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10.8 SERVICE CHECKS
10.8.1 Daily Inspection (8 Hours)
WARNING
Fire Hazard
Gasoline is a highly fl ammable fuel.
Improper use, handling, or storage of
gasoline can be dangerous. Never touch or fi ll a
hot engine. DO NOT fi ll the engine's fuel tank
near an open fl ame while smoking or while
engine is running. DO NOT fi ll tank in an
enclosed area with poor ventilation. Wipe up
spills immediately.
1. Check engine oil level and fi ll as needed.
2. Check engine fuel level and fi ll as needed.
3. Check hydraulic fl uid level and fi ll as
needed.
4. Initially check wheel bolt torque at 50 miles.
5. Check remote transmitter battery life and
change them, if needed. The unit will shut off
if the batteries are too weak.
6. Check underbin and incline delivery belts for
proper tracking.
7. Visually inspect tires for wear or damage.
8. Check condition of the 12 volt battery.
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10.8.2 Weekly Inspection (50 Hours)
1. Check the tension on the underbin and incline
delivery belts. Adjust tension if needed. For
the Incline conveyor, refer to"10.4.2 Belt
Tension Adjustment" on page 49 of this
manual. For the Underbin conveyor, refer
to "10.5.2 Belt Tension Adjustment" on page
50 of this manual.
2. Check tire pressure. Infl ate the tires to the
recommended pressure stated on the tire.
3. Clean the remote transmitter.
10.8.3 Semi-Annual Inspection (100
Hours)
1. Change engine oil.
2. Clean or change engine air intake foam fi lter.
10.8.4 Annual Inspection (400 Hours)
1. Check wheel bolt torque. "10.6 Wheel Bolt
Torque Requirements" on page 52 for
tightening instructions.
2. Check frame-to-trailer hold-down bolts.
3. Check hydraulic pump to engine shaft coupling
and spider. Refer to "10.2.4 Hydraulic Pump
Coupling" on page 46 for instructions.
4. Replace engine air intake paper fi lter element.
5. Inspect all electrical wiring connections for
looseness or corrosion. Replace any failed
bulbs.
6. Thoroughly clean the seed tender.
7. Check the tires for wear, and replace if needed.
8. Check the condition of the UHMW conveyor
slide plates and swing bushings.
9. Inspect Brake Lining Wear. Brake service, if
required, should be performed by a qualifi ed
truck repair shop.
10.9 AXLE MAINTENANCE
For axle maintenance, consult a certifi ed dealer
and follow the recommendations of the OEM
manufacturer.
10.10 TIRES
Check the tires for normal and/or abnormal tire
wear. Replace tires that are damaged or worn
beyond normal tread life. Refer to the axle OEM
manual for a Tire Wear Diagnostic Chart.
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