IMT TH36K164, Manual

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Tirehand Bearings
This section includes instructions on the removal and installation of turntable gear-bearings and
bushings.
TURNTABLE GEAR-BEARING
To remove the Tirehand rotation gear-bearing:
1 Disconnect and cap the hydraulic hoses from the valve bank.
2 Support the clamp arms with an overhead lifting device capable of supporting the weight of
the unit. Take up the slack in the lifting device.
3 Remove the cover, then remove the bolts that secure the body to the gear-bearing. Slowly
work the hoses out of the rotation adapter while simultaneously withdrawing the body. Set the
body carefully to one side.
4 Disconnect the grease fitting extension from the turntable gear-bearing.
5 Remove the gear-bearing mounting bolts and remove the gear bearing.
To install the gear-bearing:
1 Position the gear-bearing and torque the mounting bolts (see Torque Table).
2 Install the grease fitting extension.
3 Carefully position the body and clamp arms until the holes in the body line up with the holes in
the gear-bearing. Install the mounting bolts and torque to the proper value (see Torque
Table).
4 Connect the hydraulic hoses to the valve bank.
5 Start the engine and cycle all of the Tirehand controls at least five (5) times in both directions
to purge the air in the system.
6 Check the system for leaks and repair any that are found.
7 With all cylinders retracted, check the fluid level in the reservoir and fill if necessary.
AXIAL ROTATION GEAR-BEARING
To remove the axial rotation gear-bearing:
1 Remove the pad mounting bolts.
2 Disconnect the grease fitting extension.
WARNING
The lifting device must be fastened to the
tirehand in such a manner that will prevent
shifting of the load due to slippage.
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