Product Description
SNAP RING
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the function of snap ring 4917604 in a manual pallet jack?
A: Snap ring 4917604 is a retaining component that secures bearing or wheel assemblies onto axles and shafts. It prevents axial movement and component separation during load handling. Proper installation seating is critical to prevent accidental disassembly under load.
Q: What manual pallet jack models use snap ring 4917604?
A: Snap ring 4917604 is compatible with manual pallet jacks from Crown, Toyota, Raymond, Yale, Hyster, and comparable manufacturers. Confirm the shaft or axle diameter and snap ring groove specification match your equipment model before ordering.
Q: What material is snap ring 4917604 made from and how durable is it?
A: Snap ring 4917604 is manufactured from spring steel with hardened surface treatment. This material provides sufficient elasticity for repeated engagement and disengagement while resisting permanent deformation under normal manual pallet jack load cycles.
Q: When should snap ring 4917604 be replaced?
A: Replace snap ring 4917604 if it shows permanent deformation, cracks, loss of seating tension, or inability to fully engage in the groove. A worn snap ring cannot reliably retain components and creates safety risk of wheel or bearing loss during operation.
Q: Can snap ring 4917604 be reused after removal?
A: Snap ring 4917604 should be replaced with a new unit rather than reused. Repeated removal and installation cycles can compromise the spring temper and elasticity, reducing its ability to hold proper seating tension over time.