Automatic Oiler. BALZER FIELD FLOATER 6

MAINTENANCE

Automatic Oiler

Before Start of Season

1 Check the oil reservoir for any moisture or debris which may have accumulated during storage If moisture or debris is in the reservoir, drain and clean the reservoir as best as possible to remove moisture and debris When adding oil to a cleaned reservoir, slowly add 1/8 cup of new oil This will allow the oil to enter the pump and air to escape the pump

Adding the oil too fast will result in air being trapped in the pump See “Automatic Oiler Not Working” on Page 51

for steps in removing trapped air

2 Check the oil level in the reservoir ( Figure 66 ) Fill the oil reservoir with SAE 30 motor oil if necessary

FIGURE 66

Reservoir

3 Start the tractor and engage the PTO Once the PTO is up to speed, press the trigger on the joystick to engage the augers and to have the automatic oiler pump oil out to the gear box Press the trigger again to disengage the augers and to have the automatic oiler pump oil out to the gear box again Repeat this a couple of times to ensure the drive chains inside the gear box have received adequate oil

4 Shut off the tractor and check the automatic oiler and oil lines for any leaks

DANGER

Make sure tractor is turned off and the PTO is disconnected from the tractor before removing the auger drive chains covers and shields. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.

5 Remove the covers on the auger drive system to see that the drive chains have received fresh oil and that the oil brushes are touching the drive chains If the brushes are not touching the drive chains, they need to be replaced

Daily Maintenance Checks

1 Check the reservoir for any moisture or debris and remove as best as possible

2 Check the oil level in the reservoir ( Figure 64 ) The reservoir must not go empty otherwise damage to the oiler or the gear box may occur Fill the reservoir if necessary using SAE 30 motor oil

3 Check the automatic oiler and oil lines for any leaks, cracks, or kinks and replace if necessary

End of Season/Preparing for Storage

Fill the reservoir at least half full, but not completely full, with SAE 30 motor oil This will allow for expansion if it occurs

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