Echo Bear Cat 70580 v.1 - Manual (Page 23)

3 INCH CHIPPER/SHREDDERS
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SERVICE & MAINTENANCE
BEFORE INsPECTINg OR sERvICINg ANy PART OF THIs mACHINE, sHuT OFF POWER sOuRCE,
dIsCONNECT sPARk PLug WIRE FROm sPARk PLug ANd mAkE suRE ALL mOvINg PARTs HAvE COmE TO A COmPLETE sTOP.
Warning
Figure 5.6 - Chute Side Bearing.
Figure 5.7 - Engine Side Bearing.
5.11 greaSeable bearingS and
PivoTS
mounted unit ball bearings (referred to as “Insert Bearings) are
pre-lubricated at our factory and are ready for operation.
re-lubricaTion: Re-lubrication of insert bearings is
determined by operating conditions and environment. Re-
lubricate standard bearings with a LITHIum based grease.
greaSing inTervalS: Bearings in extreme environments
will require more frequent greasing intervals.
greaSe fill amounTS: It is preferred that experience dictate
fill amounts due to wide variances in applications, greasing
equipment and operating conditions. The quantities shown in
the pictures are recommended amounts. In most cases, it is
best to relube in small amounts, under low pressure, until a thin
bead of fresh grease is visible at the seal lip area.
Care should be taken when re-greasing bearings to avoid
overfilling. Overfilling can lead to excessive heat and or unseating
of the seals. grease should be introduced in small increments
and under light pressure. Whenever possible, the bearing should
be rotated slowly while grease is being added to ensure equal
distribution throughout the raceways.
The chipper models described in this manual have two (2)
greaseable bearings and pivots that require greasing. Refer to
pictures for greasing intervals and quantities.
Chute side bearing (Figure 5.6).
Engine side bearing (Figure 5.7). 1.
2.
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Polyuria and lithium based greases are not compatible.
mixing the two grease types may lead to premature failure.
The use of pneumatic grease equipment is not recommended
unless low pressure is assured.
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