MAINTENANCE
TIRES AND WHEELS
1. Check for Damage,
Remove Nails, Glass,
Metal and Other Objects
2. Make Edges Smooth
FIGURE 15. CHECK THE TIRES
Inspect the tires for wire, rocks, glass, pieces of metal,
holes, cuts and other damage. Remove any object that will
cause damage. Check for loose or missing hardware.
Remove any wire strapping or other material that is
wrapped around the axle. Make sure the drive wheel nuts
are tight. Tighten the wheel nuts in a cross pattern to the
correct torque value shown in the Maintenance Schedule
table.
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WARNING
Wheels must be changed and tires repaired by trained
personnel only. Always wear safety glasses.
WARNING
The lift truck capacity can change with different types
of tires. Make sure the capacity on the nameplate is for
the type of tires installed on the truck.
Drive/steer tire
1. Raise the rear of the lift truck as described in How to Put
a Lift Truck on Blocks.
2. Remove the wheel nuts that fasten the drive/steer
wheel to the hub. Slide the wheel out from under the lift
truck. Use the reverse procedure to install the wheel.
Tighten the wheel nuts to 136 NSm, 100 lbf ft, torque after
installation.
3. The correct tools, equipment and a press ring must be
used for each size of wheel. Use a press to push the wheel
from the rim and tire.
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