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Bandit
MODEL 1425
MAINTENANCE
29. Check oil cooler:
Thoroughly clean cooler fins at least once a day
or more in excessive conditions. Make sure debris
is not packed between fins. Use compressed air
and/or pressurized water (soap may also be needed)
to clean the oil cooler, depending on the level and
type of debris. If pressurized water is used, be careful
not to turn the debris hard and pack solid between
the cooler fins. Make sure to clean the cooler in the
correct direction; do not propel the debris into the
cooler with compressed air or pressurized water.
Keep the compressed air or pressurized water a
safe distance from the cooler fins so they are not
damaged. Visually inspect the cooler fins and make
sure they are not bent or closed off, repair or replace
as needed.
30. Check tires (if equipped):
Check tires for wear, air pressure, weather checking
and damage. Replace if damaged. Fill each tire to
rated capacity on tire.
31. Inspect axle dust caps (if equipped):
Inspect axle dust caps and replace if damaged or
leaking.
32. Check the discharge conveyor location:
Make sure the discharge conveyor is positioned in
a safe location.
33. Block the tires and tongue (if equipped):
Before operation block the tires and tongue for stability.
Do not rely on tongue jack for operational stabilization.
34.
Remove all potential fire hazards:
Remove fire hazards such as wood debris, mulch,
oils, fuels, etc.
35. Check around machine:
Check around the entire machine for tools, cans,
saws, etc. All tools not in use should be stored in
a tool box.
36. Review all safety procedures on decals, from
manual, and from video.
37. Make sure all safety equipment is being worn:
Make sure you are wearing all of your safety
equipment: hard hat, face shield, gloves, eye
protection, ear protection, etc. per ANSI and OSHA
standards.
38. Remember to check EVERYTHING on the
checklist.
23. Check clutch:
Check for proper lubrication, and engagement
tension adjustment, frequently adjust and lubricate
per PTO clutch manufacturer’s manual. Bandit
Industries, Inc.
does not warranty clutch failures.
24. Check the fuel level:
Check the fuel level, running out and repriming is
time consuming. Do not over fill, and you must leave
fuel expansion space in the top of the tank: 2” (50
mm) from the top for diesel engines.
25. Check engine oil and coolant level:
Follow the engine manufacturer manual
recommendations for fluid levels. You
MUST follow
specific ENGINE MFG. manual recommendations
for radiator coolant, additives, lubrication, correct
engine speed, ETC.
26. Check DEF level on Tier 4 engines:
Check the Diesel Emissions Fluid (DEF) level on
Tier 4 engines. Fill to engine manufacturer’s manual
recommendations.
27. Check air cleaner and precleaner:
Clean or replace element following engine manual
recommendations. Also, check and clean the
vacuator valve.
28. Check radiator, debris screen:
Refer to the engine manufacturer’s manual.
Thoroughly clean radiator fins at least once a day
or more in excessive conditions. Make sure debris
is not packed between fins. Use compressed air
and/or pressurized water (soap may also be needed)
to clean the radiator, depending on the level and type
of debris. If pressurized water is used, be careful not
to turn the debris hard and pack solid between the
radiator fins. Make sure to clean the radiator in the
correct direction depending on if the cooling fan is
a sucker or a pusher; do not propel the debris into
the radiator with compressed air or pressurized
water. A partially plugged radiator will not allow the
engine to cool properly. Keep the compressed air or
pressurized water a safe distance from the radiator
fins so they are not damaged. Visually inspect
the radiator fins and make sure they are not bent
or closed off, repair or replace as needed. Clean
cooling fan, shroud on air cooled engines, and the
debris screen (if so equipped). Improper service,
maintenance, or neglect will cause overheating
problems and/or engine failure.
DAILY START UP & MAINTENANCE (cont.)
