Honda FL6555 Operator's Manual page 40

SERVICE,
Ensure hands and face are kept clear of end
of cylinder.
With rod packing set out of cylinder body,
remove the retaining wire located
approximately l-1/4" in from end of cylinder
body by pressing on one side to force the
retaining wire 90 out of the groove and pull
retaining wire out of cylinder body.
Pull cylinder rod out of cylinder body.
Secure the cylinder rod in a bench vise by the
end eye of the rod. Do not clamp on the
chromed finish section of the rod.
Remove piston assembly lock nut and pull
piston assembly from rod.
Remove piston seal and backups from piston.
Clean all parts for inspection.
inspection
inspect cylinder body for evidence.of scoring
and pitting. Replace cylinder body if
excessive pitting/scoring is evident.
Inspect cylinder rod for evidence of pitting or
plating deterioration through the section of the
rod that contacts the rod packing set.
Inspect cylinder rod and body end eyes and
bushings for wear. The steel bushings should
fit snugly in the end eyes.
Inspect end eye grease fittings and replace if
damaged
Inspect cylinder packing guides and piston.
Replace any components that exhibit
excessive wear or damage.
Cylinder Assembly
Clean and dry all cylinder components
thoroughly.
Place cylinder end cap on cylinder rod
followed by rod packing set and retaining
wire.
Refer to illustration for reference to
component orientation and sequence.
Assemble piston seal and backups or piston
and install piston assembly on cylinder rod.
refer to illustration for reference to component
orientation.
Install Locknut and torque to 225 ft./lbs.
Coat piston assembly with clean hydraulic oil
and with the cylinder body supported in a
bench vise, carefully install cylinder rod in
cylinder body. Care must be taken to ensure
piston seal is not damaged during installation.
Install the retaining wire in the cylinder body.
Coat rod packing set components with clean
hydraulic oil and position in cylinder body.
Install cylinder end cap and tighten until rod
packing set components are snug. Do not
over-tighten as rod packing service life will be
reduced.
Rod packing sets should be reset by
tightening cylinder end cap l/4 turn after the
initial 10 hours of cylinder operation.
Install dust plugs in cylinder ports.
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