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LXT95 / LXT115
Log Trailer & Grapple
7. Service and Maintenance
WARNING!
Risk of serious personal injury. Stop engine
before performing ANY service or maintenance
procedure. Reinstall all covers and shields
removed before putting machine back into
service.
WARNING!
Shut down the machine and allow it to cool
before performing any service, maintenance, or
inspection procedure. Engine components and
oil may be hot enough to cause injury.
Make sure the machine is in a Safe Condition to
work on. Review Maintenance Safety beforehand.
Place the machine in a Safe Condition before performing
any service, maintenance work or storage preparation by
performing the following:
Safe Condition
– Make sure grapple is closed and resting on trailer
– Install boom lock pin
– Turn off fuel valve (power pack equipped)
– Make sure trailer load is secure
– Set the parking brake on the tow vehicle. Stop the engine
• 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.
• Never operate the tractor engine inside a closed building.
The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation.
• Before working on this machine, shut off the engine, set
the brake, and turn fuel valve off.
• Allow the machine to cool before performing
maintenance. Components and oil may be hot enough to
cause burn injury.
• Never work underneath equipment unless it is blocked
securely.
• When performing any service or maintenance work
always wear proper PPE for the job.
• Where replacement parts are necessary, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to restore equipment
to original specifications. The manufacturer is not
responsible for injuries or damages caused by use of
unapproved parts or accessories.
• Inspect and tighten all bolts, nuts and screws. Check
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that all electrical and hydraulic connections are properly
secured to ensure chipper is in a safe working condition.
• After completing a service procedure, make sure all
covers and shields are reinstalled.
• When cleaning any parts, do not use gasoline or diesel
fuel. Use a regular cleanser.
• Always use proper tools in good condition.
• A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept readily
accessible while performing maintenance on this
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equipment.
7.1 Fluids and Lubricants
1. Engine Oil
SAE 10W-30 is recommended for general use. Refer to
the engine manufacturer's manual for maintenance and
service information.
2. Grease
Use an SAE multi-purpose high temperature grease with
extreme pressure (EP) performance. Also acceptable is an
SAE multipurpose lithium-based grease.
3. Engine Fuel
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline.
Refer to the engine manual.
4. Hydraulic Oil
Use Dexron® III ATF for all operating conditions. Dexron VI
or Mercon® are acceptable substitutes.
5. Storing Lubricants
Your machine 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.
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Service and Maintenance
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