Keeping your Wacker Neuson SW28 in peak operating condition starts with the right parts and a solid maintenance routine. Ensure your skid steer loader stays in top shape with high-quality fuel caps, oil filters, fuel filters and more. The SW28 offers strong breakout force, a vertical-lift design, and excellent visibility for heavy-duty lifting and loading in tight spaces. Don’t forget to stay on top of your maintenance—secure the parts you need to keep your Wacker Neuson SW28 running smoothly!
Walk-Around Inspection
- Inspect the loader arms, tilt cylinders, hoses, and pins for leaks or cracks
- Check tire condition and pressure, or track tension if equipped with tracks
- Examine hydraulic connections, fuel lines, and coolant hoses for wear or leaks
- Confirm that the seat belt and restraint bar are functioning properly
- Ensure decals, safety labels, and mirrors (if equipped) are in place and readable
Daily Maintenance
- Check engine oil, coolant, hydraulic fluid, and fuel levels
- Drain water from fuel/water separator (Tier III and IV)
- Clean radiator, oil cooler, and condenser fins
- Check battery terminals and connections for corrosion
- Grease all daily lube points on loader arms and cylinder pins
- Inspect air filter and pre-cleaner inlet for blockage
Every 50 Hours
- Lubricate all loader and bucket pivot points
- Check wheel lug nut torque (tighten if needed)
- Inspect axle mounts and track condition (ST models)
Every 250 Hours
- Replace engine oil and oil filter
- Check track tension or tire wear (adjust or rotate as needed)
- Inspect hydraulic couplers and all hoses for wear
Every 500 Hours
- Replace fuel filters and water separator element
- Replace hydraulic oil return filter
- Clean cabin air filter
- Replace chain tank oil (SW24/SW28)
Every 1,000 Hours
- Flush and refill hydraulic oil
- Replace air filter element
- Replace breather filter on hydraulic tank
- Inspect valve lash and radiator hoses (Tier III/IV)
Every 2,000 Hours
- Flush and refill engine coolant
- Inspect and clean exhaust aftertreatment (Tier IV)
- Check accumulator and perform full system inspection
Annual Maintenance
- Replace or inspect all hoses and rubber lines for wear
- Perform functional checks of all electronic control systems
- Grease drive components and replace seatbelt if worn
As-Needed Maintenance
- Replace damaged tires, wheels, or tracks
- Repair leaking hydraulic fittings or cracked cylinders
- Replace broken seat belts, switches, or decals
- Flush radiator and clean electrical connections
Final Maintenance Recommendations
Regular maintenance keeps your Wacker Neuson SW28 operating safely and efficiently. For a full range of Wacker Neuson parts, explore our extensive EquipmentShare parts catalog. If you can’t find the part you need, reach out to our parts experts for a custom order.