed away from the element.
The final connection to the rotorseal MUST
be made with flexible hose and place no radial
load upon the rotorseal.
A
f Caution: 0
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Do not use rigid pipe at the connection
to the rotorseal. Rigid piping will result
in excessive loads on the rotorseal
bearings, shortening life.
A
! Warning:
Exceeding operating limits described
in this section may result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
! Caution:
A
All rotating equipment must be guarded
to comply with applicable safety
standards.
Torque, RPM and Pressure Limits
The developed torque is dependent upon the
applied air pressure and operating speed. if the
developed torque seems inadequate, check for
oil, grease or dust contamination or excessive
wear.
A
f Danger:
0
Do not exceed the operating speeds
shown in Table 2. Operation at speeds
greater than allowable will result in
permanent damage to the element,
personal injury or death.
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TABLE 2
Maximum Safe Operating Speeds
Size Maximum RPM
26CM475 1030
30CM500 915
35CM500 790
40CM550 700
48CM650 605
A
t Caution: 0
Maximum applied air pressure is 150
psig (10,3 bar). Operation at pressures
exceeding 150 psig (10,3 bar) may
result in damage to the element.
A
f Caution: 0
The non-asbestos friction material used
in Airflex CM elements may not develop
rated torque initially. A short wear in is
required. Clutch operation should be
monitored closely to prevent excessive
heat generation from slippage.
3. 1. 2 Maximum safe operating speeds are shown
in Table 2.
3. 2 Al i gnment
A
f Caution: 0
I \
When the CM element is used for
marine applications, consult gear drive
and/or Engine manufacturer installation
and alignment publications.
A
t Caution:
0
Operationwith shaft misalignment
exceeding alignment limits will result
in accelerated wear of the element
components. Severe misalignment will
result in excessive vibration and/or
overheating when disengaged due to
dragging of the friction shoes.
3. 2. 1 PARALLEL ALIGNMENT TOLERANCE :
Not to exceed .010 inch (0,254mm) Total
Indicator Reading .005 inch (0,127mm)
maximum offset.
3. 2. 2
4.0
4 1 .
4. 1. 1
4. 1. 1. 1
4. 1. 1. 2
ANGULAR ALIGNMENT TOLERANCE :
Not to exceed .0005 inch per inch
(0,0005mm/mm) diameter at which
readings are taken.
MAINTENANCE
A
! Warning:
Only qualified personnel should install,
adjust or repair these units. Faulty
workmanship will result in exposure to
hazardous conditions personal injury
and/or equipment damage.
A
! Warning:
Prior to removal of the clutch , make
sure the machinery is in, and will remain
in, a safe condition.
A
t Caution:
0
When replacing components, use only
genuine Airflex replacement parts. Use
of other materials may severely affect
performance.
A
f Caution: 0
For marine gearbox installation or
removal, check the gearbox manual for
recommended procedures.
Periodic Inspection
NOTE :Airflex CM elements are completely self
adjusting and automatically compensate for
lining and drum wear. Lubrication is not
required.
The following items may be inspected without
disassembly of the element.
Air Control Components - Check for proper
adjustment of the air control components.
Make sure the safety pressure switches, if
used, are set correctly. Repair any air leaks.
Inspect the friction lining for signs of wear, if
evident see section 4.2.
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A
f Caution: a
Operation with friction material worn to
less than minimum allowable thickness
will result in damage to the drum.
4. 1. 1. 3 Contamination of Shoes or Drum and element
with oil or grease will reduce the developed
torque of the clutch or brake. Disassembly will
be required to clean any oil or grease build-up.
A
t Caution: 0
Do not attempt to use a solvent to
remove oil or grease without first
removing the element. While squirting
a solvent into an installed clutch may
improve performance temporarily, a fire
hazard exists from heat generated
during slippage.
A
t Caution: 0
/ J
Do not use compressed air to blow dust
accumulations out from between the
friction shoes. Although the friction
shoes do not contain asbestos, the dust
created as the friction material wears,
along with the dust from the operating
environment, may irritate the respiratory
system.
