TM 10-3530-207-14
5-38. DARNING SEWING MACHINE FRONT SHAFT BEARING MAINTENANCE
This task consists of
a.
Removal
b.
Cleaning
c.
Inspection
d.
Repair
e.
Installation
INITIAL SET-UP:
Tools:
Material/Parts:
General Mechanics Tool Kit (Appendix B,
Cleaning Solvent (Appendix F, Item 8)
Item 1)
Brush, Medium Bristle (Appendix F, Item 1)
Equipment Condition:
Rag, wiping (Appendix F, Item 2)
Lifting lever removed (para.5-35)
Needle bar shaft assembly removed
(para.5-33)
Removal.
(1) Remove setscrew (1) from bushing.
(2) Using a brass (or other soft material) rod, tap bearing (2) out of the front of the machine.
(3) Remove oil wick (3) and oil wick (4).
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