Model TA50RT
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES
5.4.2.2. Slew Gear Lubrication
The teeth must be thoroughly cleaned, particularly within the gaps between the teeth, before lubrication. For
this operation we recommend a proprietary solvent.
Use a suitable caulking gun to apply a 6 mm diameter bead of grease around the full circumference of the gear.
Brush the grease into the gear surfaces.
Lubrication Frequency- Slew Gear
- Approximately 50 hours.
Grease Characteristics - Slew Gear
The grease used on the slew gears must comply with the following characteristics:
- Extreme pressure grease.
- Water and temperature resistant.
- Temperature range .............25° F to 400° F (-4°C to 200° C)
Terex Aerials Limited recommend the following grease for the slew gear.
- KEYSTONE MOLY 25 OPEN GEAR COMPOUND (S.A.Part No. 10126400)
It is possible to use other brands of grease provided that they offer greasing characteristics similar to the type
listed above.