Service And Maintenance; Service; Fluids And Lubricants; Greasing - Midland SIDE DUMP GRAVEL TRAILER Operator's Manual

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

This section provides information on daily and
periodic service and maintenance of the Trailer
unit. Follow these recommendations for safe and
dependable operation of the Trailer unit. Refer to the
safety section at the front of the operator's manual
for all applicable safe maintenance and operating
procedures.
Be sure that all operators are familiar with the
operation and maintenance procedures and related
safety information contained in the operator's manual.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Read and understand all the information
in the Operator's Manual regarding
maintenance, adjusting and servicing the
Trailer unit.
2. Place all controls in neutral, lower box
or block box, stop the engine, remove
ignition key and set the park brake before
adjusting, servicing or maintaining any part
of the Trailer unit.
3. Follow good shop practices:
- Keep service area clean and dry.
- Be sure electrical outlets and tools are
properly grounded.
- Use adequate light for the job at hand.
4. Cage spring brake chamber before
disassembling.
5. Block wheels before de-activating brakes.
6. Disconnect air lines and exhaust air system
before working on end gate.
7. Maintain fasteners in running gear systems
at their specified torque at all times.
8. Establish and maintain a Trailer
Preventative Maintenance (TPM) program
on your equipment. Some jurisdictions
require this program and the maintenance
of records on every commercial vehicle on
the road for future reference.
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5.1

SERVICE

5.1.1

FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

1. Grease:
Use an SAE multi-purpose lithium based grease
with extreme pressure (EP) characteristics.
2. Wheel Hub Oil:
a. Use an SAE 80W90 for normal temperature
conditions (-10°F to 100°F ambients).
b. Use an SAE 85W140 for hot temperature
conditions (100°F and hotter ambients).
c. Use an SAE 30W motor oil for ambients
below -10°F.
Capacity: 1 pint (500 ml)
3. Hydraulic Oil:
Use an SAE 10W or 20-20W viscosity standard
industrial hydraulic oil for all operating conditions.
Cylinder Capacity: 265 - 230 litres, 60 U.S. gal
250 & smaller - 200 litres, 50 U.S. gal.
4. Storing Lubricants
Your Trailer can operate at top efficiency only if
clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers
to handle all lubricants. Store them in an
area protected from dust, moisture and other
contaminants.
5.1.2

GREASING

Refer to Section 5.1.1 for recommended grease.
Use the Service Record checklist provided to
keep a record of all scheduled servicing.
1. It is recommended that a high-pressure air
greaser be used for greasing to insure that the
bushings receive sufficient lubricant.
2. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before
greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.
3. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.
4. If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean
thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passageway.
Replace fitting if necessary.