Alamo A72 - Manual (Page 131)

MAINTENANCE
A60/A72 01/08 Maintenance Section 5-3
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MAINTENANCE
DRIVELINE LUBRICATION
Grease Fittings are located on the Cross Assembly of each U-Joint and on the telescoping tubes. Grease the
U-Joint after each 8 hours of use. Figure Mnt-R-0088. Do not force grease through the Needle Cup
Assemblies. Grease the telescoping tubes after every 8 hours use. Some PTO-to-Hitch connections may
necessitate cutting a hole in the shields to be able to align the Grease Fitting holes for lubrication. Lubricate
the shield bearings every 16 hours. Figure Mnt-R-0089.
The Driveline Integral Shields should not become dented or otherwise damaged. The Integral Shield Assembly
has a Nylon Bearing at each end and should turn freely. This nylon bearing should require lubrication weekly.
To remove the Integral Shields for replacement or repair, remove the screws on the Shield. Slip the Shield
Cone Assembly off inner section of the Driveline. Install the new or repaired Shield on the Driveline. Place the
split Nylon Bearing over the Driveline Housing of Shaft against the Yoke and in the Bearing groove. Install
shield over the Housing so the Nylon Bearing fits into the Shield Bearing Retainer. Align holes on the Shield
and replace the screws in the Shield.
Make certain that the Driveline Integral Shields are free to telescope and rotate around the
Driveline without binding.