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Maintenance Maintenance Chart

Semi-annually

As Indicated
Quarterly

Annually
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
Task

Check hydraulic pressures √

Check truck fluid levels √
Bleed moisture from air tank √
Check tires √
Check hydraulic oil √
Bleed moisture from hydraulic tank √
Check differential cylinder rod packings √
Inspect bolts on Rock Valve and rams √
Grease Rock Valve and agitator bearings √
Grease Rollix bearing and hollow pin √
Check optional auto greaser reservoir √
Fill optional auto greaser reservoir √
Inspect for damage and leaks √
Check if maintenance is due √
Grease boom zerks √
Check pipewall thickness √
Check oil in optional air compressor √
Check Rock Valve tension nut √
Inspect cutting ring/rotate if needed √
Lubricate mechanical moving parts √
Check tapered bend wedge bolt √

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Semi-annually

As Indicated
Quarterly

Annually
Monthly
Weekly
Daily
Task

Check boom slewing gearcase oil level √

Clean slewing gearcase breather cap √
Check function of mechanical boom brake √
Clean and repack rollix gear √
Inspect the turret bolts for tightness √
Check fluid in distribution gearcase √
Check unit mounting hardware √
Check and adjust hydraulic pressures √
Check hydraulic oil cooler fins √
Check drive pinion mounting screw √
Change oil in optional air compressor √
Change hydraulic oil for temp. reasons √
Check the accumulator pre-charge Δ Δ √
Change oil in distribution gearcase - Δ √
Change oil in boom slewing gearcase √
Test dirty filter lamp circuit √
Change hydraulic oil for age reasons √
Clean optional compressor √
Change corrosion inhibitors √
Periodic - structural inspection √
Change main return oil filter √
Change high pressure oil filter √
Change water system inline filter √

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Operator’s Checklist for Unit#_________________________ Week Ending_________________________

Task Mon Tues Wed Thurs Friday Comments
Perform DOT pre-trip inspection
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Check hydraulic pressures

Check truck fluid levels
Bleed moisture from air tank
Check tires
Check hydraulic oil
Bleed moisture from hydraulic tank
Check differential cylinder rod packings
Inspect bolts on rock valve and rams
Grease rock valve and agitator bearings
Grease boom bearings and hollow pin
Fill optional auto greaser reservoir
Inspect for damage and leaks

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Perform post-trip inspection
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Size Comparison of Particles

SCREEN SIZES
U.S. SIEVE NUMBER OPENING (micro-meters) OPENING (inches)
50 297 0.0117
60 238 0.009
70 210 0.0083
100 149 0.0059
140 105 0.0041
200 74 0.0029
270 53 0.0021
325 44 0.0017
PAPER 10 0.00039
PAPER 5 0.00019

SIZES OF FAMILIAR OBJECTS

SUBSTANCE MICRO-METERS INCHES
Grain of Table Salt 100 0.004
Human Hair 70 0.0027
Lower Limit of Visibility 40 0.00158
White Blood Cell 25 0.001
Talcum Powder 10 0.0004
Red Blood Cell 8 0.0003
Bacteria (average) 2 0.00008

149 mm
(100 Mesh)

SIZES IN MICRO-METERS
(Magnification 500x) 74 mm
(200 Mesh)

44 mm
(325 Mesh)

25 mm

10 mm
5 mm
2 mm
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Filtration Ratings Filter Facts

Nominal Rating
An arbitrary micrometer value indicated by the filter
manufacturer. Due to lack of reproducibility, this rating
is deprecated.
Absolute Rating
The diameter of the largest hard spherical particle that
will pass through a filter under specified test
conditions. This is an indication of the largest opening
in the filter element.
Filtration Ratio(βn)
The ratio of the number of particles greater than a
given size (n) in the influent fluid to the number of
particles greater than the same size (n) in the effluent
fluid.
• Fine Filters have ΔP
• Fine filters have long life
• Harmful particles cannot be seen
• 1 micron nominal filters pass 10 micron particles
• Fine filters remove silt, not additives
• Metal mesh breathers allow airborne ingression
• New oil can be very dirty
BETA RATINGS
Particles in this range (and smaller) should {
pass through the filter.
Particles in this range (and larger) should
be removed by the filter.

β X = 200
{
example: β12 = 200.
This means that for every 200 particles of
HOW BETA WORKS 12 microns or larger that hit the
media, 1 will make it through.

IN OUT β= IN
OUT

PARTICLES > 5 m UPSTREAM DOWNSTREAM

FILTER IN OUT β5 FLOW

FILTER A 10,000 5000 2 β X = 75

example: β12 = 75.
FILTER B 10,000 100 100 This means that for every 75 particles of
12 microns or larger that hit the
FILTER C 10,000 1 10,000
media, 1 will make it through.
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The filtration ratio or Beta is calculated by dividing the

number of particles entering the filter by the number of
particles exiting the filter. β5 represents the filtration
ratio at 5 micrometers or the ratio of upstream to the
downstream particles larger than 5 micrometers. UPSTREAM DOWNSTREAM

