Table Chain Adjustment

[DJmatt2302]

I was adjusting the table height and I dropped the chain that lowers and raises the table inside the deck tube. What would be the easiest way of retrieving this?

[MCSS]

Well assuming the machine is off, table is supported, and all the other safety stuff you should do before working on a machine. Remove the set screw that goes into the side of the tube, unscrew the black plastic piece from the tube, and start fishing the chain out.

[Tablejam]

You would think there would be something in the chain to prevent it falling inside there.

[Pinchezr]

We have changed one link with a link that is in the elevator holding the shovels. Just some minutes work per chain but saves a lot of time afterwards.....

[jday]

I just put a magnet inside the tube and pull it out

[davegargamel]

I just put a magnet inside the tube and pull it out

This. If you have a telescoping magnet that's the best bet.

[MCSS]

You would think there would be something in the chain to prevent it falling inside there.

I added a heavy duty zip tie to the first link, or you can add the elevator long pin link. I prefer the zip tie as it is a lot cheaper.

[davegargamel]

I added a heavy duty zip tie to the first link, or you can add the elevator long pin link. I prefer the zip tie as it is a lot cheaper.

I like this. Duly noted.