Art's-Way Manufacturing 6812B, Operator'S Manual

Page: 52 / 72

Manual No. 590770 (August 2012) ART’S-WAY MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.
46
LUBRICATION SCHEDULE
LUBRICATION SCHEDULE
GENERAL
Economical and ef fi cient operation of the Beet Harvester
depends upon the regular and proper lubrication of all
moving parts with quality lubricant. Failure to lubricate can
result in reduced ef
fi ciency, premature wear, mechanical
breakdown, and needless and costly replacement of
parts.
WARNING
Entanglement / Crush Hazard
Serious injury will occur if caught in
rotating parts.
Keep clear of moving parts.
Shut off tractor and remove key
before making adjustments.
Wait for all movement to stop before
approaching machine.
NOTE
: All unmarked locations 1, 2, or 3 pumps every 10
hours. Every 20-30 hours on items marked with

.
NOTE
: For items marked with

see special instructions.
QUICK REFERENCE BY SYSTEM
1. CV PTO

Figure 78. – Constant Velocity PTO
a. Cross and Bearings (2 places) until grease is
purged around the seal (4 to 5 pumps).
b. CV, Cross, and Bearings (1 place - 8 to 12 pumps).
c. Telescoping Members, until grease fi lls the
telescoping area. Disassemble occasionally to
ensure components are adequately greased (4 to
8 pumps).
d. Shield Bearings (3 plastic zerks) (2 pumps).
NOTE
: A high quality general-purpose grease may be
used. However, a lithium-based grease is recommended.
Lubricate every 8 hours of operation
.
NOTICE
When turning frequently or making sharp
turns, grease the CV center housing at 4-hour
intervals. Failure to frequently grease the CV
center housing and telescoping members will
reduce the life of the CV.