Bandit
Copyright 11/10
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MODEL 490
MAINTENANCE SECTION
Each day before starting your machine these checks must be made:
O.K. Repaired
DAILY START UP & MAINTENANCE CHECK LIST
1) Check the safety decals and engine gauges, replace if damaged.
2) Check, maintain, and service all safety equipment for proper operation: pusher tool, etc.
3) Check entire machine for loose nuts, bolts, and components.
4) Check all guards to make sure they are tight and securely in place.
5) Make sure infeed hopper hinge operates correctly, is not damaged, and is lubricated.
6) Open infeed hopper and check for any foreign objects in chipper housing or knife pockets.
7) Check the condition of chipper drum assembly.
8) Carefully rotate the chipper drum with a pry bar or wood bar to insure proper
anvil clearance. If chipper drum is jammed with debris or frozen in place, do
not attempt to start engine until chipper drum rotates freely.
9) Check the condition of your knives, anvil, and attaching hardware.
10) Properly torque knife mounting hardware.
11) Make sure chipper hood is installed and the bolts are tight.
12) Grease chipper bearings (purge) daily.
13) Grease jack shaft bearings (purge) daily (PTO model only).
14) Check and/or adjust belt tension on chipper.
15) Check all hoses, fittings, lines, and tanks for damage and fluid leaks.
16) Check fuel level. (Running out and repriming is time consuming).
17) Check engine oil, coolant levels, and correct engine speed. Follow ENGINE
MANUFACTURER’S manual specs.
18) Check and clean cooling fins, fan, and debris screen.
19)
Check air cleaner or precleaner. Clean or replace as necessary
.
20) Check condition of the tires.
21) Inspect and replace any axle dust caps that are damaged or leaking (
towable model only
).
22) Check infeed hopper and around the entire machine for any foreign objects,
tools, cans, saws, etc.
23) Block the tires for stability before operation.
24) Make sure discharge is pointed in safe direction and clamped into place.
25) Review all safety procedures on decals, from manual, and from video.
26) Wear all applicable safety equipment: hard hat, face shield, gloves, eye
protection, ear protection, etc.
27) Remember to check EVERYTHING on the checklist.
