Landoll D4P Power Ditcher - Manual (Page 20)

4-6 F-348-0411 Edition
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
Lubrication
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1. Proper lubrication of your machine is instrumental in
obtaining optimum performance and extended life.
Neglect leads to needless breakdowns and
unnecessary expenses.
2. Check oil level at the check plug on the chain
housing when the Power Ditcher is in an upright
position. Oil should be level with the plug hole. The
chain housing was filled to the proper level at the
factory with one quart of SAE 90 oil or equivalent. A
similar grade should be used for replacement.
3. Lubricate the drive shaft with a good grade of Lithium
Soap Base Grease every 25 to 50 hours of operation
(See Figure 4-6.) Remove the male end of the drive
shaft and pack tube with a generous amount of
grease. The drive shaft has four grease fittings.
Figure 4-6: Drive Shaft Lubrication
Do not clean, adjust or service when machine is
in motion.
All hydraulically or mechanically elevated
components must be blocked to prevent
accidental lowering or must be lowered to the
ground when adjustments or repairs are made.
Before working on this machine, disengage
tractor P.T.O., shut off tractor and allow all
moving parts to come to a complete stop.
Replace all shields and guards after servicing
and before starting machine. Always keep all
safety shields in place when operating machine.
41-3/8” FULLY EXTENDED
28-1/2” FULLY RETRACTED
GREASE EVERY 25-50 HOURS
drive shaft lube