Inspect Muffler and Spark Arrester
Inspect the muffler for cracks, corrosion, or other damage. Remove the spark arrester, if equipped, and inspect for damage or carbon blockage. If replacement parts are required, make sure to use only original equipment replacement parts.
Regular Maintenance
WARNING
Replacement parts must be the same and installed in the same position as the original parts or fire could result.
Check Hydraulic Oil Level |
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NOTE: Do not open the hydraulic reservoir unless oil |
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1. Lift up the seat plate to gain access to the oil | ||
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2. Look at the hydraulic oil reservoir (A, Figure 13) and observe the oil level. When cold, the oil level should be approximately 1/2” (1,3cm) below the MAX. HOT OIL LEVEL line. The oil level should never be above the MAX. HOT OIL LEVEL line.
3. If necessary, remove the reservoir cap (B, Figure |
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13) and add either Mobil 1, |
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oil or Castrol Syntec |
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conventional oils. Make sure area around the fill |
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neck of the reservoir is free of dust, dirt, or other | Figu e 13. Checki g Hydraulic Oil Level |
debris. | A. Hydraul c O l Reserv ir |
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Hydraulic Oil Filter Change |
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| Change Interval: Every 500 Hours |
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| Filter Part Number: 5021357 |
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NOTE: Removing the oil filter from the filter base |
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will drain the oil reservoir. Have a suitable container |
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ready to catch any spilled oil. Ferris recommends this |
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1. | Locate the hydraulic oil filter (A, Figure 14) b hind |
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2. | Fill the new filter with oil. Lubricate the n w filter |
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| seal with a few drops of oil. |
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3. Remove the oil filter and quickly thread the new |
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| filter onto the filter base until the gasket makes |
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| contact, then tighten 3/4 of a turn more. |
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4.Refill reservoir with fresh oil to replace any oil lost during filter change.
5.Raise the rear of the unit and secure with jackstands. Chock the front wheels to prevent the unit from rolling. Run the unit for several minutes to purge any air from the hydraulic system and check the hydraulic oil level.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Use caution after changing the filter; air in the hydraulic system may affect the responsiveness of the control levers. Repeat step 5 until the air is out of the system.
Figure 14. Hydraulic Oil Filter Location A. Oil Filter
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