Wallenstein BX36S, Operating Manual

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BX36S
3PH Self-feed Chipper
Service and Maintenance
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• Good maintenance is your responsibility.
Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
• Place the machine in the Safe Condition
before performing any service procedure. See
Safe Condition on page 9
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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.
• 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.
• Never work under equipment unless it is
blocked securely.
• 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.
• 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.
• A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should
be kept readily accessible while performing
maintenance on this equipment.
• Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and
screws and check that all electrical and fuel
connections are properly secured.
• When completing a maintenance or service
procedure, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in
service.
15. Service and Maintenance
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
15.1 Service
By following a careful service and maintenance
program for your machine, you will enjoy many years
or trouble-free operation.
15.1.1 Fluids and Lubricants
Grease:
Use an SAE multipurpose, high-temperature grease
with extreme pressure (EP) performance. Also
acceptable is an SAE multipurpose lithium base
grease.
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.
15.2 Greasing
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.
15.2.1 Servicing Intervals
See 15.3 Maintenance Schedule on page 38 for
service interval information. The period recommended
is based on normal operating conditions. Severe
or unusual conditions may require more frequent
lubrication