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Groundsmaster 3280−D/3320 Page 8 − 11 Drive Axles
11.Remove the bearing from axle shaft.
12.Remove and discard the outer seal plate.
13.Inspect all components for wear and damage
(Fig. 13). Replace the axle shaft if the seal has grooved
the axle surface more that 1/64 inch (0.40 mm).
Figure 13
Assembly (Fig. 6)
1. Coat a new outer seal plate with a thin film of oil and
place the outer seal plate, brake assembly and dust
shield in position on the axle shaft.
2. Pack the bearing with grease and press it onto the
axle shaft (Fig. 14).
IMPORTANT: Drive the bearing onto the axle shaft
by pressing on the inner race of the bearing only.
Figure 14
3. Slide a new bearing retainer on the axle shaft. Sup-
port the shaft and retainer in a suitable press and press
the bearing retainer firmly against the bearing (Fig. 15).
IMPORTANT: Do not heat the bearing retainer to
install. Heat will destroy the close tolerance press
fit.
Figure 15
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