Cadman 3250XL, Operator And Parts Manual

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REQUIRED MAINTENANCE
Prevention of mechanical failure is the goal of any good maintenance schedule. Severe
service uses such as liquid manure application, municipal and industrial uses, custom slurry ap-
plications, etc. require timely, trouble free operation of your equipment. The secret to preventing
unwanted down time is to adhere to a maintenance schedule suited to the way you use the
equipment. Your maintenance schedule should include the following minimum requirements;
EACH USE
1 C heck to be sure BOTH shut off switches and the safety shut off switch are working . Repair
or replace a defective switch BEFORE operating the machine. (see top of pg.14)
2 Check to be sure the compensator safety switch is properly adjusted and working . The en-
gine must shut down before the shut off bar contacts the frame. (see top of pg. 14)
DAILY
1 Check the engine oil level and air filter condition.
2 Check to be sure that the indexer drive button
and connecting link are in good condition. Insure
that the slide rails are well greased. (see illustra-
tion)
3 Check the alignment and tension of the main
drive chain. Adjust as necessary.
AFTER THE FIRST 25 HOURS
1 Change the oil in the Honda engine. Refer to the
Honda engine manual for detailed maintenance
instructions.
2 Change the oil in the transmission gearbox. See
“ LUBRICANTS ” section for oil type and fill level.
EVERY 50 HOURS OF USE
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Check ALL wheel bolts (using a lug wrench) to insure tightness.
EVERY 100 HOURS OF USE
1 Change the engine oil. Consult the Honda engine manual for further information on oil re-
quirements and change intervals as well as other required engine maintenance.
2 Lubricate the following;
3 Lubricate all chains.
4 Check the oil level in the transmission gearbox. Replenish as necessary.
5 Check for oil level in the indexer gearbox.
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Turntable bearing ring
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Indexer slide rails
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Indexer idler block
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Main drive chain idler arm pivot
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Drive pulley lead screw
DRIVE BUTTON
SLIDE RAIL