80 Lubrication
Packer
Packer components that need to be lubricated include the follower panel rollers and the cylinder
rear/front pins. Use multipurpose grease (see Recommended Lubricants on page 69) to lubricate these
components as per the lubrication schedule.
Cylinder Pins
A. To lubricate the packer cylinder front pin:
1. Start the engine and engage the hydraulic system (PUMP switch activated).
2. Fully open the tailgate and install the tailgate safety prop.
3. Extend the cylinder in EJECT mode to get the front of the cutter blade out of the body.
4. Disengage the pump and turn OFF the engine.
5. Proceed with the lockout/tagout procedure. Refer to “Locking Out and Tagging Out the
Vehicle” on page 20.
6. Underneath the front of the cutter blade, locate the grease fitting of the cylinder front pin.
7. Apply lubricant.
Figure 4-15
Cutter blade
B. To lubricate the packer cylinder rear pin:
1. Turn OFF the engine and disengage the hydraulic pump.
2. Proceed with the lockout/tagout procedure. Refer to “Locking Out and Tagging Out the
Vehicle” on page 20.
3. Locate the remote grease fitting near the right-hand side clean-out door (see Figure 4-16).
This remote grease fitting consists of a hose going into the cylinder rear pin.
4. Apply lubricant with a grease gun.
Caution!
Before you proceed with lubrication, make sure all safety measures have been properly
taken.
Arrow shows location
of the grease fitting
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