Labrie EXPERT Maintenance Manual page 54

44 General Maintenance
D. Inspecting Packer - Co-Mingle Units W/O Loading Arm
To inspect the packer:
1.
Check the follower panel hinges and verify that there is no wear on the panel surface (see Figure
3-19).
Figure 3-19 Extended packer
2.
Inspect the scraper (nylon strip) at the bottom of both floating panels (see Figure 3-19). This
nylon strip wipes out dirt every time the packer goes back and forth.
Replace this scraper before it is worn down to the top of its holding screws (see Lower Wear Pad
on page 165).
3.
Visually inspect both packer side rails and rollers (see Figure 3-20).
If signs of premature wear are apparent, replace the faulty parts (see Sliding Shoes on page 127,
Follower Panels on page 179, and Rollers on page 190).
Figure 3-20 Side rail and roller
4.
Check out for leaks on hydraulic hoses and tubes.
Tighten leaking connections and/or replace defective hoses.
5.
Verify cylinder rods:
Make sure that cylinder rod ends are clear of debris.
5 a.
Make sure that cylinder rods have no scratches that may cause the cylinder to leak oil.
5 b.
Chute
Hinges
Follower
panels
Side rail
Scraper
Roller