4. 1. 2 Partial or complete disassembly is required to
inspect the following items:
A
! Caution:
/ \
Operation of the clutch on a drum that
has been worn, or has been machined,
to less than minimum allowable
diameter will result in damage to the
element components.
4. 1. 2. 1 Drum Diameter Wear - Check the O.D. of the
drum and compare to the values shown on
Table 3. It is important to check the diameter
at several locations across the face. Minor
heat-checking may be removed by machining
the drum O.D.
4. 1. 2. 2 Air Actuating Tube - Check that the rubber
tube has not been damaged by excessive
heat. If any portion of the tube is hard or
charred, the entire element must be replaced.
Check for any blisters or bubbles, which would
indicate ply separation. A tube in this condition
also requires replacement of the entire
element.
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TABLE 3
Element Size
Minimum Drum
Diameter
26CM475
25.81 inches
(656mm)
30CM500
29.81 inches
(757mm)
35CM500
34.81 inches
(884mm)
40CM550
39.81 inches
(1011mm)
48CM650
47.75 inches
(1213mm)
NOTE: The number preceding the letters CM
in the element size column designates the
original drum diameter in inches.
Example: 26CM450 = 26 drum dia..
4. 1. 2. 3 Friction Shoe Surface - If the linings are
glazed, they may be lightly sanded to remove
the glazing PROVIDED THEY DO NOT
CONTAIN ASBESTOS.
A
! Warning:
Clean the edge of the lining and note the
presence of a red stripe, or a blue stripe
with a white stripe, along with brass
flakes in the friction material. If the
above exists, the linings contain
asbestos. Using the appropriate
precautions for working with asbestos,
remove the linings and dispose of the
property. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO SAND
FRICTION MATERIAL CONTAINING
ASBESTOS!
A
t Caution: 0
When working with any friction
material, regardless of whether or not
it contains asbestos, always wear
approved safety equipment.
4. 1. 2. 4 Uneven Friction Lining Wear - Tapered wear
across the friction surface typically indicates
a worn drum and/or misalignment.
4. 1. 2. 5 Contamination of Friction Shoes - Mild oil or
grease contamination may be removed with a
solvent. Linings which have become saturated
must be replaced. also, linings that have been
charred from excessive heat must be replaced.
A
f Caution:
0
When using any solvent, always follow
the appropriate safety precautions.
4. 2 Friction Lining Replacement
NOTE: If any of the the linings have worn to
the minimum allowable thickness of .21
inches (5mm), on the 26CM475, and .18
inches (5mm) on all other CM element sizes,
they must be replaced as a complete set. For
new thicknesses see table 4.
TABLE 4
Friction Lining Thickness New
Model
26CM475
30CM500
35CM500
40CM550
48CM650
Thickness-
inches(mm)
.297(7.54)
.328(8.33)
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t Caution: l
/ \
Use only genuine Airflex replacement
parts. Use of other materials may
adversely effect performance.
4. 2. 1 Lay the element on a clean, level work surface
with the air connection flange facing up.
4. 2. 2 Remove the shoe pin cotter pins and discard.
Withdraw the shoe pins from the element.
4. 2. 3 Remove the friction shoe assemblies from the
element.
4. 2. 4 The friction blocks are riveted to the backing
plate. Drill the rivets with a 15/64 inches
(6mm) drill and tap the rivet body out.
4. 2. 5 Attach a replacement
lining block to the back-
ing plate with new drive
pin rivets(000130x0071)
(see Figure 3). Work from
the center of the friction
lining out to the ends.
The rivets are installed
by driving the pin flush
with the head. Insure the
rivet flares after installed
(see Figure 4).
4. 2. 6
4. 2. 7
5.0
5 1 .
5. 1. 1
5 2 .
5. 2. 1
6 0 .
6 1 .
6. 1. 1
Figure 4
Place the new friction shoe assemblies in
position. Insert the shoe pins with the heads
located on the air connection side of the
element.
Slide the cotter pins through the holes of the
shoe pins making sure that the open ends of
the cotter pins face each other. Bend each end
of the cotter pins so that equal lengths extend
around each side of the shoe pin; otherwise
the ends of the cotter pin may puncture the
tube. (See Figure 5).
