Bush Hog RTS manual 4-2LUBRICATION Figure, Bondioli & Pavesi Driveline, 1ALubrication

4-2 LUBRICATION (Figure 4-1)

NOTE

The multi-purpose grease referenced in this section is an NLGI Grade 2 type grease.

BEFORE EACH USE

1.Driveline Universal Joints - Apply multi-purpose grease with grease gun.

2.Driveline Guard - Apply 2-3 shots of multi-purpose grease with grease gun to plastic fitting.

3.Driveline - Disconnect PTO driveline, pull the two sections apart, apply thin coat of multi-purpose grease to the outside of inner (male) section.Reassemble sections and install. Pull each section to be sure driveline and shields are securely connected. Make certain PTO shielding is in good condition.

Bondioli & Pavesi Driveline

	(1) Before Each Use
(5) Before	(3) Before Each Use
Each Use

4.Input Gearbox - Add EP80W-90 gear oil, if neces- sary, to bring oil level to check plug. Gearbox capacity is 27 ozs.

40HOURS

5.Shearbolt Yoke - Apply multi-purpose grease to grease fitting. This fitting must be kept lubricated to prevent yoke from seizing.

100HOURS

6.Chain Drive - Remove chain drive shield and clean out old grease. If chain has one link or more of slack, have an authorized Bush Hog dealer resize the chain. Pack bottom of shield with multi-purpose grease to the line shown in Figure 4-1. Reinstall shield using new gasket.

Figure 4-1A Lubrication

NOTE: In some instances, sliding the yoke shield back will be necessary to conveniently lubricate the cross bearings.

EG Driveline (1) Before Each Use

(3) Before Each Use

(5) Before

Each Use

(2) Before Each Use

To remove yoke shield, depress the three tabs with a screwdriver and slide cover back.

(2) Before Each Use

Binacchi Driveline

(5)Before Each Use

(3) Before Each Use

To remove yoke shield, turn slotted head 180° with screwdriver, slide cover back.

(1) Before Each Use

Fill Line

To remove yoke shield,turn

(2) Before Each Use slotted head 90° with screwdriver, remove turn

screw and slide cover back.

(4) Before Each Use

	Vented Fill Plug	Drain Plug
			Oil Level
(6)100 Hours	(Under Shield)		Check Plug

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