MBW R422 - Manual (Page 8)

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M
AINTENANCE
WARNING
Always exercise the stopping procedure before
servicing or lubricating the unit.
After servicing the unit, replace and fasten all
guards, shields, and covers to their original
positions before resuming operation.
CAUTION
Always verify fluid levels and check for leaks after
changing fluids.
Do not drain oil onto ground, into open streams,
or down sewage drains.
Maintenance Schedule
1. Check all hardware after the first 5 hours of use, then follow the maintenance schedule.
2. Change oil in lower unit after the first 50 hours of operation, then follow the maintenance schedule.
Fluid Levels
Engine Maintenance
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for maintenance
intervals and procedures.
• Check and clean the air cleaner element at least once
daily, The air cleaner has a foam pre-cleaner that can be
washed.
• Check the engine oil level by removing the dipstick (the
engine must be level). The oil level should be between
the marks on the dipstick. See the “Check Engine Oil”
section of the engine “Owner’s Manual” for information.
• See the “Change Engine Oil” section of the engine
“Owner’s Manual” for information on the oil change
intervals.
Engine Speed
Engine speed is factory set according to the speed listed in
the Specifications section of this manual. Refer to the
engine owners manual for procedure on setting operating
speed if necessary.
Checking Percussion System Oil
Refer to Lower Unit Assembly, page 16.
The rammer percussion system and gearbox are lubricated
by an oil mist which is formed and carried throughout the
rammer by a pumping action in the machine's lower system.
1. Before daily operation, place the rammer on a flat
surface and check the oil level in the glass sight (#2)
on the spring box guard (#9).
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE DAILY
EVERY 25
HOURS
EVERY 300
HOURS
YEARLY
Air Cleaner Check and clean X
Engine Refer to engine operator/owner manual X
Hardware Check and tighten as needed
1 X X
In Line Fuel Filter Replace X X
Percussion
System
Check oil level X
Change oil
2 X X
Shockmounts Check for cracks or deterioration X
Spark Plug Replace X X
SYSTEM FLUID VOLUME RECOMMENDED OIL
Percussion System 10 oz SF SAE 10W-30 Motor Oil
Engine Refer to engine operator/owner manual