LOWLANDER HD MK2 & WIDEBODY MANURE SPREADER – INSTRUCTION & SPARES MANUAL
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- Retighten the adjustable trailing arms (See figure 9.5.b): if the bolts were loose, the length of the trailing arms may
be incorrect. Check that the axles are correctly aligned after tightening (central section with left and right-hand
threads).
- Retighten the fixed and adjustable trailing arm flexible bushing mountings:
NOTE: The clamping washers Item 1 should not touch the bracket Item 2. If they do, the conical rubber bushings,
Item 3, should be replaced (See figure 9.5.c).
- Check the condition of the clamping bolts.
- Lubricate the rocker shafts.
Under harsh or intensive operating conditions, maintenance should be carried out more frequently.
Every year (See figure 9.5.d)
- Check the play between the bushings Item 1 and the rocker shaft Item 2, and, if there is excessive play, replace the
worn parts.
- Check the rocker Item 3 and the spring shackles Item 4 for wear (spring bearing surface) and replace these parts if
they are badly worn.
- Check the general condition of the springs Item 5, clean them thoroughly and brush the sides of the springs to
check for cracks.
- If there is any play between the springs Item 5 and the axles, check the whole of the clamping system: clamping
plates Item 8, spring bolt alignment plate Item 9, U-bolts Item 10.
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