MBW MK8 75 - Manual (Page 9)

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M
AINTENANCE
WARNING
Always follow 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.
Fluid Levels
Engine Maintenance
Refer to the engine owner’s manual for maintenance
intervals and procedures.
Engine Speed
The engine speed is factory preset according to the speeds
listed in the Specifications section. Do not tamper with the
governor settings. The governor establishes safe operating
limits that must not be exceeded.
Cleaning
Clean the float machine at the end of each working day to
prevent the cement from hardening on the machine. Wash
the dirty parts with a brush and water. Wet the parts exposed
to cement with "stripping" oil (never fuel oil). Do not oil the
rubber moving parts (belts, etc.).
Reduction Gear Oil
Checking the Oil
1. Make sure machine is off.
2. Locate the sight gage on the outward side of the
gearboxes.
3. Oil level should be centered in oil sight gage.
Replacing the Oil
1. Remove the drain plug, located under the sight gage,
and drain oil.
2. Replace drain plug.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE DAILY WEEKLY
EVERY 100
HOURS
YEARLY
Clean machine thoroughly X
Engine Refer to engine operator/owner manual X
Clean air filter X
Drive gear Check wear and tensioning of belts X
Grease drive shafts X
Check reduction gear oil X
Change gear oil X
Hardware Check and tighten as needed X
Check guard and blade hardware X
SYSTEM FLUID VOLUME RECOMMENDED OIL 18874
Gearbox 52oz Cylinder/Gear Oil 220
Engine Refer to engine operator/owner manual