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I 6. nsert the hex end of the rod (hole pointing upward) into
the pinion gear. See Fig. 3-8.
NOTE:
The hex rod will fit snuggly into the pinion gear.
Support the rear of the dash panel with one hand while
inserting the hex rod with your other hand to ensure the
hex rod is inserted all the way into the pinion gear.
NOTE: The hole is a reference for aligning the rod with the
indicator arrow on the pinion gear, and will be visible after
the rod has been inserted.
Push the hex rod toward the control panel until the hole 7.
in the hex rod lines up with the closest hole in the chute
rotation assembly and insert the cotter pin. See Fig. 3-9.
NOTE:
The second hole is used to achieve further
engagement of the hex rod into the pinion gear if required,
refer to “Chute Control Rod” in the “Maintenance and
Adjustment” section.
Fig. 3-8
Fig. 3-9
Finish securing chute rotation assembly to chute support 8.
bracket with wing nut, clevis pin and cotter pin removed
earlier. See Fig. 3-3.
It is important that all cables be routed through the cable
9.
guide and remain positioned on the left side of the hex
rod. See Fig. 3-10.
Set-Up
Shear Pins Storage (if so equipped)
On some models an area for convenient shear pin storage is
locatetd at the rear of the plastic dash panel. See Fig. 3-11.
Fig. 3-10
Fig. 3-11
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