ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS/OPERATIONS
8FP FLOOR PLANER SERIES OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL REV #2 (05/28/09) PAGE 39
FIGURE 49
13) Mount the bearing block to the access plate.
Tighten the 3/8 inch self locking hexagon nuts with the
torque wrench to 35 ft lbs (47Nm.).
14) Install the access plate to the main frame by
aligning the dowel pins and installing the capscrews
and washers. Tighten with the 3/4 inch wrench.
A properly installed replacement bearing should rotate
without excessive friction, drag and/or "rough spots". If
these symptoms occur after assembly, the bearing
was improperly supported when presses into the
bearing block. The resulting thrust placed upon the
bearing exceeded its static capacity. A bearing
operating with these characteristics will deliver minimal
service life and be prone to premature failure.
15) If the Floor Planer is powered by an engine,
reconnect the engine spark plug wire. If powered by
an electric motor and the machine is to be used
immediately, reconnect the extension cord or Floor
Planer to the power source. Determine that the
ON/OFF switch located on the operator handle is in
the OFF position.
DANGER
UNEXPECTED MACHINE START UP CAN RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND/OR PERSONAL
INJURY.
LUBRICATION REQUIREMENTS.
Application: All Models.
Parts Required:
1 each, container of dry film lubricant.
1) Lubricate the caster wheel bearings with a dry film
lubricant only. Dry film lubricants dry immediately upon
contact. Use sparingly. Excess lubricant will attract the
fine grained, powered materials described and directly
affect bearing service life.
CAUTION
Do not lubricate the caster wheels with any type of
grease material. Grease will attract foreign
material accumulations that can accelerate
bearing wear.
2) The flail drum driveshaft is supported by extra
capacity, double row ball bearings. Both bearings are
of a sealed design and should not require additional
lubrication during their normal service life. The grease
type and amount utilized for the bearings are intended
to provide proper lubrication for the respective loads
and operational speeds. Replacement bearings should
contain approximately 30 percent fill capacity.
Excessive amounts of grease in the bearing cavity can
actually increase friction and resulting heat increases
can also dramatically shorten bearing service life.
3) The hand crank bearing is sealed and should not
require additional lubrication during its normal service
life.
4) Do not apply belt dressing materials to the V-belt for
the purpose of minimizing slippage. These products
typically attract foreign material accumulations that
can accelerate component wear. Excessive V-belt
slippage can be eliminated with proper V-belt tension
and alignment.
5) Loosen the rubber boot to expose the hand crank
screw threads. Lubricate the threads with dry film
lubricant on a regular, scheduled basis. Clean and
remove all material accumulations around the
threaded area before applying the lubricant. Do not
lubricate the threads with any type of grease material.
Grease will attract foreign material accumulations that
can accelerate component wear. Place the rubber
boot in its original location and tighten the retaining
clamp.
CAUTION
Do not operate the Floor Planer without the
protective rubber boot in its intended location.
Operation without the rubber boot or a boot in an
improper position will accelerate component wear
by allowing materials to accumulate in the screw
thread area of the crank handle.