Locke TVM-3077 - Manual (Page 14)

Lubrication
Lubricate Daily:
1. Driveline
Shafts—Lubricate the U-joints and drive
line shields.
2. PTO Constant Velocity Shaft from tractor to power
divider: ( Refer to illustration on page 10)
NOTE:
To extend the life of the constant velocity joint,
extensive lubrication must be performed every 8
hours of operation!
A. The constant velocity joint should be greased
in a straight position forcing grease through the
passages and into he cavity. After lubrication,
grease should be visible around the ball joints.
B. The constant velocity driveline comes
equipped with a grease zerk in the outer tele-
scoping member and must be greased every 8
hours to prevent premature failure of the joint.
C. Grease fittings are located on the U-joints and
driveline shields and should be lubricated every
8 hours of operation.
3. Wheel bushings.
Service Every 50 Hours of Operation
1. With the cutter on level ground, check the oil level in
the gearbox by removing the plug in the side of the
box. The oil should reach the plughole. If oil level
is low, remove the top plug in the gear case and fill
with SAE 90 oil until oil flows from side port of the
Gearbox. Reinstall plugs and retighten. Do not
overfill! Should your gearbox require service, take it
to your Locke Turf dealer.
IMPORTANT:
Verti-Cutter should be level when checking oil
in gearbox.
2. Disconnect PTO shaft from the tractor and slide
apart. Clean and coat the inner tube of the
PTO shaft with a light film of grease and then
reassemble.
PTO Shaft Maintenance
All Points Should Be Lubricated Every 8 Hours
of Use
•
For maximum life and performance the CV
body must be greased regularly. Lubricate with
the driveline in a straight position—up to 30
pumps of grease may be required.
•
The metal drive tubes must be greased to oper-
ate properly
•
Shielding is subject to damage from abuse and
weathering. Replace all damaged components
and all shielding removed during maintenance.
•
Do not use PTO adapters with CV drivelines.
Replace special Taper Pin bolts only with
genuine OEM parts and periodically tighten all
bolts.
•
Consult Operator’s Manual for additional infor-
mation.
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