Inflation Pressures

For optimum tire performance, proper inflation pressures for the loads being carried must be maintained. The proper inflation pressure can be found in the load and inflation tables of this book.

Air pressure of all tires should be checked and corrected weekly with an accurate inflation pressure gauge. Since air expands when heated, tire pressures will increase due to the normal build-up of heat during operation. For this reason, tire pressures should be checked while cold. Do not bleed air from tires while hot. This will result in an underinflated condition.

Underinflated tires build up excessive heat due to overdeflection and may result in tire deterioration. Operating on an improperly inflated tire will cause severe tire damage.

Do not exceed the maximum load and inflation capacity without consulting a technical representative.