Operator's Manual

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Servicing the Brakes
Inspecting the Brakes
Brakes are a critical safety component of the vehicle. As
with all safety components, they should be closely
inspected at regular intervals to ensure optimum
performance and safety. The following inspections should
be done every 100 hours:
• Inspect the brake shoes for wear or damage. If the
lining (brake pad) thickness is less than 1/16 in.
(1.6 mm), the brake shoes should be replaced.
• Inspect the backing plate and other components for
signs of excessive wear or deformation. If any
deformation is found, the appropriate components must
be replaced.
• Check the brake fluid level; refer to Checking the Brake
Fluid Level, page 24.
Checking the Brake Fluid Level
The brake fluid reservoir is filled and shipped from the
factory with DOT 3 brake fluid. Check the level before the
engine is first started and every 8 hours or daily, thereafter.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, set the parking
brake, turn the ignition off, and remove the key.
2. Look at the side of the reservoir. The level should be
above the Minimum line (Fig. 24). If the fluid level is
low, clean the area around the cap, remove the cap, and
fill the reservoir to above the Minimum line. Do not
overfill.
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1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Minimum line
Inspecting the Tires
Check tire condition at least every 100 hours of operation.
Operating accidents, such as hitting curbs, can damage a
tire or rim and also disrupt wheel alignment, so inspect tire
condition after an accident.
Check the wheels to ensure that they are mounted securely.
Torque the front bolts to 135–165 ft.-lb. (183–224 kPa) and
the rear lug nuts to 45–65 ft.-lb. (61–88 kPa).
Adjusting the Front
Suspension
The ride height of each side of the vehicle can be adjusted
separately. The ride height should be 8-3/4 to 9-1/2 in.
(22.2–24.1 cm) with the following parameters:
• The tire pressure should be at 12 psi (83 kPa).
• The vehicle should be driven back and forth a few times
to relax the A-arms.
• Measure the ride height with the wheels facing straight
ahead and a 175–225 lb. (79–102 kg) operator in the
driver’s seat.
Note: The driver should drive up to the measurement
area and stay seated in the vehicle while the
measurement is being taken.