Bandit 2290 - Page 47

Bandit
43Copyright 8/19
MODEL 2290
14. Check drive chain tension:
Check tension on all chain drives and tighten as
necessary. Chain tension is 1/4” (6 mm) per foot
(0.3 m) of center distance between the sprockets,
NOT to exceed a 1/2” (13 mm) of deection. The top
feedwheel chain tension is 1/2” (13 mm). Do not over
tighten, which may result in hydraulic motor failure.
15. Check the hydraulic pump and motor shafts:
Check the hydraulic pump and hydraulic motor shafts
for t and tightness.
16. Check hydraulic oil level:
The hydraulic oil reservoir tank level should always
remain at 7/8 full. Remember to check DAILY to avoid
excessive heat build up.
17. Check hydraulic shut-o󰀨 valves:
Check to ensure all shut-o󰀨 valves are open.
18. Check for any uid leaks:
Inspect for any oil, fuel, hydraulic oil, or engine
coolant leaks. Check all hoses, ttings, lines, and
tanks. DO NOT use ngers or skin to check for
hydraulic leaks. Repair or replace any damaged or
leaking components.
19. Check hydraulic control valves:
Inspect all hydraulic control valves and ensure they
operate smoothly and shift correctly.
20. Check the fuel level:
Check the fuel level, running out and repriming is
time consuming. Do not over ll, and you must leave
fuel expansion space in the top of the tank.
21. Check engine oil and coolant level:
Follow the engine manufacturer manual
recommendations for uid levels. You MUST follow
specic ENGINE MFG. manual recommendations
for radiator coolant, additives, lubrication, correct
engine speed, ETC.
22. Check DEF level on Tier 4 engines:
Check the Diesel Emissions Fluid (DEF) level on
Tier 4 engines. Fill to engine manufacturer’s manual
recommendations.
8. Check chipper drum to turn:
Very carefully, manually with a pry bar or wood
bar, turn the chipper drum a full revolution. This
is to ensure the anvil and knives have proper
clearance. If the chipper drum is jammed with
debris or frozen in place, DO NOT attempt to start
the engine and engage clutch until the chipper
disc/drum rotates freely.
9. Check the condition of the knives, anvil, and
attaching hardware:
Sharpen or replace the knives to keep them sharp.
Check the anvil and attaching hardware for the
knives and anvil. Replace if necessary.
Properly torque the knife mounting hardware:
All knife mounting hardware must be factory
approved. Knife mounting hardware must
be replaced after maximum of 4-5 knife
rotations/changes to ensure safe clamping ability.
Torque set, AT ALL TIMES to: See TORQUE CHART
on page 47.
10. Hood lock pin and padlock:
After closing chipper hood, reinsert the hood pin and
padlock, make sure pin is tight and secure. If worn
replace immediately. Don’t use a worn or makeshift
hood pin. Make sure the spring lock for the hood pin
is in the correct position on disc chippers. Make sure
the chipper hood engine disable switch is installed
correctly and that it is also operating properly.
11. Grease all feedwheel and conveyor bearings
daily:
Use an EP-2 Lithium type grease only for all
feedwheel and conveyor bearings. Grease bearings
with one shot of grease. This type of bearing are
designed with a relief system that will not allow
over greasing. In other words, you can not 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.
12. Check and 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.
13. Check / adjust the chipper drive belt tension:
Inspect belt condition and replace if needed. The
belts will need to be tightened several times in the
rst few days of operation. A loose belt will slip and
then glaze over. Once they slip you must replace
them. Check hydraulic pump drive belts also if
equipped. See page 66 - 67 for procedures.
DAILY START UP & MAINTENANCE (cont.)
MAINTENANCE