Oshkosh Corporation JLG R2632, Operation And Safety Manual

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SECTION 6 - SPECIFICATIONS AND OPERATOR MAINTENANCE
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6.7 TIRE WEAR AND DAMAGE
The tire and rim assemblies installed on machines have been
approved by the tire manufacturer for applications in which those
products are intended to be used. The tire and rims installed on each
product model have been designed for stability requirements, which
consist of track width, tire compound, and load capacity. Tire
changes such as rim width, centerpiece location, larger or smaller
diameter, tire compound, etc., without written manufacturers
approval, could result in an unsafe condition regarding stability.
The tires and rims installed on machines are to be inspected as part
of the walk-around inspection. JLG requires that the walk-around
inspection be performed at each operator change during a shift and
at each shift change.
Wheel and Tire Replacement
JLG recommends that any replacement tire be the same size and
brand as originally installed on the machine or offered by JLG as an
approved replacement. Refer to the JLG Parts Manual for the part
number of the approved tires for a particular machine model.
If any of the following is discovered during tire inspection, measures
must be taken to remove the JLG product from service immediately.
Arrangements must be made for replacement of the tire(s) or tire
assembly(s).
If the overall diameter of the tire is less than 15.55 in (395 mm) mini
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mum or if any uneven wear is discovered, both tires/wheels on the
same axle must be replaced.
A tire with significant damage in the tread area or sidewall requires
immediate evaluation before placing the machine into service. If a
cut, tear, chunk, or other discrepancy exceeds any one or more of the
following dimensions, the tire must be replaced:
•
3.0 in (76 mm) long
•
0.75 in (19 mm) wide
•
0.75 in (19 mm) deep
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If the metal wheel is visible at any point through the tread area
of the tire
• If more than one discrepancy exists in any quadrant of the wheel
(within 90 degrees of one another)