Beall - Operations Manual - Pneumatic Tank Trailers

57 AXLES

Any axle found with cracks should not be repaired, but replaced immediately. Repair welding can be detrimental to

An axle shaft weakened by welding could fail and cause an accident, which could result in serious injury or death.

Never bend the axle, by any means, in order to correct any alignment condition. This could weaken the axle and cause axle failure which could result in serious injury or death.

AXLE TROUBLESHOOTING

POSSIBLE SOURCES OR CAUSES

PROBLEM Water Contaminated/ Milky Oil

Severe off-road conditions/operation.

Check for low lube level, high heat caused from improperly adjusted bearings, high heat cause from improperly adjusted brakes.

Bulged/Melted Windows

Leaking Gaskets

gasket, reuse of gasket.

Leakage from Red Fill Plug

condition, and check the vent hole to make certain it is not plugged. High heat and resulting pressure may also contribute to leakage.

Improperly adjusted bearings or wheel end problems.

Wheel Seal Leak

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