LUBRICATION

The lubrication points in the accompanying illustration reflect standard production models. Quantities and locations of lube fittings, fill plugs, drain plugs, etc. could vary, as improvements in design and/or changes in machine configuration warrant.

Worn grease fittings that will not hold the gun, and fittingswith a stuck check ball, must be replaced.

Items not equipped with grease fittings (linkages, cables, pins, levers, etc.) should be lubricated with SAE 30 oil before the start of each operating day, or more frequently as conditions require. (See Figure 29 for locations.)

EVERY 10 HOURS

Lubricate the Drive Chain with a spray-on motorcycle chain lube.

NOTE: Lubricating the chain when it is warm after being used will allow the lubricant to work best.

Apply grease to fittings using grease gun to the following.

1. Rotor Bearings (2)

2. Caster Wheel Bearings (2)

NOTE: Do not over-grease lube points. One to two pumps of grease should offer the sufficient quantity of lubricant if the lube schedule is followed. Excessive grease only provides a passage for dirt to enter the bearing races. Be sure to wipe off any remaining grease from around the bear- ings.

FILL POINT

Gearbox must be removed and set on its side to check the oil level.

1.Remove Main Drive Belt and Chain Drive.

2.Remove gearbox mounting bolts (4) and remove gearbox from tiller.

3.Remove oil check plug from back of gear- box. Correct oil level is at the bottom of the check plug. Add oil if necessary. Gearbox capacity is 13 oz. Use anti-foam SAE 90W oil.

FIGURE 29 Preseeder Tiller Lubrication Points – Typical

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