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NOTE
Do not remove idler shaft unless it is damaged.
Mark idler gear for ease of installation.
c .
Mark and remove idler gear (4) from idler gear shaft (6).
d.
Remove spacer (7) and bearing (8) from idler gear shaft (6). Discard
bearing (8).
4.4.6.2 Repair.
a.
Inspect idler gear (4) for chipped, cracked, or broken teeth. Replace
gear (4) if damaged.
NOTE
Idler gear shaft must withstand direct pull of 32 lbs (14.5 Kg).
b.
Ensure idler gear shaft (6) is tightly fitted in gear housing (9). Replace a
l o o s e - f i t t i n g i d l e r g e a r s h a f t ( 6 ) .
4.4.6.3 Installation.
a.
Install new bearing (8) and spacer (7) on idler shaft (4).
Ensure marks placed on gear interfaces in removal coincide when installing
idle gear. Failure to obey this warning may result in damage to equipment.
b .
Install idler gear (4) on idler gear shaft (6).
c .
Install retaining ring (5) and new outer bearing (3) in idler gear (4).
d.
Apply a thin coat of adhesive on threads of bolt (1) and install washer (2)
and screw (1). Torque screw (1) to 25 ft-lbs (34 N•m).
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