Wheatheart WHR 130 x 31-36ft Augers PTO-SD - Manual (Page 39)

WHEATHEART - GHR130 & WHR130 GRAIN AUGERS 6. M AINTENANCE & S TORAGE
PTO-SD & EMD D RIVE M ODELS 6.1. G ENERAL M AINTENANCE P ROCEDURES
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6. Maintenance & Storage
Proper maintenance habits on the 130-31’/36’ auger mean a longer life for the
machine and a more efficient and safer operation.
6.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Please follow the guidelines below.
Warning: Before continuing, ensure you have read and understand the relevant information
in the safety section. Safety information is provided to help prevent serious injury, death, or
property damage.
Area Maintenance Frequency
General
While auger is in use, observe the “Pre-Operational Check-
list” on page 33.
Daily
General
Check all operating, lifting, and transport components.
Replace damaged or worn parts before using auger.
For replacement instructions, see Assembly Section.
Regularly
Lift Cable
Check and replace if frayed or damaged. Make sure cable
clamps are secure.
Periodically
Wheel Hubs Repack with lithium-based grease. Every 2–3 years
Tire Pressure
Check with a pressure gauge. Pressure should be main-
tained according to tire sidewall recommendation. Monthly, or if it
seems low
PTO Driveline
Lubricate both universal joints.
After every 8
hours of opera-
tion
Lubricate the center portion of the driveline (grease fitting is
beneath shield) on a yearly basis.
Yearly
Upper chain drive
Fill enclosed upper drive housing to plug level with grease.
130: 2200 g (78 oz)
For continuous use in extreme cold, semi-fluid arctic
grease or heavy oil may be used
Yearly
Drive Chain Adjust-
ment
Maintain 1/4” - 1/2” (0.64 cm - 1.27 cm) chain deflection.
To adjust, loosen bolts on top bearing in the upper drive
housing, adjust hcian to proper tension, and re-tighten
bolts
Regularly
Intake Bushing Lubricate. Daily
Gearbox
Maintain oil level at half full (center of cross shaft) with EP90
lube oil.
Gearbox should be level when checking or refilling
Do not overfill
Oil must be
added to gearbox
before operat-
ing, and then reg-
ularly as needed
Drive Belt
Check and replace if frayed or damaged.
Ensure tension is correct under load (correct tension is the
lowest at which the belts will not slip under peak load condi-
tions)
Frequently