Element Assemblies
Element assemblies must always be stored
flat. Storage in the standing position may
cause the rims to go out-of-round.
Drums
Drums must be stored in a dry environment.
Similar to element assemblies, storage of a
drum in the standing position will adversely
affect roundness.
ORDERING INFORMATION/
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Equipment Reference
In any correspondence regarding Airflex
equipment, refer to the information on the
product nameplate. If not available, note the
drum diameter, mounting arrangement or any
other special features and call or write:
Eaton Corporation
Airflex Division
9919 Clinton Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44144
Ph: 216-281-2211
FAX: 216-281-3890
Figure 3
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BEND COTTER PINS
Figure 5
7.0 DRUM SELECTION
D2
D1
FORWARD DRIVE DRUMS REVERSE DRIVE DRUMS
SIZE
inches(mm)
Part D2 Weight Part D2 Weight
Number inches(mm) Ibs(kg) I Number inches(mm)
Ibs(kg)
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8 0 .
ITEM
Complete
Element
(1)
Rim& Tube
Assembly
(2)
Friction Blocks
(2A)
Rivits
(3)
90 degreeElbow
Assembly
(4)
.
Air
Connection
Tube
(5)
.
Air
Connection
Gasket
(6)
Shoe Pin
(7)
Friction Shoe
Assembly
(8)
Cotter Pin
26CM475 3OCM500
512047 512050
P/L 146211 P/L 146212
512046 512049
1 each 1 each
307498 307489
24 each 28 each
000130x0071 000130x0071
144 each 168 each
000092x0006 000092x0007
1 each 1 each
202169 202173
1 each 1 each
000072x0054 000072x0054
3 each 3 each
202179 201936
24 each 28 each
414791 307499
12 each 14 each
000065x0007 000065x0007
24 each 28 each
ELEMENT SIZE
35CM500
511983
P/L 146207
511922
1 each
307489
32 each
000130x0071
192 each*
000092x0008
1 each
201942
1 each
000072x0054
3 each
201936
32 each
414782
16 each
000065x0007
32 each
40CM550
511990
P/L 146208
511989
1 each
307490
36 each
000130x0071
216 each
000092x0008
1 each
202699
1 each
000072x0056
3 each
202150
36 each
414783
18 each
000065x0007
36 each
48CM650
512000
P/L 146209
511999
1 each
307491
42 each
000130x0071
294 each
000092x0008
1 each
202699
1 each
000072x0056
3 each
202700
42 each
414784
21 each
000065x0007
42 each
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Form ML-318
Revised September 3, 1997
Eaton Corporation
Airflex Division
9919 Clinton Road
Cleveland, Ohio 44144
Printed in U.S.A.
EATON PRODUCT WARRANTY
Subject to the conditions stated
herein, Eaton Corporation warrants to
the Purchaser that each new Airflex
Product manufactured by Eaton will be
free from failures caused by defects in
material and workmanship, and will
deliver its rated capacity, for a period
of twelve (12) months from the date of
shipment to Purchaser, provided such
Product is properly installed, properly
maintained, operated under normal
conditions and with competent
supervision. Warranty claims shall be
made in writing and the part or parts
shall, if requested by Airflex Division,
be returned prepaid to the Airflex
Division for inspection. Upon a
determination that a defect exists,
Eaton shall thereupon correct any
defect, at its option either by repairing
any defective part or parts or by
making available at Eatons plant a
repaired or replacement part. This
warranty does not extend to normal
wear parts or components of the
Product, such as friction material and
friction surfaces.
LIMITATION OF WARRANTY
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY IS
EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL
OTHER WARRANTIES WHETHER
WRITTEN, ORAL OR IMPLIED. ANY
IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE
SPECIFICALLY EXCLUDED.
In no event shall Eaton be liable for
special, incidental or consequential
damages. Eatons liability arising out
of the supplying of such Product, or its
use, whether in warranty, contract or
otherwise, shall in no case exceed the
cost of correcting defects in the
Products as herein provided. Upon
expiration of the twelve (12) month
period, all such liability shall
terminate. THE FOREGOING SHALL
CONSTITUTE THE SOLE REMEDY
OF PURCHASER AND THE SOLE
LIABILITY OF EATON.