Model TA50RT
Rev. 1 04/99
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
5
5 - 16
5.3.6 FOUR YEARLY ROUTINE SERVICING
Note:- The following recommendations are based on the advice of suppliers and the requirements of various
national safety regulations. They should be applied with discretion, depending on such factors as the amount
and type of use, environmental conditions, local safety regulations etc.
5.3.6.1. Flexible Hoses
Inspect all flexible hoses over their complete length. Renew any hoses showing looseness or corrosion at the
end fittings, cracking, blistering or excessive wear of outer protective covering.
5.3.6.2. Pivot Pins and Bearings
All pivot pins have been treated with Tuffrite and only require lubrication checks at 4-yearly intervals.
All pivot pin bearings are steel-backed, acetal co-polmer lined and only require lubrication checks at 4-yearly
intervals.
Note:- In tropical climates, pins and bearings may require more frequent lubrication.
The recommended lubricant for pivot pin bearings is MALACHITE LONGTERN 2 PLUS extreme pressure
grease or equivalent.
Note:- There are no grease nipples for Boom pin bearing lubrication. The pins must be removed and lubri-
cated by hand.
Cylinder pins are lubricated by greased nipples. These should be greased weekly or every
100 hrs.
5.3.6.3. Pin Replacement
To replace a pin, the following procedures should be adhered to.
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