Marathon Electric Motor RJ-500

WARNING: Lock-out and tag-out the unit before maintenance

Lubricate electric motor bearings

Change the hydraulic fluid in the entire system

Add additives to oil if necessary

Filter oil before returning to the tank

Disconnect the union on the suction side of the pump.

Remove the four bolts retaining the suction flange.

Lift the filter from the reservoir.

Clean the filter element with a soft brush and standard industrial solvent.

Replace the filter after cleaning.

Mark the ram front position on the compactor side

Power up the Compactor and run the ram forward 3/4” - 1” and stop

Lock-Out and Tag-Out the compactor

Remove the top cover or side access cover to access the upper actuator

Loosen the actuator screws and slide the actuator back against the rear limit switch arm until the limit switch clicks

Ensure the unit is locked-out and tagged-out

Verify no part of the compactor is entered

Check functional operation of controls and options

Check lights for proper operation

Check hydraulic cylinder for leakage

WARNING: Lock-out and tag-out the unit before entering any part of the compactor.

Remove access cover(s) and clean debris from behind the compactor ram for compactors with legs.

Replace cover(s) when clean-out is complete.

Open the hinged access cover on each side at the bottom for compactors with skids (RJ-450 and above) and clean out.

Close hinged cover and fasten when clean-out is complete.

Check external hoses for chafing, rubbing, and other deterioration or damage.

Check for any unsafe conditions in the compactor area.

Check oil level in hydraulic reservoir