RiMO SiNUS iON, Руководство пользователя и по обслуживанию

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5.3.2 Checking steering system
WARNING
Risk of accident from defective steering system
Incorrect installation or fixture of the steering components or incorrect tracking can
result in accidents and serious injury.
a) Before starting the kart, test the steering function.
b) After an impact on the front axle/steering system, inspect all parts of the steering
system and test their functions. Also check the steering alignment/tracking.
– Ensure that all components of the steering system
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are in proper working order.
– Deformed or damaged parts (e.g. tie rods, steering knuckles) must be replaced with RiMO original parts
without delay.
– After an impact on the front axle/steering system, check all parts of the steering and tracking system for
damage. Also check the steering alignment/tracking.
– Check and tighten all screw connections. Steering play often indicates that there are loose screw connec-
tions.
If necessary, tighten the screw connections (see
Tightening torques [

129] and Maintenance of steering
system [

111] ).
– Test the steering movement along the entire steering range for stiffness.
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The steering system includes the following components:
steering wheel, steering wheel mount, steering column, top and bottom steering column bearings, tie rods,
steering knuckles, steering column struts and all screw connections of the components.
5.3.3 Checking pedals
WARNING
Risk of accident from defective pedals
Incorrect installation or fixture of the pedals can result in accidents and serious injury.
a) Before starting the kart, test the pedal functions.