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Fluid Contamination and
Control
The sources of contamination in hydraulic and
lubricating systems are divided into three general
categories. The degree of importance of each source
depends on: system design, operating environment, and
maintenance practices
Primary sources of contamination
• Bulit-In Contamination (dirt, shavings, slag, and
etc. that may be present during assembly).
• Ingressed Contamination (is an environmental
type which happens during routine servicing or
from lack of maintenance).
• Internally Generated Contamination (occurs
from the rubbing and grinding of all moving parts
inside each and every component of the system).
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Control Methods
• Built in
a. Clean all components before installation
b. Use only straight thread fittings or flange fit-
tings
c. Flush new systems with high efficiency filters
• Ingressed
a. Use reservoir breather filters that are as fine as
the system filters
b. Use high quality seals in all system compo-
nents
c. Always keep maintenance environment clean
d. Pre-filter the new oil prior to dispensing to tank
• Internally Generated
a. Always use fine "silt control" filters
b. Use specified lubricants for components
c. Eliminate water from the system to reduce rust
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Handling, Storing & Dispensing
Lubricating fluids
To obtain optimum performance from oil, proper
handling, storing and dispensing is required. These
steps are necessary to preserve the integrity of the
product. It is uneconomic to buy a high quality
lubricant and then permit degradation through
contamination.
Unless simple precautions are observed, contamination
of lubricants can occur during storage; or during
transfer of oil from the original container to the
dispensing equipment; or during dispensing of oils to
the equipment to be lubricated. Pumps, oil cans,
measures, funnels and other dispensing equipment
must be kept clean at all times and covered when not in
use.
Storing oil drums, fill carts, or other containers outside
of climate controlled areas is a poor practice. Water
and moisture may get into the drum around the bungs
and contaminate or destroy the drum’s contents. A
drum standing on end with the bungs facing up can
collect rain water or condensation inside the chime.
This water can gradually be drawn in around the bungs
by the breathing of the drum as the ambient
temperature rises and falls. This can occur even with
bungs drawn tight and the tamper-proof seals in place.
In addition, the dirt and rust that can accumulate inside
the chime and around the bungs may contaminate the
drum’s contents when the drum is opened for use.
As a general rule, lubricants in drums smaller than 16
gallon capacity should never be stored outside.
However if drums must be stored outside, a temporary
shelter or lean-to, and/or a waterproof tarpaulin is
highly recommended for protecting the drum from rain
standing
RAIN
water
chime
COOL air space
air space
reduced
Clean oil in sealed
drum as delivered
and then stored
outside standing
on end
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and snow. The proper storing position of an oil drum
is: drum should be laid on it’s side with the bungs
approximately horizontal and at the lowest point. In
this position, water and moisture cannot collect in the
chime and because the bungs are below the level of the
drum’s contents, the incidence of water being drawn
into the drum from normal breathing is greatly
reduced. For maximum protection, drums should be
stood on end with bungs down on a well-drained
surface. In circumstances when all the aforementioned
storing methods are impractical, drum covers should be
used. Covers are available in both metal and plastic.
Drums with a bung on the side should be stored either
on their end, or on their side with the bung facing
down. Regardless of the position, drums should
always be placed on blocks or racks several inches
from the ground to avoid contact with moisture or
standing water.
When drums must be stored outside with the bung end
upward, they should be blocked up in a manner that
will keep the drum teetered to provide sufficient
draining of water. The drum should be rotated on the
blocks so that any water collecting on the top of the
drum surface does not come in contact with or
submerge the bung openings.
Before opening a drum that has been stored outside, the
bung and chime areas should be cleaned thoroughly to
eliminate the hazard of collected rust, scale and dirt
from falling into the drum.
Always use the oldest oil first. The probability of
oxidation, contamination and attack by heat and cold,
increase with age. If the oil quality is suspect due to
long periods of storage, have the oil analyzed before
using it.
SUN
bungs
WARM powerful COOLING
suction
created
Contaminating
Oil and air in drum water is drawn into
expand from heat drum through the
exposure forcing bungs when oil
air out through top water and air cools and
contracts
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Hydraulic Oils
General information relates to all hydraulic oils.
Specific information contains hydraulic oil
recommendations for Schwing concrete pumps.
General information
Hydraulic oils are rated for viscosity, heat dissipation,
foaming characteristics, pour point, antiwear additives,
anticorrosive additives, lubricating qualities,
compressibility, temperature range, temperature
stability, and other functions. Although many different
brands of oil meet these specifications, they may use
different chemical additive packages to achieve the end
result. For this reason, you should not mix two
different brands of oil. The additive package from one
brand may be incompatible with the additive package
from the other, rendering both packages useless.
Recently a few manufacturers have introduced
biodegradable hydraulic oils onto the market. These
oils are based on vegetable extracts instead of mineral
extracts. They are considered safer for the environment
in the event of a spill, although the additive packages
are not inert. One brand, Mobil EAL 224-H, has been
accepted for use in Schwing pumps, and other brands
are under consideration and testing. These oils must
not be mixed with mineral-based hydraulic oils, even in
very small amounts. If you will be pumping a job in an
environmentally sensitive location and want to use this
type of hydraulic oil, please contact the Schwing
Service Department at (651) 429-0999 for instructions
on making the change from mineral oil.
Viscosity of hydraulic oil is similar in concept to the
different weights of motor oil. For example, in the
winter you may run 5W-30 in your car, while in the
summer you run 10W-40. The same is true for
hydraulic systems. If you live in a climate where the
weather is changing from extremely hot conditions to
extremely cold conditions, you should consider
changing the weight of the hydraulic oil that you use
by the season. The International Standards
Organization (ISO) has developed a method of grading
hydraulic oils for viscosity. For summer in northern
North America, we recommend ISO VG 46 weight oil,
while in the winter we recommend ISO VG 32 or even
VG 22, depending on how cold it gets in your area. For
southern North America and Central America, we
recommend ISO VG 46 for the winter and ISO VG 68
or VG 100 for the summer, depending on how hot it
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gets. The lower the ISO VG number the thinner the oil
and the lower the pour point of the oil. On the other
hand, the thinner the oil, the lower the temperature will
have to be before it breaks down the lubricating film
that protects your components.
The quality of the oil needed for use in a Schwing
concrete pump is rated in the DIN system. The ratings
have to do with the chemical additive package that is
introduced into the oil. Both the DIN rating HLP and
HV qualities are approved for use in our concrete
pumps.
Specific information
All concrete pumps leave the Schwing factory filled
with Texaco Rando HD 46 hydraulic oil, which has an
ISO viscosity rating of VG 46. Rando HDZ 46, an
extended-viscosity oil designed for use under severe
conditions, is available on request. If you want your
new concrete pump filled with a different brand or
different viscosity oil, you should specify it when
ordering.
Many other brands of oil have been approved for use in
Schwing concrete pumps, including:
• Mobil DTE
• Shell Tellus oil
• BP Energol
• Aral Vitam
• Esso Nuto
• Esso Univis
• Total Azolla
• Wintershall Wiolan
The order of the brands listed is not significant. Any oil
that meets the quality and viscosity standards described
above can be used.
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Hydraulic Oils When to change your hydraulic oil
VG 32 = Winter application conditions in Central Change your hydraulic oil at least once a year. If you
Europe. use good filters, and change them when they are dirty,
VG 46 = Summer application conditions in Central the oil will be clean even after a year. The chemical
Europe. additive packages that give the oil its properties will
break down with time, however and no amount of
VG 68 = Excessive heat indoors application or in the
filtration will bring them back.
Tropics.

