Hale Q Series Muscle - Manual (Page 153)

153 MUSCLE (Midship) Pumps Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual
p/n: 029-0020-63-0
Gearbox Maintenance 
6. Make a note of the location of the fork in relation to the gearshift shaft before
removing the fork. (See Figure 9-3: “Power Gearshift Assembly” on page 152.)
7. While holding the fork, loosen the 7/16”-14 screw and pull the shaft out of the fork
and gearbox housing.
8. From the sliding gear assembly, remove in the following order:
 Sliding gear bearing retaining ring - see Figure 9-1: “Intermediate Shaft and
Sliding Gear, Typical G Series Gearbox” on page 149.
 Sliding gear shaft from the front bearing cap
 Drive shaft oil seal and slinger from the front bearing cap
 Electrical switches from the gearshift cap - see Figure 9-3: “Power Gearshift
Assembly” on page 152.
9. Inspect the cooling tube for damage and leaks.
10. Clean and inspect all parts for excessive wear, chips, scoring or other damage.
Repair and/or replace accordingly.
PTO Drive Option, Qflo / Qflo Plus / Qpak Series Pump
(See Figure 9-1: “Intermediate Shaft and Sliding Gear, Typical G Series Gearbox” on
page 149.) Also see Figure 9-4: “PTO Drive Option” on page 154.
1. Remove the rear bearing cap, bearing and gasket - the four (4) 7/16”-14 screws.
2. Examine the rear bearing cover bearing and if required, remove the retaining ring
to separate the bearing from the cover. Replace accordingly.
3. Remove the retaining ring holding the input gear in place.
4. To remove the sliding gear shaft, gear and fork, see heading “Sliding Gear and
Fork” on page 152.
5. Clean and inspect all parts for excessive wear, chips, scoring or other damage.
Repair and/or replace accordingly.