Slide Sledge Operating Manual

28 6. Slide Sledge ™ Multi-Head ™ Hammer Disassembly How to remove and replace the Drive Bar, Hand Guard, or Slide Lock Mechanism 1.To replace or repair the hand guard, drive bar, drive bar retaining ring, or slide lock mechanism, start by removing the slide lock pin. Heat the threaded area of the slide lock pin to 450 degrees Fahrenheit before disassembly. Use a 5/8", 12 point deep well socket to unscrew the slide lock pin. 2.Remove the slide lock pin from the hand guard. You may now replace the slide lock or continue to remove the hand guard. 3.Prior to unscrewing the hand guard from the drive bar tube, heat the area to 450 degrees Fahrenheit to break down the Loctite ® 243 Threadlocker or CAT ® Thread Lock Breakaway Strength 9S-3263. Unscrew the hand guard by turning the hand guard in a counterclock-wise direction. NOTE: Always wear heat resistant gloves when working with metal parts that have been heated. NOTE: Always wear heat resistant gloves when working with metal parts that have been heated.