Maintenance - HLA BR72 Operator's Manual

Regular maintenance is the key to long equipment life and safe operation. It is very important that these
maintenance functions be performed as described below.
SAFETY FIRST!! READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (
of this manual)
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Inspect the attachment for shipping damage. If damage does exist, do not operate until the damaged parts have been
replaced or repaired.
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Ensure all nuts and bolts are in place and properly tightened.
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Ensure all other fasteners are in place and are performing their specified function.
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Ensure all hydraulic fittings are tightened and there are no leaks in any fittings or hoses.
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Ensure all safety signs are in place, are clean and are legible.
SEE THE SAFETY SIGN SECTION (page 6)
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Replace any damaged parts and excessively worn parts.
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Check sweep pattern.
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Check brush pattern; adjust as necessary.
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Check drive shaft. Lubricate universal joints with high quality grease. Tighten universal joint set screws.
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Inspect electrical wires. Apply silicon spray to connections.
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Check bearings for tightness. Tighten or replace as needed.
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Grease all (10) lubrication points. Each grease point is identified with a label like the one shown below.
BROOM MAINTENANCE
BEFORE BEGINNING ANY BROOM MAINTENANCE OPERATION.
BEFORE FIRST USE
BEFORE EACH USE
AFTER EVERY 8 HOURS OF OPERATION
MONTHLY OR AFTER EVERY 40 HOURS OF OPERATION
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