Section 8: Repairs
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4. Locate the spring reel locking nut on the back of the
control head. Remove the locking nut and then the
spring reel. Make sure to hold the threaded bolt with
an Allen key when removing the nut.
5. Note the position of the anti-torque plate on the back
of the spring reel. The spring reel must be installed
with the anti-torque plate positioned between the two
lugs, cast in the control head.
To install the new spring reel:
1. When fitting the new spring reel, check the clearance between the reel and the control head.
There must be a gap of approximately 1/8" (3 mm) to prevent rubbing. Older fabricated
heads may require spacer washers, under the spring reel, to achieve the required clearance.
2. Install the spring reel locking nut. Use medium
strength threadlocker (such as Loctite) to prevent the
locking nut from loosening. Use an Allen key to
prevent the reel shaft from turning. Tighten the reel
locking nut to 40 ft·lb (55 N·m).