Manual AP silage cutter
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6.
MAINTENANCE:
The AP silage block cutter requires low maintenance. During maintenance
always observe the following safety measure :
*
Do
not
perform any type of maintenance work on the AP silage block
cutter while it is coupled to the tractor / wheel loader or when the
hydraulic system can be activated in any other way.
6.1
Maintenance of the hydraulic system:
Maintenance of the hydraulic system should only be done by the AP dealer.
AP however commends the user to regularly check the hydraulic system for
leaks.
WARNING: When leakage appears : stop immediately and contact the
AP dealer.
6.2
Lubrication:
All hinged parts of the AP silage cutter must be lubricated weekly with an
universal lubricant. For all greasing parts see Chapter 2, Greasing and most
important parts.
6.3
Damages:
The coupling pins for attachment of the AP silage block cutter to the front
loader or the tractor / mini loader must be checked for damages periodically
(at least once per quarter, more often when used frequently). Although the AP
silage block cutter is a solid construction, the rest of the machine should also
be checked for damages and possible loose coming bolts and nuts. Particular
attention is required to the nuts with which the tines are attached to the AP
silage block cutter.
Damaged parts must be replaced by your AP dealer.