Elliott SpeedCut SCT78, Operating And Maintenance Instructions Manual

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32 SpeedCut
Maintenance Instructions (cont.)
3. Inspect Gear Box Oil Level.
a.) De-energize circuit. Tag ‘OUT OF SERVICE’.
b.) Inspect proper level and fill to pipe plug identified with oil level sticker on unit with
Uptime SHC634 Synthetic Lubricant or equivalent.
c.) Do not overfill unit.
d.) Remove safety tag. Energize circuit.
Monthly
4. Apply Grease To Idle Bandwheel Bearing.
a.) Apply one stroke of grease (from grease gun) to Idle Bandwheel Bearing.
5. Apply Grease To Gear Box
a.) Apply one stroke of high quality lithium base NLGI #2 or NLGI #3 to Gear Box top
bearing via the grease fitting.
Quarterly
6. Inspect Flexible Hoses & Fittings.
a.) Inspect hoses for cracks, breaks and deterioration.
b.) Inspect hoses for chafing or evidence of unusual wear.
c.) Inspect fittings for tightness.
Semi-Annually
7. Inspect Drive Belt for Wear. See page 34 for technical drawing.
a.) De-energize circuit. Tag ‘OUT OF SERVICE’.
b.) Remove covers for access to belt.
c.) Inspect belt for deterioration.
d.) Depress belt half-way between pulleys. Belt should depress ½” to ¾”. NOTE: A
BELT THAT IS TOO TIGHT WILL DAMAGE BEARINGS.
e.) Remove safety tag. Energize circuit.