SERVICE,

Ensure hands and face are kept clear of end of cylinder.

With rod packing set out of cylinder body,

remove the retaining wire located approximately l-1/4” in from end of cylinder body by pressing on one side to force the retaining wire 90 out of the groove and pull retaining wire out of cylinder body.

Pull cylinder rod out of cylinder body.

Secure the cylinder rod in a bench vise by the end eye of the rod. Do not clamp on the chromed finish section of the rod.

Remove piston assembly lock nut and pull piston assembly from rod.

Remove piston seal and backups from piston.

Clean all parts for inspection.

inspection

inspectcylinder body for evidence.of scoring and pitting. Replace cylinder body if excessive pitting/scoring is evident.

Inspect cylinder rod for evidence of pitting or plating deterioration through the section of the rod that contacts the rod packing set.

Inspect cylinder rod and body end eyes and bushings for wear. The steel bushings should fit snugly in the end eyes.

Inspect end eye grease fittings and replace if damaged

Inspect cylinder packing guides and piston. Replace any components that exhibit excessive wear or damage.

Cylinder Assembly

Clean and dry all cylinder components thoroughly.

Place cylinder end cap on cylinder rod followed by rod packing set and retaining wire.

Refer to illustration for reference to component orientation and sequence.

Assemble piston seal and backups or piston and install piston assembly on cylinder rod. refer to illustration for reference to component orientation.

Install Locknut and torque to 225 ft./lbs.

Coat piston assembly with clean hydraulic oil and with the cylinder body supported in a bench vise, carefully install cylinder rod in cylinder body. Care must be taken to ensure piston seal is not damaged during installation.

Install the retaining wire in the cylinder body.

Coat rod packing set components with clean hydraulic oil and position in cylinder body.

Install cylinder end cap and tighten until rod packing set components are snug. Do not over-tighten as rod packing service life will be reduced.

Rod packing sets should be reset by tightening cylinder end cap l/4 turn after the initial 10 hours of cylinder operation.

Install dust plugs in cylinder ports.

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FL6555 specifications

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