Graco 571003, 571004 Caster Wheel Maintenance, Front Swivel Tire Alignment

Maintenance

Maintenance

Avoid touching engine and drum after use until they have completely cooled.

The following steps should be performed to maintain proper operation and sustain the life of the GrindLazer.

BEFORE OPERATION:

•Visually inspect the entire unit for damage or loose connections

•Check engine oil (see engine manual)

•Check drum bushings and cutters

•Check drum for uneven wear

•Check for proper tire pressure

DAILY:

•Insert and clean air filter element

•Clean dust and debris from exterior of unit (do NOT use pressure washer or other high pressure clean- ing equipment)

•Check engine oil level and fill as necessary

•Check and fill gas tank

•Remove air filter cover and clean element. Replace element if necessary. Replacement elements can be purchased from your local engine dealer.

AFTER THE FIRST 20 HOURS OF OPERATION:

•Drain engine oil and refill with clean oil. See engine manual for correct viscosity.

EVERY 40-50 HOURS OF OPERATION:

•Change engine oil (see engine manual)

•Grease wheel bearings

•Insert grease into the grease fittings on the drum mount and center hinge

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AS REQUIRED:

•Check drive belt and tension and tighten or replace as needed

For additional information about engine mainte- nance, see Honda (270 and 390 models) or Briggs and Stratton (480 models) engine manual.

Caster Wheel Maintenance

EVERY MONTH:

•Grease wheel bearing

•Check pin for wear. If pin is worn out there will be play in caster wheel. Reverse or replace pin as needed.

•Check caster wheel alignment as necessary. To align: loosen set screw, align wheel, and tighten screw.

Front Swivel Tire Alignment

1.Loosen cap screw.

2.Rotate front wheel fork left or right, as necessary, to straighten alignment.

3.Tighten cap screw. Push GrindLazer and let it roll with hands off of GrindLazer.

NOTE: If GrindLazer rolls right or left, repeat steps 1 and 3 until GrindLazer rolls straight.

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