MAINTENANCE
Daily Checks
Regular maintenance of your loader and hydraulic system will insure maximum loader efficiency and long life.
1.Check fluid level of tractor hydraulic system before starting each days operation. If necessary, add hydraulic oil as recommended in your tractor operators manual.
2.Inspect all pivot pins for wear. Make certain cotterpins are installed to retain each pivot pin.
3.Check all bolts for tightness.
4.Lubricate all grease fittings.
5.After every ten hours of operation, check all hardware and tighten where required.
6.Inspect hydraulic lines and fittings for wear and leaks. Replace hoses immediately if they are damaged by a cut or scrape, extruded at the fittings or leaking. Hydraulic oil leaks should be repaired promptly to avoid loss of oil and serious personal injury from escaping oil.
7.During operation, listen for abnormal sounds which might indicate loose parts or other damage.
8.Clean all debris from machine.
Hydraulic Cylinder
Loader cylinders are designed to be reliable and easy to service. If a cylinder should malfunction during warranty period, return complete cylinder assembly, without disassembling, to your authorized service department or contact your authorized service department for instructions. Unauthorized disassembly of a cylinder in warranty period will VOID WARRANTY.
Following is an outline procedure for disassembling and reassembling cylinders.
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