214683 35 Revision A
Checking and Adjusting Endshields
Endshields are subject to expansion or contraction caused by large temperature variations. The position of the top
pin and lower latch can be adjusted to compensate for dimensional changes.
Checking the endshield:
Figure 3.12: Gap between Endshield and
Header Frame
1. Check gap (X) between front end of shields and header
frame and compare to the values in Table 3.1, page 35.
Table 3.1 Endshield Gap at Various Temperatures
Temperature in °C (°F)
Gap (X)
mm (in.)
7 (45) 13–18 (1/2–23/32)
18 (65) 10–15 (3/8–19/32)
29 (85) 7–12 (9/32–15/32)
41 (105) 4–9 (5/32–11/32)
Adjusting the endshield gap:
Figure 3.13: Left Endshield Support Tube
1. Loosen the four bolts (A) on support tube bracket (B).
OPERATION
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