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Maintenance
4-1 SCHEDULED SERVICE CHECKS
Daily/Weekly Service Checks
Perform the following daily/weekly service checks as listed in Table 4-1.
Table 4-1. Daily/Weekly Service Checks
Service Check
Daily
before use Weekly
Check battery electrolyte level. If battery charge is low, add
water to bring electrolyte just above plates. If batteries are
fully charged, raise electrolyte to full mark in each cell.
Check and retighten all nuts and bolts.
Check that cage gate is secure.
Check to see that all decals are present.
Check that controls and indicators on upper and lower
control panels operate properly.
Check/add hydraulic oil.
Check/add engine oil.
Check/add transmission oil.
Check air filter for dirty or damaged elements. Clean or
replace dirty filter elements. Replace all damaged elements.
Check trailer tires for proper inflation. When cold, tires
should be inflated to 65 psi.
Check trailer running lights for proper operation.
Check trailer hitch components for damage and proper
operation. Refer to Trailer Hitching in paragraph 3-6.
Check electrical wiring for cuts, loose terminals, broken
wires, chaffing, corrosion, or other damage. Repair all
damage, remove corrosion, and seal exposed connections.
Use small diameter probe to check upper control box drain
holes for clogging. If clogged, open box and remove debris.
Lubricate grease fittings labeled LUBRICATE WEEKLY
with NLGI Grade 2 multi-purpose grease.
Check trailer and boom lift for missing or loose hardware.
Replace or tighten missing or loose hardware as needed.
