ASV PT50, Service & Repair Manual

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13. Maintenance
Chapter Overview
This chapter contains maintenance requirements
and procedures for the following Rubber Track
Loader components.
•
Engine oil
•
Hydraulic fluid and filter
•
Fuel separator and filter
•
Track tension
•
Air cleaner
•
Fuse box
•
Grease fittings
•
Fuel bleeding
The general maintenance schedule for the Rubber
Track Loader is listed in the table below.
Item Frequency Lubricant Capacity
Hydraulic Fluid 500 hrs ASV Hydraulic
Oil
, or Rykon
MV
8 gal/30 l
Hydraulic Filter 250 hrs
Engine Oil 250 hrs ASV HD Diesel
Engine Oil
, or
other
2.8 gal/10.6 l
Engine Filter 250 hrs
Fuel Filter 500 hrs
Primary Air
Filter Check daily, clean and reuse as needed
up to 5 times; change at least once per
year
Secondary Air
Filter Every 3 cleanings
of primary filter
Grease Fittings 10 hrs ASV Lithium Grease
Track Tension As needed
Coolant Test for coolant additive at 250 hrs.
Change at 1000 hrs or two years
NOTICE
When replacing engine coolant, use ASV Long Life 50/50
Antifreeze/Coolant , Caterpillar Extended Life Coolant or
equivalent antifreeze with the proper SCA (Supplemental
Cooling Additive)
Engine Oil
Regular oil changes are necessary to maintain a
strong running engine. ASV recommends a normal
oil change interval of 250 hours or every six months.
This recommendation has been made to help en-
sure proper lubrication during operation and to pro-
long engine life under typical operating conditions.
Oil Change Procedures
1. Run the engine for a few minutes to warm the
engine oil.
Figure 16-1 16-001
2. Remove the drain plug from the bottom of the
engine.
3. Drain oil into suitable container.
4. Remove engine oil filter, making sure the gasket
is also removed.
5. Put some fresh oil on the new filter gasket and
install new filter.
6. Tighten filter to specifications on filter label.
7. Refill engine to capacity with oil, as specified.
Engine Oil Specifications
Due to the significant variations in the quality and
performance of commercially available oils, ASV
Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oil – 10W30 is recom-
mended. If ASV lubricants are not available, use a
substitute meeting the following qualifications:
- API CH-4 multi-grade engine oil
Oil Drain Plug
Oil
Filter