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ALIGN EXPANDING SIDE GEAR MECHANISM (CONT)
9.
Adjust hydraulic jack up or down to align expanding side gear rack (3)
with spur gear (11). Be sure number of teeth on gear rack (3) between
wiper seal (4) and end of expanding side (5) is 49.
10.
Insert pry bar (6) between Section floor (7) and expanding side (8) as
illustrated.
11.
Apply pressure to pry bar (6) until there is 1/16- to 1/8-inch (1-2
cm) clearance between spur gear (11) and lower gear rack (3) as
illustrated.
Position roller assembly (10) firmly against expanding side (8) and
12.
secure bolts (9). Remove pry bar (6).
13.
Ensure clearance between spur gear (11) and lower gear rack (3)
remains 1/16- to 1/8-inch (1-2 cm).
14.
Lower hydraulic jack and remove.
Before retracting expanding sides, ensure areas at both
expanding side tracks are clear of obstructions. Failure to
do so may result in equipment damage.
15.
Retract expanding sides 4 to 6 inches (10-15 cm).
16.
Position seal strip (2) and secure with screws (1).
17.
Ensure rubber seal is firmly in track.
Extend expanding side.
18.
19.
Install removable floor section.
Stay clear as folding floors are raised or lowered. Weight
of floors may cause serious injury.
20.
Lower folding floor and lock in down position (TM 5-3610-287-10,
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