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MAINTAINING GUIDE BLOCKS
Inspection of Carriage and Push-Out Panel Guide Blocks
The Quantum Compact uses nylon sleeve style guide blocks. The carriage and push-out panels slide
in channels on each side of the tailgate and body. Normal wear will occur on the guide blocks that t
in these channels.
Often times the guide blocks, which area normal wearing part, will be neglected and will wear to the
point that results in subsequent damage to other components in the packing mechanism. The guide
blocks on the carriage panel (packer panel) should be inspected daily and replaced if worn beyond
the recommended dimension.
It is di cult to recommend or inspect the clearance between the guide blocks and the guide block
guide channels; however, it is essential that the guide blocks be replaced before any portion of the
carriage or push-out panel comes into contact with the tailgate or body itself. The panels may come
into contact from either the top or bottom surfaces of the guide block channels.
For removal and replacement procedures see the Service and Repair section of this manual.
REMEMBER! GREASE IS CHEAPER THAN STEEL! Grease is not
necessary; however, it is recommended for trucks containing
nylon sleeve guide blocks. The user can signi cantly extend the service life of the guide blocks by
insuring that adequate grease is applied to the guide block channels in which the guide blocks
operate.
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