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10.16.6 400 Hours or Annually
1. Check the trailer hitch bolts (45 ft-lbs.).
2. Check the axle/frame bolts (290 ft-lbs.).
3. Check the frame and trailer hold-down bolts
(40 ft-lbs.).
4. Check wheel bolt torque (90-120 ft-lbs.).
5. Repack the wheel bearings and check for
excessive end play in the bearings. Refer to
"10.2.1 Wheel Bearings" on page 40.
6. Check the tires for wear, and replace if
needed.
7. Thoroughly clean the seed tender.
10.17 AXLE MAINTENANCE
10.17.1 First 200 Miles
1. Adjust brakes. Refer to OEM manual for
procedure.
10.17.2 3,000 Miles or 3 Months
1. Adjust brakes. Refer to OEM manual for
procedure.
2. Check torque on wheel nuts. Refer to the
section in this manual.
3. Inspect tires for wear. Refer to OEM manual
for procedure.
10.17.3 6,000 Miles or 6 Months
1. Inspect brake magnets for wear. Refer to
OEM manual for procedure.
2. Inspect suspension parts for wear. Refer to
OEM manual for procedure.
10.17.4 12,000 Miles or 12 Months
1. Inspect brake lining wear, and inspect brake
wiring for damage. Refer to OEM manual for
procedure.
2. Grease the wheel bearings and check the hub
for wear. Refer to OEM manual for procedure.
3. Inspect grease seal for leakage. Refer to
OEM manual for procedure.
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10.18 TIRES
Check the tires for normal and/or abnormal tire
wear. Replace tires that are damaged or worn
beyond normal tread life. Refer to the axle OEM
manual for a Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart.
Replace the tires with Meridian part number 18131
or an equivalent tire:
3T235/80R16
TR643
Load Range E
For Trailer Service Only
10.19 WELDING REPAIRS
Repair welding must be done with care
and with procedures that may be beyond
the capabilities of the ordinary welder.
Before performing any type of welding repair to the
seed tender, contact Meridian for approval.
WARNING
PERSONAL INJURY HAZARD
Repairs or modifications to the trailer,
trailer tongue, or trailer hitch can result
in serious injury or death should these repairs
fail.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Anyone performing a welding repair should be
certifiedinaccordancetotheAmericanWelding
Society (AWS) standards.
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