Roto-Mix 425, Operator'S Manual

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MODEL 425/500/575 TMR RUFFAGE MASTER™
INSPECT THE FOLLOWING AND SERVICE AS REQUIRED
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Check all structural welds for appearance.
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Check rear drive enclosure for proper sprocket
alignment and correct chain tension.
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Check rear doors for proper latch tension and fit,
correct any leaks.
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Check conveyor chain for proper tension and
proper clearance. See Adjustment Section.
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Check clearance between moving parts.
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Check scale mounts for alignment and pins for
looseness.
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Check inside of mixing chamber for trash, auger
clearance and check augers for correct installa-
tion.
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Check external paint for appearance.
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Check all bolted connections for tightness.
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Check wheel lug bolts and torque to 85 ft.-lbs.
Maintain tire pressure at 55-60 psi.
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Check rear drive bearings for alignment, tightness
of locking collars and proper placement of bearing
stops.
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Check rear drive enclosure for alignment and
proper chain tensions.
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Check oil level of rear drive enclosure.
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Check main drive shaft for proper installation and
clearance.
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Check hoses for correct clearance and fittings for
leaks.
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Check U-joint for timing and installation.
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Check frame/box mounting points for proper
installation.
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Check auger bearings for correct installation and
grease bearings.
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Check for trash or foreign articles in discharge
conveyor.
RUN MIXER AND CHECK THE FOLLOWING:
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Check for vibration or runout of drive lines.
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Check for free operation of discharge conveyor.
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Check augers for straightness.
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Check mixer, observing all safety decals and safety shields are in
place and secured, including top guards on stationary units.
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Check for chain vibration in rear drive.
q Check chute and door actuation.
q Operator has been instructed in operation, maintenance and
safety precautions.
ALWAYS DISCONNECT AND LOCKOUT ELECTRICAL POWER (STATIONARY MODELS) OR DISENGAGE
PTO AND REMOVE KEYS FROM TRACTOR (TRAILER MODELS) BEFORE CLEANING, ADJUSTING, LUBRI-
CATING OR SERVICING THIS MACHINE.