Siemens MAMMOMAT 300 Parts Replacement page 10

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To loosen the compression mechanism, insert the compression mechanism tool into one
of the holes on the side of the compression mechanism. Turn the tool around until it
slides fully in (Fig. 4).
The holes have to
correspond
Fig. 4
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Loosen the compression mechanism with an adjustable wrench gripping the
compression mechanism tool and remove the compression mechanism.
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Apply threadlocker on the threads of the new compression mechanism and insert it.
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Insert the compression mechanism tool into one of the holes on the side of the
compression mechanism and turn the tool around until it slides fully in (Fig. 4).
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Fasten the compression mechanism with an adjustable wrench gripping the tool.
CAUTION
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Push the spindle back into its original position.
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Fully fasten the Allen screw securing the spindle. Loosen the Allen screw by 180 degrees
so it is not completely fastened.
NOTE
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Position the curtain in its original place, fit the plate over the curtain and fasten it with the
Allen screws.
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Put the belt tightener back and fit the drive belt of the belt tightener and compression
mechanism.
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Tighten the drive belt and fasten the Allen screw on the belt tightener.
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Assemble the covers in reverse order.
M300/1000/3000/3000 Nova
Service
Procedure - Compression mechanism
Be careful when fastening the compression mechanism.
Too much force may damage the brass parts. Such damage will
affect the smoothness of operation of the compression unit.
If the Allen screw is completely fastened it will prevent the spindle
from running smoothly and affect the operation of the
compression mechanism.
SPB7-230.841.03
Rev. 02
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