PT Series Operator & Parts Manual - McConnel

MAINTENANCERegular MaintenanceRegular maintenance carried out at the intervals specified in the maintenance chart belowwill ensure that the machine operates correctly and safely and minimise operational downtime. See following page for maintenance safety before attempting to work on the machine.After 1 Hour of Use (New Machine) Check all gearbox mounting bolts for tightness - tighten if required. Check mounting bolts on blade carrier(s) - tighten if required. Check headstock mounting bolts for tightness - tighten if required.After 10 Hours of Use (New Machine) Check gearbox oil level(s) - top up if required. Check blades for damage. Check blade bushes for wear. Check headstock mounting bolts for tightness - tighten if required.Maintenance SchedulePTO ShaftMACHINE COMPONENTMAINTENANCE INTERVALWeekly Fortnightly Monthly AnnuallyInspect and lubricate – refer to manufacturer’s manual ● ●Centre GearboxesCheck mounting bolts – tighten if required ● ●Check oil level – top up if required ● ●Replace oil – drain and refillOuter Gearboxes (where applicable)Check mounting bolts – tighten if required ● ●Check oil level – top up if required ● ●Replace oil – drain and refillBlade CarrierCheck mounting bolts – tighten if required ● ●BladesCheck for damage or wear ● ●Check bushes for wear ● ●Headstock (where applicable)Check mounting bolts – tighten if required ● ●Flexible Couplings (where applicable)Check for cracks and damage ● ●FastenersCheck tightness and condition of fasteners and fittings ● ●Power Take Off (PTO) ShaftRefer to the PTO Shaft Manufacturer’s instructions for adjusting or servicing this component;the instruction booklet will be attached to the new shaft on delivery of the machine.33●●