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Member of Exel group
DRT7142
B - 2023/06
•
Step 6
: under the tank, unscrew the 4 M6x16 screws
(
8
) from the plastic plugs.
•
Step 7
: unscrew the sleeve valve (
9
) from its support.
•
Step 8
: move the tank slightly forward to release the
cylinder. Disconnect the pneumatic connections on
the two elbow fittings.
The tank must be moved and lifted by at least two
operators using suitable lifting equipment.
•
Step 9
: Open the tank cover and unscrew the nipple
screw (
9
). Close and lock the cover.
•
Step 10
: fit a lifting strap around the cover handle and
around the cylinder at the rear of the tank.
•
Step 11
: lift the tank a little (approx. 6 cm) using the
straps and a lifting goat or cart, to avoid damaging the
cylinder.
•
Step 12
: unscrew the 20 M6x40 screws (
13
) from
the base plate (
12
) and remove it.
•
Step 13
: Remove flat seal (
11
) and porous plate (
10
).
Reassembling:
• Before reassembling, degrease the base plate and any
tank surfaces in contact with it with isopropyl alcohol.
• Fit a new flat seal (
11
), then reassemble the base
plate with the 20 M6x40 screws (
13
) and M6
washers.
Torque to 9 N.m.
When refitting the 20 M6x40 screws, it is essential to observe a tightening torque of 9 N.m. to
avoid damaging the porous plate.
• Reverse steps for disassembly to complete reassembly.
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