Woods Equipment SS108-2, SS84-2, SS96-2 manual Owner Service, Service And Maintenance Intervals

OWNER SERVICE

The information in this section is written for operators who possess basic mechanical skills. Should you need help, your dealer has trained service technicians avail- able. For your protection, read and follow all safety information in this manual.

„Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace- ment manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319- 6637.) Failure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or death.

„Before dismounting power unit or performing any service or maintenance, follow these steps: disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground, operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pres- sure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.

„NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never place any part of the body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down, hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or death.

•Service work does not require going under- neath implement.

•Read Operator's Manual for service instruc- tions or have service performed by a qualified dealer.

„Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.

„Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.

„Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.

„Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.

„Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo- nents in any way.

CAUTION

„If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, see your dealer.

„Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.

„Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe condition before putting unit into service.

SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

INTERVALS

By following a careful service and maintenance pro- gram, you will prolong the life of your machine.

The service intervals recommended are based on nor- mal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require more frequent service.

Lubrication Information

1.Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas.

2.Use a hand-held grease gun for all greasing.

3.Use a lithium grease of #2 consistency with a MOLY (molybdenum disulfide) additive for all loca- tions unless otherwise noted. Be sure to clean fit- tings thoroughly before attaching grease gun.

4.If grease fitting will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean lubricant passage way. Replace fitting if necessary.

5.Two good pumps of most grease guns is sufficient when the lubrication schedule is followed.

Driveline Lubrication

1.Lubricate the driveline slip joint every 8 hours of operation. Failure to maintain proper lubrication could result in damage to u-joints, gearbox, and driveline.

2.Lower snow blower to ground, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO shaft, and slide halves apart. Do not disconnect the halves from each other.

3.Apply a bead of grease completely around male half where it meets female half. Slide drive halves over each other several times to distribute grease.

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