Control Rod Component, Nut and Washer Installation Note

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Install the control rod component and washer.

Fig 1: Installing Control Rod Component And Washer
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Secure the control rod component with an adjustable wrench and tighten the control rod nut as shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Securing Control Rod Component With Adjustable Wrench

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CAUTION:

Do not use an impact wrench.
When tightening the control rod nut, secure the control rod component without applying torque within the AT.
Tightening torque
14-18 N.m {1.5-1.8 kgf.m, 11-13 ft.lbf}