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4. Apply two bands (A) of medium-strength threadlocker
®
(Loctite 243 or equivalent) to the output shaft as shown.
Apply one band at the end of the output shaft and the
second band at the approximate midpoint location.
5. Slide output arm (B) onto the output shaft. Rotate the
pulley to ensure the splines are properly aligned and the
drive arm clears the frame on the inboard stroke.
6. Position output arm (A) to the farthest outboard position.
Move output arm (A) up or down on the splined shaft until
it is almost contacting knifehead (B) (exact clearance [C] is
set during the knifehead pin installation).
7. Torque output arm bolt (A) to 217 Nm (160 lbf·ft).
8. Slide the knife into place and align the knifehead with the
output arm.
9. For ease of removing or installing the knifehead pin,
remove the grease fitting from the pin.
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Figure 5.66: Knife Drive Box
Figure 5.67: Knifehead
Figure 5.68: Knife Drive Box
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A
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