Every 10 operating hours, or
daily
Check for leaks
Check for oil leaks around joints and
seals.
Every 50 operating hours, or
weekly
Tighten securing nuts
Tighten axle arm/main case joint securing
nuts and half shaft nuts.
Axle oil level
Do not check the oil level until the
machine has stood for 2 minutes.
Clean the area surrounding level plug (E)
before removing it.
The oil is correct when level with the
bottom of the level plug hole.
If the level is low, top-up with clean oil of
the correct grade through the filler (D).
Replace plugs.
For the correct type and grade of oil, see
“Specifications”.
Every 1000 operating hours
Axle oil change
Change the lubrication oil in the front axle
as follows:
Clean the area surrounding the filler (D),
level (E) and drain (F) plugs.
Place a suitable container beneath the
drain plug.
CAUTION: Before removing the plugs be
sure to stand to one side to avoid the oil
that will spill from the drain hole.
Remove drain plug (F) and drain oil from
the casing. Replace drain plug.
Refill at the filler plug (D) with clean oil of
the correct grade.
The level is correct when oil reaches the
bottom of the level plug hole (E).
Replace all plugs.
For the correct type and grade of oil, see
“Specifications”.
SERVICE 3.23
AXLES