Storage And Return To Service; Storage; Return To Service - Farm King HS8525 Operator And Parts Manual

STORAGE AND RETURN TO SERVICE

Storage

Sometimes it may be necessary to store your equipment
for an extended period of time. Perform the following
before placing into storage:
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
Always relieve the pressure in hydraulic system and
close hydraulic lock-up valves when the equipment
is not being operated. Wings may unfold due to
thermal expansion of hydraulic oil causing damage
to equipment, property or severe injury or death to
person(s) nearby.
Do not leave cylinders under hydraulic pressure,
especially if cylinders are activated during cool
temperatures. The expansion of oil which takes
place when machine is in a warmer environment
may cause serious damage to cylinder, lines or
hoses. Always release hydraulic pressure and close
lock-up valves before unhitching from tractor.
DO NOT permit children to play on or around the
stored equipment.
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• Set planks under each wheel.
• Relieve pressure in all hydraulic cylinders.
• Disconnect hydraulic hoses from tractor and cap.
• Thoroughly clean the equipment.
• Lubricate the equipment.
• Inspect the hitch and all welds on the equipment for
wear and damage.
• Check for loose hardware, missing guards, or
damaged parts.
• Check for damaged or missing safety signs (decals).
Replace if necessary.
• Replace worn or damaged parts.
• Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent
rusting.
• Store the equipment in a clean, dry, sheltered area.
• Place the equipment flat on the ground.
• Storing outdoors - Cover hydraulic cylinders and
hoses with weatherproof material and coat all
exposed cylinder shafts with grease.

Return To Service

After the equipment has been in storage, perform the
following before placing into storage:
Do not attempt to lift equipment out of frozen
ground by lowering transport wheels which can
cause serious damage to equipment components.
• Lubricate the equipment.
• Clean and inspect equipment.
• Tighten loose hardware and replace damaged parts.
• Inspect and repack wheel bearings with a SAE multi
purpose type grease.
• Check that tires are properly inflated.
• Connect to a tractor and operate equipment, verify all
functions operate correctly.
• Check for leaks. Repair as needed.
• Review the Operator's Manual.