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MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 8
FLAIL UNIT SERVICE INTERVAL CHART
Interval Item Section
First hour of
operation
Drive belt tension
Check all fasteners, replace all missing hardware
Visually inspect units
8.23
8.20
8.20
Once Daily
Lubricate rotor and roller bearings
Check all fasteners, replace all missing hardware
Inspect hoses for any damage
Clean cutting units and visually inspect units and pivots for wear
Check all rotor fasteners, replace all missing hardware and cutters
8.27
8.20
8.17
8.25 / 8.20
8.20
After 30 hours
of operation
Drive belt inspection and adjust tension
Lubricate shafts and pins
8.23
8.27
Every 6 Years
Replace hydraulic hoses
8.17
Lubricate these fittings every week (See section 8.27).
A = Wing pivot arms.
B = Gimbal.
C = Front Pivot Arm.
D = Castor wheel mounting pivot.
E = Rear roller
F = Flail rotor bearing housing.
The bearings and pivot points must be lubricated regularly with Shell Darina R2 or equivalent.
Lubricate only with 1-2 strokes with the grease gun according to the maintenance chart or after heavy
use.