Land Pride RC5020 Operator's Manual

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41Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication4/25/12 RC5020 (540 RPM) and RCM5020 (1000 RPM) Rotary Cutters 318-474MTable of ContentsConstant Velocity DrivelineJoints & ShieldsType of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease• The constant velocity joint should be greased in astraight position forcing grease through the passagesand into the cavity. After lubrication, grease should bevisible around the ball joints.• The constant velocity driveline comes equipped with agrease zerk in the outer telescoping member and mustbe greased every 8 hours to prevent premature failureof the joint.• Grease fittings are located on the u-joints and drivelineshields and should be lubricated every 8 hours ofoperation.IMPORTANT: To extend the life of the constantvelocity joint, extensive lubrication must beperformed every 8 hours of operation.8HrsDrivelines with external tube grease pointDrivelines with internal tube grease point15312Zerk located through slot in tubes23565Zerk Located on end of tubeConstant Velocity Driveline Profile TubesType of Lubrication: Multi-purpose GreaseQuantity = Coat Generously20HrsDrivelines with external tube grease pointDrivelines with internal tube grease point1531223565 Access Zerk through hole in shield