One of the key reasons for bearing failure is the installation of the bearing itself. For a housing unit, the insert and removal process of a bearing plays a critical role in the overall functioning of the bearing. There is a definite technique that needs to be followed for the same to ensure the smooth operation of the bearing. If this process is not conducted properly, there is a risk of damaging the inner ring of the bearing which may result in the bearing getting jammed in the housing.

This video walks you through the correct procedure that should be followed while inserting a bearing into the housing using a bench vice and an iron/wooden rod. It also lays out the alignment process and things that you should avoid, like hammering the bearing into the housing, to ensure the bearing runs effortlessly.

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