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4 MAINTENANCE
3.
Final Drive
3. 1 Oil Level:
Check lubricating oil level. If necessary add 10W30
API classification SE/CD oil.
3. 2 Torque Motor Mounting Bolts:
Mounting nuts 85 - 90 ft. lbs (115 - 122 Nm)
Jam nuts 40 - 60 ft. lbs. (54 - 81 Nm)
3.3 Axle Bearing End Play:
Axle bearings are preloaded and must have no end
play. Inspect and adjust if necessary
4.
Controls
4. 1 Control Levers, Operation and Linkage:
Check that the steering levers operate freely without
binding, they return to neutral when released and the
machine travels in a straight line with both levers in
forward position. Ensure levers lock with seat bar up.
Lubricate linkage with silicone based lubricant.
4. 2 Foot Pedals, Operation and Linkage:
Check that the foot pedals operate freely without
binding.
4. 3 Engine Throttle Control:
Check that the throttle control operates freely without
binding or slackening off due to vibration.
4. 4 Parking Brake:
Check that the parking brake engages and completely
disengages. Park brake automatically engages with
seat bar up.
4. 5 BoomSupports:
Check that the boom locks operate without binding.
NOTE:
Ensure the boom supports are fully retracted before
raising or lowering the boom.
4. 6 Quick - Tach, Operation & Linkage:
Ensure the quick - tach linkage operates smoothly
without binding.
4. 7 Seat Bar:
Check that the seat bar operates freely, without
binding. Lubricate linkage with silicone based
lubricant.
4. 8 Seat Belt:
Check seat belt condition. If necessary replace.
For your safety, this machine is equipped with
electrically activated safety devices through the seat
and seat belt. Consult your repair manual for repairs.
5.
Electrical
5. 1 Battery Electrolyte Level:
Check electrolyte level. If necessary add distilled
water.
5. 2 Battery Terminals:
Check battery terminals for corrosion. If necessary,
clean.
5. 3 Operation of Starter:
Engage and disengage the starter several times to
ensure it’s working properly. To prevent starter damage
do not engage for more than 15 seconds. Allow 1
minute between starting attempts for cooling the starter.
5. 4 Operation of Electrical Equipment:
Make a complete check of all electrical equipment,
gauges, warning devices, pre - heat indicator, seat
switch and belt to ensure they are operating correctly.
6.
Grease/Lubrication
Lubricate the following points with a good quality
grease. Numbers marked ( ) indicate the number
fittings at each location.
Rear Boom Pivots (2)
Boom Cylinder Bushings (4)
Bucket Cylinder Bushings (4)
Engine Universal Joint (2)
Quick-Tach Pivot (2)
7.
General
7. 1 Tire Pressure:
Check tire pressure and if necessary inflate to the
following pressures:
Standard Tires 5.90 x 15 . . . 50 PSI (345 kPa)
Flotation Tires 8.5 x 15 . . . 40 - 45 PSI (276- 310 kPa)
7. 2 Wheel Bolt Torque:
Check and torque wheel bolts to 80 - 90 ft. lbs. (108 -
122 Nm).
Keep the rear door
closed except for
servicing. Make sure the
door is closed and
latched before operating
the loader.
IMPORTANT
To avoid personal injury,
lower the boom arms, shut
off the engine, raise the
seat bar and cycle the
hydraulics to ensure they
are locked. Then, unlatch
the seat belt and exit the
loader. Do not enter or exit
with the engine running
unless as specified in this
manual or under specific
service and backhoe
operating procedures.
WARNING