AVANT 735 2020, Operator'S Manual

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Avant 735 Service and maintenance
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2. Check the general condition of the
loader
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Check that all safety decals are in place and
legible.
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Never operate loader if safety decals are
damaged or missing. Replace missing or
damaged safety decals before using the
loader.
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Check the underside of the loader and ground
for leakages. Also check ground/floor surface for
signs of leakage.
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Never operate the loader or its attachments,
if you have noticed a leak. Repair all leaks
before use.
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Check the condition of the safety frame, seat
belt, lamps, and other safety equipment:
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Safety frame (ROPS) and protective roof
(FOPS) must be fitted. Safety structures
must not have visible damage or
deformations. They must be replaced with
new ones after any incident.
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Make sure all lighting devices and reflectors
are functional and clean
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Check operation of reverse beeper (if
installed).
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Check if the loader must be cleaned before
continuing with other daily maintenance
procedures in this chapter. Damaged parts or
other faults may not be visible if the loader is
dirty.
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Check the metal parts for damages or rust.
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Do not use the loader if you see damaged,
bent, corroded, or deformed metal parts.
Contact Avant service for service, if
necessary.
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Check the condition of the loader after
cleaning of the loader. For more instructions
about inspecting the metal structures, bolts,
and fittings, see parts 4 and 5 on page 109.
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3. Clean the loader
Cleanliness of the loader is not only a question of
outer appearance. A dirty machine will run hotter and
will collect more dirt into the air cleaner and
radiators, which may shorten the service life of the
engine or hydraulic components. Keep engine area
clean to prevent engine from overheating.
All surfaces, painted and others, will stay in better
condition when they are cleaned regularly. Dirty
surfaces can promote fast corrosion.
Make sure all lamps are clean and functional.
Keep the access steps clean
Always keep the access steps, the floor of the
loader, and the pedals clean. If there are worn grip
surfaces on the steps or the floor, replace them with
new ones.
A. Clean the exterior of the loader
Clean the outer surfaces of the loader with water
hose and mild detergent.
You can also use a pressure washer to clean the
outer surfaces of the loader. Use low pressure and
only wash outer surfaces with a pressure washer. To
avoid damage, do not spray at hydraulic
components, controls of the loader, electric parts,
operator's area, decals, or radiators. Never use
pressure washer to clean the inner parts of the
loader.
Also, wash the hydraulic components (hoses,
cylinders), any electric component, decals, and the
radiators carefully, never with high pressure washer.
Wipe the hydraulic quick couplings, and the oil tank
cover with a rag.
Clean also the space between the front hydraulic
motors periodically by removing the cover panel at
the front of the loader.
After cleaning the exterior of the loader grease all
greasing points.
B. Clean the interior of the loader
Clean cab and interior with appropriate mild
detergent and cleaning supplies. Keep the cab and
the driver's seat clean to reduce exposure to dust.