Diamond Products UDM - Manual (Page 20)

Maintaining the UDM
Failure to read and comply with the maintenance
instructions provided in this manual prior to
performing maintenance may result in serious
injuries and/or death, and may harm the machine.
DO NOT attempt to perform maintenance on the
machine if you are not properly trained for it, or are
not supervised by an experienced person.
Refer to the Diamond Products’ Parts List for
additional information and part diagrams when
performing maintenance tasks. Refer to the engine
manual and manufacturer as the primary source for
all safety, operations, and maintenance instructions
for the engine. All non-routine maintenance tasks
should be performed by an authorized service
center. Contact the machine and/or engine
manufacturers with any additional questions.
Maintenance Overview
Complete the following tasks as required. DO NOT
delay maintenance! Print the Error! Reference
source not found. from Error! Reference source not
found. to keep track of maintenance tasks
completed.
Daily/Regularly
Inspect belts for tension and wear. Replace or
re-tension as necessary.
Inspect machine for damages.
Tighten loose nuts, screws, and bolts.
Check all fluid levels and fill as necessary (fuel,
water, hydraulic oil, engine oil).
Wipe down and clean machine to remove dust,
debris, and slurry from components (especially
fans).
Wipe down engine’s exterior and oil cooler.
Look for fluid leaks.
Check hydraulic oil filter gauge and replace
filter as necessary.
Check water trap jars and clean as necessary.
Check tire pressure and add air as necessary.
Clean air cleaner (see engine manual).
Inspect hydraulic hoses, couplings, and fittings
for leaks.
Clean quick disconnects prior to connecting
hydraulic hoses.
Inspect the roller carriage and adjust as
necessary.
Note: Refer to the engine manual and
manufacturer for daily engine care and
maintenance tasks.
Part Lubrication
DO NOT grease parts with
the engine running.
Lubricating parts on schedule increases the
machine’s efficiency and life. Use NLGI No. 2
premium lithium-based grease when lubricating
parts.
Hydraulic Pillow Block
Lubricate the pillow block grease fitting every 40
hours of operation.
Rear Axle
Lubricate both rear axle bearing grease fittings
annually.
Tires
Fit blocks/jacks under the
frame edges at the front and
back of the frame for support
when working under the
machine.
Inspect the tires regularly for damages and wear
and replace as necessary. Fill the tires with air
(check tire sidewall for recommended tire pressure)
as necessary.
Replacing the Front Tires
1. Raise the front tires slightly off the ground.
2. Remove the dust cap.
3. Loosen the setscrew in the set collar.
4. Remove the set collar and tire from the front tire
shaft.
5. Place a new tire onto the shaft.
6. Place the set collar against the tire on the shaft.
7. Tighten the setscrew into the set collar to secure
the tire.
8. Replace the dust cap.
Replacing the Rear Tires
1. Raise the rear tires slightly off the ground.
2. Loosen the setscrew in the set collar.
3. Remove the set collar and tire from the rear
axle shaft.
4. Place a new tire onto the shaft.
5. Place the set collar against the tire on the shaft.
6. Tighten the setscrew into the set collar to secure
the tire.
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