Autoquip AUTO-TILT PORTABLE TILTER - Manual (Page 22)

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10. Install new packing and seals on the piston, rod, and gland nut. Inspect all
grooves and seal surfaces for any imperfections and repair or replace as
necessary.
11. Grease all seals and packing liberally with grease or equivalent, and install the
gland nut and the piston on the rod. Torque the locknut to 500 ft-lbs.
12. Install the rod into the jacket assembly taking care not to damage any seals or
packing.
13. Using a spanner wrench, turn the gland nut clockwise until it is completely inserted
in the jacket assembly.
14. Check the clevis pin bushings in the cylinder rod for wear and replace as
necessary.
15. Install the assembled cylinder into the tilter by carefully inserting the clevis pin
through the clevis and cylinder rod. Be sure the clevis pin is free of nicks and
burrs. Extreme care must be taken to prevent damage to the clevis pin bushings.
Install the retaining rings and washers on the pin (cylinder rod may be extended by
hand).
16. Connect the cylinder hydraulic hose using the recommended sealant.
17. Check all pins and other mechanical components as well as the hydraulic
components to assure that the assembly is complete and in good condition.
18. Connect the power source back up and bump the “UP” lever. Bleed the system of
air.
19. Raise the tilter and remove the maintenance leg; return it to its storage location on
the tilter base.
20. Raise and lower the tilter to help remove air from the system.
21. Check the oil level in the reservoir with the tilter in the fully lowered position. Add
oil as necessary (see “Specifications” section).
22. Clean the oil filler breather cap if it appears dirty.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE