Hurricane 3-PT 42, Quick Start Manual

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HURRICANE DITCHER CO., INC. 3-PT 42 DITCHER
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B – 24 HOURS OF OPERATION
1 – Check the enclosed gearbox oil level. Fill to the oil level check plug (about 8 inches above
bottom). On backside of gearbox. The factory installed gearbox oil is Lucas ISO 680 industrial
gear oil. Use of this oil is recommended as it is specifically formulated for peak performance of
your Hurricane Ditcher.
C – 40–60 HOURS OR 1–2 WEEKS OF OPERATION – Grease the following with gun grease:
1 – Four (4) flange ball bearings on gearbox – 1 pump each. Slowly apply grease as to not
overgrease and blow out seals.
2 – Two (2) pillow block bearings on drive shaft – 1 pump. Slowly apply grease as to not
overgrease and blow out seals.
D –
100 HOURS OF OPERATION
1 – Remove the inspection plate on the back of the gearbox; check for wear on bearings,
sprockets, chain, and idler; and adjust the idler assembly as required
(See Idler Adjustment
section on page 12) . Reinstall inspection plate using quality grade silicone sealant under the
inspection plate.
E – YEARLY
1 – Check wheel bearings.
FREE MOVEMENT OF DRIVELINE
When adjusted properly and operating correctly, the driveline should move freely by hand with no
slack in the chain.
CAUTION! Operation of improperly adjusted machine will cause damage to this machine
CAUTION! Operation of improperly adjusting machine will cause damage to this machine and
possibly to your tractor!
FREE MOVEMENT OF DRIVELINE
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To check for free movement of driveline and proper tension on chain:
Step 1 – Grasp the front PTO yoke and quickly rock it back and forth. If the PTO moves before the
impeller turns, the chain requires tightening (See Idler Adjustment section below) .
Step 2 – If the impeller is difficult to move, check for debris lodged in the machine. Remove any
interfering debris and return to Step 1. If no interferences are found, continue to Step 3.