Steering System Adjustment - Nortrac 35XT Owner's Manual

4.5 Steering System Adjustment

4.5.1 Full Hydraulic Steering System Precautions
The 35XT Series 4-wheeled tractors use a full hydraulic steering mode, as shown in the following figure. Before
each tractor leaves the factory the steering system is adjusted. Pay attention to the following when using the
tractor:
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Check the threaded connections frequently and tighten them if there is any looseness. There should be no
leakage in any connection when the full hydraulic steering system is working.
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During use, if steering becomes difficult or fails, troubleshoot the problem. Do not turn the steering wheel too
hard or disassemble the steering gear, so as to avoid damage to the parts. Never have two people turning the
steering wheel together.
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When installing the full hydraulic steering system, the steering gear should coaxial to the steering shaft, and
there should be some clearance between them in the axial direction. After installation, check whether the
steering wheel turns easily.
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Ensure that the oil is clean. Check the oil and filter element often. The method is as follows: Put a drop of oil
on to a paper towel, and change the oil if there is a black spot in the center of the oil mark.
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The diverter valve is a precision component and should not be removed except in a clean environment. Clean
it with clean solvent.
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Before leaving the factory, the pressure of the diverter valve has been adjusted correctly. Therefore, do not
remove or adjust this valve on your own. Replace if faulty.
1. Steering Wheel 2. Jacket 3. Steering Column 4. Steering Gear 5. Diverter Valve Assembly 6. Steering
Gear Right Oil Pipe 7. Steering Gear Left Oil Pipe
Maintenance Instructions
Figure 4-6 Full Hydraulic Steering System
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