CHAPTER 8 LUBRICATION
A CAUTION NEVER attempt to lubricate the machine when any part of the unit Is In motion. ALWAYS BE SURE to exercise the MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE (page 8) BEFORE proceeding to lubricate this machine.
It is well to remember that a sufficient amount of oil or grease will prevent excessive part wear and early failure.
TRANSMISSIONS Periodically check the oil level in each Transmission using the Dipstick, where provided. In the Beater Drive Transmission, replenish the oil, as necessary, with SAE #90 gear oil. For the Apron Drive Transmission, use only special GEHL Gear Lube (Part Number 090685). Special GEHL Gear Lube MUST be used to promote long life and avoid component breakdown and early failure.
OILING Lubricate all Drive Chains every 10 hours of operation using a good grade of foaming aerosol lubricant. The recommended method is to spray the entire length of Chain on the center of the Rollers. It is better to lubri cate Chains when they are warm (after use, rather than before). In addition to the Roller Chains, apply oil or foaming aerosol lubricant to the Telescoping PTO Drive Guard and the Upper Beater Drive Chain (where provided).
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GREASING (Fig. 8-1) Wipe dirt from the Fittings before greasing to prevent any dirt from being forced into the Bearings or pivots. Replace any missing Fittings, when noted. To mini mize dirt build-up, avoid excessive greasing.
NOTE: In addition to the Fittings, inspect and repack the Wheel Bearings at least once a year. Grease Fitting Locations NOTE: For the first week of operation, lubricate al/ Fittings (and Cam surfaces) daily or after every three loads to insure proper break-in of the Drive com ponents. Thereafter, lubricate al/ Fittings (and the Cam surfaces) at the prescribed inteNa/s of operation listed. Use a good grade of lithium-based grease.
Grease Every 15 Loads (or Weekly) 1. PTO Shaft Cross (3 Places) 2. Jackshaft Bearings (2 Places) 3. Drive Shaft Bearing 4. Left End of Apron Shaft 5. Beater Bearing 6. Clutch Yoke (2 Places) 7. 2-Speed Sprocket 8. Apron Transmission Shaft (2 Places) 9. Overrunning Clutch Grease Every 50 Hours 10. Telescoping Drive Tube 11. CV Joint Housing (2 Places)
