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STEINER
450
MAINTENANCE
FRAME
1. Check for loose or missing fasteners after first 10
hours. - Every 100 hours thereafter.
- Torque transaxle mount bolts 60 - 90 ft. lbs.
- Torque all standard hardware bolts to standard
grade 5 spec.
- Steering cylinder mount bolts,torque to 96 ft. lbs.
- Center link bolts, torque to 96 ft. lbs. Tighten 1”
center bolt to 350 ft. lbs
- Torque ROPS bolts to 80 ft. lbs. Do not cut, weld,
drill or modify roll bar in any way. Replace if roll
bar becomes bent or damaged.
2. Do not remove guards, shields or lock straps.
- Repair or replace any broken parts.
- Keep frame parts clean, it makes it easier to find
loose or broken parts.
- Wash after each use around fertilizer, manure,
etc., to prevent corrosion.
3. Keep parking brake adjusted properly.
- Ensure that brake holds unit from creeping. See
parking brake adjustment section page 36.
WHEELS AND TIRES
- Use only factory recommended wheels and tires.
- 8 - 15 PSI. Tire pressure can be increased to a
maximum of 15 psi with heavy attachments to
reduce tire "bulge .
- Never use different sizes in any combination.
- Maintain proper air pressure.
- Do not load tires with ballast or use wheel
weights.
- Tire sealer may be used.
- Be sure dual wheels are installed correctly and
the tire pressures are correct.
- Duals must be checked for tightness every
day until they are seated in. Torque center
bolt to 80 ft. lbs.
- Avoid close operating conditions with duals
installed.
- Check lug nuts for torque.... 65 ft. lbs.
- Seal beads with Permatex Liquid Sealer.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Do not bypass or eliminate safety devices.
- Keep all electrical connections clean and dry.
- Do not add extra electrical equipment.
- If wire replacement is necessary, replace with the
same gauge and color code.
- Make certain there is a ground strap between
engine and frame.
- Follow recommended jump starting procedures.
- Use only factory recommended size batteries.
- Make a periodic visual inspection of all wiring to
ensure it is not damaged.
- Maintain battery by keeping terminals and top
of battery clean.
PTO AND BELTS
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO INSTALL BELTS OR
MAKE BELT ADJUSTMENTS WITH THE
ENGINE RUNNING.
It is necessary to check the PTO belt adjustment:
- Every time attachments are changed.
- If the PTO drive belt slips or does not release
properly.
BELT DRIVE
- Steiner belts are recommended. Steiner
specification belts are Aramid fiber reinforced to
take back bend and retain a consistent Length to
keep belt to pulley geometry consistent.
- Check for excessive play in the single idler pulley
pivot. Replace bearings if necessary.
FRONT LIFT CYLINDER
- Torque Front Lift Cylinder bolt to 70-90 ft. lbs.
FRONT LIFT ARM
- Torque Front Lift Arm bolts to 70-90 ft. lbs.
