LOWLANDER HD MK2 & WIDEBODY MANURE SPREADER – INSTRUCTION & SPARES MANUAL
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6.4.5.2.3 LOCKING RAM MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
The locking rams straighten the wheels and hold them straight.
Tighten the lock nut Item 2 against the blind nut Item 1 regularly (figure 9.3.2.3).
Adjust the locking rams after aligning the wheel (See section 6.4.5.2.2 Checking and adjusting the wheel alignment).
Procedure: (See figure 9.3.2.3)
- Move the lock nuts Item 2 and the blind nuts Item 1 as close as possible to the body of the ram.
- Without operating the locking rams, align the steer axle and the vehicle on a smooth, level surface.
- Pressurise the rams and maintain the pressure.
- Screw the blind nuts Item 1 to contact the stops Item 3 without forcing
- Screw the lock nuts Item 2 to contact the blind nuts Item 1
- Tighten the lock nuts Item 2 firmly
- Check that the wheels are still aligned.
The only maintenance required for the locking rams is to keep them perfectly clean, in particular the surface of the ram rod.
If the seals are leaking, they can be replaced (contact the vehicle manufacturer).
NB: Before carrying out any work on hydraulic or pneumatic systems, take all necessary precautions to ensure that the hydraulic
fluid or air is not under pressure.
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