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MAINTENANCE
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PERIODIC SERVICE SCHEDULE
Check
Clean, Adjust, etc.
Replace
To perform service that is listed in this schedule but not described in this manual, contact a local Service Representative or see
the Repair and Service Manual for this vehicle.
NOTE
:
Some maintenance items must be serviced more frequently on vehicles used under severe driving conditions
DAILY
BEFORE USE:
Check service brake general operation
Check park brake operation - does it hold on a hill.
Check warning device function in reverse
Check tire pressure, condition of tires & rims.
Check smooth operation of accelerator.
Check for loose or missing hardware.
Check Battery - state of charge, condition, loose terminals, corrosion, hold down &
hardware
Check overall vehicle condition
WEEKLY
(includes items listed in previous table & the following)
TIRES
Examine for cuts, excessive wear and pressure (See GENERAL SPECIFICA-
TIONS)
WHEELS
Check for bent rims, missing or loose lug nuts
COOLING FAN
Check for build-up of foreign matter inside blower housing and fins, clean if required
ENGINE OIL
Check and add if required - DO NOT OVERFILL
STARTER/GENERATOR BELT
Check for tension, wear, cracks
MONTHLY - 20 HOURS
(includes items listed in previous table & the following)
WIRING
Check all wiring for loose connections and broken/missing insulation
ACCELERATOR
Check for smooth movement - DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE
SERVICE BRAKE
(MECHANICAL BRAKES)
Conduct brake performance test
PARK BRAKE
Check brake performance and adjust if required
CHOKE CABLE
Check for smooth movement and adjustment - DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLE
CARBURETOR LINKAGE
Check attachment, adjust as required
DIRECTION SELECTOR
Check attachment, adjust as required
ENGINE
Check for unusual noise, vibration, acceleration, oil leaks
COOLING FAN
Check for build-up of foreign matter inside blower housing and fins, clean if required
STEERING ASSEMBLY
Check for abnormal play, tightness of all hardware
TIE ROD/LINKAGES
Check for excessive play, bent components or loose connections
REAR AXLE
Check for leakage, add SAE 30 oil as required
QUARTERLY - 60 HOURS
(includes items listed in previous tables & the following)
FRONT AXLE
Check for damage to axle and loose or missing hardware
FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS
Check for oil leakage and loose fasteners
FRONT SPRINGS
Check for loose hardware, cracks at attachments
FRONT WHEEL ALIGNMENT
Check for unusual tire wear, align if required
PARK BRAKE
Check for bent/binding linkage rod
Check for damage or wear to latch arm or catch bracket
Lubricate as required, use light oil. DO NOT LUBRICATE CABLES OR BRAKE
LATCH
REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS
Check for oil leakage, loose mounting hardware
ENGINE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Check coil/spark plug wires for cracks/loose connections
Periodic Service Schedule
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