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Procedure 6.11 - Replacing a Pillow Block Bearing
1. Set the on/off switch in the “off” position and disconnect the power adapter from the EFX.
WARNING
Before continuing with this procedure, review the Warning and Caution statements listed in
Section One, Things You Should Know
2. Remove the rear covers as described in Procedure 6.1.
3. Remove both stairarm assemblies per Procedure 6.22.
4. Remove the crankarm from the same side as the pillow block bearing that you are replacing
or both crankarms if you are replacing both pillow block bearings. See Procedure 6.10.
5. Remove tension from the input pulley and step-up pulley belts as described below:
a. Loosen the stub tensioner axle nut and remove the tension from the input belt (See
Diagram 4.5).
b. Straighten the locking tabs and turn the left and right tension bolts counterclockwise until
tension is removed from the step up belt. (See Diagram 4.5)
c. Slide the input and step up belts off of their pulleys.
4. Remove the nuts that secure both pillow block bearings to the mounting studs on the drive
weldment uprights. (See diagram 6.10)
5. Lift the pillow block assembly(s) off of the mounting studs and slide the pillow block
assembly(s) off of the input pulley shaft.
6. Slide the replacement bearings onto the input pulley shaft and onto the mounting studs.