How do I change the bearings?Updated 2 months ago

The motor contains four stainless steel bearings that ensure the motor bell rotates smoothly along with the propeller. These bearings can wear out over time and should therefore be replaced regularly. If the drive unit makes strange noises or no longer runs smoothly, it’s time to change the bearings. To replace the bearings, you will need a special tool, which we offer along with the Foil Assist Maintenance Tools (40260-8007). 

⚠ Maintenance Tip: Rinse the bearings thoroughly with fresh water after each use. Allow them to dry completely, and then apply a thin layer of WD-40 Specialist Penetrant to ensure their longevity.

Tool & screws needed:

• Bearing removal tool (Foil Assist Maintenance Tools 40260-8007)

Steps to replace the bearings:

The bearings inside the motor (3 pcs)

1. Insert the puller into the bearings' inner ring. The hooks need to be fully closed in order to fit.
2. Open the hooks by turning the bolt clockwise until it hooks onto the bearings.
3. Place the stand on top of the motor with the legs on top of each side of the motor.
4. Hold the legs on each side in a fixed position and insert the center screw into the puller and turn the bolt clockwise until it's fully tight.
5. Insert the locking rod into the hole of the bolt.
6. Using a wrench, turn the bolt that is on top of the stand clockwise to extract the bearings.

The bearing on the motor cover (1 pcs)

1. Remove the 2 screws with a TX20 Torx key.
2. Insert the same screw into one of the non-sunken screw holes to prop up the cover.
3. Remove the screw.
4. Insert the puller into the bearing’s inner ring.  The hooks need to be fully closed in order to fit.
5. Open the hooks by turning the bolt clockwise until it hooks onto the bearing.
6. Place the stand on top of the motor cover with the legs on top of each side of the motor cover.
7. Hold the legs on each side in a fixed position and insert the center screw into the puller and turn the bolt clockwise until it's fully tight.
8. Insert the locking rod into the hole of the bolt.
9. Using a wrench, turn the bolt that is on top of the stand clockwise to extract the bearing.

To insert the bearings:

1. Insert the new bearing(s) into the puller.
2. Line up the bearing(s) into the motor/motor cap, then press down.
3. Using a rubber mallet, tap gently on the puller to ensure the bearing(s) are completely in the motor/motor cap.