Multiquip EHTX44Y5 Oil And Fuel Lines, Checking The V-Belt, Battery/Charging System

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mAINTENANCE

Oil And Fuel Lines

1.Check the oil and fuel lines and connections regularly for leaks or damage. Repair or replace as necessary.

2.Replace the oil and fuel lines every two years to maintain the line's performance and flexibility.

Checking The V-Belt

The V-belt (Figure 27) needs to be replaced as soon as it starts to show signs of wear. NEVER use a defective V-belt under any circumstances. Indications of excessive belt wear are fraying, squealing when in use, a belt that emits smoke or a burning rubber smell when in use.

OIL SOAKED

GLAZED

CORD FAILURE

WORN BACK

COVER

BROKEN

MISSING RUBBER

CRACKS

SIDEWALL

WEAR

Figure 27. V-Belt Inspection

1.Visually inspect V-belt (Figure 27) for signs of damage or excessive wear. If V-belt is worn or damaged, replace V-belt.

2.Check to ensure that the V-belt is tensioned and aligned correctly.

Battery/Charging System

DANGER

Use all safety precautions specified by the battery manufacturer when working with the battery.

Flammable, explosive gas. (produces hydrogen gas while charging or during operation). Keep area around battery well ventilated and keep from any fire source.

Battery electrolyte contains corrosive, toxic chemical. (dilute sulfuric acid). Avoid contact with eyes and skin.

Shock or Fire due to electric short- circuit. Disconnect battery cables before inspecting electrical system and never "spark" battery terminals to test for charge.

1.Check and clean battery terminals for corrosion.

2.Check and keep battery electrolyte between upper and lower limits indicated on the battery. Never operate or recharge without sufficient fluid in the battery.

3.Never attempt to charge a battery that is frozen. The battery can explode unless first allowed to thaw.

4.Disconnect the negative terminal ( - ) of the battery during storage. If unit will be stored where ambient temperature will drop to -15oC or less, remove and store battery in a warm, dry place

Long Term Storage

„„Remove the battery.

„„Drain the fuel tank completely. Treat with a fuel stabilizer if necessary.

„„Clean exterior with a cloth soaked in clean oil.

„„Store unit covered with plastic sheet in moisture and dust-free location out of direct sunlight.

CAUTION

NEVER store the ride-on trowel with fuel in the tank for any extended period of time. Always clean up spilled fuel immediately.

ehtx44y5 RIDE-ON TROWEL • operation manual — rev. #0 (01/16/13) — page 31

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