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Replacing the Moving Hinge
Remove Hinge Pin
Grasp Hinge Pin at opposite end with pli-
ers or vise grips and pull Pin out. Moving
Hinge will now disengage and can be
replaced.
Replace Hinge Pin
To install new Hinge and Hinge Pin, have
assistant hold Moving Hinge while the Pin
is inserted. When reinstalling the Hinge
Pin lubricate the leading end with a light
oil. Be careful not to bend it.
Clean Out Hinge Pin
Before removing Hinge Pin, drill
out “center punch” marks from
ends of Hinge.
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Tools needed: electric drill, small drill bit, hammer, small diameter hard wire or narrow punch, vise grips or pliers,
light oil, and safety glasses
REPLACING WEDGES
Remove Wedge
With the Sliding Bar removed and inverted
as indicated, remove the Flat Head Screws
holding the Wedge to the Sliding Bar.
Replace Wedges
Periodically check to insure that screws hold-
ing Wedges are tight. Loose screws will cause
uneven locking.
Clean Sliding and Clamping
Bar Before Replacing.
Clean surfaces. (see page 9)
Open Brake
Move Locking Handle to right.
Remove Top Yoke Pin
With Brake unlocked remove Cotter Pin
from Top Yoke Pin and disengage handle.
Remove Sliding Bar
Grasp and pull Sliding Bar to the right and
forward to remove.
Tools needed: clean shop rag, Phillips screwdriver, commercial cleaning solvent such as Gum Out
®
or WD-40
®
, light weight oil
Remove Handle
Detach Faspin and remove Lifting
Handle. Brake can be locked dur-
ing this operation.
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Remove Hinge
NOTE: Have an assistant support the
Hinge prior to removing the Hinge Pin.
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Loosen Hinge Pin
Using small diameter hard wire or narrow
punch and hammer, tap out Hinge Pin
from one end.
