J&M GC-31T Manual - Manual (Page 37)

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GEARBOX: Gearbox lubricant has been added to the gearbox
during final assembly. Recheck the lubricant level before
initial operation of the grain cart, then periodically according
to use. An inspection plug is located in the center of the top
of the gearbox mount plate. To check the fluid level, remove
the vented inspection plug and drain plug at the bottom of the
gearbox. Drain the lubricant. Return the drain plug and refill
the gearbox with 24 ounces (0,71 liters) of gearbox lubricant.
The gearbox is properly filled when half full of lubricant.
DO NOT OVERFILL. Use EP 80-90 gearbox lubricant or
equivalent.
SPRING LOADED UPPER AUGER BEARING: Service
the grease fitting on the upper auger bearing (located at
the top end of the upper auger assembly) after every 8
hours of use. Lubricate the springs and retaining bolts on
the bearing before prolonged storage of the grain cart.
AUGER FOLDING MECHANISM: One grease fitting is located
on the pivot pin of the folding auger. This fitting should be
serviced after every 8 hours of use. Service the grease fitting
on the hanger bushing assembly (top end of the lower auger
assembly) after every 8 hours of use or as needed.
PTO & DRIVELINE: The grease fittings
on the PTO should be serviced after every
8 hours of use. Service the grease fittings
on each of the drive bearings and also the
universal joint after every 8 hours of use.
HITCH: There is a grease fitting located on
the pivot shaft of the swivel hitch for grain
carts equipped without an electronic weigh
system (scales).
Inspection Plug