ISO viscosity / DIN quality VG 32 / HLP VG 46 / HLP VG 68 / HLP

ARAL - VITAM GF 32 GF 46 GF 68
BP - ENERGOL HLP 32 HLP 46 HLP 68
ESSO - NUTO H 32 H 46 H 68
MOBIL - DTE 24 25 26
SHELL - TELLUS OIL 32 46 68
TOTAL - AZOLLA ZS 32 ZS 46 ZS 68
TEXACO - RANDO OIL HD* A-32 B-46 C-68
WINTERSHALL - WIOLAN HS 32 HS 46 HS 68

* Factory Fill oil at Schwing America Inc.

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Hydraulic Oil Viscosity Chart
The illustration below shows the relationship between
the oil temperature and its viscosity. As you can see,
the oil gets thicker when the temperature is low and
thinner as the temperature rises.
• The cold start limit represents the coldest
temperature at which the oil is thin enough to flow
into the hydraulic pumps. Anything colder, and
the pumps would not be able to suck in the oil
(cavitation).
• The minimum permissible viscosity represents the
warmest temperature at which the oil will still be
thick enough to provide lubrication and sealing.
Anything warmer, and the components will have
metal-to-metal contact (thermal breakdown).
• The optimum operating viscosity is the range of oil
thickness at which the oil works best (thin enough
to flow easily yet thick enough to protect the
system components).
An example of how to read a chart for VG-46 oil is
given in the chart below. The chart shows the cold start
limit as -8°C (18°F) and the minimum permissible
viscosity as 90°C (194°F). The optimum range is 50°-
76°C.

Temperature of Hydraulic Oil

(°C)
Cold Start Limit
(very thick oil)
Water freezes

Water boils
VG
VG 2
VG 2
VG 6
VG 8
2
3
4
6
10
0

Optimum
Operating
Viscosity
temp chart.eps

Minimum permissible
viscosity
(°C)
(°F)
°C = degrees Celsius
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Lubrication Prefix Codes
Standard codes used
API American Petroleum Institute
BI Main Association of the German
Construction Industry. As an alternative to
the recommended lubricants and operating
agents, the standard lubricants with this
prefix may be substituted.
DIN Deutche Industrie Norm (German Industry
Norm)
ISO International Standardization Organization
MIL-L American Military Standard for Lubricants
SAE Society of Automotive Engineers
VG Viscosity in millimeters 3/s @ 10° F (40° C)
Hydraulic oil codes
API-CD Engine oil for heavily loaded diesel engines
with or without superchargers.
EO BI standard lubricant, a quality engine oil.
HLP Hydraulic oils with additives to improve
corrosion protection, aging stability, and
protection against wear in areas with many
types of friction. Meets DIN 51524.
Temperature Range: 0° F up to 180° F.
HV Hydraulic oils with low viscosity-
temperature dependance, otherwise like
HLP. Meets DIN 51524. Temperature
Range: -30° F (-34° C) up to 180° F (82° C).
VG 32 Oil viscosity for winter application
conditions in Northern USA or Central
Europe.
VG 46 Oil viscosity for summer application
conditions in Northern USA or Central
Europe.
VG 68 Oil viscosity for extremely high temperatures
such as in the tropics, or within very hot
enclosed rooms.
VG 220 Corresponds approximately to SAE 90 for
Industrial Gear Lubrication.
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“Industrial” gear lubricant codes
CLP An "industrial" gear lubricant oil with
additives to improve corrosion protection,
aging stability, and protection against wear in
areas with many types of friction, and to
increase gear stability under load. Meets
DIN 51517.
Vehicle gear box oil codes
GO 90 BI standard lubricant, a gear box oil that
meets API-GL 5.
MIL-L-2105B Motor vehicle gear lubricant oil for
hypoid bevel gear lubrication under
highest demands in gears and axles.
Roughly corresponds to API-GL 5.
Compressor oil codes
VDL Mineral oil for air compressors with additives
to improve corrosion protection and aging
stability. Coke residue after aging is no more
than 3%. Meets DIN 51532.
Grease codes
KP 2 K Grease for high pressure load; in working
temperature range from -20° C to 140° C;
worked penetration from 265 to 295; and
minor or no changes due to presence of water.
MPG-A BI standard lubricant, a grease in accordance
to KP 2 N. Meeting more requirements than
KP 2 K and K 2 K.
If hydraulic oil of another manufacturer is to be used,
or oil of a different type; e.g. HP instead of HLP, a
complete oil change is necessary.
Mixing different viscosities of oil of the same
manufacturer is permissible in some cases. Consult the
oil manufacturer to be sure, and take into account that
the new viscosity is dependent on the ratio of the
mixture.
All hydraulic oil should be filtered from the storage
container to the concrete pump hydraulic system. This
filtering must be performed with a filter rated at 10
micron.
For additional information on oil and specific
viscosities, refer to Service Bulletin G112/84 and 103/
97.
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Lubrication Recomendations
Industrial Gear Lubricant Oil

