MOTOR GP-PISTON 2436640 - Caterpillar

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With bearing cone assembly (7) supported in a vertical position, such as on fork (11) of a suitable lift truck, use lifting device (6) to position bearing handling bracket assembly (5) next to the inner lip on the bearing cone.
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(4) Bracket Assembly (6) Lifting Device (8) Bearing Inner Race (9) Bearing Roller Cage (11) Lift Truck Fork
With a slight amount of slack in lifting device (6), tip bracket assembly (4) to engage the curved lip of the bracket assembly between bearing inner race (8) and bearing roller cage (9), as shown.
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(6) Lifting Device (7) Bearing Cone Assembly (10) Spindle
Raise bearing cone (7), remove lift truck, and use lifting device (6) to align bearing cone with spindle assembly (10) .
Use overhead lifting device to support the weight of inner bearing cone (7) while sliding the bearing onto spindle assembly (10) .Note: Do not use overhead lifting device to push (side load) the bearing cone.
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(7) Bearing Cone Assembly (10) Spindle
Make sure bearing cone assembly (7) is installed against the lip on spindle (10) .
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(4) Bracket Assembly (6) Lifting Device (8) Bearing Inner Race (9) Bearing Roller Cage (10) Spindle
Once bearing cone assembly (7) is correctly positioned on spindle (10), slightly lower lifting device (6) .
With a slight amount of slack in the lifting device, tip bracket assembly (4) to disengage the curved lip of the bracket assembly from between bearing inner race (8) and bearing roller cage (9) .
Remove the bearing handling bracket assembly from lifting device. Store properly.Inspection/Maintenance Section
Inspection/Maintenance
Inspect the 149-7173 Bearing Handling Bracket Assembly before each use. Immediately replace damaged tools.
Inspect all welds, and check for damaged, cracked, or bent components.
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(1) Bail Assembly
Do not use if bail assembly (1) is elongated.
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(4) Bracket Assembly
Do not use if lip on bracket (4) is bent or damaged.
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(2) Clevis Pin
Do not use if clevis pin (2) is bent or worn.
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(3) Spring Clip
Do not use if spring clip (3) is missing or damaged.
Make sure working load limit (WLL) identification is clear and readable.
Make sure bail (1) moves freely on clevis pin (2). Periodically lubricate pin with a good quality oil, such as Caterpillar 222-3123 Light Penetrating and Lubricating Oil.
Clean the tools using a nonsolvent based cleaner.
Have the tool inspected annually by an approved dealership inspector.
Tooling can be damaged by moisture or high humidity. Store the tool indoors in a clean, dry location.
Store tools laying flat or hanging from appropriate hooks to prevent falling.
At the end of the tools operational life, destroy the tool and dispose of as scrap.Service Parts
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Table 2
149-7173 Bearing Handling Bracket Assembly    
Item     Part No     Description     Qty    
(2)     7F-3708     Clevis Pin     1    
(3)     7V-0446     Spring Clip     1