Maintenance Instructions | LUBRICATION |
LUBRICATION
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to lubricate the machine with the tractor engine running. Disen- gage the PTO clutch, shut off the ma- chine, and remove the ignition key.
Proper lubrication is an important maintenance pro- cedure. It reduces wear and makes the machine quieter and easier to operate.
Rotary Broom Gearbox
The gearbox is permanently lubricated (oil filled) and sealed requiring no scheduled lubrication. However, the gearbox oil seal(s) should be checked every 25 hours for indication of an oil leak. If an oil leak is noted, replace the oil seal and relubricate the gear- box as follows:
1.Remove the gearbox following the procedure described in REPLACING/REPAIRING the Ro- tary Broom Gearbox in this section.
Dipstick Plug
Gearbox
Mounting
BoltGearbox
Cover
Gearbox
Plug
Rotary Broom Gearbox with Cover Removed
2.Clean the area around the plug located on the front of the gearbox.
3.Remove the gearbox plug on the gearbox.
4.If the lubricant is flowing out of the plug hole, the gearbox is full. Reinsert the plug. If no lubricant flows out, add SAE E.P. (Extreme Pressure) 90W oil into the gearbox through the plug hole until it starts to flow out.
5.Wipe the threads of the gearbox plug before re- installing.
6.Torque screws to 24
NOTE: In case the gearbox is completely drained of oil, approximately 5 fl. oz. (15 cl) of oil is required to refill the gearbox.
Rotary Broom Drive Chain
Lubricate the drive chain every 25 hours. A light penetrating oil or special purpose chain oil is recom- mended. Lubricate the drive chain as follows:
1.Remove the two (2) bolts fastening the chain guard cover to the broom housing and remove the cover.
Drive Chain
Chain Guard Cover |
| Chain Guard Bolts |
Remove Chain Guard Cover
2.Apply oil to the drive chain.
3.Reinstall the chain guard cover by reversing the removal procedures.
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