maintenance (Mixer)
4.If gear teeth are not contacting properly (Figure 34), adjust pillow block to correct the problem.
HEAL
CONTACT
| FACE |
| CONTACT |
| PROPER |
TOE | CONTACT |
FLANK | |
CONTACT | CONTACT |
Figure 34. Gear Teeth Alignment
Gear Lubrication
The surface of the pinion and main gear (Figure 35) should be very lightly greased.
GREASE
FITTING
Figure 36. Grease Fittings Electric Motor
Tires/Wheels/Lug Nuts
Tires and wheels are a very important and critical components of the trailer. When specifying or replacing the trailer wheels it is important the wheels, tires, and axle are properly matched.
DRIVE
MAIN
GEAR
WARNING
DO NOT attempt to repair or modify a wheel. DO NOT install an
PINION
Figure 35. Pinion and Bull Gear Lubrication
NOTICE
Grease main and pinion gears every 250 hours of operation. Avoid
Grease Fittings (Zerk) Maintenance (Electric Motor)
1.There are two grease (Figure 33) fittings at each end of the electric motor that will require lubrication. Lubricate these fittings about every 16 months.
2.Use Poleyrex EM (Exxon Mobil) or equivalent lubricant. Clean grease fitting, apply grease gun to fitting (1/2 shot). Remember too much grease or injecting grease too quickly can cause premature bearing failure. Slowly apply the recommended amount of grease, taking a minute or so to apply.
through the rim. If the rim is cracked, the air pressure in the
cause serious eye or bodily injury.
Tires Wear/Inflation
Tire inflation pressure is the most important factor in tire life. Pressure should be checked cold before operation. DO NOT bleed air from tires when they are hot. Check inflation pressure weekly during use to insure the maximum tire life and tread wear.
WARNING
ALWAYS wear safety glasses when removing or installing force fitted parts. Failure to comply may result in serious injury.
Table 9 (Tire Wear Troubleshooting) will help pinpoint the causes and solutions of tire wear problems.
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