4. MAINTENANCE 4.6 Quick-Tach, Operation & Linkage: Ensure the quick-tach linkage operates smoothly without binding and engage completely. 7 General 7. 1 Tire Pressure: Check tire pressure and if necessary inflate to the following pressures: 12.00 x 16.5 . . . . . . . 40 - 45 PSI (207 - 241 kPa) 4.7 Seat Belt: Check seat belt condition. If necessary replace. 5 Electrical 5.1 Battery (s): Maintenance Free. 7. 2 Wheel Nut Torque: Check and torque wheel nuts to 100 - 110 ft. lbs. (136 - 149 Nm). 5.2 Battery Terminals: Check battery terminals for corrosion. If necessary, clean. 7.3 Track Torques: Check and torque track nuts to 100 - 110 ft. lbs. (136 - 149 Nm). 5.3 Starter Operation:
Engage and disengage the starter a few 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. 7.4 Condition of Cab: Inspect both the seat and seat belt. Ensure all safety and instruction decals are in place. Inspect sound insulation, side windows and door operation for machines equipped with cab enclosure kits. Inspect for structural damage and alterations to R.O.P.S. 5.4 Operation of Electrical Equipment:
Make a complete check of all electrical equipment, gauges, warning devices, pre- heater indicator, work lights, seat and seat belt switch, seat bar switch and all optional equipment to ensure they are operating correctly. 7. 5 Condition of Shields and Safety Equipment: Inspect and ensure all shields are in place and securely fastened. Inspect and ensure all safety equipment is working properly. Ensure owners and operators manual, safety manual and all safety and instruction decals are in place. If necessary, replace. If the safety controls are malfunctioning or require adjustment consult an authorized equipment dealer for service.
6 Lubrication (Wheel Loader) There are sixteen (16) grease fittings located on the wheel loader that require lubrication every eight hours. Lubricate with a good quality multi-purpose lithium based grease. Apply grease until excess shows. Refer to the service schedule for complete service details. (See Fig. 4.3E). The sixteen (16) lubrication points are: Rear Lift Arm Pivots (2) Lift Cylinder Bushings (4) Bucket Cylinder Bushings (4) Lift Arm Supports (2) Quick Tach Pivot and Lock Pins (4) 7. 6 General Condition: Make a general inspection of the machine looking for loose or missing parts, oil leaks, etc. 4.
5 150 HOUR SERVICE CHECK The following service check is to be performed by your dealer after the first 150 hours of operation. Lubrication (Track Loader) There are twenty two (22) grease fittings located on the track loader that require lubrication every eight hours. Lubricate with a good quality multi-purpose lithium based grease. Apply grease until excess shows. Refer to the service schedule for complete service details. (See Fig. 4.3F). The twenty two (22) lubrication points are: 1. It is recommended that the 50 hour check (see Section 4.4) be repeated at 150 hours. For Track Loaders: 1. Inspect track for damage or uneven wear. 2.
Remove debris, rocks, roots, and any imbedded items from the track system. Rear Lift Arm Pivots (2) Lift Cylinder Bushings (4) Bucket Cylinder Bushings (4) Lift Arm Supports (2) Quick Tach Pivot and Lock Pins (4) Tandem Pivots (2) Support Arm Bearings (4) 3. Grease tandem pivot and support arm bearings. 4. Check bolt torque. 5. Inspect scrapers. Replace if damaged.(Fig. 4.5A). 6. Inspect rub guard. 45