Maintenance - ABI Attachments RASCAL Series Owner's Manual

Maintenance

Wheels and Hubs
Make sure to check the pressure in the tires to ensure they are properly inflated. If the tires look to be low on air, fill them until
they reach the manufacturer's suggested PSI. The proper PSI for the tire can be located on the side wall of the tire.
General information on the PSI for the Rascal tires:
4-ply Rascal Tire: 45 PSI
2-ply Rascal Tire: 50-60 PSI
Information on the ply of the tire can be found on the side wall of the tire.
Be sure to grease the hubs, either using a grease gun or by manually packing the bearings every 2-3 months, or more frequently
for high volume use of the Rascal. The hubs will also need to be greased before any period of storage and prior to use after a
period of storage.
Cleaning the Rascal
Clean the Rascal using soap and water as needed. Avoid using any strong chemicals as it may damage the paint on the Rascal. A
pressure washer may be used to remove built up material on the Rascal. If using a pressure washer, be sure to stand away from the
Rascal as the pressure may remove paint from the Rascal. If cleaning the Rascal with the optional electric actuator attachment,
do not spray water directly on the wiring harness or control box. This may damage the electric actuator, control box, or wiring
harness.
Removing Rust from the Rascal/Paint Touch Up
Remove rust from the Rascal using a wire brush or piece of fine sand paper. Wash area with soap and water, rinse, and allow
area to dry. Spray the area with a rust inhibiting spray paint and allow to dry before use. If desired, a primer can be used before
painting the surface with the finished color. Black semi-gloss or gloss spray paint may be used.
Checking Hardware
Before each use, check to make sure none of the attaching hardware on the Rascal is loose or damaged (i.e. nuts, bolts, pins). If
any is found to be loose, make sure it is properly secured or tightened prior to using the Rascal. If hardware is damaged, replace it
prior to operation. All hardware on the Rascal is standard SAE Grade 5 hardware.
TopLink
Be sure to keep the threaded bolts on your toplink greased so they do not seize over time.
Finish Rake
Occasionally over the life of the tool, there may be a bent finger on the finish rake. If this occurs, place a
pipe over the bent finger and use the pipe to straighten the finger back out.
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