Checking Wheel Bolts and Bearings

Check the tightness of all wheel bolts (A) and wheel pivot bearings during the first week of operation and periodically after that.

Tighten wheel bolts to specification shown.

Specification

Wheel Bolts -Torque 176 N·m  (130 lb-ft)
Keep caster and transport wheel hardware tight. To adjust wheel bearing, remove center hub cap and cotter pin. Raise the wheel and turn it. Tighten the nut until there is a slight drag on the bearings, back off to the first hole, and insert cotter pin. Replace hub cap.


A-Wheel Bolts

A41858

Single Caster Wheel

A41859

Transport Wheel

HX,1820OMI,A4A -19-11MAR98-1/1