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6.0 MAINTENANCE
IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT ALL PERSONS USING, OPERATING OR
MAINTAINING THIS WINCH BE FULLY TRAINED AND COMPETENT TO DO
SO, AND HAVE READ THE ENTIRE OPERATING MANUAL.
CBS PRODUCTS LTD CANNOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR MIS-USE OF
THIS EQUIPMENT.
It is recommended that this winch is serviced every 12 months, regardless of its condition or the
number of operating hours used. This will help to ensure reliable, trouble free service.
a)
PRE-WINCHING MAINTENANCE CHECK
This should be carried out each day prior to the start of winching.
Check hydraulic oil level. Oil should be visible within the black lines marked on the
oil level sight gauge. Replenish if necessary with the following hydraulic oil
–
Summer (ambient temperature above +10°C) Hydraulic oil shell Tellus 32 or
equivalent. (For very hot climate Hydraulic oil shell Tellus 68 or equivalent)
Winter (ambient temperature -20°C to +20°C)
Hydraulic oil shell Tellus T15 or equivalent.
For further information refer to specification Section 4
Check the engine oil level as indicated in the engine manufacturers manual
supplied with the engine. Replenish if necessary with the correct grade of engine
oil.
Check the condition of the hydraulic hoses, replace if damaged, check the
hydraulic oil system for leaks, rectify before proceeding.
Check that all screw fasteners are tight.
Check that sufficient engine fuel is available for the days winching operations.
Clean the bullwheel grooves, removing as much oil, grease, dirt and debris as
possible.
Check that the oil cooler is free from dirt and debris, clean if necessary.
b)
MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
This should be carried out at intervals not exceeding 12 weeks. These
intervals will depend upon the degree of use of the winch.
Carry out all the pre-winching checks as detailed above.
Apply a general purpose, medium grade grease to the towing hitch grease nipples
(if applicable) and also to the towing ball up if fitted.
