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7. MAINTENANCE
7.1.
Safety instructions for the maintenance of the product
• For maintenance, place the bale gripper in its lowest position to the ground. Switch off the
vehicle’s engine and remove the key.
• Use tools and equipment suited to the work to be undertaken.
• Do not leave any tools or equipment behind on any part of the machine.
• The operator should wear safety shoes, protective gloves/clothing and an industrial helmet
when using or maintaining the bale gripper.
• Before maintaining the bale gripper, carefully read the instructions in the manual of your
lifting device.
• This manual contains all the necessary information on the installation and operation of the
bale gripper.
• Some of the maintenance operations should only be carried out by professional technicians.
• If you require this information and the maintenance steps, please contact your dealer.
• In the event of injuries caused by oil escaping under pressure, immediately seek medical
assistance.
• Do not carry out maintenance work if there is pressure on the hydraulic system (remove
ignition key).
• After completing any service procedure, always test the bale gripper through five complete
cycles (See chapter ‘5.3.1 Bleeding the hydraulic system before use’).
7.2.
Maintenance schedule
Task
2H
D
W
M
6M
Y
1. Daily maintenance check
2. Check the locks
3. Check the springs
4. Check the piston seals
5. Cleaning
6. Check the hydraulic circuit
7. Check the connections of the hydraulic system
8. Check bolts and screws
9. Lubrication
2H = every 2 hours, D = daily, W = weekly, M = monthly, 6M = every 6 months, Y = yearly