Operational checks – HONDA FL5540K1 User Manual
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OPERATIONAL CHECK
OPERATIONAL
CHECK
Check all pivot points on the loader.
Lubricate as necessary.
(See lubrication chart.) on page number
44
Check loader hydraulic fluid.
Note: Check fluid level with loader arms
down and bucket flat on the ground.
Remove oil check screw and see if oil will run
out hole. (Do not overfill)
If
oil level is low, remove oil fill plug and add
hydraulic fluid until it runs out of oil check hole.
Re-install and tighten the oil check screw and
oil fill plug. Operate the loader up and down
several times and recheck oil level.
Replenish
as
necessary.
Operate and check the loader main frame and
bucket for interference, noise, and bending of
parts.
using loader, double
check:
Tractor Owner’s Manual for recommended
tire pressure
That
all
bolts and hoses have been tight-
ened and that all tools have been removed
from tractor and loader.
Weight box is installed and correct weight
added.
START UP PROCEDURE
Ensure tractor meets all requirements in
Tractor Preparation Section. (page
10)
Check front loader hydraulic fluid level.
Note: Bucket and lift cylinders should be fully
retracted when checking hydraulic fluid level.
Check all hydraulic hose connections to
ensure that they are not leaking.
Lubricate all pivot points that incorporate
grease fittings.
Start tractor and run engine at approximately
1200
-
1400 RPM for initial cycling of loader.
Push PTO lever forward to “ON”
A -
-Before using front loader
for the first time, cycle lift and bucket cylinders
to purge air from cylinder. Air
in
the hydraulic
system can cause unexpected fall of main
frame, causing injury or damage to loader or
tractor.
Cycle lift and bucket cylinders with bucket
empty several times to seat-in cylinder
components.
Check all hydraulic hose routings to ensure
adequate clearances exist between hoses
and adjacent components.
-The
loader
should only be operated with
all
safety
equipment properly installed.
-Operate loader from the
tractor seat only. Engine will not
run
with
PTO
engaged unless operator’s seat is occupied.
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