MAINTENANCE
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ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
*Or after severe weather or wash-down procedures.
**Due to the viscosity of the oil, it can take several hours for a true reading to occur at
the sight gauge. Overfilling of oil will result in oil leaking into the collector.
D - Daily W - Weekly M - Monthly SA - Semi-Annually
ITEM
DESCRIPTION INTERVAL
SURFACE
SKIMMER
Check for smooth action on scum beach and re-entry
into tank. Check for binding against scum baffle.
During winter months, when icicng becomes
prevalent, place skimmer in lock-out positon.
D
Hose off the skimmer assembly and inspect. Tighten
all loose connections, adjust for proper skimmer
assembly blade submergence (3"(76mm) below
maximum water surface or as indicated on the
General Arrangement Drawings.). The spring loaded
hinged guide should just contact the inner wall of
the scum beach.
SA
Replace any lost or worn parts such as neoprene
wiper, polywear block or springs, if necessary
SA
WORM GEAR
SUBASSEMBLY
Check oil level at sight gauge located on side of
worm gear housing.
W*
If low, check for leaking shaft seals at worm shaft
near sprockets or remove torque overload housing
cover and inspect inside for oil Replace seals as
required. Add oil to proper level.**
If high, check for evidence of condenstae (water) in
oil. Drain small amount of oil from housing and
inspect. If clear water is present, drain until oil is
draining. Refill to sight gauge wih proper grade of
oil.** Check for damaged gasket, air vent, loose or
missing cover bolts.
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