ISO viscosity / DIN quality VG 220 / CLP

ARAL DEGOL BG 220, DEGOL BMB 220

BP ENERGOL GR-XP 220

ESSO SPARTAN - EP 220

MOBIL MOBILGEAR 630

SHELL OMALA OIL 220

TEXACO MEROPA 220

WINTERSHALL WIOLAN - IT 220

BI -

Motor Vehicle Gearbox Oil

ISO viscosity / MIL-L quality 90 (85w-90) / 2105 B

ARAL GEARBOX OIL HYP

BP ENERGEAR HYPO 90, HYPOGEAR 90

ESSO GEAR OIL GX-D, GEAR OIL GX

MOBIL MOBILUBE HD

SHELL SPIRAX HD, SPIRAX MB

TEXACO GEARTEX EP-C

WINTERSHALL WIOLAN HYPOID GEARBOX OIL 90

BI GO 90

The gear lubricant oils Industrial and Motor Vehicle are Under extreme conditions, please inquire as to
suitable for continuous ambient temperatures of suitability. The viscosity class ISO-VG 220 roughly
approximately -10° C to approximately +40° C. corresponds to SAE 90.

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Compressor Oil
VG 100 = AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 0° C to +10° C
VG 150 = AMBIENT TEMPERATURE ABOVE +10° C

ISO viscosity / DIN quality VG 100 / VDL VG 150 / VDL

ARAL MOTANOL - HE 100 MOTANOL - HE 150

BP ENERGOL - RC 100 ENERGOL - RC 150

MOBIL RARUS 427 RARUS 429

SHELL CORENA - H 100 CORENA - H 150

TEXACO COMP. OIL - EP 100 COMP. OIL - EP 150

WINTERSHALL WIOLAN - CD 100 WIOLAN - CD 150

Operating the compressor below 0° C may only be For an explanation of the various lubricant prefix codes
done according to manufacturer’s specifications. for determining suitable lubricant substitutes, refer to
page 11 of this section in this Service Manual.

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Filling Capacities
Hydraulic Reservoirs

Model System 1 & 2 System 3

BPL 500 66 gallons

BPA 750 37 gallons

BPA 750-18/1000 75 gallons

BPL 750/1000 66 gallons

BPA 2000 100 gallons

BPL 2000 120 gallons

BP 3000/3001 126 gallons

BP 4000 126 gallons

BPL 4000

BP 5000 126 gallons

BP 8000 126 gallons

KVM 17M 102 gallons

S 17 130 gallons

KVM 23M

KVM 23-4H 102 gallons 26.5 gallons

KVM 24-4 102 gallons 26.5 gallons

KVM 25
KVM 26M

KVM 26-4

KVM 28M 102 gallons 26.5 gallons

KVM 28 XL 125 gallons

S 28 X 98 gallons

S 31 XT 127 gallons

KVM 32M 132 gallons

KVM 32 XL 127 gallons

S 34 X 127 gallons

KVM 36M 147 gallons

KVM 36XL 127 gallons

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Model System 1 & 2 System 3

KVM 39X 127 gallons

S 39/41 SX 110 gallons

KVM 42M 147 gallons

S 42 SX 169 gallons

S 45/47 SX 169 gallons

S 52 SX 153 gallons

KVM 52/55 M 206 gallons

S 58/61 SX 153/180 gallons

SPB Power Pack 30 gallons

Slew Drives

Schwing Model Model Part Number Liters

S 17 NA NA NA

KVM 32 XL ZHP 10072000 2.25 liters

KVM 36M ZHP 3.19 10150116 3.0 liters

S 34X/KVM 36X ZHP 3.19 10117070 3.0 liters

S 36/39/42 SX ZHP 3.20 10204704 4.0

KVM 39X ZHP 3.20 10174652 5.0 liters

KVM 42M ZHP 3.20 10150115 4.5 liters

DVM 42M ZHP 3.21L 10013890 5.0 liters

S 45/47 SX ZHP 3.20 10174104 4.0 liters

KVM 52 M ZHP 3.25 10154423 3.7 liters

S 52 SX ZHP 3.25 10188099 9.2 liters

S 58/61 SX ZHP 3.25 10188099 9 liters

Transmissions

Model Number Quarts/Liters

ZF Model WSK 400 21.5 quarts

ZF Model 4-S-150 GPA 20 quarts

ZF Model 16-S-190 A 20 quarts

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Gear Boxes

Model Number Quarts/Liters

STEYR Model VG2000 9 quarts

STEYR VG2000 w/cooler 10 quarts

STIEBEL Model 4190 NA

STIEBEL Model 4193 4.5 Liters

STIEBEL Model 4194 5.5 Liters

STIEBEL Model 4195 3.0 Liters

STIEBEL Model 4196 3.8 Liters

STIEBEL Model 4252 NA

STIEBEL Model 4400 NA

FABCO Transfer Case NA

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Spicer Transmisions of over-the-road service, but not exceeding 4000 miles.

