Buhler 2180 User Manual

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SECTION 2 - OPERATION

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REAR WHEEL TRACK ADJUSTMENT

Adjustment of track spacing is achieved by sliding the

complete wheel assembly on the axle shaft and/or by

changing the rim and disc position.

To reposition the wheel on the axle shaft or to

completely remove the wheel, block the front wheels,

front and rear, jack up the rear of the tractor until both

rear wheels are off the ground. Support the rear of the

tractor with blocking or stands. Position wheels with

hole in the rim at the top.

Loosen the two center wedge bolts, 1, about 12 mm

(1/2″). Remove the four outer wedge bolts, 2.

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Clean the bolts and threaded holes in the wedges

before lubricating and installing the outer wedge

bolts at 1, for pushing the wedges. Tighten the outer

wedge bolts evenly until the wedges loosen on the

axle shaft. The wheel assembly will now be free to

slide in or out on the axle shaft.

IMPORTANT: Do not use a torque greater than 407

N·m (300 ft.-lbs.) on the pusher bolts. The use of

penetrating oil between the wedge and axle shaft will

be of benefit. If difficulty is experienced, place a shaft

protector over the end of the axle shaft and strike with

a hammer to “shock” the wedge free.

WARNING

Take suitable precautions, including the use of

safety glasses, against the possibility of flying

metal particles.

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