OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL SWE18UF
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walk under the machine.
This lifting procedure applies to machine with
standard specifications.
To get the lifting methods information for the
machines equipped with other attachments or
optional devices, please contact SUNWARD or
our distributor.
Machine lifting procedure
(1) Swing upper-structure to one side of the drive sprocket, lift
the boom and retract arm and bucket complete, as shown in
right figure.
(2) Swing work attachment to the right side and retract swing
cylinder fully; Raise dozer blade with the operating control
joystick and the dozer cylinder is retracted completely, as
shown in right figure.
(3) Shut down the engine, take out the key and lock cab’s door
and windows;
(4) Use steel ropes and support rods with enough length and
twine the machine with protective material to avoid damage;
(5) Reeve the steel rope through four pedals on front, rear, left
and right, and then fasten firmly;
(6) Adjust steel rope to make the lifting angle is not over than
40°;
(7) Lift the machine slowly, and always keep the machine in
level position. If not level, the steel rope should be adjusted
again.
2.2 STORAGE
Note
To protect the hydraulic cylinder piston rod
while in storage, keep the work equipment in the
fig shown at right. (This prevents rust from
developing on the piston rod).
2.2.1 Before Storage
Clean and wash all surface and exposed parts.
Apply grease to all lubricating parts until fresh grease
spills out.
Change engine oil.
Apply grease to exposed parts on piston rod.
Top up fuel tank with fuel.