Upright SL-26, Service & Parts Manual

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3. Service and Repair
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Adjustment
1. Disconnect the cylinder rod ends (if connected).
2. Operate steering so that both ends of the cylinder rod are equal length i.e. within (.8 mm, ±1/32 inch).
3. Position both tires so they are parallel with the frame, with each other and with the rear wheels.
4. Adjust the rod ends until they align with the holes on the steering linkage bars.
5. Reinstall the bolts through the steering linkage bars and rod ends. Tighten the jam nuts on the rod ends
and all hardware.
6. When properly adjusted, the wheels must turn the same amount in each direction.
3.6 L
IFT
C
YLINDER
Note: DO NOT support or raise the front of the platform during any maintenance operation as this
might result in damage to the tension members.
Removal
1. Raise and block the front of the elevating assembly approximately 305 mm (12 inches) above the chassis.
Support with a jackstand with a minimum rating of 1814 kg (4000 lbs.). (See Figure 0-2)
2. Open Emergency Lowering Valve to be sure all pressure is off the Lift Cylinder.
3. Remove and cap both hoses and fittings.
4. Support the Lift Cylinder to prevent falling.
5. Remove the set screw from the end of the cylinder rod.
6. Remove the retaining ring from the upper cylinder pin. Remove the upper cylinder pin by tapping out using
a soft punch.
7. Remove the retaining bolt from the lower cylinder pin and remove the pin using a soft punch.
8. Remove the cylinder by sliding it out towards the front of the machine.
Figure 3-13: Lift Cylinder Assembly
1. Cylinder Barrel
2. Velocity Fuse
3. Fitting, Adapter
4. Hose Assembly
5. Breather
6. Piston Nut
7. Piston Seal
8. Piston
9. Piston Static O-ring
10. Static O-ring
11. Head Cap
12. Cylinder Rod
13. Set Screw
14. Rod Wiper
15. Rod Seal
16. Nut
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