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LV733-UN-25JUN94
A - First Mark on Rear Tire
B - Starting Point on Ground
C - Second Point on Ground
D - Second Mark on Rear Tire
Place a mark (A) on a rear tire which is easily observed
(a chalk mark is recommended).
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With tractor working, mark a starting point (B) on the ground
at the place where the tire mark (A) meets the ground.
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Mark the ground again where the tire mark (A) completes 10 full
revolutions (C).
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With implement raised, return in the opposite direction. At
the second mark on the ground (C) remark the tire (D).
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While driving the tractor along the same path (implement raised),
count the tire revolutions required to reach the starting point (B).
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Use the return tire revolutions count and Wheel Slippage Chart
to determine slippage. 10—15% for two-wheel drive or 8—12%
for MFWD engaged tractors is ideal.
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Adjust ballast or load to give correct slippage.
NOTE: Available horsepower is greatly reduced when wheel slip
drops below 10%.
WHEEL SLIPPAGE CHART
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Non-Loaded Wheel Revolutions (Step 5)
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Estimated % Slip
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Recommended Action
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10
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0
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Remove Ballast
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9-1/2
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5
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Remove Ballast
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9
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10
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Proper Ballast
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8-1/2
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15
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Proper Ballast
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8
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20
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Add Ballast
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7-1/2
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25
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Add Ballast
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7
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30
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Add Ballast
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