Half/Pack
®
Issued April 2018
Maintenance and Adjustment
Copyright 2018, Heil Environmental
Printed in the U.S.A.
Maintenance and Adjustment
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COLD WEATHER WARM-UP PROCEDURE
When ambient air temperature is cold (below 0 degrees F), it is necessary to warm up the unit’s hydraulic oil before you
start your daily route operation or to check the oil level. The hydraulic oil is sufficiently warmed when the temperature is
between 120° and 160°F.
WARNING
Moving parts on the unit are dangerous. Serious injury or death can occur if a person is struck by the equipment. Clear all
people from the area before you operate the unit
Follow the steps below to warm up the hydraulic oil.
1. START the TRUCK and let the engine idle.
2. APPLY the PARKING BRAKE and make sure it holds.
3. ENGAGE the HYDRAULIC PUMP for approximately five minutes.
4. MAKE SURE the AREA IS CLEAR of all unnecessary people BEFORE you operate the controls.
5. OPERATE the PACKER EXTEND and PACKER RETRACT functions through ten (10) cycles while the engine idles.
See the Operator’s Manual for operation instructions.
6. Make sure the oil temperature on the site gauge is between 120° and 160°F. If not, repeat step 5.
7. Check for fluid leaks. Repair if necessary.
8. The unit is now ready to go on route.
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