Dover HEIL DuraPack Python - Remove Grabber Beam Assembly

Issued July 2024
Lift Arm
Copyright 2024, The Heil Co.
Printed in the U.S.A.
Lift Arm
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REMOVE GRABBER BEAM ASSEMBLY
The grabber beam connects the grabber gears and grabbers to the lift arm. If the beam is damaged, you must replace the
grabber beam. You need the following tools to replace the grabber beam.
A. Tools Required
Quantity
Tool
1
Personal protective equipment
1
Socket wrench (3/4” and 9/16”)
1
Impact wrench (3/4”, 15/16” and 9/16” sockets)
2
3/4” JIC plugs and caps for hydraulic fittings
1
1-1/4” wrench
1
1-1/8” wrench
1
10” C-clamp
1
1-1/2” steel rod
1
2lb hammer
Plastic ties
B.Replace Grabber Arm
Replacing the grabber beam requires two people. To replace the beam, complete the following steps:
1. Use the 3/4” wrench and the impact wrench with the 3/4” socket to remove the bolts that connect the grabber arm to
the grabber gear assembly.
2. Disconnect the grabber proximity switch cable. Use plastic ties to tie the cable out of the way.
3. Remove grabbers and set aside.
4. Use the impact wrench with the 15/16” socket to remove the retainer plate and the pin retaining bolt. See the figure
below. DO NOT remove the pin yet. You will remove the pin in a later step.
Figure 23. Grabber Beam and Gear Assemblies with
Retainer Plate and Pin Retaining Bolt