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12. Detach the metal valve body and its components from the front manifold plate.
Figure 250. Detaching the Metal Valve Body from the Front Manifold Plate
Vacuum
Interlock
Handle Shaft
Valve Axle
Pillow
Block
13. Slide the pillow block off the end of the valve axle.
14. Remove the two screws from the shaft of the vacuum interlock handle. Set the screws and
handle aside.
15. Flip the metal valve body over on the work space.
Figure 251. Locating the Inner Ball Seal and Valve Axle
Inner Ball Seal
Valve
Axle
16. Remove the inner ball seal from the metal valve body. Replace the inner ball seal, if
necessary.
Tip It may be easier to remove the sealing ball if you push on it from the front, but be
careful not to scratch the ball.
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Advanced Troubleshooting
Replacing Components of the Vacuum Interlock
Screws
O-Ring
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