Opex Model 72, Operator'S Manual

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Maintenance 91
Model 72™ Operator Manual
OPEX Corporation
6.6. Changing the retard tire
1. Remove the feeder cover as explained in ( “Changing the Feeder belts” on
page 89 ).
2. Lift the hinged cover and inspect the retard tire. If the retard tire looks worn,
cracked, or brittle, it will need to be replaced (Figure 6-8).
Figure 6-8: Changing the retard tire
3. Push slightly on the roller so that it is not pressed tightly against the friction
feeder.
4. Pull the rubber tire off the roller.
5. Examine, and replace the tire (#7226500) if needed.
6. Lower the hinged cover.
7. Reattach the feeder cover (as explained in “Changing the Feeder belts” on
page 89 ).
Push the retard clutch roller in the
Hinged cover
Retard tire
direction of the arrow to change the tire