19.2 Dismounting chain from sprockets
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- Create slack in system by releasing take up.
- Restrain sprockets from rotating and secure chain from both sides of disassembly point.
- Apply penetrating oil around connectors.
- Remove connector where chain wraps around sprocket. Supporting chain against removal force with heavy bar or tubing held against opposite side of chain and sprocket.
- If type 2 connector grind riveted end of connector flush with sidebar.
- Remove split pin or solid cotter if present or cut end flush with pin.
- Where appropriate use press equipment to remove connectors.
