Maintenance
Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position.
Caution
If you leave the key in the switch, someone could accidently start the engine and seriously injure you or other bystanders.
Remove the key from the switch before you perform any maintenance.
Greasing the Attachment
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Before each use or daily |
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Grease Type: General-purpose grease.
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Park the machine on a level surface, lower the loader arms, and close the grapple jaws.
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Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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Clean the grease fittings with a rag.
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Connect a grease gun to each fitting (Figure 8).
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Pump grease into the fittings until grease begins to ooze out of the bearings (approximately 3 pumps).
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Wipe up any excess grease.
Checking the Hydraulic Lines
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Before each use or daily |
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Warning
Hydraulic fluid escaping under pressure can penetrate skin and cause injury. Fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed within a few hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury; otherwise, gangrene may result.
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Keep your body and hands away from pinhole leaks or nozzles that eject high-pressure hydraulic fluid.
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Use cardboard or paper to find hydraulic leaks; never use your hands.