Replacing Grouper Rubber Band and Canvas

To replace rubber band, proceed as follows:

Remove sheet (A) and plate (B) to replace rubber band (C). (Note position of each part, and take care when re-assembling.)

To replace canvas, proceed as follows:

Secure canvas frame with adequate lifting device.

Remove hydraulic hoses from canvas motor.

Remove canvas frame from the tubular frame. Note the location of tubular frame fixing holes.

Release canvas tension. (See "Adjusting Grouper Canvas Tension" in this Section.)

Remove the four mounting screws (D) and loosen the two other screws (E). Then remove complete front beam (F) assembly from canvas frame. Take out the canvas (G).

Install a new canvas (G) as shown. Observe direction of travel arrows marked on canvas. Ensure that the two rolls are securely located in their respective holders.

IMPORTANT: During installation, be sure to slide new canvas between rubber band (I) and guide (H).

Reinstall all parts by reversing removal procedure and see under "Adjusting Grouper Canvas Frame Position" in "Operating the Mower-conditioner" Section for a proper canvas frame orientation.

Adjust canvas tension as described under "Adjusting Grouper Canvas Tension" in this Section.

A-Sheet
B-Plate
C-Rubber band
D-Mounting screws
E-Mounting screws
F-Front beam
G-Canvas
H-Guide
I-Rubber band

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