Checking C-Shank Assembly Tightness

IMPORTANT: U-bolts must be tightened EVENLY, so the standard is "square" on the frame.

Loose hardware and/or broken brackets can result if all contact points (B), at each corner, are not touching the frame when tightened.

1. Tighten U-bolt (A) nuts as follows:

2. Partially tighten the top U-bolt nut.

IMPORTANT: Check for correct tightness after 10 hours of use. Tighten to specification, if necessary.

NOTE: For deeper sweep penetration in wheel tracks, install depth adjustment clips. See Attach Depth Adjustment Clips in Operating the Machine section.

3. Tighten bottom U-bolt to specification.

Specification

Bottom U-bolt -Torque 373 N·m (275 lb-ft)

4. Tighten top U-bolt nut to specification.

Specification

Top U-bolt -Torque 373 N·m (275 lb-ft)

A42116


A-U-bolt
B-Contact Point

HX,1820OMP,A5A -19-11MAR98-1/1