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6.2 MAINTENANCE
By following a careful service and maintenance program for your machine, you will enjoy many years or
trouble-free operation.
6.2.1 DRIVELINE MAINTENANCE
The PTO driveline is designed to telescope to al- low for dimensional changes as the machine goes through
its operational range. A tubular guard encloses the driving components and is designed to turn relative to the
driving components. The driveline should telescope easily and the guard turn freely on the shaft at all times.
Annual disassembly, cleaning and lubrication is recommended to insure that all components function as in-
tended. To maintain the driveline, follow this procedure:
1. Remove the driveline from the machine.
2. Pull driveline apart.
3. Use a screwdriver to turn lock studs on
each end. There are 2 studs per guard.
4. Pull the shaft out of the plastic tubular
guard.
5. Use a solvent to clean the male and female
portions of the telescoping ends.
6. Apply a light coat of grease to each end.
7. Use a solvent to wash the grooves on each
end where the studs are located. Clean
each end also.
8. Apply a light coat of grease to each groove.
9. Insert the shaft into its respective guard
and align the studs with the holes.
10. Insert the studs through the holes and seat
in the groove.
11. Turn each stud to secure guard to shaft.
12. Check that each guard turns freely on the
shaft.
13. Assemble the driveline.
14. Check that the driveline telescopes easily.
15. Replace any components that are damaged
or worn.
16. Install the driveline on the machine.
FIG. 46 DRIVELINE COMPONENTS