Bush Hog RTX85G, Operator'S Manual

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MAINTENANCE
RTXG SERIES TILLER 5/19 Maintenance Section 5-2
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Before operating your Tiller, make sure it is properly lubricated and thoroughly inspected. Only a minimum of
time and effort is required to regularly lubricate and maintain this machine to provide long life and trouble free
operation.
Always disengage the PTO before raising the Tiller for transporting or making adjustments.
LUBRICATION INFORMATION
Do not let excess grease collect on or around parts, particularly when operating in sandy areas. Severe or
unusual conditions may require more frequent lubrication. Top Gearbox and Side Gearbox use GL5-85W-140
gear oil. Right Hand side Outboard Bearing uses 90W gear oil.
OUTBOARD BEARING
Check the oil level on the Outboard Bearing
located on the right hand side of the tiller.
Use 90W Gear Oil to fill.
Oil Fill Plug
Check every 8 Hours
Use 90W Gear Oil in the Outboard
Bearing located on the right hand
side of the tiller. Fill until 1/2 to 3/4
full to allow for oil expansion.
LUBRICATION
Before each use gearbox should be checked to be sure oil is at the proper levels. Operating the machine with
the oil levels to low or to high can severely damage the machine. If it is determined that oil is needed follow
these steps.
NOTE: Make sure the Gearbox is level prior to removing the Inspection Plug. Tilting forward may result in over
filling. Tilting back may result in under filling. Use GL5-85W 140 or Triple Zero Grease which can be poured
and has an “EP” Extreme Pressure Additive.