TIMBERWOLF
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NOTE: This should be done regularly. In dirty or dusty conditions or during periods of hard
work it should be done weekly. If the slides become dry the top roller will tend to hang up and
the pulling-in power of the rollers will be much reduced. Excessive wear will ensue.
1. Turn the chipper off and remove the ignition keys.
2. Ensure machine has come to a complete stop - remove battery leads.
3. Remove the bolt and washer retaining roller box guard and lift guard.
4. Remove the two springs on the roller box slide.
5.
NOTE: Rollerbox slide weighs in excess of 20kg.
Lift the top
roller and wedge a suitably sized piece of wood to hold in place.
6. Apply thin grease with a brush to each slide on roller box and on
inner cheeks of slider.
DO NOT USE GRAPHITE BASED GREASE.
7.
NOTE: Rollerbox slide weighs in excess of 20kg.
Remove
wedge, lower roller box slide and replace springs.
8. Close roller box guard making sure that it is located over the retaining
bracket, and ensure bolt and washer (as note 3) are tightened.
9. Refit battery leads.
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GREASE THE ROLLER BOX SLIDES
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
SAFE MAINTENANCE
Solidly support the under carriage if it needs
to be lifted up for maintenance (see Chassis
Jacking Point section on page 12).
Hydraulic systems may get very hot after
working.
Keep all components in good condition as
they are exposed to high pressures.
Immediately repair damage and replace worn
or broken items.
Keep the tracks clean, removing excess oil,
grease and dirt.
Check for oil leaks and damaged hoses.
Only use recommended lubricants. Do not
mix different brands.
Keep track stretcher grease nipples clean.
Maintenance intervals are only guidelines. The amount of times maintenance is conducted should be
increased beyond recommended guidelines if severe conditions are encountered.
The variable track base slides must be lubricated weekly or more often
depending working conditions to prevent jamming.
1.
Extend tracks fully.
2.
Using a brush, generously coat all surfaces of the four slider bars
with general purpose grease.
DO NOT USE GRAPHITE BASED
GREASE.
3.
Retract the tracks fully.
4.
Cycle tracks in and out two more times.
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TRACK BASE MAINTENANCE
LUBRICATE VARIABLE TRACK BASE SLIDES
GREASING ROTOR BEARINGS
Both front and rear bearings are sealed and do not need greasing.
