APE 100 WICK, Operating And Maintenance Manual

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OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
IV-2
MODEL 100
BOTTOM DRIVE
WICK INSERTER
IV. MAINTENANCE AND ADJUSTMENTS
B. DAILY (CONTINUED)
c. Visually check all hoses for signs of damage or cuts that might cause hose failure during
operation. Be sure all connections are tight.
d. Visually inspect all suppressor elastomers and elastomer bolts.
e. Grease the rollers in the mandrel guide assemblies and the rollers in the roller guide
assembly.
f. Perform all daily maintenance checks and lubrication indicated in the excavator’s
OPERATION GUIDE.
3. After engine start-up, check the following:
a. Check all hydraulic hoses for leaks. Make sure they hang freely with no kinks.
b. Check hydraulic manifolds for leaks.
C. 100 HOURS, 500 HOURS AND OTHER
1. Every 100 hours, drain and add new lubricant in the vibration gear box.
2. Perform all maintenance checks and lubrication indicated in the excavator’s OPERATION
GUIDE.
D. SEVERE CONDITIONS
The servicing intervals specifi ed are based on normal operating conditions. Operation
under severe or unusual conditions will require some adjustments in servicing intervals.
1. When the average temperature is above 80°F(26°C) or below -10°F(-23°C), reduce
service time intervals by one-half of those specifi ed above.
2. When operating in the presence of dust or sand, reduce service time intervals by one-
half of those specifi ed.
3. When operating in excess of twelve hours per day, reduce service time intervals by
one-half of those specifi ed.
4. When operating in air with high moisture or salt, the servicing intervals need not usually
be changed. However, the unit should be inspected weekly to determine if additional
servicing be required. Also, have hydraulic fl uid tested quarterly.