Kuhn Rikon Comprehensive Guide to Kuhn Mower Gearbox Oil and Planetary Gearbox Lubrication

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5100TK OPR 6270US R060106

MAINTENANCE

Always stop mixer, shut off tractor engine and remove the PTO driveline before servicing, repair- ing or cleaning the machine.

If work must be done inside the mixer, put a protective cover over the auger knives to avoid injury. The hopper floor and fighting may be slippery. Use caution when stepping on or standing inside the machine.

Use safe shop procedures and exercise caution when working on the mixer!

PLANETARY GEARBOX OIL CHANGE

5127, 5132, 5135, 5143, 5144, 5156 and 5168 Planetary Gearbox

The Lubricant in the PLANETARY DRIVE GEARBOX must be changed every 1500 hours of operation or once a year, whichever comes first.

Quantity-23 quarts (22 quarts in the planetary drive + 1 quart in reservoir)

Type-EP-90

Note: Mixer should be level when changing gearbox oil.

DRAINING

It is advisable to run the machine for several minutes to warm the oil before draining.

Closed System (as shown above) - Place a catch basin under the gearbox. Loosen hose clamp (Item #3) to detach upper hose (Item #2) from reservoir -or- remove reservoir cap (Item #6). Unscrew drain plug (Item #1) from the bottom of the gearbox and allow the oil (roughly 23 quarts) to drain completely. Reinstall the drain plug.

System with Check Valve (1 hose per gearbox attached to the bottom of the reservoir and check valve installed on gearbox in place if items #2 and #3) - Place a catch basin under the gearbox. Unscrew drain plug (Item #1) from the bottom of the gearbox and allow the oil (roughly 23 quarts) to drain completely. Reinstall the drain plug.

FILLING (Follow all of these steps to avoid trapping air in the system.)

On a mixer with a closed system, if the upper hose (Item #2) is not already detached, loosen the hose clamp (Item #3) and remove from reservoir. Remove tube clamps (Item #5) from upper hose. Pull upper hose downward, through the cutout in the unit shell, and lay on the ground with the end in a catch basin.

Filling without an oil pump - On a mixer with a closed system, remove cap (Item #6) and pour approximately 24 quarts of oil into the reservoir until the catch basin fills with roughly 1/2 quart of oil. Reroute the upper hose (Item #2) through the unit shell and reattach to the reservoir with the hose clamp (Item #3). Reattach tube clamp (Item #5). Complete filling the reservoir to the oil level marked on its side and reinstall the cap.

On a mixer with a check valve, remove cap (Item #6) and pour approximately 23 quarts of oil into the reservoir to the oil level marked on its side. Reinstall the cap. Note: If less than 22 quarts have been added and the reservoir stops taking oil, the check valve has likely been seated due to excessive pressure. Unscrew the drain plug (Item #1) and allow approximately 1/2 quart to drain into a catch basin. Reinstall the drain plug and continue filling. Do not operate the mixer until system has been replenished with a minimum of 22 quarts of oil.

Filling with an oil pump (Do not use an oil pump on a system with a check valve) - Loosen the hose clamp (Item #8) and detach the lower hose (Item #7). Connect oil pump to hose and fill with approximately 24 quarts until catch basin fills with roughly 1/2 quart of oil. Reroute the upper hose (Item #2) through the unit shell and reattach to the reservoir with the hose clamp (Item #3). Reattach the lower hose (Item #7) with the hose clamp (Item #8). Remove the cap (Item #6) to complete filling the reservoir to the oil level marked on its side and reinstall the cap. 28

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Contents Vertical Maxx Mixer Table of Contents Lubrication for 5144, 5156 Lubrication for 5173, 5185 Introduction Using this ManualModel and Serial Number Information Safety Understand Safety Words and SymbolsFollow Safety Instructions and Precautions Read the OPERATOR’S ManualOperating Safety Precautions Transporting Safety Precautions Safety Decals UnitSafety RED Reflector Safety Decal Placement Models 5144, 5156, 5168, 5173, 5185Safety Mixer Setup Safety ShieldsPTO Driveline Setup and Adjustment LubricationSafety Mixer OperationGeneral LimitationsOperation Using Mechanical Drive Mixer SetupAdjustments Step #1 Processing MaterialsLoading Sequence Step #2 Mixing MaterialsStep #3 Unloading Operation Using Hydrostatic Drive Step #4 Other Mixing RecommendationsStep #1 Processing Materials Step #2 Mixing Materials Step #3 Unloading Knife Adjustment Removing KnivesAdding Knives Moving Knives in or OUTHAY Stop Adjustment Mixer Operation Optional Equipment Inspection and Adjustments Inspection & AdjustmentsMaintenance Lubrication for 5144, 5156Lubrication for 5173, 5185 Maintenance Planetary Gearbox OIL ChangeMiscellaneous Specifications 5144, 5156 Specifications 5173, 5185