Meridian 112BST, Operator'S Manual

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10.13 SERVICE CHECKS
10.13.1 Daily (8 Hours)
WARNING
FIRE HAZARD
Gasoline is a highly combustible fuel.
Improper use, handling, or storage of
gasoline can be dangerous. Never touch
or fill a hot engine. DO NOT fill the
engine’s fuel tank near an open flame
while smoking or while engine is running.
DO NOT fill tank in an enclosed area with
poor ventilation. Wipe up spills
immediately.
1. Checkengineoillevel(1)andfill,asneeded.
2. Checkenginefuellevelandfill,asneeded.
3. Checkreductioncasefluidlevel(2)andfill,as
needed.
4. Test trailer break-away system.
5. Initially check wheel bolt torque at 10, 25, and
50 miles.
6. Check drive belt for proper tension and
tracking.
10.13.2 Weekly (50 Hours)
1. Cleanorreplacethefoamfilterelement.
Replacethepaperairfilter,asrequired.
2. Check the tension on the delivery belt. Adjust
tension if needed.
3. Checkthetirepressure.Inflatethetirestothe
recommended pressure stated on the tire.
10.13.3 Annually (400 Hours)
1. Check wheel bolt torque.
2. Repack the wheel bearings and check for
excessive end play in the bearings.
3. Check frame and trailer hold-down bolts.
4. Thoroughly clean the seed tender.
5. Check the tires for wear, and replace if needed.
10.14 AXLE MAINTENANCE
10.14.1 First 200 Miles
1. Adjust brakes. Refer to OEM manual for
procedure.
10.14.2 3,000 Miles or 3 Months
1. Adjust brakes. Refer to OEM manual for
procedure.
2. Check torque on wheel nuts. Refer to the
section in this manual.
3. Inspect tires for wear. Refer to OEM manual
for procedure.