Figure 7
4.
Wipe out the bore of the cylinder with a lint-free rag and inspect for scratches or
uneven wear. If found, contact KEISER for a replacement.
5.
Clean the piston and inspect for wear or damage. If any metal particles are found
on the piston or inside the cylinder contact KEISER for a replacement.
6.
Clean the wear strip grooves and apply a moderate coat of "Hydrotex
MT-55"
light grease (available from KEISER) to hold wear strips in place during
assembly. Lightly coat the bore, cup seal, piston and wear strips with MT-55
light grease. Carefully reassemble the cylinder.
-NOTICE-
OPEN END OF CUP SEAL MUST FACE AWAY FROM THE CYLINDER ROD.
7.
Apply a very light coat of lube to the muffler threads and reinstall snug, but not
tight.
8.
Operate piston by hand through its stroke. There should be no stickiness or metal
to metal contact.
9.
Wipe the cylinder rods clean and coat them lightly with clean, SAE 30 wt. Motor
oil, or with Silicon-based spray.
CYLINDER ADJUSTMENT
Cylinders are factory-adjusted and need not be readjusted unless the cylinder or clevis
becomes loose or is replaced. While each machine is checked differently, cylinder
adjustments are basically the same.
TOOLS REQUIRED: 2 large adjustable wrenches.
1.
Hold the clevis in position with a wrench as shown (figure 8-1) and loosen the
