specifications. The company will not claim responsibility for use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories and other damages as a result of their use.
14.Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety of
the machine and reduce its life. If equipment has been altered in any way from
original design, the manufacturer does not accept any liability for injury or warranty.
4.02 - Service
The accompanying illustrations show lubrication points. The chart gives the frequency of
lubrication in hours, based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual
conditions may require more frequent lubrication.
Use a good quality SAE multipurpose type grease for all locations shown. Be sure to
clean fittings thoroughly before using grease gun.
Use 90 wt. or 140 wt. gear oil in gearbox.
Hourly:
1. Check the condition of cutter blades for nicks or dull edges.
2. Sharpen if necessary. Replace bent or damaged blades
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3. Also check blades for damage after hitting an obstruction.
4. Clean foreign material from the deck.
Every 8 hours:
1. Lubricate driveline, lubricate caster wheel and tail wheel arm (see fig. 6 & 7):
Apply two or three shots of grease to the driveline cross and bearings and to the
inner and outer locking rings; apply the same amount to the wheel arm grease
fittings and the wheel grease fittings. See the driveline manufacturer operator’s
manual for further information on the driveline.
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ORNADO RSD & RRB OPERATOR’S MANUAL
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See Removing or Installing Blades in section 4.03 - Blade Maintenance, for details.
Fig. 6
Wheel yoke lubrication.