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3.3.4 INSTALL ARMS TO CENTER FRAME
Prevent death or serious injury.
Arm assembly weighs approximately 490 lbs (222 kg).
Use adequate lifting and support devices.
1.
Position arm (A) on center frame.
2.
Insert 1½ inch arm pin (B) from bottom up through brackets.
3.
Install 1½ inch lock nut (C) on pin and tighten nut to eliminate any space between upper or lower arm support bracket
and center frame. Arm should move freely after tightening nut.
4.
Rest free end of arm on a suitable support device and remove lifting device.
5.
Repeat steps 1-4 for other side.
3.3.5 INSTALL TIE-RODS
Note: Install bolts from bottom (nut on top) to take advantage of
strength of bolt shaft through bracket.
1.
Tie rod end must be lubricated prior to installation. Rotate
inner collar (H) while pumping grease into fitting to lubricate
entire surface of the joint.
2.
Install tie-rod (A) on spindle assembly bracket (B) and arm
(C) with grease zerks facing forward.
3.
Install 1¼ inch bolts (D), foam gaskets (E), washers (6 ton only) (F), and 1¼ inch nuts (G).
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