Ram Screw Assembly; Remove And Replace - Electrolux EI15TC65HS Technical & Service Manual

Section C – Power Unit Mechanism

Ram Screw Assembly

REMOVE AND REPLACE

The ram screw assemblies transfer power to the ram and
plate. Heavy usage can damage the threaded rod. If it
becomes necessary to replace one or both of the ram
screw assemblies, follow the instructions below.
1. Remove cabinet cover (see
Access to Components).
2. Remove the drive belt (see Drive Belt, Remove and
Re-install).
3. Remove drive wheels (see Drive Wheels, Remove
and Replace).
RAM
COMPACTION
PLATE
4. Remove the compaction plate by releasing the tab
on the front of the ram, and pulling the plate down
and away from the ram. NOTE: When re-installing the
plate, insert the rear tab into the slot at the rear of the
ram, then press up on the front of the plate until it
latches securely in place.
Electrical Components,
RELEASE
ASSEMBLY
TAB
5.
SCREWS
RAM
SCREW
TAB
Remove the four hex head screws and the ram from
the bottom of the ram screw assembly.
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COMPACTION
PLATE
RAM
SCREWS