Echo DL10570 Owners Manual v.1 - Manual (Page 23)

Debris Loader Owner’s Manual 19
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
Greasable bearings can be found on 670cc Honda engine
models. Mounted bearings are pre-lubricated at our factory
and are ready for operation.
RELUBRICATION:
Relubrication of bearings is determined by operating condi-
tions and environment. Lubricate standard bearings with a
LITHIUM based grease. Greasing intervals and quantities
are shown on Figure 21 using the following symbol:
GREASING INTERVALS:
Bearings in extreme environments will require more fre-
quent greasing intervals.
GREASE FILL AMOUNTS:
It is preferred that experience dictate fill amounts due to
wide variances in applications, greasing equipment and
operating conditions. The quantity shown is the recom-
mended amount. In most cases, it is best to lubricate in
small amounts, under low pressure, until a thin bead of
fresh grease is visible at the seal lip area.
Care should be taken when greasing bearings to avoid
overfilling. Overfilling can lead to excessive heat and/or un-
seating of the seals. Grease should be introduced in small
amounts and under light pressure. Whenever possible, the
bearing should be rotated slowly while grease is added to
ensure equal distribution throughout the raceways.
Quantity
Frequency (50 hours)
Recommended
Qty. of grease.
Figure 21, Grease zerk, DL12670 (75124)
Grease Zerk
.18 OZ
5 GRAMS
5.9 GREASABLE BEARINGS (670cc MODEL)
The debris loader is designed to be used in fairly dry
conditions. Wet material, along with too much debris and
large sticks, can plug the rotor or hose. A plugged rotor
bogs down the engine and can possibly stop the engine if
the rotor is severely plugged. To clear the rotor:
5.10.1 12 INCH MODELS
1. Shut off engine and allow rotor to completely stop.
2. Remove spark plug wire.
3. Remove the access bolt (Figure 22).
Figure 22, Access bolt
1. Check wheel lug nut torque after the first 8 hours of tow-
ing. Check monthly thereafter.
2. Check air pressure in tires after the first 8 hours of towing.
Check monthly thereafter. Fill tires to 60 PSI.
3. Check and repack wheel bearings with grease every
year.
4. Always connect the safety chains when towing. Ensure
trailer hitch bolts are tight and secure.
5. Check trailer lights.
5.8 TRAILER SERVICE
Before inspecting or servicing any part of this machine,
shut off power source, disconnect spark plug wire from
spark plug and make sure all moving parts have come
to a complete stop.
WARNING
5.10 UNPLUGGING THE ROTOR