ALTERNATOR GP-CHARGING 2P7835 - Caterpillar

Installation Procedure
Note: For assembly of the front idler, refer to Undercarriage Reconditioning Guide, SEBF8501.
Be sure that the mating surfaces on the front support for the recoil spring are clean and free of dirt and debris prior to assembly. Be sure that the mating surfaces on the two bearings for the front idler are clean and free of dirt and debris prior to assembly.
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Position hydraulic track adjuster (5) in track roller frame (1). Install bolts (4).
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Attach a suitable lifting device to front idler (3). Position front idler (3) in the track roller frame. The weight of the front idler is approximately 109 kg (240 lb).
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Position recoil spring (2) on front idler (3). The weight of recoil spring (2) is approximately 95 kg (210 lb). The front idler will be supported by the track frame.
Install bolts (6) that hold front idler (3) to recoil spring (2).
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Leave the suitable lifting device attached and turn front idler (3) and recoil spring (2) around 180 degrees. Install front idler (3) and recoil spring (2) into track frame (1).
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Slide front idler (3) and recoil spring (2) into track roller frame (1) as one unit. The weight of the unit is approximately 213 kg (470 lb).End By: Connect the track assemblies. Refer to Disassembly and Assembly, "Track - Connect".