RegularMaintenance

CHECK / LUBRICATE FREE-HAND

LINKAGE

Check the function of the Free-Hand controls: the con- trols should function as described in the CONTROLS

section. It is critical for the safe operation of the unit that the controls disengage when released.

If the controls do not function properly, lubricate them. If

lubrication does not rectify the problem, see your dealer. Under no circumstances should the unit be used if the

controls are not functioning properly.

Figure 14. Lubricate Free-Hand TM Control Linkage

A. DO NOT Lubricate Deflector Control

IMPORTANT NOTE

It is very important that grease fittings on the auger shaft

 

are lubricated regularly. If auger rusts to shaft, damage to

 

worm gear may occur if shear pins do not break.

Figure 15. Lubricate Free Hand Control

 

LUBRICATING THE AUGER SHAFT &

ASSEMBLY

1.Remove cotter pin (C, Figure 16) and shear pin (B).

2.Use a grease gun and squirt several shots of grease into grease fitting (A).

3.Rotate auger assembly (D) several times to distribute the grease evenly. Repeat step 2.

4.Reinstall shear pin (B) and cotter pin (C).

5.Repeat procedure for other side.

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Figure 16. Lubricating the Auger Shaft Assembly

A.

Grease

Fittings

C.

Cotter

Pins

B.

Shear

Pins

D.

Auger

Assembly

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