Wheel installation
Note: It is important to follow a ‘cross sequence’ pattern, when installing wheel nuts. This will ensure the even
seating of the wheel against the hub.
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With the valve stem to the outside, mount the wheel onto the hub.
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Using your fingers, tighten the wheel nuts in increments following a ‘cross sequence’ pattern. Lightly tighten
the top left wheel nut, then the bottom right wheel nut, top right wheel nut etc.
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Fully tighten the top left, followed by the bottom right, followed by the top right and finally the bottom left.
Tyre Inspection
The condition of each tyre should be inspected per the periodic Service Schedule. Inflation pressures should
be checked when the tyres are cool. Be sure to install the valve dust cap after checking or inflating.
WARNING!
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Never exceed the inflation pressure specified on the tyre sidewall. Due to the low volume of the tyres, over
inflation can occur in seconds. Over inflation can cause the tyre to separate from the wheel of even cause the
tyre to explode. Always pressurize the tyre with small amounts of air at a time.
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Protect face and eyes from escaping air when removing valve core.
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To reduce the possibility of severe injury caused by a broken socket when removing wheels, use only sockets
designed for such use.
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Tyre inflation should be determined
by the condition of the terrain.
For outdoor applications
when
the
majority of use is on grassy areas, the following should be considered. On hard turf, a slightly higher inflation
pressure is recommended. On very soft turf, a lower pressure should be used to reduce the possibility of
tyres cutting into the turf.
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For vehicles being used on a paved or hard surface, tyre pressure should be kept at the higher allowable
range, but under no condition should the inflation pressure be higher than the recommended pressure on tyre
sidewall.
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All four tyres should have the same pressure for optimum handling characteristics. Ensure the valve dust cap
is installed after checking and/or inflating.
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The vehicle is fitted with low pressure tubeless tyres mounted on one piece rims. Therefore, the most
cost effective way to repair a puncture in the tread is to use a commercial tyre plug.
Note: Tyre plug tools and plugs are available at most automotive parts outlets. The
advantage of using one of these plugs is that it means the tyre doesn’t need to be removed
from the wheel.
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If the tyre is flat, remove the wheel and inflate the tyre to the maximum recommended pressure. Immerse
the tyre in water to
locate the leak and mark with chalk. Insert tyre plug in accordance with
manufacturer’s instructions.
Brakes
WARNING!
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To reduce the possibility of severe injury or death, always evaluate pedal travel before operating a vehicle to
ensure braking function is present.
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All driving brake tests must be completed in a safe environment with a high regard for the safety of
personnel. Please note that over time, a subtle loss of performance may take place. Therefore, it is
important to establish the standard with a new vehicle.
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A periodic brake performance test should be performed regularly to evaluate the performance of the
braking system. This test is useful as a method of identifying any subtle loss of performance over time.
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