Victory BXH-5x10, Owner'S Manual

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5.0 SERVICE AND
M
AINTENANCE
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Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor
maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
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Follow good shop practices.
- Keep service area clean and dry.
- Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly
grounded.
- Use adequate light for the job at hand.
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Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never
operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
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Before working on this machine, shut off the
engine, set the brake, and turn fuel valve off.
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Never work under equipment unless it is blocked
securely.
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Always use personal protection devices such as eye,
hand and hearing protectors, when performing any
service or maintenance work. Use heavy gloves when
handling sharp components.
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Where replacement parts are necessary for periodic
maintenance and servicing, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to restore your
equipment to original specifications. The manufacturer
will not be responsible for injuries or damages caused
by use of unapproved parts and/or accessories.
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A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept
readily accessible while performing maintenance on
this equipment.
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Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws and
check that all electrical and fuel connections are
properly secured to ensure unit is in a safe condition.
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When completing a maintenance or service
function, make sure all safety shields and devices are
installed before placing unit in service.
5.1 SERVICE
5.1.1 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
1. Grease:
Use an SAE multipurpose high temperature grease
with extreme pressure (EP) performance. Also
acceptable is an SAE multipurpose lithium base grease.
2. Storing Lubricants:
Your machine can operate at top efficiency only if
clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers to
handle all lubricants. Store them in an area protected
from dust, moisture and other contaminants.
5.1.2 GREASING
Use the Maintenance Checklist provided to keep a
record of all scheduled maintenance.
1. Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.
2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before
greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.
3. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.
4. If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean
thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway. Replace
fittings if necessary.
5.1.3 SERVICING INTERVALS
The period recommended is based on normal
operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may
require more frequent lubrication or oil changes.
Hours or Daily
40 Hours or Weekly
1. Grease PTO driveline.
Grease the telescoping section of the PTO shaft.