Remove and Install Elevator Chain Slats

1. Park machine on level surface.

2. Lower elevator completely.

3. Shut off engine and remove key.

4. Clean elevator thoroughly.

5. NOTE: Replace or reposition only one slat at a time to maintain correct slat spacing.

   
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   A - Slat

   B - Chain Link

   C - Cap Screws (4 used each slat)

   D - Raised Edges

   Remove cap screws (C) and lock nuts from each end of slat (A). Remove slat from chain.

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6. Install slat in reverse order of removal using the following special instructions:

   • IMPORTANT: Apply Thread Lock and Sealer (High Strength) to threads of slat cap screws.

     Tighten slat cap screws to specification.

     Item	Measurement	Specification
     Elevator Slat Cap Screws	Torque	49 N·m (36 lb.-ft.)

   • Slats must be oriented correctly for proper operation. Raised edges (D) must be face direction of chain travel.
   • Repeat procedure for remaining slats as necessary.
   • Start engine and operate elevator as necessary to access all slats.
   • Every 500 hours of Operation: Move every slat to the next link (B) and reinstall.

   • IMPORTANT: Adding more slats than suggested to elevator chain decreases chain life.

     For slat and elevator configurations, refer to the following table:

     Elevator Configuration	Slat Quantity	Slat Spacing
     Standard Elevator	23 slats	Install a slat every fifth link.
     Elevator with 30.5 cm (12 in.) Extension	24 slats	Install a slat every fifth link, except tenth slat install on sixth link.
     Elevator with 61 cm (24 in.) Extension	25 slats	Install a slat every fifth link, except tenth and 24th slat install on sixth link.
     Elevator with 86 cm (34 in.) Extension	26 slats	Install a slat every fifth link, except tenth and 25th slat install on sixth link.