W
ESTFIELD
- MK F
LEX
A
UGER
71’ - 111’
6. M
AINTENANCE
& S
TORAGE
6.1. G
ENERAL
M
AINTENANCE
P
ROCEDURES
6. Maintenance & Storage
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.
6.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Please follow the guidelines below.
Area
General
General
Hydraulic
Hose
Lift Cable
Cable
Sheaves
Truss Cables
Wheel Hubs
Tire Pressure
Hopper Lift
Cable
Hopper Lift
Cable Pulleys
Outrigger Leg
Cylinders
Boot Under
Flex Tube
Maintenance Procedures
While auger is in use, observe the “Pre-Operational Checklist” on page 87.
Check all operating, lifting, and transport components. Replace damaged or worn parts before using auger.
• For replacement instructions, see “Assembly” on page 19.
Using cardboard as a backdrop, check hose and hose coupler for leaks, wear, and damage. Replace if necessary. Refer to the
Hydraulic Safety section.
• Replacement hose and hose ends must have a minimum strength of 2750 psi (18,961 kPa) working pressure.
Check and replace if frayed or damaged. Make sure cable clamps are secure.
Frequency
Daily
Regularly
Frequently
Periodically
Oil sheave pins on lift cylinder.
Adjust to keep auger tube reasonably straight.
Repack with lithium-based grease.
Check with a pressure gauge. Pressure should be maintained according to sidewall recommendations.
Check and replace if frayed or damaged.
Twice/year
As necessary
Every 2–3 years
Monthly, or if it seems low
Periodically
Oil lightly for easier raising of hopper.
Several times a year
Lubricate with good quality Lithium Soap Base E.P. Grease meeting
NLGI #2 specifications and containing no more than 1% molybdenum disulfide (example: Shell Super Duty).
Lubricate with good quality Lithium Soap Base E.P. Grease meeting
NLGI #2 specifications and containing no more than 1% molybdenum disulfide (example: Shell Super Duty).
1-2 pumps
4-8 pumps
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6. M
AINTENANCE
& S
TORAGE
6.1. G
ENERAL
M
AINTENANCE
P
ROCEDURES
Area
W
ESTFIELD
- MK F
LEX
A
UGER
71’ - 111’
Maintenance Procedures
Lubricate all 5 grease fittings (“Mechanical Drive System” on page 97) with good quality Lithium Soap Base E.P. Grease meeting
NLGI #2 specifications and containing no more than 1% molybdenum disulfide (example: Shell Super Duty).
Grease fittings No. 2 and 3 can be reached through hole in implement end portion of the driveline guard.
Grease fitting No. 4 can be reached through hole in center portion of the driveline guard.
Frequency
PTO Driveline
General
Low Profile
Hopper
INTERVAL
8 HRS**
8 HRS
8 HRS**
LUBE RECOMMENDATIONS a
LOCATION AMOUNT
CROSS & BEARING ON PTO 1 PUMP
TELESCOPING MEMBERS
ON PTO
CV BALL & SOCKET ON PTO
4-8 PUMPS
1-2 PUMPS a. **Constant angle applications must have lube interval of 4 hours.
After the first
16–24 hours, and then
regularly afterward
NOTICE
Replacement parts are not lubricated!
Replacement parts must be lubricated at time of assembly.
Use amount listed above per location, then follow lube recommendations outlined above for lubing intervals.
Ensure that the set screws and shear-bolt are tight.
Loosen the 2 nuts securing the service door. Open door, then grease the 4 bushings and the 2 u-joints. Close door, then securely tighten the two 3/8” nuts.
Check and adjust the hopper drive chain and lubricate the hopper drive chain.
• To adjust chain, loosen the bearing bolts and adjust chain tension to about 1/4” (0.64 cm) deflection. Replace guard.
Regularly
Frequently
Occasionally
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