FAN 6U1539 - Caterpillar

7.1 Introduction
This chapter indicates maintenance routines and related safety measures.
Do not touch rotating components.* If you intend to perform maintenance work shut down the unit.7.2 Maintenance and Care Activities
The service life of machinery and equipment can be considerably increased by taking appropriate maintenance and care steps.Perform visual inspections on a daily basis. In particular, check the tightness of the gear.Check the equipment regularly for unusual noise.Make oil level checks at regular intervals (oil level monitoring device, markers, oil level plug).
Make sure to preform oil changes immediately after standstill with the gearbox still being warm, to avoid and setting of solid particles.Make oil changes as prescribed in the Maintenance Schedule.
Collect spent oil in suitable containers and dispose of the oil in line with respective regulations.Make the first oil change after 150 operating hours.Change the oil every 1500 operating hours or after 12 months whichever is earlier.Check the tightness of all screws and bolts at least once a month.7.3 Maintenance Schedule Gearbox
* Observe the tightening torques indicated in the installation drawing.7.4 Maintenance Schedule Brake
The brake is maintenance-free.
In case of malfunctions, excessive thermal stress and all repair work on the multi-plate parking brake, make sure to always replace:- disks- springs- seals