MAINTENANCE
FLX3 980087 04/01/03
4-12
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WARNING
9. VACUUM MOTORS
Do not use a pressure washer to clean around
the vacuum motors. Use tap pressure only. Care
must be taken so that water is not directed into
vacuum motor air intakes.
CHANGING VACUUM MOTORS
1.
Remove two well-nuts from vacuum cover on
each side. Slide vacuum cover off.
2.
Remove three well-nuts holding vacuum motor
on each side. Remove vacuum motor.
3.
Disconnect vacuum motors at quick disconnect.
Reverse steps to install.
VACUUM MOTOR CARBON BRUSH
REPLACEMENT
Note:
Place
stop in
groove.
Important:
These brushes wear quicker as the length shortens
due to increased heat.
Spring inside brush housing will damage motor if
brushes are allowed to wear away completely.
If armature commutator is not concentric, extremely
pitted, or grooved the motor will need to be replaced
or sent to a qualified service center to restore vac
performance.
Periodically check the length of the carbon brushes.
Replace both carbon brushes when either is less
than 3/8" long.
3/8
End Cap
Carbon Brushes
Vac Motor Carbon Brushes Replacement
