Perkins — Removing Platform Rotator Assembly
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Procedure
- Remove the platform. Refer to repair procedure 'Removing Platform from Machine'.
- Tag, disconnect and plug the hydraulic hoses from the platform rotator manifold. Cap the fittings on the rotator.
- S-85: Support the jib boom leveling arms and the platform mounting weldment with an appropriate lifting device. Do not apply any lifting pressure.
- Remove the mounting bolts from the platform mounting weldment. Remove the center bolt and slide the platform mounting weldment off of the platform rotator.
- Support the platform rotator with an appropriate lifting device. Do not apply any lifting pressure. S-80: Support the rod end of the platform leveling slave cylinder. Protect the cylinder rod from damage.
- Remove the pivot pin retaining fasteners from both the slave cylinder rod-end pivot pin and the rotator pivot pin.
Tools required
- Appropriate lifting device
Source: manual:1269074.pdf. Figures and steps are as documented; always cross-check against the official manual and any later revisions for your exact serial number before servicing.