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Section V - MAINTENANCE (cont'd)
5.3 LUBRICATION & PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE (cont'd)
(b) Check hydraulic oil level in reservoir and fill to proper level.
Refer to 5.4, SUMMARY OF REQUIRED LUBRICANTS for
recommended oils to use.
(c) Replace hydraulic oil filters after first week of operation, then
every three (3) months thereafter.
(d) Inspect all bolts for tightness and re-tighten as necessary.
Vibration and stress may loosen even properly torqued bolts.
(e) Lubricate all grease fittings on the Wrecker and Wheel Lift weekly
including:
1. Bellcranks and Control Handle Shafts
2. Winch
3. Cables
3. Cylinder Pivot Bearings
4. Cross Bar Pivot
5. Boom and Wheel Lift Slide Pads
6. Boom End Swivels
(f) All bearing surfaces not equipped with grease fittings should
be oiled using SAE 30 oil in a pump can.
(g) Check oil level of winches and fill to proper level, level plug
on end plates, with SAE 140 general purpose gear oil.
(h) Lubricate grease fitting on winch freespool clutch control.
(i) Lubricate winch cables using an oily rag while respooling onto
drum. Other special cable lubricants are available which have
better penetrating qualities. Consult your local oil company for
a list of these.
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