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>>L<< Rack Support Cover/Jam Nut Installation

  1. Position the rack at its center.
  2. Apply 3M™ AAD Part number 8661, 8663, 8672, 8678, 8679 or equivalent to the threaded part of the rack support cover.
  3. Use special tool MB991204 to tighten the rack support cover.

    12 ± 2 N.m (106 ± 17 in-lb) 

  4. Turn the rack support cover 10 degree angle counterclockwise.
  5. Use special tool MB991204 and special tool MB992249 to hold the rack support cover, and then tighten the jam nut.

59 ± 10 N.m (44 ± 7 ft-lb) 

Fig 1: Tightening Rack Support Cover
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