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 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
1. Before removing the reservoir cap, make sure the area around the reservoir cap and fill neck of the reservoir is free of dust, dirt, or other debris.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap (B, Figure 16). | B |
3.Look down the filler neck of the hydraulic oil reservoir (A, Figure 16) and observe the oil level.
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| 4” (10 cm) below top of the filler neck. |
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4. | If necessary, add either Mobil 1™, |
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| NOT use conventional oils. |
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5. | gasket makes contact, then tightenReproduction3/4 of a turn | ||||
Reinstall the reservoir cap. |
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| Figu e 16. Checki | g Hydraulic Oil Level |
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CHANGE HYDRAULIC OIL FILTER |
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| Change Interval: Every 250 Hours |
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| Filter Part Number: 1719168 |
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NOTE: Removing the oil filter from the filter base |
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1. | Locate the transmission oil filter (A, Figure 17). |
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2. | Lubricate the new filter base with a f w drops of |
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| transmission oil. Fill the filter half full of oil. |
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3. | Clean the area around the filter base and remove |
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| the filter. Do NOT drain the hydraulic system oil. |
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4. | Thread the new filter onto the filter base until the |
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5. | Run the unit for several minutes and check the |
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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.
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