Honey Bee Grain Belt Plus, Owner'S Manual

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Bearing Removal – Idler Roller
To remove bearing:
1. Remove idler roller.
2. Remove snap rings at both ends of the roller.
3. Tap the axle sleeve on the opposite end of the idler roller using a rubber mallet or block
of wood (soft material to avoid damaging the axle sleeve). Bearing should pop out,
along with steel insert and seal.
Bearing Installation – Idler Roller
To reinstall bearing:
1. Insert bearing onto axle sleeve (ENSURE that side of bearing with wide shoulder is
facing out.).
2. Install snap – ring to hold bearing in place.
3. Apply a film of grease to the bearing, where it makes contact with the steel insert.
4. Tap in steel insert, using a rubber mallet, or hammer and block of wood. (only softer
materials should be used to avoid damaging the parts)
5. Install seal, using the same method as in #4.
6. Fill the bearing with grease using a needle syringe between the seal and the bearing.
7. Reinstall idler roller.
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Illustration 10-23: Idler Roller - Detail
Illustration 10-24: Idler Roller -
Assembled