Carlton 1712, Owner'S Manual, Page: 112 / 165

12” CHIPPER SERVICE
BELTS
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REPLACING SHEAVE OR BUSHING
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If it becomes necessary to replace a
sheave or bushing, replace only one at a
time. Never remove both sheaves at the
same time.
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This section covers removing and
replacing the cutter disk sheave and
bushing. Follow the same procedure for
removing the engine sheave and
bushing.
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Remove belt guard bolts and remove
guard.
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Mark position of bushing on shaft before
removing for lining up bushing when
replaced.
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Remove belts as described in Replacing
Belts section.
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Remove bolts from the bushing and
screw each bolt into the threaded holes
to push sheave off bushing. Screw bolts
in equally to prevent damaging the
bushing or the sheave especially if you
plan to use either one again.
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When the sheave is loose on the bushing,
remove the setscrew in the bushing.
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Remove the bushing front the shaft and
from the sheave.
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Remove the sheave and replace with
new sheave.
MARK BUSHING
LOCATION ON SHAFT
BEFORE REMOVING