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MAINTENANCE
Turn engine OFF and disconnect battery before servicing
equipment. Allow all moving parts to stop. To prevent
accidental starting, disconnect battery cables. Tag the engine operating area
to show that the machine is being serviced. Use lockout/tagout procedure
(OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147). Failure to comply could result in minor personal
injury, product damage, or property damage.
Lead-acid batteries contain sulfuric acid, which will
damage eyes or skin on contact. Always wear a face
shield to avoid getting acid in the eyes. If acid contacts the eyes, flush
immediately with clean water and get medical attention. Wear rubber gloves
and protective clothing to keep acid off skin. Lead-acid batteries produce
flammable and explosive gasses. Keep arcs, sparks, flames, and lighted tobacco away.
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
WEEKLY - AFTER EVERY 50 HOURS OF OPERATION
1. Lubricate the bearings on the floor, the blower, and on each end of the feed roll shaft.
Wipe each bearing lube point before lubricating to remove dirt and prevent overheating.
2. Blow out radiator fins with dry compressed air. Do not use a pressure washer, as this will
damage the fragile radiator fins.
3. Remove and clean or replace air cleaner elements on the engine and rotary blower. To
clean elements, use clean compressed air.
4. Check the oil level in the rotary air valve gearbox. Add or replace if necessary.
5. Check the gear case on the blower (see Lubrication Chart information).
6. Check the tension on the floor conveyor chain. Adjust so the chain slats clear the bottom
pans on the return side by 1/2 in. (13 mm), by turning the jackscrews on each end of the
idler shaft. Adjust evenly, making sure the shaft does not shift sideways.
7. Check rotary air valve knife (or knives) for wear, chips, and clearance.
Knives have very sharp edges that can cause serious injury. Handle
with care. Failure to comply WILL result in severe personal injury or
death.
To change the knife (or knives), use the following instructions:
A) Remove the five bolts that hold the knives and transition doors to the rotary air valve knife
shelves.
B) Remove the transition doors and knives.
C) Clean all dirt and debris from shelves.
D) Back out the two center jacking screws on each shelf.
E) Compare the replacement knife to the removed knife. If the new knife is wider, back the
two outside jacking screws out by at least that amount. Count the turns and back both
screws out evenly.
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