Alamo SR20, SR14 manual Maintenance, Lubrication Information, Description, Frequency

MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE

Before operating your Rotary Cutter, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a minimum of time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long life and trouble free operation.

WARNING Always disengage the PTO before raising the Rotary Cutter for transporting or making adjustments.

LUBRICATION INFORMATION

Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas. The accompanying illustration shows lubrication points. The chart gives the frequency of lubrication in hours, based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent lubrica- tion. FIGURE 1.

Use an SAE multi-purpose, lithium-type grease for all locations shown except location #2 use lubricant NLGI 000 Grease (P/N 000769030). Be sure to clean the fitting thoroughly before using grease gun. Daily lubrication of the wing driveline slip joint is necessary. Failure to maintain proper lubrication will result in damage to U-joints, gearbox, and/or driveshaft.

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Lubrication Fitting Location

ITEM	DESCRIPTION	FREQUENCY
1	U-Joints	8 hours
2	Gearbox	Check daily
3	Divider Gearbox	Check daily	1
4	Axle Adjustment Rod 8 Hours
5	Wheel Hubs	Weekly
6	Axle Pivot Points	8 hours
SR20M/SR14M 04/94		Maintenance Section 5-2
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