Preventative Maintenance - Bolttech-Mannings TorqLinks Operation & Maintenance Manual

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

Tool failure does occur. Such failure is most often in the hydraulic connectors or
hoses. These items are repairable/replaceable immediately, since they are
available universally. Failures of structural members of the tool are quite rare, but
replacement parts are available from stock.
Special tools are required for the disassembly of the hydraulic cylinder and drive
mechanism.
 LUBRICATION: Tool should be lubricated annually under guidelines
detailed in this manual. Under harsh environmental conditions, cleaning
and lubricating should be done more frequently.
 HYDRAULIC HOSES: Hoses should be checked for cracks and leaks
after each job. Hydraulic fittings can become plugged with dirt and should
be flushed periodically.
 QUICK-CONNECTS: Fittings should be kept clean and not allowed to be
dragged along the ground or floor, as even small particles of dirt can
cause internal valves to malfunction. External leakage can be eliminated
by applying a fresh coat of good quality sealant to the threads and
tightening securely.
Before and after each use the user should check tightness of swivel
connection. By hand, grab the swivel by the fittings and work the swivel
back and forth to make sure there is no play in the swivel base. Swivel
base cap screws should be tight enough to eliminate any play in the swivel
assembly base connection. If there is any play in the swivel base, do not
use and service prior to use.
Revision Date 8/14/2014
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