Adjustment Of Slackness Of Wheel Axle Bearings - PRONAR T023 Manual

SECTION 5
INSPECTION
Check condition of hub cover, if necessary replace with new cover. Inspection of bearing
slackness may only be conducted when the trailer is hitched to tractor. The machine may not
be loaded.
DANGER
Before commencing work the user must read the instructions for lifting and
adhere to the manufacturer's instructions.
The lifting jack must be stably supported by the ground and so must the axle.
Ensure that trailer shall not move during inspection of axle bearing slackness.

5.2.3 ADJUSTMENT OF SLACKNESS OF WHEEL AXLE BEARINGS

The wheel should turn smoothly without stiffness or detectable resistance. Adjustment of
bearing slackness may only be conducted when the trailer is not loaded and is hitched to the
tractor.
Ensure that the trailer is properly secured and will not move during wheel dismounting.
Take off hub cover (1), figure (5.3).
Take out cotter pin (3) securing castellated nut (2).
• After travelling the first 1,000 km.
• Every six months of use or every 25,000 km.
PRONAR T023, PRONAR T023M
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