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___ _ROUTINE MAINTENANCE_________________
WARNING! Lower the attachment to rest on the skid shoes, shut down the engine, relieve
the hydraulic pressure to the attachment, wait for all motion to stop, and set park brake
before leaving the operator’s seat to perform service of any kind.
It is the operator’s responsibility to make daily inspections of the attachment and loader for damage, loose
bolts, fluid leaks, or anything else that could cause a potential service or safety problem. Preventive
maintenance is the easiest and least expensive type of maintenance.
IMPORTANT:
Bolts and set screws can loosen after initial usage. After first hour of operation check all bolts
and set screws. This must also be done daily before operation. If nuts or bolts are missing or damaged,
replace immediately.
IMPORTANT:
Fluids such as engine oil, gear lube, and hydraulic fluid must be disposed of in an
environmentally safe manner. Some regulations require that certain spills and leaks be cleaned in a specific
manner. Check local, state, and federal regulations for the correct disposal.
DAILY INSPECTION
Follow the mulching mower service schedule for routine maintenance.
Check the following items every
4 hours
of operation:
1.
Check teeth for cracks or excessive damage. Replace if necessary.
2.
Check entire attachment for weld cracks or excessive damage. Replace if necessary.
3.
Check teeth mounting hardware for proper torque of 350ft.-lbs. (475Nm).
4.
Check all hardware. Retighten if necessary.
5.
Check shields. Repair if damaged or replace if necessary.
6.
Check for damaged or missing decals. Replace if damaged or missing.
7.
Check for damaged or leaking hydraulic hoses or fittings. Replace or tighten.
8.
Clean debris, leaves, grass, and flammable material from main frame area and under covers.
Check the oil level in the bearing carrier every
100 hours
of operation. To check the oil, remove the motor
shield. Remove one of the large plugs on the top of the bearing housing cover. Use a long slender device,
like a screwdriver, to check that the oil is about ½” from the bottom of the plug hole. Reinstall the motor
cover when complete.
Change the oil after the first
100 hours
of operation. Change the oil
annually
or every
1000 hours
of
operation thereafter, whichever comes first. To change the oil, lift the rear cover and put a container under
the end of the oil drain hose. Tilt the front end of the mulcher up as far as possible to aid in the draining of
the oil.
To avoid injury or death, support the
front end of the mulcher with blocks or jack stands
after tilting it back.
Remove the plug in the end of the drain hose to start the
oil draining. A small percentage of the oil will remain in
the case when the flow stops. Replace the drain hose
plug. Lower the mulcher to a level orientation and refill
with new oil until the oil level is about ½” below the bottom
of the fill hole. The oil type is 80w-90 and the capacity is
about 110 oz. (3.4 qt.) if completely empty.
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