Section 5: Maintenance & Lubrication
RC3614 & RCM3614 Rotary Cutters 330-918M
1/20/21
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CV Main Driveline Profile Tubes
With External Grease Point
CV = Constant Velocity
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
Quantity = 8-10 pumps
IMPORTANT:
To extend the life of the constant
velocity joint, extensive lubrication must be
performed every 8 hours of operation.
CV Main Driveline Joints
CV = Constant Velocity
Type of Lubrication: Multi-purpose Grease
For instructions on how to access grease zerks shown in
Figure 5-13, see
“Accessing CV Driveline Joints”
•
The constant velocity joint should be greased in a
straight position forcing grease through the passages
and into the cavity. After lubrication, grease should be
visible around the ball joints.
•
Grease fittings located on the u
-
joints should be
lubricated every 8 hours of operation.
IMPORTANT:
To extend the life of the constant
velocity joint, extensive lubrication must be
performed every 8 hours of operation.
8
Hours
8
Hours
Figure 5-13
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8-10 pumps
Zerk Located through slot in tube
CV Driveline without overrunning clutch
8-10 pumps
CV Driveline with overrunning clutch
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23556
4-5 pumps
2-3 pumps
2-3 pumps
4-6 pumps
CV Driveline without overrunning clutch
4-5 pumps
2-3 pumps
4-6 pumps
2-3 pumps
CV Driveline with overrunning clutch
IMPORTANT:
Attach safety chain (#1) to tractor frame.
Attach safety chain (#2) to cutter frame.
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1
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