
7 Support the twistlock (item 5) from below so that it does not drop out. Using a
screwdriver prise the collets (item 8) out of the recess in the twistlock (item5). It is
now possible to lower the twistlock out of the end beam. The sleeve (item 9) and
lower bearing set (item 10) will in most cases accompany the twistlock as it is
removed. This is quite normal.
Inspection prior to reassembly
8 Aer removal of all twistlock parts, remove all grease and dirt from the parts and
also from the corner of the end beam. Steam clean or clean with some form of
solvent.
9 Heck the twistlock (item 5) for wear at the head and also for wear at the bushing
surfaces. Inspect the lower (item 10) and upper (item 11) bearing sets for wear
and damage. If badly worn or damaged, they should be replaced. The collets (item
8) and and the crank (item 4) should be inspected for possible wear or damage
and replaced if necessary.
It should be noted that the state of the collets (item 8) and the recess in the
twistlock (item 5) is very important, as these parts are carrying the load when a
containerislied.
Replacing / Fitting twistlocks
10 Prepare the sleeve (item 9), place and grease the bushing and t the four cente-
ring springs in the sides of the sleeve.
11 Grease the upper bearing set (item 11) and place in posion on the greased top
surface of the corner plate (in the endbeam) with the convex half uppermost
(threaded holes up). Grease the lower bearing set (item 10) and place in posion
on the greased boom surface of the corner plate (in the endbeam, the grease
will hold it in place).
12 Li the sleeve assembly as assembled in point 10 and posion up through the
corner plate in the endbeam. Note the direcon of the grease nipple! Then place
the twistlock in the sleeve, ensuring that both bearings (item 10 and 11) are posi-
oned correctly around the twistlock. Support the assembly with a jack or other
means.
13 Fit the collets (item 8) with the pointed part upwards.
14 Fit the key (item 7) incl. roll pin to the keyway of the twistlock (item 5).
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