Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels

Disassembly:

1. Park machine safely. See “Park Machine Safely” in the Safety section.

2. CAUTION: Avoid injury! The machine can fall or slip from an unsafe lifting device or supports.

   • Use a safe lifting device rated for the load to be lifted.
   • Lower machine onto jack stands or other stable supports and block wheels before servicing.
   
   

   NOTE: Remove all attachments prior to lifting machine.

   Jack up front of machine and place on safety stands.

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   Support caster assembly and remove flange bolt (A) and cap (B).

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4. Remove caster from machine.

5. Inspect bushing/bearing (C) at top and bottom of frame. Replace worn or damaged bushings/bearings.

6. Remove nut (D) and pull bolt out of caster.

7. Remove wheel assembly (E).

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   Remove shield (F) and bearing (G). Inspect shields, wheel, and bearings for wear or damage. Replace worn or damaged parts.

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   Inspect bushing/bearing wear areas (H), and bolt holes (I) for wear or damage. Replace if necessary.

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Assembly

• Apply grease to caster shaft and bolt.
• Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
• Tighten caster locknut and bolt to specification.

  Item	Measurement	Specification
  Caster Locknut	Torque	47 N•m (35 lb·ft)

• Tighten flange bolt securing yoke to specification.

  Item	Measurement	Specification
  Flange Bolt	Torque	47 N•m (35 lb·ft)