Wallenstein BXTR5224, Operator'S Manual

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Service and Maintenance
BXTR5224
Trailer Wood Chipper
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6.6 Hydraulic Oil – Changing
CAUTION!
Risk of burns to exposed skin.
Hydraulic oil becomes hot during
operation. Hoses, lines and other
parts become hot as well. Wait for
the oil and components to cool
before starting any maintenance or
inspection work.
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Change the hydraulic oil at 100 hours of operation or
annually. Clean the return filter and suction strainer in the
hydraulic tank at the same time.
• Hydraulic oil type: Dexron III ATF.
• Hydraulic oil tank capacity: 5 US gal (19 L)
The hydraulic tank drain plug is located under the machine. An
Allen wrench is required to remove it.
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Fig. 53 –
Hydraulic Tank Drain Plug
Procedure
1. Have a drain pan ready of suitable capacity.
2. Clean the area around drain and remove the drain plug.
3. Allow the oil to fully drain, then flush the tank. Dispose of
used oil in a environmentally acceptable fashion.
4. Install the drain plug.
5. Clean the filter suction strainer before filling the tank.
6.6.1 Clean Suction Strainer
With the hydraulic tank emptied, the suction strainer should be
removed and cleaned. The strainer is made of stainless steel
screen and is reused.
The suction strainer is located on the back of the tank, between
the fuel tank and the battery box.
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Suction Strainer on Hydraulic Tank
1. Remove the suction hose, then remove the strainer.
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2
Fig. 55 –
Suction Strainer on back of Hydraulic Tank
1. Suction Strainer
2. Suction Hose
2. Place the suction strainer in a solvent tank and use a small
brush to clean it. Examine the strainer screen and replace it
if there are holes or damage.
3. Dry the suction screen thoroughly, then re-install.