WACKER Group PDT 2, Repair Manual

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Disassembly/Assembly Procedures PD Repair
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5.6 Replacing the Connecting Rod and Bearing
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This procedure requires an Arbor or similar type press.
Removal:
5.6.1 Turn off the engine.
5.6.2 Remove the connecting rod and diaphragm assembly. See section
Replacing the Diaphragm.
5.6.3 Remove the crank arm retaining nut (a).
5.6.4 Loosen the crank arm setscrew (b).
5.6.5 Remove the screws (e) that secure the retaining washers (c) to both
sides of the connecting rod (f) and remove the retaining washers.
5.6.6 Support the connecting rod in an Arbor press. Press on the threaded
end of the bearing (d) to remove it from the crank arm (g) and the
connecting rod.
Installation:
5.6.7 Using an Arbor press, press the bearing (d) into the connecting rod.
5.6.8 Install the retaining washers (c) on both sides of the connecting rod (f)
with screws (e).
5.6.9 Press the crank arm (g) onto the bearing/connecting rod.
5.6.10 Install the crank arm retaining nut (a).
5.6.11 Tighten the setscrew (b).