Operator`s manual
MAINTENANCE
RC12 03/09 Maintenance Section 5-9
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
MAINTENANCE
Step 3: Clamp vise as shown and tap on yoke to
completely remove cup from yoke. Repeat step two
and three for opposite cup FIGURE Mnt-FL-0034.
Step 4: Place universal cross in vise as shown and
tap on yoke to remove cup. Repeat step 3 for final
removal. Drive remaining cup out with drift and
hammer. FIGURE Mnt-FL-0035.
Step 5: To reassemble, place seals securely on
bearing cups. Apply grease to needles to hold them
in place. Insert cup into yoke from outside and
press in with hand pressure as far as possible.
Insert journal cross into bearing cup. Be careful not
to disturb needle bearing. Insert another bearing
directly across from bearing cup and press in as far
as possible with hand pressure. Be sure journal
cross is started into bearings and continue pressure
with vice, squeezing in as far as possible. Tap yoke
to aid in process.
Step 6: Seat cup by placing a drift or socket slightly
smaller than the cup on the cup and squeeze in
vise. Install snap ring and repeat on opposite cup.
Repeat steps five and six to install remaining cups
in remaining yoke.
FIGURE Mnt-FL-0036.
Move both yokes in all directions to check for free movement. Should movement be restricted, strike forged
surfaces of yoke ears a sharp blow with a mallet to relieve any tension. Repeat until both yokes move in all
directions without restriction.
Add Multi-purpose gear oil, P/N 00786250. Grease every 8 hours.