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CHAPTER 11: UPGRADES
1. Bearing replacement procedure for A5x Ascent Trainer machines.
11.1 BELT TENSIONER BEARING REPLACEMENT
1. Replacement bearing kit (SAP - 0000086250)
RE-WORK PARTS REQ.
1. Replacement bearing kit (SAP - 0000086250)
2. (2) 5mm Allen Wrench
3. Philips head screwdriver
4. 24mm Socket Wrench
5. Matrix Disc Removal Tool
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT REQ.
1. Refer to Ascent Trainer Service Manual and complete steps 1,2 and 
    3 in section 9.4
2. With the drive belt loosened, remove the tension wheel assembly 
    from the unit using a 5mm Allen Wrench. (Fig. 1)
3. Remove the bearing and washers from the assembly housing with
    5mm Allen Wrenches. (Fig. 2)
4. Check to see if the housing needs the washers included in the kit.  
    Using the washers to ll any excess gap between the new bearing 
    and bracket.  If the bearing ts with minimal gap then discard  
    the washers. DO NOT USE JUST ONE WASHER.  This will cause a 
    misalignment with the belt.  When using both washers, it will be a 
    snug t.  If you need help aligning the washers and bearing to the 
    holes in the housing, use a screwdriver to nudge the bearing.
5. Secure the new bearing with the 2 hex screws. (Fig. 3)
6. Replace bearing assembly onto unit and reverse steps 1,2, and 3 
    in section 9.4 of the Ascent Trainer Service Manual.
7. Test machine for proper operation as described in Section 9.99 in 
    the Ascent Trainer Service Manual. 
PROCEDURE
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 3