Modern Predator - Driveline Maintenance

64 20’ Predator
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a SAE 90 or SAE 80W90 with EP additives for extreme pressure and temperature, with an API-G1-5
Service rating.
Drivelines
The drivelines and U-Joints should be inspected each morning before the cutter is started.
FIGURE 5 & 6
The U-Joint and CV Joint on the driveline undergo extreme forces when the unit is turning or when
the wings are being raised. It is important that the U-Joints and CV Joints be greased each day
before the unit is started. The U-Joint and CV Joint assemblies are located at each end of the Center
and wing drivelines. The CV joint is located at the end of the main driveline. The U-Joint and the CV
joint are accessible by rotating the driveline safety shield until the hole in the shield matches up with
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movement in the driveline, replace the U-Joint before it causes severe damage to the driveline.
FIGURE 5 FIGURE 6
GREASE EVERY
8 HOURS
GREASE EVERY
8 HOURS
MAINTENANCE