Blue Rhino RB60/72 manual Gearbox Lubrication, Driveline Lubrication, Maintenance

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Gearbox Lubrication

The gearbox should be full (18 ounces) 0.54 liters and not require additional lubricant unless the box is cracked or a seal is leaking. It is recommended that the hex oil level check plug (Figure MntP-R- 0020) be removed to check oil level after every 8 hours of operation. If required, oil should be added until it runs out hole.

Recommended lubricant is Multi-purpose gear oil, P/N 00786250.

NOTE: Make sure mower is level when checking oil in the gearbox. Gearbox capacity is 1 Quart.

NOTE: Overfilling of Gearbox will cause pressure to build up and cause Grease Seals to leak.

DRIVELINE LUBRICATION

Grease Fittings are located on the Cross Assembly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease the U-Joint after each 8 hours of use. Figure MntP-R-0021.Do not force grease through the Needle Cup Assemblies. Grease the telescoping tubes after every 8 hours use. To grease profile tube, disconnect drive from PTO and pull halves apart. Pump grease into outer profile tube and reinstall together. Lube Slide Collar weekly with WD40 or equivalent weight oil. Figure Mnt-R- 0037.

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