Installing Bushings On Five-, Six-, Or Nine-Bat Reels - MacDon FlexDraper FD1 Series Operator's Manual

22. On each reel, there are two left-facing supports (A).
Rotate the supports until the flanges clear the channels
before moving them off the bushing (B). Move the tine
tube slightly away from the reel if necessary.
23. Remove the bushing halves (B) from the tine tubes.

Installing Bushings on Five-, Six-, or Nine-Bat Reels

WARNING
To avoid bodily injury from fall of raised reel, always engage reel safety props before going under raised
reel for any reason.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure tine tube is supported at all times to prevent damage to the tube or other components.
NOTE:
Use a pair of modified channel lock pliers (A) to install
bushing clamps (C). Secure pliers in a vise and grind a
notch (B) into the end of each arm to fit the clamp as shown.
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Figure 5.249: Opposite Support
Figure 5.250: Modified Pliers
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