Operation
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C2500CB-OM-EN-16
Note
Do not attempt to correct the wheel alignment by adjusting the front master
steering cylinder rod end before trying the procedure outlined below.
5.6
Front Wheel Alignment
Drive the truck in standard (0°) mode (i.e. forward or reverse) to an open area
where the ground is firm and level.
Stop and apply the park brake.
Check the alignment of the front wheels. Both front wheels should be aligned
parallel to each other and to the sides of the truck.
If the wheels are out of alignment, select sideward (90°) mode for
right
travel by
moving the direction control joystick to the
right
.
Wait for the wheels to finish repositioning.
Press the accelerator pedal to increase the engine speed and turn the steering
wheel anticlockwise to fully extend both front steering cylinders.
When the cylinders are fully extended continue to turn the steering wheel against
the resistance for 5-10 seconds (keep the engine speed up throughout).
Turn the steering wheel clockwise to fully retract both front steering cylinders.
When the cylinders are fully retracted continue to turn the steering wheel against
the resistance for 5-10 seconds (keep the engine speed up throughout).
Select standard mode for forward travel by moving the direction control joystick
forward.
Wait for the wheels to finish repositioning.
Release the park brake and drive the truck forward at least 1 metre.
Stop and apply the park brake.
Check the alignment of the front wheels.
Both front wheels should now be aligned parallel to each other and to the sides
of the truck.
Wheels At Standard (0°) Mode
Wheels At Sideward (90°) Mode
