Tightening Caster Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampeners; Tightening Walking Beam Adjustment Bolts - MacDon M1170 Operator's Manual

5.6.3 Tightening Caster Wheel Anti-Shimmy Dampeners

Each caster is equipped with two fluid-filled anti-shimmy
dampeners (A).
The mounting bolts (B) and (C) need to be checked periodically
for security. Refer to 5.2.2 Maintenance Schedule/Record, page
253.
• Two inboard bolts (B) should be tightened to 136 Nm
(100 lbf·ft)
• Outboard bolt (C) should be tightened to 244 Nm (182 lbf·ft)
• Outboard jam nut (D) should be tightened to 136 Nm
(100 lbf·ft)

5.6.4 Tightening Walking Beam Adjustment Bolts

Check walking beam adjustment bolt torque after 5, 10, and 50 hours of field or road operation.
1. Tighten and torque back bolts (A) to 759 Nm (560 lbf·ft).
2. Tighten and torque bottom bolts (B) to 759 Nm (560 lbf·ft).
3. Repeat on opposite side.
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Figure 5.38: Anti-Shimmy Dampener
Figure 5.39: Walking Beam Adjustment Bolts
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