Wheatheart WHR 130 x 51-71ft Augers PTO - Manual (Page 43)

WHEATHEART - GHR & WHR GRAIN AUGERS 6. M AINTENANCE & S TORAGE
GRAIN AUGERS SD 6.1. G ENERAL M AINTENANCE P ROCEDURES
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6. Maintenance & Storage
6.1. GENERAL MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES
Please follow the guidelines below.
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.
Area Maintenance Frequency
General
While auger is in use, observe the operation checklist in
Operation section.
Daily
General
Check all operating, lifting, and transport components.
Replace damaged or worn parts before using auger.
For replacement instructions, see Assembly section.
Regularly
Lift Cable
Check and replace if frayed or damaged. Make sure cable
clamps are secure.
Periodically
Wheel Hubs Repack with lithium-based grease. Every 2–3 years
Tire Pressure
Check with a pressure gauge. Pressure should be main-
tained according to side wall recommendations. Monthly, or if it
seems low
PTO Driveline
Lubricate both universal joints.
After every 8 hrs
of operation
Lubricate the center portion of the driveline (grease fitting is
beneath shield) on a yearly basis.
Yearly
Upper chain drive
Fill enclosed upper drive housing to plug level with grease.
2200 g (78 oz)
For continuous use in extreme cold, semi-fluid arctic
grease or heavy oil may be used
Regularly
Drive Chain Adjust-
ment
Maintain 1/4” - 1/2” (0.64 cm - 1.27 cm) chain deflection.
To adjust, loosen bolts on top bearing in the upper drive
housing, adjust hcian to proper tension, and re-tighten
bolts
Regularly
Intake Bushing Lubricate. Daily
Gearbox
Maintain oil level at half full (center of cross shaft)
Gearbox should be level if checking or refilling, do not
overfill Regularly
Hydraulic Hose
Using cardboard as a backdrop, check hose and coupler for
leaks, wear, or damage. Replace if necessary.
Frequently
Cable Sheaves Oil sheave pins on lift cylinder. Twice a year
Truss Cables Adjust to keep auger tube reasonably straight. As necessary