Bin Trailer
T. G. Schmeiser Co., Inc.
Ph. (559) 268-8128
Fax (559) 268-3279
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Tires Safety
WARNING
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Always install replacement tires and wheels with
appropriate capacity to meet or exceed the
weight of the unit .
Keep wheel lug nuts or bolts tightened.
Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles,
damaged rims, or missing lug bolts or nuts .
Always maintain the correct tire pressure . Do
not inflate the tires above the recommended
pressure .
Flying Objects Hazard
Inflating or servicing tires can be dangerous.
Whenever possible, trained personnel should be called
to service and/or mount tires .
When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and extension
hose . Always stand to the side of the tire when inflating,
and NOT in front of or over the tire assembly . Make sure
the tires are inflated evenly.
Explosive Hazard
Never weld or heat a wheel and tire assembly .
The heat can cause an increase in air pressure, resulting
in a tire explosion . Welding can structurally weaken or
deform the wheel .
Explosive Separation Hazard
Do not attempt to mount a tire onto a wheel
unless you have the proper equipment and experience
to do the job . Failure to follow proper procedures when
mounting a tire on a wheel can produce an explosive
separation, which may result in serious injury or death .
It is extremely important to apply and maintain proper
torque on all bolts. Use a torque wrench to assure the
proper amount of torque is being applied to the fastener.
Start all bolts or nuts by hand to prevent cross threading.
Torque figures indicated in the chart are used for non-
greased or non-oiled threads unless otherwise specified.
Bolt Torque Requirements
WARNING
N·m
ft .lbs .
N·m
ft .lbs .
1/4"
12
9
17
12
5/16"
25
19
36
27
3/8"
45
33
63
45
7/16"
72
53
100
75
1/2"
110
80
155
115
9/16"
155
115
220
165
5/8"
215
158
305
220
3/4"
390
290
540
398
7/8"
570
420
880
650
1"
850
630
1320
970
Bolt
Diameter
Bolt Torque Specifications
3 Radial Lines
Grade 8
6 Radial Lines
Grade 5
Equipment Failure
The torque value for bolts and cap screws are
identified by their head markings. Replacing
higher “Grade” bolts (Grade 5) with lower Grade
bolts will lead to equipment failure and can result in
injury or death . Always use replacement bolts with
the same Grade markings as the removed bolt .
OEM
Lug Torque
(lb. ft .)
7.6 x 15
8 Ply
1/2”
80
8 x 8
6 Ply
1/2” 75-85
Tire Size
Ply Rating
Lug Size
Tire and Lug Torque Specifications
OEM
Before performing any type of welding repair to
the implement, contact T.G. Schmeiser Co., Inc.
for approval. Repair welding must be done with care and
with procedures that may be beyond the capabilities of
the ordinary welder.
Welding Repairs
Therefore, do not grease or oil bolts or cap screws
unless otherwise specified in this manual. When using
locking elements, increase torque values by 5%.
The chart gives correct torque values for various
bolts and cap screws. Tighten all bolts to the torques
specified in the chart unless otherwise noted. Check
tightness of bolts periodically, using the bolt torque chart
as a guide. Always replace hardware with the same
Grade bolt.
