Check Wheel Axle Bearings For Looseness - PRONAR T669 Operator's Manual

SECTION 5

5.2.4 CHECK WHEEL AXLE BEARINGS FOR LOOSENESS

FIG. 5.2 Lifting jack support point
(1) wheel axle, (2) U bolt
Preparation procedures
Hitch trailer to tractor, braking 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.
Raise 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)
figure (5.2) securing axle (1) to shock absorber leaf springs, or as near
as possible to leaf spring mounting. Recommended fulcrum is marked
with an arrow. Lifting jack must be suited to weight of trailer.
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