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6 SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
6.1 SERVICE
6.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
1. Grease:
Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature
grease with extreme pressure (EP) perform-
ance. Also acceptable is an SAE multipurpose
lithium base grease.
2. Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only
if clean lubricants are used. Use clean contain-
ers to handle all lubricants. Store them in an
area protected from dust, moisture and other
contaminants.
6.1.2 GREASING
Use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a
record of all scheduled maintenance.
1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.
2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before
greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.
3. Replace and repair broken fittings immedi-
ately.
4. If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean
thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway.
Replace fitting if necessary.
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Good maintenance is your responsibil-
ity. Poor maintenance is an invitation to
trouble.
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Follow good shop practices.
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Keep service area clean and dry.
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Be sure electrical outlets and tools
are properly grounded.
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Use adequate light for the job at hand.
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Make sure there is plenty of ventilation.
Never operate an engine in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause
asphyxiation.
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Before working on this machine, shut off
the engine, set the brakes, and remove the
ignition keys.
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Never work under equipment unless it is
blocked securely.
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Always use personal protection devices
such as eye, hand and hearing protectors,
when performing any service or mainte-
nance work.
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Where replacement parts are necessary
for periodic maintenance and servicing,
genuine factory replacement parts must be
used to restore your equipment to original
specifications. The manufacturer will not
be responsible for injuries or damages
caused by use of unapproved parts and/or
accessories.
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A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should
be kept readily accessible while performing
maintenance on this equipment.
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Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and
screws and check that all cotter pins are
properly installed to ensure unit is in a safe
condition.
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When completing a maintenance or serv
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ice function, make sure all safety shields
and devices are installed before placing
unit in service.
