Introduction
Use this guide to replace the top feeder assembly in the auto-feeder in your Electric Eel 75’ Drain Cleaner Z5K12IC75AF.
What you need
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Twist the guide spring counter-clockwise to unscrew it from the auto-feeder.
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Remove the guide spring.
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Unscrew the tension knob to loosen the tension spring in the top feeder assembly.
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Set the feeder adjustment knob in the neutral position, in between the "FWD" and "REV" positions.
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Use a 1/2" open-ended wrench to remove the two bolts from the bottom of the feeder body mounting arm.
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Use a vise to compress the roll pin until there is no longer space in the roll pin's slot.
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Use a dead blow hammer or mallet to tap down the bearing carrier onto the roll pin until the pin just begins to peek into the bearing channel.
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Continue to tap down the bearing carrier until the bearing and spacer are fully secured around the roll pin.
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Unscrew and remove the tension knob from the top feeder assembly.
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Use a 9/64" hex key to remove the three bolts from the top of the feeder.
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Use a flat head screwdriver to remove the top control finger.
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Insert a flathead screwdriver or other long tool underneath the tension spring in the top feeder assembly.
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Use the tool to push up on the spring and ball bearing carrier so you can remove them by hand.
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Use a flathead screwdriver or other long tool to push up on the bearing carrier so you can remove it by hand.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
After reassembly: Ensure the assembly you just installed is sufficiently lubricated using the Zerk fitting on the feeder body.
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