Lubrication Specs
To ensure proper lubrication and operating
temperatures in these units, it is important that the
proper lubricants be used and that correct oil levels be
maintained.
Recommended Lubricants
The following lubricants are recommended for use in
all SPICER Unit Power Transmissions, Auxiliary
Transmissions, and Transfer Cases.
1. Above 0° F, use SAE 50, 40, or 30 heavy duty
engine oil, API service classification MS, DG, DM,
or DS.
2. Below 0° F, use SAE 30 heavy duty engine oil,
API service classification MS, DG, DM, or DS.
DO NOT USE EXTREME PRESSURE
ADDITIVES - such as found in multi-purpose or rear
axle type lubricants. These additives are not required
in SPICER transmissions, and may in some cases
create transmission problems. Multi-purpose oils as a
group have; relatively poor oxidation stability, a high
rate of sludge formation, and a greater tendency to
react on or corrode the steel or bronze parts within the
unit.
Oil Changes
SPICER recommends an initial oil change and flush
after the transmission is placed in actual service. This
oil change can be made any time following 1000 miles
In off-highway use, the oil change should be made
after 24 elapsed hours, but not exceeding 100 elapsed
hours of service.
There are many factors that influence the following oil
change periods and we have not specified a definite
mileage interval.
In general, it is suggested that a drain and flush period
be scheduled every 20,000 miles for normal over-the-
road service. Off-highway service usually requires an
oil change every 30 days. The oil level in the
transmission should be checked every 2000 miles (on-
highway), or every 24 hours (off-highway). The
correct oil level in all SPICER transmissions is
established by the filler plug opening.
TO REFILL: Remove all dirt around the filler plug
before unscrewing plug; then refill with new oil of a
grade recommended for the present season and
prevailing service. Fill to the bottom of the level-
testing plug positioned on the side of the transmission.
Over-Filling
Do not over-fill the transmission. Over-filling usually
results in oil breakdown due to excessive heat and
aeration from the churning action of the gears.
Breakdown of the oil will result in heavy varnish and
sludge deposits that plug up oil ports and build up on
splines and bearings. Also, overflow from overfilling
of oil usually escapes onto clutch or parking brake
area, causing additional trouble.

TRANSMISSION CAPACITY MODEL (PINTS) TRANSMISSION CAPACITY MODEL (PINTS)

UNIT POWER TRANSMISSIONS UNIT POWER TRANSMISSIONS (cont)

3152, 3153 10 8251, 8255, 8753, 8755 24

5652 13 1062, 1262, 1263, 1010 28
5662 17 *1211 10
5752, 5753 15 Auxiliary Unit 10
5852, 5853 15 *1020 28
6352, 6354 17 Auxiliary Unit 10
6452, 6453, 6454, 6455, 6456 17 8440, 8445, 8842, 8844 16
6852, 6853, 6854, 6855 17 * These transmissions have separate oil suppliers. Each pod must be selected and filled separately.
7016, 7216 (4x4) 28 AUXILIARY TRANSMISSIONS
7352 18
7452, 7453 18 5831 4
8012, 8212, 8512 (4x3) 36 6041 8
8016, 8216, 8516, 8716 (4x4), P8516, P8716 36 7041 11
8041, 8045, 8542, 8544 16 7231 8
8051, 8055, 8553, 8555 24 8031, 8035 12
8052, 8054, 8552, 8554 24 8431, 8345, P8341, P8345 12
8241, 8245, 8742, 8744 16 9341 18
9441 12
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ZF Transmissions oil. (Please ask the oil supplier to certify fulfillment of

Lubrication Specs
• ZF-Synchromesh gearboxes
• ZF-Constant mesh gearboxes W/splitter group &
range change gearboxes
• ZF-Gearboxes with disc-clutch operated NMV
• ZF-Transfer gearboxes
The oil grades listed on the following page are in
accordance with specification MIL-L-2105 and API
classification GL-4. Gear oils of viscosity group SAE
80 W, must be used.
These oils are partly available in viscosity grades SAE
80 W/85 and SAE 80 W/90. These multi-grade gear
oils can be used instead of SAE 80 W, under the
condition that in addition to the EP additives, (the type
and concentration of which are specified by ZF), any
other dissolved components (VI-Improver, Pour point
depressant) DO NOT exceed 2% (weight) of the basic
these conditions).
In torrid zones, oil grades SAE 85 W/90 or SAE 90
can be used if the grades 80 W, 80 W/85 W or 80 W/90
are not available.
If these gear oils cannot be obtained, engine oils SAE-
30 or SAE-40 in accordance with specification API-
CC, CD, SE, SF, or MIL-L-2104 C, MIL-L-2104 D,
MIL-L-46152 A & B should be used as a substitute. In
this case, intervals between oil changes are to be
reduced by half. NOTE! Multi-grade engine oils ARE
NOT approved.
THE SELECTOR TRANSMISSION MUST BE
FILLED WITH OIL WHICH CONFORMS TO THE
FOLLOWING LUBRICANT LIST: TE-ML 02 (API
GL-4, SAE 80W) UNIT CAPACITY =
APPROXIMATELY 20 QUARTS

TE-ML 10
APPROVED LUBRICANTS
TRANSMISSION FOR SERVICE FILL
16 S 151 +WSK 4 S 120 GP +WSK Engine oils
16 S 160 (A) +WSK 4 S 150 GP (A) +WSK - API CD / CE / CF / SF / SG
16 S 190 (A) +WSK S 6-65 +WSK - MIL-L-2104C / -D / -E
16 S 220 (A) +WSK S 6-90 +WSK - MIL-L-46152C / -D / -E
16 S 221 +WSK 9 S 75 +WSK -SAE 20W-20
16 S 251 +WSK 9 S 109 +WSK
16 S 150 +WSK

