Removing and Installing Front Caster Wheels

Disassembly:

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

2. CAUTION: 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 (C) at top and bottom of frame. Replace worn or damaged bushings.

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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9. 
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   Inspect bushing 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)