2.7 - Fit the top assembly

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Last updated: Aug 24, 2021 by Charlotte Dakin-NorrisVersion comment
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  1. Loosen the four key hole retaining bolts and remove the one locking bolt from the top assembly. Replace them with the new ones provided within the service kit if required.

    It is important to replace these bolts at each service interval if necessary because their hex key recesses are easily weakened when the top assembly is removed, due to the Loctite applied to the threads.

  2. Once the new bolts are in place, apply Loctite 243 to their threads.

  3. Align the top assembly with the turntable. Ensure that the alignment tab of the top assembly is correctly aligned with the locking bolt hole on the turntable rotor. Rotate the aseembly to lock home the key hole bolts before tightening them down.

  4. Add the locking bolt to its hole in the assembly, checking it also has Loctite applied.  

  5. Using a 2.5mm hex key (do not use ball ended drivers), tighten the bolts evenly to a torque of 80~100cNm). Do NOT over tighten.

  6. Check that the top assembly on the turntable can rotate freely.