Bandit
25
MODEL 12X
MAINTENANCE
HYDRAULIC CONTROL VALVES
ELECTRICAL CONTROLS
AIR CLEANER & PRECLEANER
Inspect all hydraulic control valves and ensure
they operate smoothly and shift correctly.
Inspect all electrical controls and switches and
ensure they function properly.
Clean or replace element following engine
manual recommendations. Also, check and clean
the vacuator valve.
CHECK & OIL FEEDWHEEL SLIDE BOX
Check that the feedwheel slide box is working
smoothly and oil with 10W/30 type motor oil. Clean
and oil the slide guides. After pinning, chaining, and
blocking the top yoke in the up position, clean and
oil each side of the bottom yoke. New machines,
especially, need oiling to ensure correct operation
during break-in.
RADIATOR DEBRIS SCREEN
CHECK OIL COOLER
Thoroughly clean radiator fins at least once a day
or more in excessive conditions. Make sure debris
is not packed between fins. Use compressed air
and/or pressurized water (soap may also be needed)
to clean the radiator, depending on the level and type
of debris. If pressurized water is used, be careful not
to turn the debris hard and pack solid between the
radiator fins. Make sure to clean the radiator in the
correct direction depending on if the cooling fan is
a sucker or a pusher; do not propel the debris into
the radiator with compressed air or pressurized
water. A partially plugged radiator will not allow the
engine to cool properly. Keep the compressed air or
pressurized water a safe distance from the radiator
fins and parallel to the fins so they are not damaged.
Visually inspect the radiator fins and make sure
they are not bent or closed off, repair or replace as
needed. Clean cooling fan, shroud on air cooled
engines, and the debris screen (if so equipped).
Improper service, maintenance, or neglect will cause
overheating problems and/or engine failure. Refer to
the engine manufacturer’s manual.
Thoroughly clean cooler fins at least once a day
or more in excessive conditions. Make sure debris
is not packed between fins. Use compressed air or
pressurized water (soap may also be needed) to
clean the oil cooler, depending on the level and type
of debris. If pressurized water is used, be careful
not to turn the debris hard and pack solid between
the cooler fins. Make sure to clean the cooler in the
correct direction; do not propel the debris into the
cooler with compressed air or pressurized water a
safe distance from the cooler fins, so they are not
damaged. Visually inspect the cooler fins and make
sure they are not bent or closed off, repair or replace
as needed.
DAILY MAINTENANCE
GREASE FEEDWHEEL BEARINGS
Grease the feedwheel bearings with one shot of
an EP-2 Lithium type grease. You cannot over grease
these bearings. This type of bearing is designed with
a relief system that will not allow over greasing. You
cannot hurt the bearing seals by pumping in too
much grease. Most of the failures related to bearings
are diagnosed as “Contamination”. Contamination
is caused by improper lubrication. Wipe off excess
grease.
Excessive grease will attract dirt.
CHECK CLUTCH
TIRES
INSPECT AXLE DUST CAPS
REVIEW ALL SAFETY PROCEDURES ON
DECALS, FROM MANUAL, & FROM VIDEO
Check for proper lubrication, and engagement
tension adjustment, frequently adjust and lubricate
per PTO clutch manufacturer’s manual. Bandit
Industries, Inc. does not warranty clutch failures.
Check tires for wear, air pressure, weather
checking and damage. Replace if damaged. Fill each
tire to rated capacity on tire.
Inspect axle dust caps and replace if damaged or
leaking.
