Operational Checks - Honda FL5540K1 Operator's Manual

OPERATIONAL CHECK
Check all pivot points on the loader.
Lubricate as necessary.
(See lubrication chart.) on page number 44
Check loader hydraulic fluid.
Note: Check fluid level with loader arms
down and bucket flat on the ground.
Remove oil check screw and see if oil will run
out hole. (Do not overfill)
If oil level is low, remove oil fill plug and add
hydraulic fluid until it runs out of oil check hole.
Re-install and tighten the oil check screw and
oil fill plug. Operate the loader up and down
several times and recheck oil level.
Replenish as necessary.
Operate and check the loader main frame and
bucket for interference, noise, and bending of
parts.
check:
Tractor Owner's Manual for recommended
tire pressure
all
That bolts and hoses have been tight-
ened and that all tools have been removed
from tractor and loader.
Weight box is installed and correct weight
added.
using loader, double
START UP PROCEDURE
Ensure tractor meets all requirements in
Tractor Preparation Section. (page
Check front loader hydraulic fluid level.
Note: Bucket and lift cylinders should be fully
retracted when checking hydraulic fluid level.
Check all hydraulic hose connections to
ensure that they are not leaking.
Lubricate all pivot points that incorporate
grease fittings.
Start tractor and run engine at approximately
-
1200 1400 RPM for initial cycling of loader.
Push PTO lever forward to "ON"
A - -Before using front loader
for the first time, cycle lift and bucket cylinders
to purge air from cylinder. Air
system can cause unexpected fall of main
frame, causing injury or damage to loader or
tractor.
Cycle lift and bucket cylinders with bucket
empty several times to seat-in cylinder
components.
Check all hydraulic hose routings to ensure
adequate clearances exist between hoses
and adjacent components.
-The tractor/front loader
should only be operated with all safety
equipment properly installed.
-Operate loader from the
tractor seat only. Engine will not
engaged unless operator's seat is occupied.
OPERATIONAL CHECK
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the hydraulic
in
with
run PTO
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