Wheatheart X Series 13 Augers - Manual (Page 101)

W HEATHEART - X13 S ERIES A UGERS 7. M AINTENANCE
X1374, X1384, X1394 7.3. M AINTENANCE P ROCEDURES
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7.3.2. H
YDRAULIC
H
OSE AND
C
OUPLER
I
NSPECTION
Using a piece of cardboard or wood, run it along the length of the hose and
around all fittings. Replace the hose or tighten/replace the fitting if a leak is
found.
7.3.3. M
ACHINE
G
REASING
Important: Most original equipment bearings used by Wheatheart are sealed units and will
not accept grease.
There are 13 grease fittings on the machine (shown in Figure 7.1 and Figure
7.2):
• 1 at the upper flighting bearing (A)
• 3 on the intake hopper—2 bushings (B) and 1 at the U-joint (C)
• 1 at the u-joint between gearboxes (D)
• 1 at the lower flighting bearing (E)
• 1 on each upper scissor arm joint (F)
• 1 on each lower scissor arm joint (G)
• 5 on the PTO
WARNING
High-pressure hydraulic fluid!
Escaping oil under pressure can penetrate
the skin and cause serious injury.
• Relieve pressure on system before repair-
ing, adjusting, or disconnecting.
• Keep connections tight and components
in good repair.
• Use a piece of wood or cardboard when
searching for leaks. DO NOT use your
hand.
• Seek medical attention immediately if
ANY hydraulic fluid penetrates your skin.