Esco Hot Wheel heat indicator

Jan 25, 2012

Updated Aug 17, 2012

The Hot Wheel heat indicator label attaches to a wheel or rim with self-adhesives and alerts drivers to possible failure of wheel end, bearing and brakes during walk-around inspections. When the wheel temperature reaches 250 degrees Fahrenheit, the temperature-sensitive white arrow changes and remains bright orange to warn of overheating. After a wheel problem has been corrected, a new decal must be installed.

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