Gason NT8000, Operator'S & Parts Manual

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Maintenance & Service
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5.
Thoroughly degrease the rod and piston threads and apply Loctite 680 to the thread.
6. Screw the piston onto the rod and tighten to the specified torque.
7. Remove excess Loctite from shaft.
8.
Lubricate the piston seal and bore of the barrel with hydraulic oil.
9. Slide the rod assembly into the barrel, taking care not to damage the seals on the barrel thread.
10. Apply anti seize to the thread of the gland
11. Lubricate the gland O-ring.
12. Screw the gland into the barrel ensuring the shaft is protected as to not cause damage; a card-
board tube is recommended.
13. Tighten with C-spanner and extension lever.
14. Tap cylinder shaft in using plastic mallet.
Piston Nut Tightening Torque
Bore Dia.
3.5” 3.75” 4.0” 4.0” 4.25” 4.5” 4.5” 4.75” 5.0”
Rod Dia. 1.25 1.375” 1.375” 2.0” 1.375” 1.5” 2.0” 1.5” 55mm
Thread Size 7/8” 1” 1” 1.3/4” 1” 1.1/8” 1.3/4” 1.1/8” 1.7/8”
Torque (Nm) 275 570 570 1386 570 826 1386 826 1695