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Revision B
Installing Bushings onto Reels
NOTE:
This procedure assumes the steps for
Removing Bushings from Reels, page 208
have been completed.
WARNING
To prevent bodily injury from the fall of a raised reel, always engage the reel safety props before going under the
raised reel for any reason.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure the tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube or other components.
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Figure 5.194: Modified Channel Lock Pliers
Use a pair of modified channel lock pliers (A) to install bushing
clamps (C). Secure pliers in a vise and grind a notch (B) into the
end of each arm to fit the clamp as shown.
Cam end bushings
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Figure 5.195: Cam End
1.
Position bushing halves (B) on tine tube (A) with the
flangeless end adjacent to the tine tube arm, and position
the lug in each bushing half into the hole in the tine tube.
2.
Slide tine tube (A) towards the tail end of the reel to insert
bushing (B) into the tine tube arm. If the tine tube supports
are installed, ensure the bushings at those locations slide
into the support.
3.
Reinstall the previously removed fingers. Refer to the
following procedures as necessary:
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Removing Plastic Fingers, page 206
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