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Pinion
Ram
Rack
Figure 11. Ram rack and pinion.
2.
Remove the ram from press, then flip it end-
over-end as needed for operation.
3.
Re-insert ram into housing and mesh ram
rack with pinion.
4.
Re-install the front plate.
Adjusting Ram Play
Set screws on the front and left side of the ram
housing (see Figure 12) adjust the amount of ram
free-play. The ideal adjustment allows the ram to
move with very little play but not be overly stiff.
T26413 Tools Needed
Wrench or Socket 10mm ................................... 1
Hex Wrench 3mm .............................................. 1
T26414-15 Tools Needed
Wrench or Socket 14mm ................................... 1
Hex Wrench 4mm .............................................. 1
T26413/T26414/T26415 (Mfd. 9/13+)
To adjust ram play:
1.
Loosen hex nuts on set screws shown in
Figure 12.
Figure 12. Ram free-play adjustment controls.
2.
Equally adjust each pair of set screws a
small amount in same direction (clockwise
to decrease free-play, counterclockwise to
increase free-play).
3.
Use sliding handle to move ram up and down
a few times. Adjust set screws as necessary.
4.
When you are satisfied with the amount of
ram free-play, retighten hex nuts without
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moving set screws.
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