Operator's Manual

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If the vehicle will be run with medium to heavy loads most
of the time, set the toe-in on the high side of the
recommended amount. If it is going to be run with a light
load most of the time, set the toe-in on the low side of the
recommended amount.
1. Ensure that the front suspension is adjusted properly;
refer to Adjusting the Front Suspension, page 24.
Adjust if necessary.
2. Measure the distance between both of the front tires at
the axle height at both the front and rear of the front
tires (Fig. 27). A fixture or alignment gauge is needed
for the rear measurement of the front tires at axle
height. Use the same fixture or alignment gauge to
accurately measure the front of the front tires at axle
height (Fig. 27).
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5
5
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52 in.
(132 cm)
Figure 27
1. Tire center line—back
2. Tire center line—front
3. Axle center line
4. Fixture
5. Axle center line distance
6. 6 in. (15 cm) ruler
3. If the measurement does not fall within the specified
range (refer to the dimensions and parameters at the
beginning of this procedure), loosen the jam nuts at
both ends of the tie rods (Fig. 28).
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Figure 28
1. Jam nut 2. Tie rod
4. Rotate both tie rods to move the front of the tire inward
or outward.
5. Tighten the tie rod jam nuts when the adjustment is
correct.
6. Ensure that there is full travel of the steering wheel in
both directions.
Servicing the Drive Belt
Check condition and tension of drive belt after first day of
operation and every 200 operating hours thereafter.
1. Park the machine on a level surface, shift into Neutral,
set the parking brake, turn the ignition off, and remove
the key.
2. Raise bed and secure with prop rod.
3. Rotate and inspect belt for excessive wear or damage.
Replace as necessary.
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2
3
Figure 29
1. Drive belt
2. Primary clutch
3. Secondary clutch
Replacing the Drive Belt
1. Rotate and route the belt over the secondary clutch
(Fig. 29).
2. Remove the belt from the primary clutch (Fig. 29).
3. To replace the belt, reverse the procedure.
Maintaining the Primary Drive
Clutch
After every 400 operating hours or yearly, clean and
lubricate the clutch as follows:
1. Raise and latch the cargo box.
2. Stop the engine, remove the key, and set the parking
brake.