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4.3 Opening/Closing Endshields
This procedure is for opening and closing the endshields at each end of the machine.
To open the endshields:
CAUTION
Ensure shield lock engages in the open position as shown at (B) before letting go of shield.
Figure 4.6: Screwdriver against Latch
1. Insert screwdriver or equivalent into opening (A) at the
base of the endshield and push the screwdriver to release
the latch.
2. Pull the bottom and lift the endshield until shield
support (B) engages bolt. Check that support (B) is engaged
before releasing the hold on the shield.
To close the endshields:
3. Grasp the endshield at the top and push it slightly and move support (B) inboard to disengage the endshield.
4. Lower the endshield to about 300 mm (12 in.) from the closed position.
5. Release the endshield so that it drops to the closed position and the shield will self-latch.
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