Kirby LP1000, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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2.0 MIXER STRUCTURE AND TRAILER
2.1
Observe for cracks in metal and welds in mixer chamber, trailer frame, and axle assembly and
around discharge door and chute. Re-weld as necessary.
2.2
Observe trailer hitch for
(I)
Cracked welds. Re-weld as necessary.
(II)
Bent or worn. Replace or repair as necessary.
2.3
Observe that all bolts are in place and that all sets crews are properly seated. Replace or
tighten as required.
2.4
Observe for hydraulic oil leaks. Repair any leaks.
2.5
Trailer mount only. Observe trailer tires:
(I)
For cuts or punctures in tires.
(II)
Check for proper inflation using pressure gauge.
(fill to the maximum pressure rating shown on side of tire)
2.6
Observe wheel hubs and bearings.
(I)
Check for oil seal leaks. Replace if seal leaks.
(II)
Check wheel hubs for proper bearing tightness. Tighten as required.
(III)
Observe oil level in cap, oil must be level with bottom of filler hole. Fill with proper
lubricant to over flow.
3.0 MAIN AUGERS, SHAFTS, AND BEARINGS
CAUTION! THE MIXER SHALL NOT BE IN OPERATION FOR THE FOLLOWING:
3.1 Observe auger flighting, in mixing chamber
(I)
Bent, deformed, or worn to less than 25% of new thickness.
(II)
Replace flighting as necessary.
(III)
Check blades on mixer replace when worn
3.1
Observe mixing chamber, sides and ends.
(I)
Walls and ends should be straight, not bulging in appearance. This condition can result
from over loading or foreign objects present in ration.
(II)
Look for signs of excessive wear
3.2 Observe tractor drive line and mixer drive line for bent shafts.
(I)
Ensure all shields are in place and operational (sliding without restrictions)