Operation and maintenance manual

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EVERY 1 000 HOURS OF OPERATION (6 MONTHS)
Service Brakes (TA40) - Check indicator wear pins for signs of wear and replace
friction plates where necessary. Test for proper function.
Note: This service interval applies to normal driving. Check the pins more frequently
under more severe conditions. In the fully worn plate condition the indicator pin is flush
with the bottom of the counterbore.
Transmission - Drain oil, replace remote mounted filters, clean internal filter and
finger magnet. Refill transmission.
Hydraulic Oil Filter - Clean filter housing and install new element when indicated,
or after 1000 hours of operation, whichever comes first.
Brake Coolant Tank (TA40 only) - Drain oil, replace filter and breather. Refill
brake coolant tank. Replace tank breather.
Axles (TA35) - Drain lubricant and refill to level plug.
Note: When refilling centre axle ensure that 3rd differential unit is primed with
1 litre (1.75 UK pints) of oil before filling drive head.
Parking Brake - Check pads and disc for wear. Adjust or replace if required.
Test for proper function. Thickness of pad friction material should never be
allowed to wear below 3 mm (0.12 in).
Articulation Bearings - IMPORTANT - Use only grease which conforms to
EMS19057 specification. Remove plugs and fit lube fittings. Lubricate slowly until
excess lube is seen. Remove lube fittings and refit plugs.
Driveshaft Bearings - Remove plug from port on underside of oscillation hub. Plug
is removed to drain the cavity of any oil that enters the cavity when filling. Remove
grommet and level plug on side of oscillation hub. Add oil if required. Refit all plugs.
Grease Points - Grease door hinges.