Ransomes MT503, Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual/Parts List

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8 MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
8.17 WHEEL MOUNTING PROCEDURE ______________________________________
Remove dirt, grease and oil from the stud threads. Do not lubricate threads.
Put the wheel on the hub. Inspect the wheel to make sure of full contact
between surface of wheel and hub.
Tighten all hardware with your fingers, then torque hardware in the order
shown. When possible, tighten nuts in the top position.
Check and torque hardware each day until the following torque is kept:
Front - 102-122 Nm (76-90 lbf-ft).
Rear - 65-85 Nm (48-62 lbf-ft).
8.18 REAR HUB NUT LOCK / APPLICATION AND INSPECTION ________________
The Hub Nut Lock is a quick visual indicator to the security of
the Hub Nut. Due to its design and colouring the Hub Nut Lock
is easily visible from a distance even when the tractor unit is in
use or is parked.
Daily:
Visual checks must be conducted to check that the Wheel Nut
Locks are in place. If missing replacement components must
be sourced before using the equipment.
T
he Hub Nut (B) should be tightened to 400 Nm (295 lbf-ft). If
necessary, over torque the Wheel Nut to allow the Hub Nut
lock
(C) to be fitted. Never under torque.
WARNING
Make sure the mower is parked on a solid and level surface. Never work on a mower that is supported only
by the Jack. Always use Axle Stands.
If only the front or rear of the mower is lifted, put the chocks in front of and behind the wheels that
are not lifted.
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B
D
C
A Wheel Rim
B Hub Nut
C Hub Nut Lock
D Hub Nut Lock Screw
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