
Assembly
To install wheel assembly, you will need:
Socket wrench with 10 mm socket*
Needlenose Pliers*
Wheel Axle (1)
16 mm
13 mm flange serrated nuts (4)
Axle Bracket† (1)
Wheels (2)
9/16" Washers (4)
Cotter Pins (2)
*Not included.
†Two brackets are needed to install wheel axle. One bracket comes already attached to wheel axle; other bracket is included in wheel kit hardware bag.
1.Install wheel axle brackets to frame using 16 mm full- thread hex bolts and 13 mm flange serrated nuts.
1A. Install
1B. Install other bracket (included in hardware bag) to frame.
FIGURE 6: Wheel Axle Attached to Generator
On each end of axle:
2.Slide 9/16" washer onto axle.
3.Slide and push wheel onto axle until it fits snug against washer.
FIGURE 7: Slide Wheel onto Wheel Axle
4.Slide second 9/16" washer onto axle.
5.Slide cotter pin into
6.Using needlenose pliers, bend each end of cotter pin in opposing directions to secure wheel to axle.
FIGURE 8: Cotter Pin Installation
7.Return generator in upright position (so that wheels and leg supports are touching ground).
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