Hopper lift cable inspection, Ing bearing (figure 7.3) – Wheatheart X160 Series User Manual

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W

HEATHEART

- G

RAIN

A

UGERS

7. M

AINTENANCE

AND

S

TORAGE

X160-85, X160-105, X160-125

30875 R0

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Figure 7.3 Upper Flight Bearing Grease Point

To grease:

1. Use SAE multi-purpose high-temperature grease with extreme pressure (EP)

performance or SAE multi-purpose lithium-based grease.

2. Use a hand-held grease gun only.

3. Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing to avoid injecting dirt

and grit.

4. If a fitting will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also clean

lubricant passageway. Replace fitting if necessary.

5. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately.

7.3.4. H

OPPER

L

IFT

C

ABLE

I

NSPECTION

Check the cable for damage such as fraying, kinking, or unwinding. Replace if

damaged.

To replace:

1. Unwind the winch drum and remove the cable clamps.
2. Free the cable from the winch and pulleys.

3. Remove the cable clamps that secure the hook in place.
4. Reverse the above steps to install the new cable.

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