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d. Inspection
(1) Inspect all threaded parts and tapped holes for damaged threads.
(2) Inspect top cutter and bottom cutter for wear and damage. Replace defective parts.
(3) Check operation of cutter spring. Replace defective spring.
e. Reassembly
(1) Install new O-rings on bottom plug.
(2) Install and secure bottom plug into dehydrator body. Remove two 3/8-16 x 2" socket head screws.
(3) Apply teflon tape to pipe threads of bottom tube fitting. Install and secure tube fitting into bottom plug. Note
orientation of bottom fitting with respect to top fitting.
(4) Apply teflon tape to pipe threads of top tube fitting. Install and secure tube fitting into dehydrator body.
(5) Install new O-rings onto top plug.
(6) Install top plug into dehydrator body.
f.
Installation
NOTE
Install # 1 and # 2 dehydrators in proper position.
(1) Position dehydrator assembly against frame bracket. Install and loose assemble two U-bolts, four lock
washers and four nuts.
(2) Lift and rotate dehydrator assembly until the dehydrator assembly is in the correct position. Secure four nuts.
(3) Install and secure two tubes to each dehydrator assembly.
5-20.
This task covers:
a. Removal
d. Inspection
b. Disassembly
e. Reassembly
c.
Cleaning
f.
Installation
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