General Maintenance 37Installing a New Packer - Std. Units (Method B)To install a new packer:1. Using a lifting device, lower the new packer into the hopper, properly aligning the packer with thefloor guides.2. Install a new wiper blade on each side of the packer (see Figure 3-19).These wiper blades may require to be adjusted to fit between the new packer and the hopperwalls.Figure 3-19 Plastic wiper blade3. Install roller assemblies and follow the procedure on page 35 — “Disconnecting the Packer - Std.Units (Method B)” — in reverse order. Also, follow the procedure on page 33 — “Accessing thePacker - Std. Units (Method B)” — in reverse order to reinstall both side rail shields.4. Once finished re-assembling the removed components, lubricate and check for proper operationof the packer.Preparing Packer for Removal - Co-Mingle UnitsFollow these steps before proceeding with the removal of the packer panel:1. Start the engine and engage the hydraulic pump.2. Using the joystick, extend the automated arm to get better access to the hopper area.Danger! Secure the area around the path of the automated arm when performing maintenanceor repair.
