Husqvarna 343F, 345FX, 345FXT, 343R, 345RX manual Shaft, 503 80

5	Angle gear
	Shaft	Shaft
	The shaft contains a drive axle guide	The shaft contains a long plastic guide
	that is easily replaced. It can be	to prevent vibrations in the drive axle.
	dismantled once the plastic sleeve (B)	The guide (A) is easily removed for
	has been removed.
		replacement.
	Centre the axle control in the shaft	Bend away the plastic sleeve (B) and
	when a new one is fitted.
		the O-ring (C) using a knife and pull the
	Fit a new O-ring to ensure a good seal.	drive axle guide out from the shaft.
		When replacing the axle guide, the
		replacement must be inserted into the
		shaft so that the distance is the same to
		the two ends of the shaft.
		When fitting, a new O-ring must be
	503 80 17-01	used. To avoid damage from the sharp
		edges of the slits in the gearbox, the
		following assembly procedure is
		recommended:
		1. Place the plastic sleeve (B) in
		position in the gearbox.
		2. Slide the O-ring (C) onto the plastic
		sleeve.
		3. Slide the shaft and guide (A) into
		position.
		Lubricate the drive axle with grease no.
		503 80 17-01 when assembling.

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