Replacing Carbide Wear Plates - Horizon Fitness SPX Operation Manual

9.3.2 -Replacing Carbide Wear Plates

The shank is fitted with replaceable carbide plates to increase wear resistance.
1. Remove shank from leg. With the shank removed the
point and wings should be removed as per section 6.3.10
to allow for easier welding.
2. Grind off weld to remove worn plate and clean area for
new plate.
3. Only MIG/stick weld. Do not exceed 120 amps.
4. Clamp tile down flat against the front edge of the shank.
5. Tack centre of tile edge and weld outward from the
centre.
6. Avoid excessive heat input into tile by using quick weld
passes
7. Do not quench after welding.
IMPORTANT: It is required that any welding is completed by a professional company
that adheres to ALL welding safety obligations.
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