Vermeer McLaughlin V25, Operator And Maintenance Manual

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V25/VX30G/VSK25/VSK30G Vacuum Excavators Maintenance - 100 Service Hours or Monthly 80-5
T
IRES AND
R
IMS
- C
HECK
• Check tires and rims for damage.
• Check for loose or missing lug nuts.
• Check tires for correct pressure. Refer to Specifications, page 130-1 , for correct pressure based on
tire size.
• Check lug nuts for tightness. Refer to Specifications, page 130-1 , for correct lug nut torque based
on tire size.
• If the wheel has been removed, tighten lug nuts in the sequence shown. Re-torque after 50 and
100 miles. Check every 100 service hours thereafter.
WARNING: Tire explosion can result if the following procedures are not performed:
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Do not inflate tire above recommended pressure.
• Low tire pressure can result in internal tire damage. Inflate to recommended
pressure.
• Replace any tire with cuts or bubbles. Replace any damaged rims.
• Do not weld or heat wheel assembly. Heating will increase tire pressure.