Traction Control / Auger Control Lock
The cams on the ends of the control rods which interlock the traction drive and auger drive clutches must be lubricated at least once a season or every
Gear Shaft
Lubricate the gear shaft with
Refer to Figure 10.
Wheels
•Oil or spray lubricant into plastic wheel bearings inside the wheel hubs at least once a season. Remove wheels, clean and coat axles with a multi- purpose automotive grease. See Figure 13.
Click Pin |
Axle |
Oil or use Spray Lubricant |
Figure 13
Auger Shaft
•Once a season, remove the shear bolts and oil or spray lubricant inside the shear bolt holes while rotating the augers by hand to lubricate the shaft. Also, grease fittings are located on both bearing housings. Lube with a grease gun. See Figure 14.
Shear Bolts |
Grease Fittings |
Figure 14
Drive and Shifting Mechanism
At least once a season or after every 25 hours of operation, remove rear cover. Lubricate any chains, sprockets, gears, bearings, shafts, and shifting mechanism at least once a season. Use engine oil or a spray lubricant.
IMPORTANT: Avoid getting oil on rubber friction wheel and aluminum drive plate. Refer to Figure 10.
Chute Directional Control
The spiral on the end of the chute directional control and the base of the discharge chute itself should be lubed with
Lube Spiral |
and Chute Base |
Figure 15
Gear Case
The gear case is equipped with a grease fitting on the left housing and should be lubricated with Shell Alvania grease EPR00, part number
Vent Plug |
Grease Fitting |
Figure 16
IMPORTANT: Do not overfill the gear case, its capacity is 1.5 oz. Damage to the seals could result. Be sure the vent plug is free of grease in order to relieve pressure.
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