Katolight — Drive End Bearing Bracket Removal (Two Bearing Units)
Repair & overhaul · Bearing bracket (drive end)
From a Katolight service manual covering: 280 -- 430 Frame, 280 frame, 360 frame, 430 frame. Check it applies to your exact model before use.
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Procedure
- Remove any drive arrangement from the generator shaft extension.
- Remove the bearing lock ring retaining screws.
- Support the shaft extension before proceeding further.
- Remove the bearing bracket retaining cap screws.
- Using a flat bladed screw driver or chisel, pry the bracket back from the frame.
- After approximately 1/8 inch, the bracket clears the locating register; lower the shaft extension until rotor rests on main stator core.
- Continue to pull the bracket free from the bearing.
- Visually inspect the bearing bore for damage or wear; sleeve or replace prior to reassembly.
Tools required
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Specs & values
- Support capacity of 2 tons required
Source: Katolight service manual. Steps and values are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.