3 DS 18 +WSK 244 Engine oils

- API CD / CE / CF / SF / SG
- MIL-L-2104C / -D / -E
- MIL-L-46152C / -D / -E
- SAE 10W for ambient temperatures above-10ßC, (14ßF)
- SAE 30 for ambient temperatures above-10ßC, (14ßF)

Add Add

Dip Stick
Oil Level
Indicator Plug

Drain Drain

Drain Drain
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Steyr Gear Boxes
Lubrication Specs
1. Steyr specifies 85-140 weight gear oil and strongly
advises a change of gear oil on all their transfer
cases every 3300 hours or once per year.
2. Whenever leakage of gear oil is discovered,
preventative measures must be taken.
3. Operating the transfer case with too low an oil
level WILL result in severe damage to the unit.
4. IMPORTANT! A proper oil level check can only
be done by dispensing new oil into the filling port
at position #1, be sure that vehicle is on level
surface before removing any port plugs.
Remove the level checking plug at position #3, if
no oil comes from the port, start to dispense new
oil into the filling port until oil starts to over-flow
out the checking port, then replace all plugs and
tighten.
5. With this method, proper oil filling is achieved
without over-filling.
Transfer Case Gear Oil Capacities are as
Follows:
• Model VG2000 w/o cooler ...........2.25gal/8.5 liters
• Model VG2000 w/cooler ..............2.50gal/9.5 liters

4 - Breather

1 - Oil Filler Plug

2 - Oil Drain Plug

3 - Oil Level Plug

2 - Oil Drain Plug
(only for models with oil cooler)
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Stiebel Gear Boxes 5. Subsequent oil changes should occur every 2000
operating hours or at least, every 12 months.
Lubrication Specs 6. The oil type and quality approved by Stiebel is
determined by the following index. In situations
1. Reducers are supplied without oil. For filling
when an oil from this index cannot be acquired, use
capacity, please see data on the gear plate.
EP SAE 90 with viscosity 220 cST at 40° C.
2. Refilling is only necessary in case of oil leakage
7. Special conditions and applications will require
due to defective seals or defective gear case
special lubricants. Consult the gear manufacturer
gaskets. Such defects should be repaired
for special recommendations.
immediately.
• GEAR OIL SAE 90 (or as we call it: 90W) IS A
3. First change of oil should be after 200 operating
SINGLE RANGE OIL.
hours.
• GEAR OIL SAE 85-90 IS A MULTIGRADE OIL.
4. Drain the old oil immediately after the stopping of
• EITHER OF THESE OILS MAY BE USED
reducer operation, while oil is still warm. Prior to
refilling the gear case, dispense some new oil into
the top of case to flush remaining old oil out.

ARAL Aral Degol BG 220, or Aral Degol BMB 220, or Aral Getriebeol EP 90

BP BP Energol GR-XP 220, or BP Getriebeoel EP SAE 90, or BP Gear Oil 90 EP

COLYPSOL UK-ECUBSOL OL 8050, or UK-ECUBSOL OL DB 90

CHEVRON Universal Gear Lubricant E SAE 85W-90, or Non-Leaded Gear Compound 220

ESSO SPARTAN EP 220, or ESSO GETRIEBEOEL GP-D 90, or ESSO GEAR OIL GP 90

MOBIL Mobilgear 630, or Mobil SHC 630, or Mobilube GX 85W-90-A

SHELL Shell Spirax EP 90, or Shell Omala Ol 220

TEXACO Meropa 220, or Geartex EP-D SAE 85W/90, or Geartex EP-A SAE 85W/90

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FABCO Gear Boxes

Lubrication Specs

Lubricating Oil for Fabco TC-143 Transfer Case

LUBRICATION OIL CHANGE
The transfer case lubricant should be changed on all
RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS new transfer cases after the first 3,000 to 5,000 miles
(on-highway), or the first 40 hours (off-highway):
On Highway Vehicles thereafter, oil changes should be done at the following
intervals:
1. Heavy-Duty Engine Oil:
Temperature Grade On Highway Service...........10,000-15,000 miles
Above + 10 F SAE 50 Off-Highway Service (Logging, dirt moving, mining,
Below + 10 F SAE 30 and associated operations)..500-750 hr.
Be sure to specify heavy-duty type MIL-L-2104B
specifications. The recommended oil change and inspection periods
are based on the average use and operating
2. Mineral Gear Oil: conditions that the unit may encounter. It is suggested
that the individual owner make a periodic lab analysis
Temperature Grade
of the lubricant to determine contamination based on
Above + 10 F SAE 90 the unit’s specific operating conditions. With this data,
Below + 10 F SAE 80 the oil change and inspection periods can be better
Must be inhibited against corrosion, oxidation, and determined.
foam.
DRAINING THE OIL
3. MIL-L-2105B E.P. Oil, except sulfer-chlorine-lead
type: Draining is best accomplished after the vehicle has
Temperature Grade been operated briefly, allowing the oil to become warm
Above + 10 F SAE 90 and flow more freely. Remove both drain and fill plugs.
Below + 10 F SAE 80 Allow the housing to empty completely. Before the unit
is refilled, it should be thoroughly flushed with clean
Extreme pressure oils under some conditions might flushing oil or kerosene.
form carbon deposits on gears, shafts, and bearings,
which will result in transfer case malfunctions and If the unit is equipped with an oil pump, the lube oil
premature failure. It is suggested that if these filter should be replaced whenever the oil is changed.
conditions exsist, and E.P. oil is being used, a change The element is of the spin-on type. A film of clean oil
should be made to mineral gear oil or heavy-duty should be applied to the rubber gasket of the new
engine oil as recommended. element before installing. Do not overtighten.

