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1. Remove the XL-3 impeller by inserting a pointed object into either the shaft armature
or fan blades to hold the armature from turning when unscrewing the impeller.
Note: Impeller unscrews clockwise and may require force in order to break threads loose. (Fig.22, Fig.23)

Fig. 22          Fig. 23

2. Unscrew the three nuts holding the main casting in place. Next remove flat washers
and lift main casting off motor, remove the three star washers and set them aside with the flat washers and nuts.

3. Remove felt washer and wipe shaft dry of oil and grease. Sand shaft lightly with medium grit
sandpaper to remove oil seal residue. Re-0il felt washer and replace over shaft.

4. When replacing a main casting the P-16 shaft seal should also be replaced to
insure a proper seal. Glue in a new seal using any brand automotive gasket shellac and allow overnight drying.

5. Grease the P-16 shaft seal with Diatom Filter shaft seal lubricant part 31, by filling
the center of the seal with grease. Replace the three star washers on motor, hold one finger
over the inside of the seal and press the casting over the motor shaft in line with mounting studs.
Wipe out any excess grease from inside of casting, replace the flat washers and nuts. Center the casting and tighten lightly.

Fig. 25 & Fig. 26

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