8.3.4 Check pivot bearing clearance
Maintenance intervals
Weekly
Aids, tools, materials
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Measuring systems for checking the pivot bearing clearance (e.g. feeler gage)
1. The ball joints (1) of the hydraulic locking unit must be freely accessible.
Shut down hydraulic locking unit and secure it against inadvertent restarting.
Remove any component coverings that obstruct checking.
2. Apply an alternating radial force to the ball joint (1).
Measure the rod end bearing gap between the ball joint (1) and bearing case (2).
3. Replace the rod end (3) if gap between the ball joint (1) and the bearing case (2) exceeds 0.2 mm.
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HAWE-approved pivot mount used.
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Rod end replaced in accordance with chapter
"Replace pivot mounts", page 40
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8.3.5 Replace pivot mounts
Pivot mounts are wearing parts which are subject to load-dependent wear. Unless otherwise
separately agreed, the pivot mounts are factory-sealed with threadlocking adhesive.
DAMAGE
Damage due to incorrect procedure when replacing pivot mounts
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Replacement to be carried out only by trained specialist personnel.
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Make sure that the connection block and piston rod are protected against damage.
Maintenance intervals
Inspection interval specied by ride manufacturer.
8.3.5.1 Rod-side rod end
CAUTION
Caution: hot surfaces
The rod ends must be heated to 200°C for disassembly.
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Rod ends must be freely accessible.
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Wear protective gloves.
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