Check Wheel Axle Bearings For Looseness - PRONAR T286 Operator's Manual

SECTION 5
5.2.4

CHECK WHEEL AXLE BEARINGS FOR LOOSENESS

FIGURE 5.2 Lifting jack support point
(1) wheel axle, (2) U bolt
Preparation procedures
Hitch trailer to tractor, immobilize tractor with parking brake.
Park tractor and trailer on hard level ground.
Place the wheel chocks under the wheel opposite to the lifted wheel. Ensure
that trailer shall not move during inspection.
DANGER
Before commencing work the user must read the instructions for lifting jack and adhere
to the manufacturer's instructions.
The lifting jack must be stably supported on the ground and so must the axle.
Ensure that trailer shall not move during inspection of axle bearing looseness.
Raise the wheel (opposite to the side where chocks are placed).
Tractor must be placed to drive forward.
The lifting jack should be placed under the axle between U bolts
(2) securing axle (1) to leaf spring - figure (5.2) Recommended
support point is marked with an arrow. Lifting jack must be suited to
weight of trailer.
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Pronar T286