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MAINTENANCE
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Nuts And Bolts
Check all nuts and bolts for tightness after the first 5 hours of operation then yearly.
IMPORTANT: Certain bolts should not be over tightened, these include all shear bolts.
Bolt Grades and Torque
When replacing damaged bolts use only plated Grade 5 bolts unless otherwise specified. Use only bolts of the
correct length [Refer to the AParts@ section]. Do not replace lock nuts with nuts and lock washers. Use only
original equipment lock nuts.
Recommended Torques in foot pounds for SAE Grade 5 bolts, based on dry assembly:
FM-115 07/15
Maintenance Section 5-2
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