Balance Mechanism - Vinten Vision 10LF Maintenance Manual

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Balance mechanism

WARNING!: The balance mechanism spring tension is preset. Do not remove or dis-
mantle the balance mechanism unless necessary.
6 To remove the balance mechanism, proceed as follows
6.1 Remove the platform
6.2 Remove the tilt mechanism and mechanism housing cover
6.3 Using circlip pliers, remove Spirol ring (14) from groove in mechanism housing assembly (16)
and allow it to rest on the neck of the balance knob assembly (13).
6.4 Unscrew and remove the balance knob assembly (13) together with Spirol ring (14).
6.5 Remove the thrust race and two thrust washers (12), noting orientation of components for
assembly.
6.6 Remove cap (35) from mechanism housing assembly (16) to gain access to balance mechanism
screw (34)
6.7 Undo screw (34) until balance mechanism tension is just relieved.
6.8 Remove needle roller (15).
6.9 Using circlip pliers, release circlip (11) securing RH side plate (7) in mechanism housing
assembly. Carefully pull RH side plate out of mechanism housing assembly. Retain shim (9) and shims
(19).
6.10 Undo screw (34) as far as possible without separating from actuator shaft (30).
6.11 Manoeuvre balance mechanism out of mechanism housing assembly. Ensure all shims and
circlip (11) are removed from mechanism housing assembly.
6.12 The balance mechanism may now be dismantled if required. Do not remove pins from spring
actuator (30)
Pan mechanism
7 To remove/dismantle the pan mechanism proceed as follows
NOTE: This unit contains Vinten Fluid No. 3. A good supply of clean rag should be to hand.
7.1 Remove the platform
7.2 Remove the tilt mechanism and mechanism housing cover
7.3 Remove the balance mechanism
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