Buhler 2180 - Manual (Page 189)

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SECTION 3 - LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
GENERAL INFORMATION
INTRODUCTION
This section gives full details of the service
procedures necessary to maintain your tractor at
peak efficiency. The lubrication and maintenance
chart on page 3-8 provides a ready reference to
these requirements. Each operation is numbered for
easy reference.
In addition to the regular maintenance operations
listed, check the following items every 10 hours or
daily during the first 50 hours of operation:
• Wheel nuts for tightness
• Front axle hub oil levels - Four Wheel Drive
(FWD) only
IMPORTANT: Park the tractor on level ground and,
where applicable, extend all cylinders before
checking oil levels.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read and observe all safety precautions listed in
“Servicing the Tractor” in Safety Precaution -
Section 0.
NOTE: Dispose of used filters and fluids properly.
CAUTION
Do not check, lubricate, service or adjust the
tractor with the engine running.
PREVENTING SYSTEM CONTAMINATION
To prevent contamination when changing oils, filters,
etc., always clean the area around filler caps, level
plugs, drain plugs, dipsticks and filters prior to
removal. Before connecting remote cylinders,
ensure that oil contained within them is clean, has not
degenerated due to long storage and is of the correct
grade.
To prevent dirt entry during greasing, wipe dirt from
the grease fittings before greasing. Wipe excess
grease from the fitting after greasing.
FLEXIBLE MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
The intervals listed in the lubrication and mainte-
nance chart are guidelines to be used when
operating in normal working conditions.
Adjust the intervals for environmental and working
conditions. Intervals should be shortened under
adverse (wet, muddy, sandy, extremely dusty)
working conditions.
LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
CHART - PAGES 3-8 AND 3-9
The chart lists the intervals when routine checks,
lubrication, service and/or adjustments should be
performed. Use the chart as a quick reference guide
when servicing the tractor. The operations follow the
chart.
FIRST 50-HOUR SERVICE
At the first 50-hour service, ensure that the following
additional service operations are carried out. The
items are listed in the “First 50-Hour Service”
checklist at the rear of this manual.
• Change engine oil and filter
• Change fuel filter / water separator
• Clean fuel sedimenter
• Change hydraulic oil filter
• Change transmission oil filter
• Check adjustment of front wheel bearings (two
wheel drive only)
• Change FWD differential oil
• Change FWD axle hub oil
• Check and adjust park brake
• Check all air intake connections
• Tighten all cooling system hose connections.
• Check torque of front end weight clamp bolts
(when installed)
• Check torque of safety cab mount bolts
• Check torque of exhaust manifold bolts
NOTE: Items listed in the first 50-hour check are
important. If not performed, early component failure
and reduced tractor life may result.