PLATFORM AR 3534630 - Caterpillar

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Use template (1) in order to put segment (2) in the correct position. Use clamps to hold the segment in place.Note: The template is used for alignment purposes only and should not be used as a tooth profile gauge. The template tooth profile does not match the segment or circle teeth profile.
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Tack weld the end faces of teeth (4), as shown. Tack weld segment (2) to the circle with three tack welds on the top and three tack welds on the bottom. Use the template to check the position of segment (2) .
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Repeat Step 6 through Step 13 in order to install each additional segment. After all segments have been installed, check each segment again with the template. Check if the diameter of the circle is within the tolerance that was given in Step 5.
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Place the circle in a level position. Use low heat and weld segments one, three, five, two, and four in this order with small welds. Do not weld the end of the teeth of the segments at this time. Any additional teeth that have been changed should be welded in the same sequence. Refer to Illustrations 1 through 3.
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Turn over the circle and place the circle in a level position. Use low heat and weld segments one, three, five, two, and four in this order with small welds. Do not weld the end of the teeth of the segments at this time. Any additional teeth that have been changed should be welded in the same sequence. Refer to Illustrations 1 through 3.
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Make a 6.0 mm (0.25 inch) continuous bevel groove weld across all of the segments. Be sure that the weld does not extend into the wear surface. Check the welds for cracks. Remove any cracks with an Arcair torch. Weld the grooves. Remove all weld splatter.
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Turn over the circle and place the circle in a level position. Make a 6.0 mm (0.25 inch) continuous bevel groove weld across all the segments. Be sure that the weld does not extend into the wear surface. Check the welds for cracks. Remove any cracks with an Arcair torch. Weld the grooves. Remove all weld splatter.
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View showing the grooves of the tooth.
Weld the grooves on the end of the teeth and grind the welds until the welds are flat and smooth. Remove all weld splatter from the circle.
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Right view
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Left view
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Detailed view
Turn over the circle and place the circle in a level position. Weld the end of the teeth. First weld the top grooves of the end of teeth (4). Next weld the inner faces of end of teeth (4). Grind all the welds until the welds are flat and smooth. Remove all weld splatter.
Install the circle. Refer to the Service Manual. Check the operation of the circle.