Planned Maintenance Program

With our expert and regular preventative maintenance program, you can enjoy a superb and consistent maintenance program. This will help you prevent costly damage and reduce breakdowns of your vital equipment. With our Planned Maintenance, you can extend the lifespan of your equipment and save on repair expenses.

 Weekly Maintenance:

• Check fluid level in hydraulic oil tank. Add oil as necessary.
• Check hydraulic hoses and fittings for leaks. Tighten fittings or replace hoses as needed.
• Remove dust and dirt from outside of the control box.
• Wipe off any grease, oil or moisture on power unit.
• Observe one complete cycle to verify proper operation.

Monthly Maintenance:

• Perform all recommended weekly maintenance tasks.
• Visually inspect condition of compactor for potential problems.
• Clean refuse from behind ram.
• Ensure compactor is securely anchored to floor.
• Apply grease to all grease fittings as applicable.
• Lubricate ram contact surfaces.
• Check condition of hydraulic oil. Change if discolored (milky or dark) or dirty, or if it contains water, smells burnt, or lacks lubricity when rubbed between the fingers.
• Check cylinder pins and retaining bolts.
• Check turnbuckles and marriage hooks for stress fractures and wear.

Yearly Maintenance:

• Perform all recommended weekly and monthly maintenance tasks.
• Drain, flush and refill hydraulic oil tank.
• Replace oil filter.
• Check all fasteners and tighten as required.
• Replace air breather.
• Check structure of compactor for potential trouble areas.
• Check anchor bolts and tighten as necessary.