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5. MAINTENANCE / SPARE PARTS
5.1. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
All kinds of maintenance work are subdivided into two groups: operating
(preventive) and compulsory (scheduled).
The need for operating maintenance is determined based on the results of
checking.
General
• Maintenance works must be carried out regularly to ensure safe and
malfunction-free operations.
• Maintenance works does not require any special tools. The user can
perform most of the operations.
• Use correct tools.
• Attempt to localize the defects as clearly as possible; you should have to
avoid opening the system unnecessarily.
• Keep disassembled parts and repair area protected from dirt.
• Keep spare parts in their packages until needed for installation.
• Valve adjustments and repairs are recommended to be handled by service
personnel.
Daily inspections:
• Examine visually the loader. Note defects and failures that might affect
safety. Repair possible defects and failures. Look carefully at the position
of the Towing eyelet.
• Check so there is no leakages on hydraulic system, or damaged hoses.
• Work through every function to its extreme position.
• Check the oil level.
Weekly maintenance:
• Clean the trailer regularly with sponge and soap.
• When cleaning never use hot water under high pressure, it will remove the
grease from bearings.
• Check the operation of the device.
• Check hydraulic pressure.
• Check the brake condition.
• Control wheel nut tightness. When tightening the locking force must be
40-45 kpm.
• Check the lights, reflectors and bulbs.
Monthly maintenance:
• Check the air pressure in tires.