SERVICE MANUAL & I.C.A. FOR THE 7000 AMPHIBIOUS FLOATS
Revision D Page 32 of 102 P/N 1004646 Doc. No. W7001-24-01
FIGURE
3-2:
NOSE
WHEEL
GREASING
3.2 NOSE GEAR BASIC SERVICING
Refer to Figure 3-2 for visual reference.
The nose gear pivot assembly should be cleaned
and inspected every 25 hours or more frequently
whenever in water for extended period of time,
especially saltwater. Tracks and blocks should
be cleaned and left dry or alternately cleaned
and wiped with a rag with dry silicone spray on
it.
The nose wheels contain grease nipples for
the wheel bearings. They should be greased
every 25 hours.
Nose tires are standard 5:00 x 5, 10-
ply, inflated to 60 +/- 5 psi. All tires
must be approved to TSO C62, type
III.
