Section 8: Repairs
Bambi Bucket Service Manual – Models 2024-4453 33
Section 8: Repairs
Control Head Repairs
For proper operation of the control head, avoid the following modifications:
• Do not use another type of bearing as a replacement for the ball bearing.
• Do not use lock wire as a substitute for the swage blocks on the tripline.
• Do not shorten or change the portion of the tripline which attaches to the reel.
• Do not use threaded bolts as a substitute for clevis pins.
• Do not modify the size or angles of the catch, other than as recommended.
• Do not tighten control head suspension bolts over 5 ft·lb (6.5 N·m).
Spring Reel & Tripline Replacement
The following procedure is for replacing a spring reel and tripline. Steps that are particular to the spring
reel or tripline replacement are identified. Ignore these steps if that part is not being replaced.
1. (Tripline) Take note of which riser cable chain link the tripline
is shackled to. Disconnect the tripline from the riser cable chain
while leaving the shackle attached to the chain.
It is recommended to wear protective gloves and eyewear while performing this procedure. Failure to
do so may result in injury.
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