Madill 3000, Operation & Maintenance Manual

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Tracks, Rollers & Rails
Check track tension regularly and perform a regular inspection of the rollers, by
raising each track off the ground with the boom. We suggest a good regular
inspection of the rollers, by raising each track off the ground with the boom. Once
track is off the ground, measure the gap between the center roller and the top of the
track chain. The gap should measure between 3 ½” and 5”. Adjust accordingly; repeat
procedure on the opposite side.
Consider a program of switching rollers to equalize wear. Regular roller rotation
greatly increases product lifecycle, as the front and rear rollers take approximately
80% of the wear on track machines. The wear drops off to a minimum on center
rollers.
Third Party/Second-Hand Attachments
In the event a Madill log loader is fitted with an attachment that is third-party or second-
hand, it is mandatory that a dual flow hydraulic oil filter be installed in-line such that the
end tool is isolated from all other hydraulic components. Operating unfiltered used
attachments can cause severe damage to other hydraulic components on the machine.
Running a Madill log loader with an unfiltered
used attachment
will void the warranty