Operations Manual United Kingdom 1-October-2013
TA9 & 10 Tier 4 Page 9 - 1
Maintenance 9
9 Maintenance and Lubrication
9.1 General Information
This section lists the daily checks and tasks that are within the scope of the operator and are
needed to keep the machine in optimum condition. A service schedule is included at the back of
this chapter to enable owners/operators to organise regular maintenance. For detailed servicing
or maintenance procedures refer to the maintenance manual for this machine available from
Terex or consult your dealer.
Regular maintenance and lubrication will prolong the life of the machine and keep it in a safe
working condition.
Refer to the Safety section of this manual and understand its contents before performing any
maintenance tasks on this machine.
Contaminated water, fluids and oils removed from the machine must be disposed of legally.
9.2 Maintenance Notes
Before carrying out any service or maintenance work make sure that the following precautions
have been taken.
• Park the machine on firm level ground.
• Stop engine and chock the wheels.
• Remove Start key to prevent accidental start up.
• Place a warning tag on the machine informing others not to use the machine.
• Only jack or raise the dumper using the correct equipment.
• Make sure jacks, axle stands etc. are capable of supporting the weight of the machine.
• Always fit and lock in position a skip support before working under a raised skip.
• Always fit the articulation lock when working in the area of the centre pivot.
• Refer to and adhere to the Lubricating and Service Schedules detailed in this manual.
• When checking fluid levels the machine must be on a firm, level surface, in a well ventilated
position away from naked flames, grinding sparks etc.
• Make sure the work area is clean and tidy before starting and on completion of any
maintenance.
• Make sure strict cleanliness is observed especially when dealing with hydraulic systems.
• Isolate electrical system by using the isolator switch or by disconnecting the battery.
• Make sure all guards and covers removed during maintenance are replaced before the
machine is put back into work.
• OIL - Refer to Safety Section BEFORE handling oil and other lubricants and observe and
adhere to all the warnings and precautions listed. Avoid skin contact with used oils and
lubricants.
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