Shindaiwa X7502864200, HT254 manual Gearcase Lubrication, Blades, Every 20 Hours, Every 100 Hours

Gearcase Lubrication

Every 20 Hours

Figure 20 Gearcase Grease Fitting

VIEWED FROM THE BOTTOM

Top off gearcase grease level by using a lever-type grease gun to force 1–2 strokes of high quality lithium-based grease through the gearcase grease fitting

Every 100 Hours

(or before long-term storage)

Remove the gearcase cover, and use solvent and a soft brush to remove all old grease from the gearcase. To refill, hand- pack the gearcase with approximately 40–50 grams of high quality lithium- based grease (50–70% of capacity). DO NOT OVERFILL!

Grease fitting

BOTTOM

VIEW

BOTTOM VIEW

Gearcase cover

Figure 21

Hex screws

Gearcase lubrication

CAUTION!

■■Over-lubricating may cause the gearcase to run slower than nor- mal, and may also cause leakage from excess grease.

Blades

Standard blades require no periodic adjustments. Make sure all blade shoulder bolts are tight and in good condition.

■■Clean blades and apply a light coating of oil to all metal surfaces. Vegetable oils may be used to protect sensitive plants from spotting.

Guide Bar		Locknut
Cutters		Plate
Spacer Socket Head
Figure 22	Shoulder Bolt

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