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WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Position the axle (less the wheels) underneath the main frame between the two gangs. The
two arms of the axle should be facing forward with the main shaft at the rear. The axle lug
(transport lug), which later connects to the hydraulic ram, should be on the right side of the
machine when facing the direction of travel. This axle lug will line up with the opposing
transport lug on the main frame of the plough. Attached to the underside of the main frame are
locating mounts for the axle blocks. There are two pair of axle blocks (Pt 3376) provided, one
pair for each side of the axle. Lift the axle up so it is hanging just below the locating mounts.
CAUTION:
As the axle is fairly heavy it is advised that a lifting device is used (eg crane or
lifting jib) to position the axle. The axle must be sufficiently supported when attaching it
to the main frame to prevent it from falling on the person assembling the machine.
Place one of the axle blocks in each of the locating mounts and lift the axle up so as to hold
the block in position. Position the other two axle blocks underneath the axle and hold them in
place using the U-bolts (Pt 3375) provided.
Note: The axle blocks have a recessed semi-circular section, which should be positioned
facing the outside of the main frame (where the axle is welded to the arms).
The U-bolts should face downwards as they do in the gang set-up. Secure all four U-bolts
using the spring washers and nuts provided. Ensure the wheel blocks are still positioned in the
main frame locating mounts.
Fit the flotation tyres (Pt 3373) to the two hubs (PT 3365) and secure with wheel nuts (Pt 3374)
provided. For easy maintenance it is best to have the tyre valves facing outwards. Ensure the
tyres are inflated to the recommended pressure of 45-60PSI
PRESSURE SCREW BAR
Screw the main threaded rod into the main hollow bar and position the first set of nuts/washer
as shown on the right hand side of the diagram below. Place first spring along the shaft and
from the rear of the machine, slide the entire bar (threaded rod end) through the hexagon
knuckle on the vertical mast of the draw bar. The pressure screw bar should then be
connected to the wheelkit axle using in the pin/clip provided. It is suggested that the slotted
hole position be used to begin with. Slide on the second spring and screw on the last set of
nuts/washer. The spring tension should be set up so that the machine is kept stable during
cultivation. For initial set-up refer to the measurements below.
40mm
thread
140mm
thread
1060mm from end of thread
to last half nut
½ Nut
Full Nut
Flat
washer
½ Nut
