Maintenance
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Maintenance Schedule
IMPORTANT: Maintenance intervals apply to average operating conditions and loads. More frequent
maintenance may be required depending upon the level and type of use.
Log all maintenance as it is performed in the “Maintenance Log” on page 163.
NOTE: Refer to the hour meter and the required maintenance display screen to determine maintenance
interval timing. See “Maintenance Interval” on page 125.
Checks, Cleaning and Inspection
Table 35: Checks Cleaning and Inspection
Service Procedure
Maximum Interval
10 Hours
(or daily)
250 Hours (or
every 6
months)
500 Hours (or
annually)
Clean machine X
Inspect machine for general wear/damage X
Check bucket cutting edge X
Check safety interlock system X
Inspect tracks for damage/wear X
Check automatic track tensioning X
Check engine oil level and condition X
Check coolant level and condition X
Check hydraulic fluid level and condition X
Check fuel level and fill if necessary X
Check windshield washer system and wiper blade, if applicable X
Check exhaust for excessive smoke emission X
Check hydraulic cylinder piston rods for damage/wear; clean if necessary X
Check ROPS structure (all fasteners must be installed and tightly secured) X
Check water separator and drain water, if present
X
1
Check coolant system for leaks, dirt and debris X
Check hydraulic hoses and tubes for cracks, leaks and/or debris X
Check hydraulic tank, valves and cylinders for leaks and/or damage X
Check coolant anti-freeze mixture X
Check belt tension and condition X
Check engine cover lock X
Check engine idle X
Clean radiator/oil cooler fins X
Check hinge pins, joint bushings, pivot bolts and bearings X
Check engine mounts X
Check exhaust system for damage X
Clean battery terminals X
Check timing belt X
Check fuel injectors X
Check electrical system for damage, wire routing X
1. Model RT250: Multi-function screen displays the engine error code “97-12” if water is present in water separator. See “Engine Error
Code Screen” on page 51 and “(Model RT250) Fuel prefilter sensor error” on page 174