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5.8.4 Installing Knifehead Bearing
Figure 5.89: Knifehead Bearing Assembly
1. Place O-ring (E) and plug (D) into knifehead.
IMPORTANT:
Install the bearing with the stamped end (the end with
the identification markings) facing up.
2. Use a flat-ended tool (A) with the same approximate
diameter as bearing (C), and push the bearing into the
knifehead until the top of the bearing is flush with the
step in the knifehead.
3. Install seal (B) into the knifehead with the lip facing
outwards.
IMPORTANT:
To prevent premature knifehead or knife drive box
failure, ensure there is a tight fit between the knifehead
pin and the needle bearing, and also between the
knifehead pin and the output arm.
4. Install the knife. Refer to 5.8.5 Installing Knife, page 440.
5.8.5 Installing Knife
WARNING
Stand to rear of knife during installation to reduce risk of injury from cutting edges. Wear heavy gloves
when handling knife.
Figure 5.90: Knifehead
1. Slide the knife into place and align the knifehead with
the output arm.
NOTE:
Remove the grease fitting from the knifehead pin for
easier installation of knifehead pin.
2. Install knifehead pin (A) through output arm (C) and into
the knifehead.
3. Position the pin so that groove (B) is 1.5 mm (1/16 in.)
above the output arm (C).
4. Secure pin with 5/8 x 3 in. hex head bolt and nut (D),
and torque to 217 Nm (160 lbf·ft).
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
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