Repair Engine and Upper Machine Components
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4.10 Shock Mounts
See Graphic: wc_gr003705
Recommended Tools
Ratchet Wrench
Torque Wrench
Loctite 243 (blue)
4.10.1 Remove the silencing cover, the air cleaner, and the guide handle.
4.10.2 Inspect the shock mounts (a) and make sure that they are securely
mounted to the crankcase. Replace the shock mounts if they are torn
or damaged.
4.10.3 Remove the four socket head cap screws (b) that hold the shock
mounts to the crankcase. On Rammers with guards, remove the
guards (c) from the crankcase. Then, remove the screws that hold the
shock mounts to the guard. When reinstalling the shock mounts, apply
Loctite 243 or an equivalent to the screws and torque them to 34 Nm
(25 ft.lbs.).
Note: Replace the shock mounts as a set. Check the shock mount
screws after the first five hours of operation and tighten them if
necessary.