Flange Shaft Assembly Overview

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The flange shaft is only disassembled for cleaning.

Fig 1: Identifying Assembly Overview: Flange Shaft

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Countersunk Bolt, 30 Nm
- Do not remove the bolts on both sides at the same time.
- Always replace.
Flange Shaft
Protection Ring
- Removing and installing, refer to Fig 2.
Spring
Thrust Washer
Tapered Ring
Securing Ring

Fig 2: Identifying Flange Shaft Protection Ring, Removing and Installing

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-- Push the protection ring all the way by hand.