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Subject: Modification procedure for unusual vibration of swivel joint on

PC200-8, -10, and -11

1. Introduction
If the swivel joint on PC200-8, -10, or -11vibrates unusually, modify it according to this Service News.

2. Details of improvement
The swivel joint seal is improved in order to reduce “stick-slip motion” of the seal which is the cause of
unusual vibration. In addition, the play in the lock bracket pin hole is reduced in order to reduce the
beats the unusual vibration.

Swivel joint

Lock bracket

3. Modification procedure
For replacement of the swivel joint, see Shop Manual, “50 Disassembly and assembly”, “Hydraulic
system”, “Removal and installation of center swivel joint assembly”.

Z 703-08
33731
703-08
33732 With improved seal

X Lock bracket * Check target parts carefully

To main valve

Y
To travel motor

Z
Y X
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3. Modification procedure (continued)

Combine the swivel joint lock brackets and pins according to the table below.

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