Preventative Maintenance - Westco 5500 Product Manual

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

To obtain the long life and best performance from a tong, the operator must adhere to the following
instructions on lubrication and preventive maintenance. Areas to be oiled or greased, and proper care of the
hydraulic hoses and couplings. The daily instructions pertain to routine or daily operation of a tong and not to
new equipment. For new tongs, follow instructions given in "First Time Star-Up Procedures." The time intervals
given in the instructions refer to actual hours on the tong.
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Lightly oil or grease the following items to prevent corrosion: throttle assembly, shift assembly, guard
door spring, and jaw pins.
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Before and after each job, grease fittings should be lubricated thoroughly. Refer to illustration 223 (ILL-
223) for grease point locations. During long periods of continuous use, WESTCO recommends greasing
these areas every two hours.
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When connecting and disconnecting hoses, inspect the couplings to ensure that all the openings are free
of dirt/debris. Hoses should be wiped clean and inspected for any wear or damage. Store hoses in a dry
clean environment away from direct sunlight.
Storage
When a tong is to be stored or removed from operation, special precautions should be taken to protect the
interior and exterior of the tong from corrosion. It is recommended that the tong be prepared for storage
immediately after removal from operation. The tong needs to be stored in a dry building away from extreme
weather conditions.
Temporary Storage
Storing the tong for a period of 30 days or less:
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Clean the entire exterior of tong with solvent and thoroughly dry all surface areas. Cleaning is especially
important if the tong has been used in a salt water environment.
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