Machine Maintenance
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Phone: 763-315-5300
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WHEEL REMOVAL
1. Examine back of wheels (with a fl ashlight is helpful) to see if debris is built up.
2. Keep clean from yarn build up.
3. Unplug
machine.
4. Lay machine on its side.
5. Use provided 3/16” allen wrench.
6. Remove wheel securing screw. (See Figure Y).
7. Remove wheel securing cap.
8. Wheel will slide off. Watch for keyway key. DO NOT LOSE.
9. Remove wheel spacer. This should be inspected at regular intervals.
ADDING OR CHANGING HYDRAULIC FLUID
1. Occasionally blow out the Filler Port Cap fi lter to remove debris.
2. Change or add fl uid when needed and/or at least once a year under normal condi-
tions. Check fl uid level if there has been a leak, damaged or ruptured hose or a
loose fi tting. Fluid should be level with bottom of Tank Plug Hole (See Figure Z).
3. To
add
fl uid, unscrew Filler Port Cap from top of machine (See Figure AA).
4. To
change
fl uid, remove Filler Port Cap. Remove drain plug from side of machine
(See Figure AA). A container approximately two gallons in size will be needed to
drain fl uid into (fl uid will not be removed from hoses).
5. Machine has a straining system, but add fl uid through a fi lter or funnel with a screen
to keep fl uid clean.
6. Use Texaco Rando 46 Hydraulic Oil Light, stock #6280-1 or comparable.
INSPECTION OF INTERNAL PARTS
Visual inspection of internal parts can be done without draining tank.
1. Remove two lifting bail eyebolts and the two bolts from the back of the tank.
2. Carefully lift tank 7.6 to 10.2 cm (3’’ to 4’’).
3. Using
a
fl ashlight, inspect drive chain, hoses, front seal on motor, and suction and
pressure line on pump.
4. If service is necessary, follow procedure for tank removal.
NOTE: Figures Y, Z and AA are shown without sliding side weights for clarity.
FIG. Y
FIG. Z
FIG. AA
WARNING:
ALWAYS UNPLUG MACHINE BEFORE MAINTAINING.
Tank
Plug Hole
Filler Port
Cap
Drain
Plug
