BALZER ELIMINATOR VACUUM TANK Series, User Manual

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30 Eliminator Vacuum Tank (Tandem) User Manual
MAINTENANCE
Every 40 Hours of Operation
1 . Check all oil and fluid reservoirs for proper level . Fill as needed with correct oil or fluid . The vacuum pump has a site
gauge to check the oil level in the pump (Figure 36) .
2 . Grease wheel bearings .
3 . Torque lug nuts to 450 ft/lbs .
End of Season/Preparing for Storage
1 . Change all oils and fluids with approved oils or fluids for that system . Fill the slurry pump oil reservoir to the middle of
the site glass .
2 . Grease all grease points .
3 . Open all drain plugs and doors to completely empty the machine .
4 . Clean exterior and interior of unit thoroughly with a high pressure washer .
5 . Apply a thick coat of grease on all cylinder rods before storing the unit .
6 . Perform a complete lubrication of the unit .
7 . Check for any oil or fluid leaks . Repair or replace as needed .
8 . Store unit indoors .
Steering System Lubrication
There is one (1) grease fitting located on each kingpin . This fitting may be attached to a grease line placing the grease point on
the right side rear of the frame . If the kingpin does not have a grease point, the kingpin then has a poly bushing which requires
no grease .
There is one (1) grease fitting located on each end of the tie rod .
When greasing the kingpins, alternate between having the wheels straight one day, turned to the left, the next day, and then
turned to the right the following day . This process ensures the grease is getting to all surfaces of the kingpin .
Apply grease daily to the grease points until fresh grease can be seen being pushed out from it . When conditions are dry and
dusty, the kingpins and tie rod will require greasing more often .
Proper steering is dependent upon adequate greasing .
CAUTION
Thoroughly grease the steering system after pressure
washing.
Figure 36