Rauch MDS 8.2 - Checking the Agitator for Wear; Checking the Spreading Disc Hub; Agitator

Both metering slides must open evenly and to the same extent. Therefore, always check both
metering slides.
11.6 Checking the agitator for wear
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Agitator
Fig. 75: Agitator finger wear range
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Measure the distance between the agitator finger and the hopper base.
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If the distance measured exceeds 20 mm, the agitator finger must be replaced.
11.7 Checking the spreading disc hub
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Spreading disc hub
In order to maintain ease of movement of the cap nut on the spreading disc hub, lubrication of the
spreading disc hub is recommended (graphite grease).
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Check the cap nut for cracks and damage.
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Replace damaged cap nuts immediately.
11. Maintenance and service
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