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Maintenance
Manual No. 107193
November 1, 2018 Maintenance
Quantum Flex
®
Air Operating Instructions and Parts List
5-53
Inspection and Maintenance of Air Motor
Upper and Lower Bearing

Inspect the shields for dents. If damaged,
replace the bearing.

Rotate the bearing. If you feel a rough or
gritty resistance, replace the bearing.

If the center hub can be moved from side to
side, replace the bearing.
Upper Bearing Plate

Inspect the I.D. and O.D. for nicks, dents,
or wear. Replace the upper bearing plate if
damaged.

Inspect the alignment pin to be sure it is not
bent. Replace the upper bearing plate if
damaged.

Clean and dry the part thoroughly.
Cylinder

Inspect the cylinder I.D. for grooves. If the grooves are more than .002” (.05mm) deep,
replace the cylinder.

Clean and dry the part thoroughly.
Vanes

Inspect the vanes for chipped or broken tips. Replace if damaged.

Inspect the vanes for grooves. If grooves are more than .010” (.25mm) deep, replace the
vanes.

Inspect the vane height. If the overall vane height is less than .195” (.5mm), replace the
vanes.
NOTE:
Always replace all five (5) vanes as a set.
Center Hub
Shields
(on both sides)
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CONFIDENTIAL