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Maintenance - 1684, 16104, 16124 Backsaver Auger
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AXLES
Wheel Lug Nut Torque
Check the torque on wheel lug nuts daily or EVERY
8 HOURS :
Ten Bolt Hub:
• Tighten wheel nuts to 462 lb. ft. (626 N•m)
Eight Bolt Hub
• Tighten wheel nuts to 264 lb. ft. (358 N•m)
Six Bolt Hub
• Tighten wheel nuts to 133 lb. ft. (180 N•m)
Tire / Wheel Replacement
Empty the Backsaver Auger (if required).
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
Before you leave the operator’s position:
• Always park on a flat level surface.
• Place all controls in NEUTRAL.
• Engage the park brake.
• Stop the engine and remove the key.
• Wait for all moving parts to stop.
Park the tractor / equipment on a flat level surface.
Place all controls in neutral, engage the park brake,
stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to
stop. Leave the operator’s position.
Place chock blocks behind and in front the auger
tire.
Place a jack under the axle frame on the side the
wheel is to be replaced. Raise the jack until the
wheel is slightly off the ground.
NOTE: Place blocks under the frame to help secure
the auger when wheel is raised off the ground.
Figure 54
Install the tire with the valve stem facing out (both
sides). Install the six wheel bolts (Item 1) (both
sides)
[Figure 54] .
Tighten wheel nuts in a criss-cross pattern. Tighten
wheel nuts to proper torque.
Lower the axle and tires to the ground. Remove
the strap and lifting device.
Tire Pressure
Check the tire pressure daily or EVERY 8 HOURS :
Inflate tires to manufacturer recommended
pressure.
CAUTION
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and
extension hose long enough to allow you to stand
to one side and NOT in front of or over the tire
assembly.
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