Section 7- Lubrication and Maintenance
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Tires
A. Tire Air Pressure Check
1. Perform
2. Remove valve stem cap.
3. Check tire pressure.
4. Add air if required. See page 9
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5. Replace valve stem cap.
B. Tire Damage
For pneumatic tires, when any cut, rip or tear is discovered that exposes sidewall or tread
area cords in the tire, measures be taken to remove the product from service immediately.
Arrangements must be made for replacement of the tire or tire assembly.
For polyurethane foam filled tires, when any of the following are discovered, measures
must be taken to remove the product from service immediately. Arrangements must be
made for replacement of the tire or tire assembly.
• Smooth even cut through the cord plies which exceeds 3 in (7,5 cm) in total length
• Any tears or rips (ragged edges) in cord plies which exceeds 1 in (2,5 cm) in any direction
• Any punctures which exceed 1 in (2,5 cm) in diameter
If a tire is damaged but within above noted criteria, tire must be inspected daily to ensure
damage has not propagated beyond allowable criteria.
C. Tire and Wheel Replacement
It is recommended that a replacement tire to be same size, ply, inflation medium and
brand as originally installed. Refer to appropriate parts manual for ordering information. If
not using an approved replacement tire, replacement tires must have the following
characteristics:
• Equal or greater ply/load rating and size of original
• Tire tread contact width equal or greater than original
• Wheel diameter, width and offset dimensions equal to the original
• Approved for application by tire manufacturer (including inflation pressure and
maximum tire load)
Due to size variations between tire brands, when selecting and installing a replacement
tire ensure both tires on the axle are the same.
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