Disassembling Cylinders
(refer to illustration)
1. Push out the gas spring pin – A – with the
aid of a graver – B – and small hammer (6 oz
[150 gram]).
2. The E-ring – C – comes out of its seat.
3. Complete the extraction of the gas spring pin
– A.
Assembling Cylinders
(refer to illustration)
1. Insert the gas spring – D – into the case.
Hold the hinge in the ‘open’ position.
2. Insert the gas spring pin – A – into the hole
of the hinge and into the gas spring – D.
3. Insert the E-ring – C – to properly seat the
gas spring pin – A – utilizing tool – E
REPLACING GLASS HAND GRIP
The hand grip is fastened to the curved glass as
shown below. A 2 inch (51 mm) bead of silicone
needs to be placed 3 inches (76 mm) from each
end and in the center of the hand grip. The duct
tape is placed on the glass to provide a tight fit.
P/N 0453549
6-5
Elite Service Merchandisers
Hussmann Corporation • Bridgeton, MO 63044-2483 U.S.A.
Once cylinders are removed,
front glass will have NO support
to maintain it in a raised position.
Support the front glass at all times
until cylinder is replaced
or the glass is lowered.
WARNING
!
Cylinder rods must point down so
oil will lubricate the rod and seals. Failure to
lubricate will severely shorten cylinder life.
CAUTION
!
3 in.
(76 mm)
Glass Grip
Start 2 in. (51 mm)
Silicone Bead
3 in. (76 mm)
From Each End
3
/
8
in. (10 mm)
Duct Tape
Glass
3
/
8
in. (10 mm) of
Duct Tape on Each
Side of Bottom
Edge of Glass
C
B
A
E
C
D
A