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NOTE

The relax mechanism mountings (10) are connected to the slide frame by the cross

member (7). The left and right hand mountings (10) are free to move on the slide supports

(8), which are connected to the crane sub-frame and vehicle chassis (9).

There are four slide pads (5) fitted to the left hand and right hand relax mechanism

mountings (10).

This procedure details a typical slide pad (5) renewal and is applicable to all slide pads (5)

on the relax mechanism.

Remove

(1)

Remove the pad holder (3) retaining screws (1) and washers (2).

(2)

Remove the pad holder (3) complete with screws (6) and shims (4).

(3)

Remove the screws (6).

(4)

Remove the slide pad (5) and retain the shims (4).

(5)

Check all threaded components for wear and damage.

(6)

Check that the slide pads thickness is 1/4 inch (6mm). If a slide pad is less than 1/4 inch

(6mm) thick fit a new slide pad.

(7)

Replace components as required.

Install

(1)

Apply thread-locking compound to screws (6).

(2)

Fit shims (4) retained during removal to pad holder (3).

(3)

Fit slide pad (5) to pad holder (3).

(4)

Secure slide pad (5) with screws (6).

(5)

Apply thread-locking compound to screws (2).

(6)

Locate pad holder (3) complete with slide pad (5) and shims (4) on relax mechanism

mounting (10).

(7)

Secure pad holder (3) with washers (2) and screws (1).

(8)

Check the operation of the relax mechanism.

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