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4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efficient and safe operation of the Tridekon Grain
Boss Extractor requires that each operator reads
and understands the operating procedures and all
related safety precautions outlined in this section. A
pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator.
It is important for both the personal safety and main-
taining the good mechanical condition of the Grain
Boss Extractor that this checklist is followed.
Before operating the Grain Boss Extractor and
each time thereafter, the following areas should be
checked off:
1. Service the machine per the schedule outlined
in Section 5 Service and Maintenance.
2. Use only a tractor that provides oil at the required
pressure and flow to operate the machine. Ex-
tractor needs 1 outlet with 45 lpm (12 gpm) at
2500 psi (12,500 kpa).
3. Check that all guards are installed, secured and
functioning as intended. Do not operate with
missing or damaged shields.
4. Check worksite. Clean up working area to pre-
vent slipping or tripping.
5. Check the pick-up head. Remove any twine,
plastic or other material that has become en-
tangled.
6. Check that all bearings turn freely. Replace any
that are rough or seized.
7. Check for hydraulic leaks. Tighten any leaking
fittings.
8. Check that the PTO and driveline shields turn
freely and that the driveline can telescope eas-
ily.
9. Check oil level in drive boxes. Top up as re-
quired.
4.3 MACHINE BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the
Grain Boss Extractor when used for the first time,
it is recommended that the following mechanical
items be checked:
A.
Before starting work:
1. Read the Grain Boss Extractor Operator's
Manual.
B.
After operating or for the first 1/2 hour:
1. Re-torque all the fasteners and hardware.
2. Check that all safety signs are installed and
legible. Apply new signs if required.
3. Check the drive chain tension and align-
ment. Tension or align as required.
4. Check that all guards are installed andwork-
ing as intended.
5. Check that the PTO and driveline shields
turn freely.
6. Check condition of driveline and auger
bearings.
7. Check the pick-up head for entangledmate-
rial. Remove any entangled material.
8. Check oil level in drive boxes. Top up as
required.
9. Lubricate all grease fittings.
C.
After operating for 5 hours and 10 hours:
1. Repeat items 1 through 9 above.
2. Then go to the normal servicing and main-
tenance schedule as defined in the Main-
tenance Section.