4-15 Section 4 - Lubrication & Maintenance

Every 10 Hours or Daily

Operation 10

Parking Brake Adjustment

The foot and parking brake unit is self-adjusting and requires no maintenance..

Engaging and disengaging the parking brake lever

(1)several times will activate the self-adjusting mechanism within the caliper and keep the brake in proper adjustment.. This will ensure a proper set point for the brake to stop the tractor and hold it on an incline when parked..

Visually inspect the brake rotors front and rear (2) for nicks or damage and the brake pads for wear.. The pads (3) must be replaced if they are worn to 1 mm (1/32") or less.. Consult your Buhler Versatile dealer for assistance in replacement of the brake rotor or pads..

WARNING: ENSURE THAT THE BRAKES ARE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR.

Operation 11

Lubricate the Lower Articulation Pin

Lubricate the grease fitting (4) until grease flows from around the pin seals.. This will purge any dirt accumulated in the pivot pin area..

Start the unit and articulate from side to side to work the grease into the joint..

Use Moly base grease (NLGI 1 Lithium, Moly)..

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435/485/535

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Buhler 535, 485, 435 manual F4-18