Gear Adjustment - MESHLOAD
- Rotate the input shaft either left or right to the stop.
- Rotate the input shaft in the opposite direction and count the number of turns.
- Rotate the input shaft back one-half the number of turns counted.
- Using an inch-pound torque wrench, measure the torque required to rotate the input shaft 45 degrees either side of center.
- If the torque exceeds specifications, adjust the meshload. Turn the sector shaft adjusting screw to adjust the meshload.
- Tighten the meshload adjuster lock nut.
- Hold the sector shaft adjusting screw.
- Tighten the lock nut.
CAUTION:
Do not overtighten the lock nut or the threads in the sector shaft housing cover may strip.
