Maintenance Schedule

Tost Winch Maintenance Schedule

Daily (Driver inspection - see also Winch Driver's Manual)

Check and top up if necessary, the following on both winch and road chassis:

Engine oil Auto transmission oil

Radiator Fuel Check fan belt - condition and tension Check function of lights and gauges Check serviceability of paying on gear and guillotines Check tyres fully inflated

Monthly Functional check of guillotines (without cutting cable) - BGA requirement Check paying on rollers - lubricate as necessary, replace damaged items

Quarterly Check function of all gauges and warning lights Check setting and function of rev limiter Check fan belt - condition and tension Check and top up if required, the following on bothe winch and road chassis. Engine oil (change oil and filter if engine is in 'daily' use) Auto transmission oil Radiator Main gearbox Right angle drive/back axle Dog clutch housings Scroll gear housings Brake fluid Clutch fluid Batteries Investigate reasons for any significant topping up Lubricate paying on gear pivots Lubricate dog clutch selectors and linkage Check/adjust tyre pressures. Check for damage or wear.

Half yearly Change auto transmission oil and filter

Every autumn Inspect hoses - replace if cracked or leaking Check security of all hose clips Check fan belt - condition and tension Drain and refill cooling system with 30% (min) antif-freeze solution