Off Highway & Mining Equipment

REFILLING THE OIL
1. Heavy-Duty Engine Oil:
If the transfer case has been removed from the vehicle
Temperature Grade for service, it is best to refill the oil after the unit has
Above + 10 F SAE 50 been reinstalled into the vehicle.
Below + 10 F SAE 30
Be sure to specify heavy-duty type MIL-L-2104B Clean and replace the drain plug and fill the transfer
specifications. case with the appropriate oil with the vehicle on level
ground. Fill the transfer case to the level of the fill plug.
2. Special Recommendation: For extreme cold On transfer cases equipped with a proprtional
weather where temperature is consistently below 0ßF, differential, it may take some time for the oil to flow into
use SAE 20W heavy-duty engine oil meeting MIL-L- the main housing; therefore, it is necessary to fill the
2104B specifications unit to the level of the fill plug, wait a few minutes, and
top off the oil level. It may be necessary to do this
several times. The plug should be installed only after
the oil level has stabilized.
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ZF Torque Converters WSK Torque Converters

Independent oil circuit in convertor and clutch unit and
Lubrication Specs selector transmission systems.
HE TORQUE CONVERTOR and CLUTCH SYSTEM The ATF (Automatic Transmission Fluid) oil grades on
MUST BE filled with the SPECIFIED ENGINE OILS the following list may be used with all the WSK
or with AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS Transmissions.
which conform to the following lubricant list; TE-ML NOTE! When using Dexron II products, particular
14. UNIT CAPACITY= APPROXIMATELY 21.5 care must be taken to ensure that the trade name and
QUARTS. the "D" number on the oil barrel correspond.
If ATF is not available, SAE 10W mono-grade engine
ADD oils conforming to the following specifications may
also be used: MIL-L-2104 C, or MIL-L-2104 D, or
MIL-L-46152 A, or
MIL-L-46152 B, or API-CC, CD, SC, SD, SE, or
OIL LEVEL
INDICATOR SF.
PLUG NOTE! When engine oils are used in place of ATF,
there may be a loss in shifting comfort because the
DRAIN
DRAIN shifting elements and friction are adapted to ATF.
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following list.

TE-ML 09
APPROVED LUBRICANTS
VERSION FOR SERVICE FILL

Hydraulic power-assisted steering systems Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF)

Hydrostatic steering systems - Dexron¤ - IID / -IIE / -III
In-line boosters - Mercon¤ -M
Oil pumps
Intermediate drives

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VERSION ALTERNATIVES
FOR SERVICE FILL

Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) Engine oils

Ecomat 1. Base oil: mineral - API CD / CE / CF / SF / SG
1.1 - Dexron - IID - MIL-L-2104C / -D / -E
- MIL-L46152C / -D / -E
- Mercon - M -SAE 10W
1.2 - Dexron - III
- Mercon - M The shift elements and friction linings
are designed for use with ATFs. Using
engine oils may result in reduced shift
2. Base oil semi-synthetic/hydrocracked comfort.
- Dexron - IID
- Mercon - M

3. Base oil synthetic

3.1 - Dexron - IID / -IIE
- Mercon - M
(Not approved for transmissions with ratio 5.6-0.83/ 1.0)

3.2 - Dexron -III

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Hydraulic Pump Spline Product Data

Lubrication
It is highly recommended prior to the installation of
any model/manufacture of hydraulic pump(s) that the
drive spline be lubricated with a special pre-assembly
grease. Schwing America recommends Optimoly Paste
White T. Following this procedure will add extended
life to the spline and related parts.
Optimoly Paste White T is available in cartridge (p/n
30346107) or aerosol (p/n 30346108) from, and can
also be used in other pre-assembly work.
Optimoly Paste White T - white paste for clean
assembly work, prevents fretting corrosion (false
brinelling). Tight fitting components may be
disassembled without any difficulties even after many
years of operation.
Optimoly Paste White T - is excellently suited for all
assembly work and for base thin-film lubrication in all
engineering areas.
Optimoly Paste White T - is also available as a spray.

