Nilfisk-Advance America RS 501 Manuel D’Utilisation
SERVICE MANUAL
ENGLISH
RS 501
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STEERING SYSTEM
REAR AXLE TOE-IN ADJUSTMENT
Drive the machine on a solid and level ground and keep the rear wheels (A) in a straightforward position, then engage the
parking brake with the lever (66).
Turn the ignition key (76) to OFF position and remove it.
Prepare two metal plates (B) to be used as reference lines. The plates must be a little longer than the wheel diameter.
Place the plates (B) on the external surface of the wheels (A), at the centre of the wheels and parallel to the ground, as shown
in the fi gure.
Do not place the plates (B) where the tire surface is irregular.
Keeping the plates (B) in the above-mentioned position, check that the distances (E) and (F), measured on the front and on
the back of the wheels (A), are the same. A maximum difference of 4 mm between the two distances is admitted. If necessary,
adjust the distances by loosening the nuts (D) and turning the tie rods (C). Then tighten the nuts (D).
parking brake with the lever (66).
Turn the ignition key (76) to OFF position and remove it.
Prepare two metal plates (B) to be used as reference lines. The plates must be a little longer than the wheel diameter.
Place the plates (B) on the external surface of the wheels (A), at the centre of the wheels and parallel to the ground, as shown
in the fi gure.
Do not place the plates (B) where the tire surface is irregular.
Keeping the plates (B) in the above-mentioned position, check that the distances (E) and (F), measured on the front and on
the back of the wheels (A), are the same. A maximum difference of 4 mm between the two distances is admitted. If necessary,
adjust the distances by loosening the nuts (D) and turning the tie rods (C). Then tighten the nuts (D).
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F
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