Operator`s manual

Traction Tire Replacement Instructions
1. Remove the side rods from the wheels in order to slip the new tire over the
grooved drive wheel. Make sure to note the position of all rods before removing.
2. Make sure the old tire has been completely removed from the groove in the drive
wheel, using a razor blade or small flathead screwdriver to pry away any remains.
3. Slip the new tire onto the wheel. You may find it useful to use two small
flathead screwdrivers to stretch the tire over the wheel.
4. If you twist the tire while stretching it over the wheel, you will need to remove
and reinstall the tire. Otherwise your engine will wobble while operating.
5. Make sure the tire is fully seated inside the groove. Use a razor blade to trim
away any excess tire that
doesn’t seat itself inside the groove properly.
6. Reinstall the side rods in the same positions as noted. Failure to align rods
may cause binding or damage to the drive system.
One set of replacement tires is packaged with your model. Additional sets
are available directly from the M.T.H. Parts Department (order online:
www.mth-railking.com, e-mail: [e-mail]; mail: 7020 Columbia
Gateway Drive, Columbia MD 21046-1532, FAX: [phone]).
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