Typical Hydraulic Pump Spline

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Features Uses
• inhibits fretting corrosion and false brinelling • Assembly paste with universal application range
• clean handling due to its clean handling and long-term separating
• facilitates assembly and disassembly and lubrication effect. Superior to lack assembly
lubricants in performance test for a variety of
• good separating effect for all types of contact
applications.
• resistant to cold and hot water
• Prevents fretting corrosion on bearing seals, spline
• excellent rust protection even in salt water shafts, torque loaded connections.
• white, almost colorless in thin layer
• easy application (spray-without CFC)
• temperature application range: -30˚C/-22˚F to
+250˚C/+482F
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Maintenance of Hydraulic
Cylinders
WARNING
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Warning! Danger of crushing! Before removing any
holding valve, the boom MUST be completely
supported so that removal of the valve will not cause
the boom to fall. If an extended boom is unsupported
when a holding valve is removed, oil will escape under
high pressure, and can cause serious injury.
Warning! Before removing any holding valve, hoses,
tubes or fittings, the engine or motor MUST be shut
off; the key removed; and a "DO NOT OPERATE" tag
attached to the door of the truck or in case of an electric
motor as the unit’s prime mover, the electrical panel
MUST be "locked out" and "tagged out", preventing
any accidental power up.
To check the piston side holding valves
Set the boom into a horizontal position, but do not
completely extend the boom cylinder. Make a mark on
the piston rod (with a felt pen) and observe if there is
any movement indicating leakage.
1. If there is no movement of the cylinder rod,
then piston sealing and holding valve are free from
internal leakage.
2. If there is movement of the cylinder rod, then
piston sealing and/or holding valve on the piston
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side have internal leakage.
a. Remove the hose connections at the holding
valve on the piston side.
b. If no oil runs out of the hose connections at the
holding valve, then that means the piston seal
is leaking, allowing oil to by-pass from the pis-
ton side of the cylinder to the rod side of the
cylinder.
c. If oil runs out of the hose connected to the
holding valve, then the holding valve on the
piston side is defective.
To check the rod side holding valve
Set the boom section to be checked in the retracted
position, but do not completely retract. Make a mark on
the piston side rod (with a felt tip pen) and observe if
there is any movement indicating leakage.
1. If there is no movement of the cylinder rod,
then piston sealing and holding valve are free from
internal leakage.
2. If there is movement of the cylinder rod, then
piston sealing and/or holding valve on the rod side
have internal leakage.
a. Remove the hose connecting at the holding
valve on the piston side.
b. If no oil runs out of the hose connections at the
holding valve, then that means the piston seal
is leaking, allowing oil to by-pass from the rod
side of the cylinder to the piston side of the
cylinder.
c. If oil runs out of the hose connections at the
holding valve, then the holding valve on the
rod side is defective.
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Check Outrigger Cylinder for:
1. Any missing or damaged parts, then check for
leakage of shut-off valves or cylinder seals.
2. With no load applied to the outrigger cylinder,
close the shut-off valve and remove the hydraulic
line between this valve, and the outrigger cylinder.
Engage control valve for the outrigger cylinder to
level position, “front” to extend the outrigger
cylinder. If the valve is leaking, oil will run out of
the shut-off valve.
3. Slew the extended boom over the outrigger
cylinder which is to be checked. Close the shut-off
valve and remove the hydraulic line between this
valve and the boom control block. Mark the
cylinder rod (with a felt tip pen) and observe. If the
cylinder retracts and no oil runs out of the shut-off
valve, then the piston sealing is leaking.
Check the control block for:
1. Any missing parts (knobs, symbol of switching
levers, etc.), damaged or leaking parts, and
cleanliness.
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2. Check the lever position with the respective
cylinder movements. Test is to be carried out while
you have an operating oil temperature of
approximately 30˚ to 50˚ (86˚ to 122˚ F.)
3. Check the #1 boom down relief - Refer to Service
Bulletin G-103-89 for checking this function.
4. Check boom slewing cylinders for:
a. Exterior damage of cylinders tubes and mount-
ing flanges.
b. Leakage and correct movement.
5. Check the hydraulic tank for:
a. Proper oil level and leakage
b. Contamination and oil purity. (if necessary,
take an oil sample for evaluation).
6. Check boom operation speed (too fast / too slow),
with unstressed boom as per Boom Time Chart.
7. Check remote control motions with all switch
functions and operation symbols.
8. Check remote control safety switch (emergency
stop button) for proper operation.
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Lubrication Specs for Schwing
Placing Booms
• Maintenance of the collar bearing, step bearing on
the shorter booms and rollix bearing for the slew-
ing gear of longer booms should be lubricated
daily.
• The boom should be rotated while grease is applied
to achieve adequate lubrication.
• The outriggers and boom should be greased
monthly.
The grease recommendations are as follows:
1. The bronze tower or column bushings must be
greased with a moly additive which has a minimum
of 3% molybdenum disulfide.
Greases such as Lubriplate Mo-Lith No. 2, Texaco
Molytex EP2, Mobil Grease CM-P may be used or an
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equivalent with the below listed minimum
characteristics:
• Base Type....................................................Lithium
• NLG1 No. ..............................................................2
• cSt @ 40˚ C (104˚ F) ........320 summer, 150 winter
• Molybdenum disulfide.......................3% minimum
• ASTM dropping point (degrees F..... 350 degrees F
minimum
2. All other bearings must be greased with a lithium
grease such as Mobil Grease HP, CM-S, or an
equivalent.
In order to ensure that the grease is uniformly
distributed on the bearing surface, you must lubricate
while slowly rotating the boom.

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Boom Inspections
The recommended CPMA (Concrete Pump
Manufactures Association) Safety Standard boom
inspection intervals are as follows:
First 5 years; every 2000 working hours, or at least
once per year.
Five to ten years; every 1000 working hours, or at
least once per year.
Ten years and older, every 500 working hours, or at
least once per year, whichever occurs first.
This schedule must be a planned schedule based on the
age of the unit.
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It is the concrete pump owner who is responsible for
completing scheduled inspections, either by himself or
whomever he authorizes to do so. Upon request
however, Schwing America will provide a qualified
service person to aid pump owners in doing boom
inspections. To request a service person to do your
inspections, or to request guidebooks and inspection
forms for doing your own inspections, make a copy of
the “Inspection Request Form” printed on the reverse
side of this page, complete the form and mail to
Schwing America Inc. Attn.: Service Dept. Manager.
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BOOM INSPECTION REQUEST FORM

TODAY S DATE: / /

COMPANY:

STREET ADDRESS:

CITY: STATE: ZIP:

CONTACT: PHONE: ( )

LIST ALL MACHINES REQUIRING INSPECTION(S)/REPAIR(S) BELOW:

MODEL SERIAL NO. LOCATION

PLEASE FILL OUT AND FAX OR MAIL THIS FORM TO:

SERVICE DEPARTMENT
SCHWING AMERICA INC.
5900 CENTERVILLE ROAD
WHITE BEAR, MN 55127

FAX: 651/429-2112

SAISVC 018REV05/03/00

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