2. Remove top guide rod caps. Top guide rod cap contains a compression spring that will fly if grasp is not released slowly. Slide
spring loaded top guide rod cap down guide rod until cap is clear of frame. Slowly release grasp of top guide rod cap and set
aside.
Item Description Qty
1 Top guide rod cap 2
2 Guide rod 2
3 Guide rod plate 1
3. Repeat above step for opposite guide rod.
4. Lean guide rods slightly outward, away from machine. DO NOT put excessive pressure on guide rods, it will damage lower guide
rod caps.
5. Slide top weight up and out of the machine and set aside.
6. Remove weight plates and set aside for re-installation later.
7. Move to desired location.
Install weight plates
1. Lean guide rods slightly outward, away from machine, DO NOT put excessive pressure on guide rods, it will damage lower guide
rod caps.
2. Wipe the entire length of the guide rods with a clean cloth.
3. Lubricate the guide rods with a light coating of medium weight oil.
4. Install each weight plate, one at a time, so wide edge of bushing faces upward (1) and narrow edge of bushing (2) faces downward.
Correct: Wide bushing edge upward Incorrect: Narrow bushing edge downward.
5. Slide top weight onto guide rods.
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