Front deck - idler roller, Replacing front deck idler roller bearings – MacDon PW8 Pick-Up Header User Manual

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Front Deck - Idler Roller

Replacing Front Deck Idler Roller Bearings

NOTE:

The following procedure describes the LEFT
SIDE

bearing replacement. The RIGHT SIDE is

identical.

1. Fully release draper belt tension. Refer to Section

2. Remove setscrew in lock collar (A) with a 6 mm Allen

key. Rotate collar (A) counterclockwise (clockwise for
right side) to loosen, and remove collar.

3. Loosen the two nuts on bolts (B) attaching bearing to

frame.

4. Support the roller with a wooden block so that the

bearing can be removed.

Figure 4.143: Left Side – Right Side Opposite

5. Pull bearing assembly (A) off roller shaft, and remove

from frame.

6. Place new bearing assembly (A) on roller shaft and

bolts (B).

7. Locate bearing against frame.

Figure 4.144: Left Side – Right Side Opposite

8. If bolt (A) was removed and reinstalled, ensure shield

(B) is in place.

Figure 4.145: Left Side – Right Side Opposite

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