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E-Z 50 Melter Part Manual
Maintenance Instructions Chapter 6
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6.0 Preventative Maintenance
Refer to the manufacturer’s operating and maintenance instructions for the engine.
6.1 Hydraulic System
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Check hydraulic fluid daily.
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Change hydraulic fluid every 500 hours of operation.
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Hydraulic fluid level should be kept 1-2 inches from the top of the tank.
6.2 Heat Transfer Oil
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Check the oil level at the start of every day.
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Change the oil every 500 hours of operation.
6.3 Wheel Bearings
Pack the wheel bearing every 24,000 miles or every 2 years, whichever comes first. Use a good
grade of bearing grease.
6.4 Lug Nuts
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Torque all nuts/bolts before first road use and after each wheel removal. Check and torque after
first 10 miles, 25 miles, and again at 50 miles. Check periodically thereafter.
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Torque in stages as follows:
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First stage 20-25 foot-pound (ft-lb)
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Second stage 50-60 foot-pound (ft-lb)
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Third stage 90-120 foot-pound (ft-lb)
Tighten bolts and nuts in the sequence shown in Figure 6.1
Figure 6.1