Bearings and Races

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Fig 1: Inspecting Bearing Rollers & Races For Pitting, Grooves, Spalling & Excessive Wear

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Inspect the bearing rollers and races for the following:
- Pitting
- Scoring or grooves
- Excessive wear or other damage

Fig 2: Inspecting Bearing Rollers & Races For Heat Discoloration

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Inspect the bearing rollers and races for heat discoloration.
Heat discoloration ranges from a faint yellow to a dark blue color. This discoloration may result from an overload or improper lubrication. Excessive heat causes softening of the rollers and races. Bearings or races with sign of heat discoloration must be replaced.

Fig 3: Identifying Bent Roller Cage

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Inspect for bent bearing cages.

Fig 4: Inspecting For Damaged Bearing Cages

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Inspect for damaged bearing cages.

Fig 5: Inspecting Left Side Cover Output Shaft Bearing For Worn Needle Bearings

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Inspect the left side cover output shaft bearing (1) for worn or missing needle bearings.